Advent calendars have come a long way from the flimsy cardboard boxes filled with questionable chocolates. Every year, they seem to get bigger, better and a whole lot more luxurious. And you certainly don’t have to be German or British, have small children or, hell, even celebrate Christmas to appreciate the appeal. Especially when those little numbered doors conceal everything from top-shelf booze and grooming essentials to designer fragrances and fancy candles.
We realize it’s still early, but here’s the thing: The really good ones have a habit of selling out before Halloween even arrives. So whether you’re shopping for someone who’s notoriously difficult to buy for or simply looking to make your own holiday season a little more indulgent, now’s the time to get ahead of it. We’ve rounded up our favorite ways to count down to the holidays. Just don’t wait too long to grab one. Once they’re gone, they’re really gone.