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The holidays really snuck up there, didn’t they? There were weeks and weeks until Christmas, until there wasn’t, and now you’ve got [checks calendar] three days to secure presents, cross off your list and generally shop until you drop — or shop until the gifts will no longer ship in time.
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We’re being slightly hyperbolic — you deserve to be shamed for waiting this long — but we’re also understanding, considerate folks who want you to nail the holidays, so we’ve worked hard to round up all the need-to-know shipping dates and deadlines for all our favorite retailers (many of whom can be found throughout our comprehensive suite of gift guides, if you also need help with ideas), to assist anyone who’s currently wondering the last possible day to ship their gifts.
From Amazon to Therabody, find the definitive guide to holiday shipping deadlines below.
Amazon
Any true procrastinator knows that Amazon is the undisputed king of last-minute gifts. With two-day (nowadays, frequently faster) shipping via Prime, a host of gifts can be ordered as late as Dec. 22 and still arrive in time to save the day. When in doubt, check the product page. There will always be details on arrival dates.
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The king of instant shipping is here to save the (holi)dayBilly Reid
Southern menswear retailer Billy Reid’s guaranteed ship day was technically Dec. 11, but the brand is currently offering two-day shipping on select items, meaning you have until 12 p.m. EST on Dec. 22 to get those proper gent orders in. They’re also offering overnight shipping if you order by 12 p.m. EST on Dec. 23.
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Save up to 50% off some excellent, winter-ready menswearHuckberry
Huckberry isn’t just one of our favorite places to shop for unique gifts — they’re a holiday lifeline. The outdoor-leaning retailer is promising that all orders placed by Dec. 23 will arrive in time. If they don’t, they’ll reimburse you with a $50 credit.
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Our favorite retailer guarantees delivery by Christmas Eve, if you order todayJ.Crew
It’s time to put the Crew back in Christmas. Overnight shipping orders placed before 12 p.m. EST on Dec. 22 will both arrive pre-holiday, meaning you’ve still got time to decide which rollneck color you’re going to get them.
Lululemon
Lululemon’s athleticwear doesn’t just look fast — it ships fast, too. Gifters have until Dec. 22 at 12 p.m. PST to make their sporty selections, which range from must-have accessories and bags to serious workout and athleisure apparel.
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The made-to-order New York Times Birthday Book has long been one of our top gifts to bestow upon loved ones, especially family. While orders are no longer guaranteed to arrive in time, it will almost certainly win the “best gift” award. (Pro tip: they’ve got an entire range of customizable books, puzzles and frames, if that’s more their speed.)
Nike
Just do it. As in, just get those Nike gifts (for both him and her) ordered ASAP. The Swoosh’s standard shipping deadline has already passed, but Nike is promising pre-Christmas delivery for express shipping orders placed before 10:30 a.m. EST on Dec. 22.
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From stocking stuffers to sneaker heat, Nike’s got the goodsOuterknown
Believe us when we say that no guy would be angry at one of Outerknown’s best-selling Blanket Shirts under the tree. It’s a sure-fire hit, and a sure-fire gift to arrive before the holidays, granted you order by 11 a.m. EST on Dec. 22.
Therabody
Therabody won’t just save their aching muscles — with 50% off select gifts and free overnight shipping on orders over $199, it’ll save the holidays too, as long as you order by 11:59 p.m. PST on Dec. 22.
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