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We get it. Life can get busy, and sometimes certain special occasions can slip through the cracks. If you’re not sure what to buy someone for a significant event or know you’ll be waiting to do your shopping until the very last minute, we suggest bookmarking this page now. To help all the busy bees and procrastinators out there, we’ve rounded up the best last-minute gifts you can send online—many of which arrive instantly via email (!!!). Because let’s face it: When it’s crunch time, and you’ve really run out of options, you need some solid digital solutions to save the day.
Best Last-Minute Gifts to Send Online, at a Glance
- Best for the Bookworm: Kindle Unlimited Subscription, $5+
- Best Overall: 1-800-Flowers Bouquet Delivery, prices vary
- Best Runner-Up: FTD, prices vary
- Best for the Learner: MasterClass Subscription, $10+
- Best for the Music Lover: Apple AirPods
, $80 (originally $129) - Best for the TV and Movie Guru: Amazon Fire TV Stick
, $40 - Best for the Wine Lover: Winc Wine Subscription: $60+
- Best for the Traveler: Airbnb Reservation, $199+
- Best for the Beauty Lover: Glossier Gift Card, $15
- Best for the Sentimental: Artifact Uprising Photo Book, $39 (originally $49)
- Best for the Coffee Lover: Cometeer Coffee Subscription, $84
- Best for the Hair Guru: Function of Beauty Gift Card, $50+
- Best for the Sneaker Collector: Thousand Fell Gift Card, $50+
- Best for the Cooking Obsessed: Udemy Cooking Class, $0+
- Best for the Fashionista: Nuuly Subscription, $98+
Of course, you can send these online gifts ahead of time, too. They don’t seem last-minute at all, making them perfect for any situation. And if it is a last-minute gift, no one will suspect a thing. Thanks to technology, it’s easier now more than ever to send a meaningful and useful gift online.
From MasterClass subscriptions that can connect your giftee with celebrities to subscription boxes that will deliver different items on a regular basis, there’s no shortage of great gifts you can send online at the push of a button. There’s something for everyone on your list, regardless of their interests. Got a beauty lover on your list? There’s an easy subscription box for them. Is your partner obsessed with wine? Yes, there’s an online gift for them, too.
These subscription services, gift cards, and memberships are truly great last-minute gifts year-round. In fact, you might even end up wanting to snag a few for yourself. We won’t tell.
Our mission at STYLECASTER is to bring style to the people, and we only feature products we think you’ll love as much as we do. 1-800 Flowers and FTD are STYLECASTER sponsors, however, all products in this article were independently selected by our editors. Please note that if you purchase something by clicking on a link within this story, we may receive a small commission of the sale.
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Kindle Unlimited Subscription
Image Credit: Amazon. Best for the BookwormKindle Unlimited SubscriptionA Kindle Unlimited subscription is the perfect gift for the friend or family member who can never stop yapping about their current read. It gives them unlimited access to over 4,000,000 digital titles, unlimited access to thousands of audiobooks, magazine subscriptions, and more. There’s also a limited-time deal right now where they can score two months of Kindle Unlimited for just $5 (instead of the usual $24 per month). The best way to get this present to them is by gifting them an Amazon e-gift card. -
Amazon Prime Membership
Image Credit: Amazon. Amazon Prime MembershipIf you’re an Amazon Prime member, you already know how much the service’s ridiculously expansive product range is, and how the one to two-day shipping speeds are a major game-changer. Plus, Prime members get access to special deals and streaming services. To gift Prime, send an e-gift card in the full amount ($139) that can be used towards a Prime sign-up. -
Amazon Gift Card
Image Credit: Amazon. Amazon eGift Card – Galactic Birthday Balloons (Animated)For the friend, parent, or sibling who’s impossible to shop for (or already owns everything), there’s nothing wrong with getting them an Amazon e-gift card
so that they can order exactly what they want or need. This is a gift you can give them with just a few clicks (like gift card amount, delivery date, etc.). You can always rely on Amazon to make gift-giving super convenient. -
DoorDash Gift Card
Image Credit: DoorDash. DoorDash E-Gift CardICYMI, Amazon also sells non-Amazon e-gift cards, like this one for DoorDash. It’s works the same as the Amazon ones—fill out a handful of information fields and the e-present will be in your giftee’s email or text inbox ASAP. Apple, Google Play, Uber, Lyft, Starbucks, Subway, and Netflix are some of the other e-gift cards you’ll find on Amazon. -
Apple AirPods
Image Credit: Apple. Best for the Music LoverApple AirPods (2nd Generation)On Sale 38% offI can’t think of a single loved one who wouldn’t be thrilled to open a fresh pair of AirPods
so they can blast their favorite playlists with great sound quality. They’re also easy to use and offer over 24 hours of battery life. I own this exact model and have even repurchased them from Amazon! If you have yet to sign up for a Prime membership, do so ASAP to get faster shipping options that’ll help you out more times than you know when you’re in a pinch. -
Amazon Fire TV Stick
