"With the holiday season quickly approaching, it's a great time to start your gift shopping. Need inspiration? The annual Los Angeles Times Holiday Gift Guide has you covered. Our journalists tested hundreds of gifts, carefully considering their value, especially given the economic state of 2025. There are suggestions for every budget. Check out our gifts with a luxury feel for under $40, for example, or our list of ideas for giving your time instead of presents."
"If you do venture out on the hunt for delightful items for your loved ones to unwrap, we offer a guide to L.A.-area gift shops. Use the QR code for an expanded list of more than 100 local shops and even more vetted gift ideas. May the season be good to you, and happy shopping! - Marques Harper, deputy features editor"
Hundreds of gifts were tested with careful attention to value in light of the economic state of 2025. Recommendations cover a wide range of budgets and include items that provide a luxury feel for under $40. The selection also offers ideas for giving time and experiences instead of physical presents. A curated directory of L.A.-area gift shops is available, with a QR code linking to an expanded list of more than 100 local shops and additional vetted gift ideas. Emphasis remains on value, variety, and locally sourced options to help shoppers find thoughtful, budget-conscious presents.
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