‘Tis the Season: The Best Advent Calendars for Christmas 2024
Not your average chocolate a day, these advent calendars will get you excited to countdown till Christmas day.
A holiday tradition that has stood the test of time, advent calendars are a fun way to count down the days until Santa's arrival.
Stretching out the dopamine-boosting act of opening a surprise over 12 (or, in some cases, 24) days, the advent calendar has come a long way since the chocolate-a-day versions of our childhoods.
These days, you're more likely to find beauty products, tea, homewares, coffee and even your favourite tipples hidden behind the doors than a cocoa-filled surprise (although you won't catch us saying no to those anytime soon...).
With so many fun and cool Christmas countdowns on offer, here are our picks of the best advent calendars for Christmas in 2024.
Go-To Skincare Twelve Days Of Go-To Advent Calendar, $125
Go-To's best-selling advent calendar is back—and it's sure to be another sell-out. Designed to give you a taste of "supple, ludicrously glowy skin", there are skincare favourites, exclusive Go-To x Alemais merch and fun-size minis behind each door. The gift you (or your beauty loving bestie) deserves.
Koko Black Yours & Mine Advent Calendar, $159
An advent calendar that's made for sharing? It's a Christmas dream come true. The chocolate geniuses at Koko Black have released a 2-in-1 calendar with a double-draw design to ensure there are no fights over who gets to enjoy a delectable treat every day. Don't want to share? This option lets you countdown to Chrissy with 25 decadent pralines all on your own.
Millon Wines 12 Nights of Wine Advent Calendar, $299
Celebrate the season with this limited-edition Christmas wine advent calendar from Millon Wines. A stunning curation of the winery's award-winning reds, whites, and dessert wine, each night presents a new opportunity to unveil a new favourite drop. Each full-sized bottle also comes with a tasting note card so you can learn more about the wine and even record your thoughts as you sip.
FinerRings 12 Days of FinerThings Advent Calendar, $499
If chocolate, wine or skincare don't float your boat, this gorgeous advent calendar from FinerRings may just be the touch of sparkle your festive season needs. Featuring 12 days of jewellery pieces hand-picked to bring a little extra dose of joy, the calendar is available in three different finishes—gold filled, sterling silver and mixed metals—to suit all styles.
Jo Malone London Advent Calendar, $795
Add a little razzle-dazzle - and a touch of elegance - to the Christmas season with the treasured Jo Malone London Advent Calendar. Each of the 25 decorative drawers hides a selection of timeless and seasonal colognes, miniature candles and bach and body favourites.
L'Occitane Classic Beauty Advent Calendar, $125
Rediscover the finest—and fan favourite—L'Occitane products with this beauty advent calendar. Crafted from recyclable and sustainably sourced cardboard, each of the 24 compartments offers a chance to pamper yourself silly with beloved skincare, body and shower goodies and hair care products.
Bonds Baby Advent Calendar, $179.99
A baby is always cause for celebration, but the limited-edition launch of beloved Aussie brand Bonds' Baby Advent Calendar brings an extra dose of festive cheer. The first of its kind, the 12-day calendar features a treasure trove of cozy essentials - worth over $300 - like the Terry Towelling Tee Suit and adorable teeny tiny socks.
Amazon Beauty Advent Calendar 2024, $100
The perfect way to treat yourself (or spoil someone else). Amazon's much-loved beauty advent calendar is back for another year. Containing 24 individually packaged boxes and a total of 25 beauty products, expect everything from trending skincare essentials to must-have makeup items from brands like L'Oreal, Maybelline, Wella Professionals, endota Organics, Elizabeth Arden and more.
Jurlique 24 Gifts of Nature Advent Calendar, $195
24 of Jurlique's most-loved products in one spot? Count us in. Filled with botanical goodies, expect delights like the bestselling Rare Rose Face Oil to the iconic Activating Water Essence + Recovery Cream.
Glasshouse Fragrances 24 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar, $275
A treasure chest of festive wonder, every drawer of this Glasshouse Fragrances advent calendar reveals hand-picked indulgence. Think opulent minis, rare exclusives and iconic fragrances that will make every December day feel like a mini Christmas morning.
Pukka Tea Advent Calendar, $26.95
A tea-lightful way to count down to the holidays, this limited-edition calendar from Pukka Herbs features 24 of the brand's thoughtfully crafted, organic herbal tea blends that are ready to brew. Each day reveals a new blend - think Lemon, Ginger & Manuka Honey, Elderberry and Echinacea - that is designed to support overall wellbeing.
Charlotte Tilbury Charlotte's Beauty Treasure Chest of Love, $320
Make your beauty dreams come true with this iconic advent calendar from makeup and beauty queen Charlotte Tilbury. Hidden in each drawer is one of the brand's award-winning, globally-loved beauty secrets, including the Beauty Light Want, Hyaluronic Happikiss and Magic Lip Oil Crystal Elixer.
Liquor Loot 2024 Global Whisky Advent Calendar, $395
The perfect countdown for whisky connoisseurs, Liquor Loot's whisky advent calendar features a meticulously curated collection of 24 exceptional drams celebrating the diversity, craftsmanship and captivating flavours from renowned whisky-producing regions across the globe.
Whisky not your thing? There are gin and spirits versions (featuring the likes of rum and tequila), too.
Loving these cool advent calendars? Be sure to check out our foodie gift guide and the best homewares gifts to get your Christmas shopping done ASAP!
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