Image Credit: Amazon. Best for the TV and Movie GuruAmazon Fire TV StickThe friend or family member who’s always on Letterboxd or at the theater will be over the moon when they receive a Fire TV Stick
that’s about to make accessing all their streaming platforms so easy. Just be sure to sign up for a Prime membership if you haven’t already to secure faster shipping options and many more benefits. -
Owala Water Bottle
Image Credit: Owala. Owala FreeSip Insulated Stainless Steel Water Bottle with StrawI know what you’re probably thinking—why is there a water bottle in this gift guide? Many years ago, a water bottle would’ve been a lame present, but now that everyone’s showing off where their loyalties lie with reusable water bottle brands, help your giftee be on the right team. I swear by my Owala
because it’s like a sippy cup for adults and what’s not to love about that? I’ve actually been meaning to buy a second one from Amazon! Remember to sign up for a Prime membership to get extra speedy shipping when you inevitably procrastinate a loved one’s gift. -
1-800-Flowers Bouquets
Image Credit: 1-800-flowers.com Best Overall1-800-Flowers DeliveryDid you know it’s possible for flower delivery to be under $100? Retailer 1-800-Flowers has plenty of bouquets to choose from, with prices going as low as $35. Make sure to enter code SAVETWENTY at checkout to shave 20% off of your total cost and save even more. 1-800 Flowers is senior commerce director Gina Vaynshteyn‘s go-to for flower delivery when she wants to send a beautiful bouquet with peace of mind. “I know my flowers will get delivered because the brand has such wide access across the country, so I don’t have to worry about any mishaps,” she says. -
FTD Flower Delivery
Image Credit: FTD. Best Runner-UpFTD Clear Skies BouquetOn Sale % offFTD is another flower service that offers same-day delivery at a reasonable price. What makes FTD stand out is its selection—each arrangement feels and looks like it’s been hand-selected by a florist. FTD has been in business since 1910, so they know what they’re doing: Expect prompt, stress-free delivery every time. -
Masterclass Subscription
Image Credit: MasterClass. Best for the LearnerMasterclass SubscriptionWith a subscription to MasterClass, an online learning platform that offers lessons from industry leaders and bona fide celebrities, you can take classes about acting, cooking, and fashion design from A-listers like Natalie Portman, Steph Curry, Marc Jacobs, and Anna Wintour—and all within the comfort of your own home. A lot of people wouldn’t justify buying it for themselves, which makes it the perfect gift that’s totally procrastinator-friendly. Subscriptions start at $10 a month, which means $120 a year. -
Udemy Cooking Class
Image Credit: Courtesy of jchizhe/Adobe. Best for the Cooking ObsessedUdemy Cooking ClassUdemy offers a huge selection of online courses, from social media lessons to career planning and more, but our favorite area of their offerings is their virtual cooking courses. Whether you’re gifting this to a clueless-in-the-kitchen partner or a bona fide chef looking to learn a new cuisine, Udemy’s catalog is chock-full of fun options (including some free classes!). -
Thousand Fell Gift Card
Image Credit: Thousand Fell. Best for the Sneaker CollectorThousand Fell Gift CardEveryone needs a pair of plain white sneakers in their closet. Why not go for a brand like Thousand Fell that prioritizes quality and sustainability? The brand has a ton of other comfortable, everyday sneakers made with high-quality, foot-friendly materials. They’re even stain-resistant, which is one of many reasons why we love recommending them as gifts. Give a gift card so your giftee can choose whichever style they’d like. -
Glossier Gift Card
Best for the Beauty LoverGlossier Gift CardPretty much anyone will appreciate a gift card from the iconic Glossier. From Balm Dotcom to Boy Brow, there’s no shortage of options for them to add to their cart with this gift card. “I just gifted my neighbor the new Strawberry Balm Dotcom because I personally couldn’t stop using it (it reminds me of the OG Lip Smackers strawberry lip balm except extremely nourishing and a gorgeous summer pop of pink tint, and it’s the original formula, too!), and she loves it. But as a Glossier fan, you can’t really go wrong with any product as a gift,” Vaynshteyn says. -
Function of Beauty Gift Card
Best for the Hair GuruFunction of Beauty Gift CardFunction of Beauty lets you customize your haircare so that you’re treating your strands with targeted formulas rather than with ones that aren’t actually suitable for your hair type or concern. Personalized products are almost always going to be pricier than their counterparts, which is why this gift card will help them start their Function of Beauty journey. -
Winc Wine Subscription
Image Credit: Winc. Best for the Wine LoverWinc Wine SubscriptionFor the wine connoisseur in your life (or just someone who always has a glass in their hand, TBH), Winc offers last-minute gifters a digital gift card option that you can send to the recipient instantly via email in the amount of your choice. Send one, two, or three months of Winc—the choice is yours. -
Cometeer Coffee Subscription
Image Credit: Photo: Cometeer. Best for the Coffee LoverCometeer Coffee SubscriptionOn Sale % offAny coffee lover will appreciate a gift that gives them their daily caffeine fix. Cometeer makes it even easier than driving to Starbs or making a pot of coffee. All they have to do is use the Cometeer pod and water or milk. Opt for a one-time purchase to test it out or subscribe for less. Regardless, one box gives them 32 pods in four different roasts. StyleCaster’s associate commerce editor, Katie Decker-Jacoby, says “All of the roasts taste so delicious and smooth, and the pod system is more than a breeze to use. After trying Cometeer our for myself, I knew I had to gift it to my coffee-loving friend in law school and also my parents. I think I definitely converted them.” -
Artifact Uprising Photo Book
Image Credit: Artifact Uprising. Best for the SentimentalArtifact Uprising Photo BookOn Sale % offYou might not think you have enough time to put together a whole custom photo book, but with Artifact Uprising, you sure do. Pick from several different shipping speeds, including an extra expedited option that takes one day plus production time. Hunker down, pick their fave mems, place them in a book, and order your project—it’s that quick and easy! If you don’t have time to create an entire book, there are plenty of other options, like calendars, photo prints, and more.“I was recently gifted the Story of You baby book to fill out before my little one is due in September, and it’s been so fun filling out. It’s the best gift for me, and it’ll be a thoughtful gift for her when I’m able to give it to her one day,” Vaynshteyn shares. Decker-Jacoby is also a loyal Artifact Uprising stan. “I’ve turned to Artifact Uprising more times than I can count on my fingers. It’s come in clutch when I procrastinate and when I need more thoughtful, personalized gifts for loved ones. All of the photo books, calendars, and prints I’ve ordered have been absolute crowd-pleasers and gifts I know they’ll never stuff in the back of their drawers and closets after a week,” she says.
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Airbnb Reservation
Image Credit: Photo: Rocky and Gianni/Airbnb. Best for the TravelerPark City AirbnbThe gift of travel might be just what they need to rejuvenate and relax. Airbnb makes it so easy to find a destination that fits your needs and then book the trip. If we had to choose, we’d go with this cozy Park City abode. This one costs upwards of $199 per night, but you can definitely find super affordable getaway options on the site, too. -
CHW Wine Membership
CHW Wine MembershipThe CHW club membership is perfect for those who love to switch up their wine selections. Gain access to hand-picked seasonal bottles, extra discounts on select Cameron Hughe’s wine sales, 15 percent off regular orders year-round, as well as early entry to special promotions. Choose between monthly or quarterly deliveries, starting at $60. -
IPSY Subscription
Image Credit: Ipsy. IPSYBeauty lovers and novices alike will go bananas over an Ipsy subscription that includes personalized picks for their unique skin tone, eye and hair color, makeup experience, hair type, and skin concerns. This set is advanced, but prices start at just $14 a month. -
Nuuly Subscription
Image Credit: Nuuly. Best for the FashionistaNuuly SubscriptionLet your loved one in on the best clothing subscription service around Nuuly. It has all of the brands we’re obsessed with, from Urban Outfitters to Rachel Antonoff, and plans start at $98 a month. This is one of those gifts we’re encouraging you to get for yourself, too. It’ll save space in your closet and room in your wallet, and it’ll help you expand and explore your own unique fashion tastes. You get six items a month and, if you fall in love with the pieces, you’ll get a major discount on them if you’d like to purchase them. -
Butcher Box Subscription
Butcher Box SubscriptionThis is the best last-minute gift you can send to any home chef you know. A subscription to ButcherBox allows your foodie S.O. to receive up to 14 pounds of high-quality meat (and free bacon) at their door each month. The cuts and options will help them refresh their recipe books and bring renewed energy to their home cooking endeavors. -
Bokksu Snack Box Subscription
Image Credit: Bokksu. Bokksu Snack Box SubscriptionEach month’s Bokksu snack box is filled with popular Japanese treats and snacks that are individually themed! It’s the perfect gift for someone who loves trying new things. -
Anthropologie Gift Card
Image Credit: Anthropologie. Anthropologie Gift CardAnthropologie is a treasure cove of gifts: monogram mugs, bespoke candles, indie-owned beauty brands, and, of course, their whimsical clothing and accessories. Let your giftee do the shopping by sending an Anthro gift card straight to their inbox. -
Sprinkles Cupcakes
Sprinkles Cupcakes DeliveryThe same-day offering *does* depend on where you live and if you’re near a Sprinkles store: Simply type in your giftee’s address and the Sprinkles site will let you know if it offers same-day delivery (if not, it’s very likely it offers scheduled delivery of some sort). For me, the closest Sprinkles shop is about six miles away, and delivery fees would be $8 on top of the cupcakes. If you can order Sprinkles, do it. Any cupcake person knows Sprinkles cupcakes are the absolute best. -
SpaFinder Gift Card
SpaFinder Gift CardThis service allows you to locate spas offering specific services you know she would love, and it sends the gift receipt straight to her inbox. It definitely beats driving around town and requesting a physical gift card (thanks, internet!).
