Advent calendars first date back to the mid-19th century when German Protestants would make chalk marks on doors and light candles to count the days leading up to Christmas. Gerhard Lang later introduced the first printed Advent calendar in the early 1900s with small doors that opened to reveal holiday-themed photos. Since then, these beloved calendars have become holiday staples in homes across the world. What was once a simple chocolate or illustrated surprise has turned into the chance to indulge yourself in treats from some of the world’s most coveted brands. And why not? After a long year, we’ve all earned a little extravagance.
Whether it’s the ever-popular beauty advent calendar, a series of gorgeous daily jewels or a traditional chocolate advent calendar taken to the next level courtesy of a haute patisserie house, here’s our guide to the best luxury advent calendars for Christmas 2023, these luxury Advent calendars truly are a notch above the rest.
Astrid & Miyu 14K gold Advent Calender: One of three advent calendars offered by Astrid & Miyu this year, this five-day countdown features 14k solid gold piece from the brand’s fine jewellery range housed inside a luxe lacquered jewellery box you can use far beyond the big day. Among the pieces are two exclusives you won’t find in the brand’s mainline collection, including a pair of topaz hoops and topaz chain stud earrings.$1,480 ASTRID & MIYU
Skincare Advent Calendar Dr. Barbara Sturm: Luxury skincare brand Dr. Barbara Sturm has essentially created a jewelry box of the most loved skincare products in her collection. Various sizes are offered in this indulgent treasure trove. $560 Dr. Barbara Sturm
Swarovski Disney100 Advent Calendar 2023: Perfect for the Disney enthusiast in your life. this delightful calendar commemorates 100 years of Disney magic with a whole lot of sparkle. The collection includes 22 ornaments, two necklaces and a sweet collection of stickers from Swarovski. $1,300 Swarovski
Compartes Gourmet Chocolate Advent Calendar: Chocolate Advent calendars are a time-honored tradition, but this gourmet selection from Compartés elevates your holiday candy spread. Find flavors like peanut butter banana and honey lavender in this fun box. $109 Compartes.
Wedgewood Christmas Advent Calendar 2023: It doesn’t get more timelessly elegant that Wedgwood, and this Georgian townhouse calendar filled with porcelain ornaments will make your holiday season and your tree all the more enviable. $1,000.00 Wedgewood.
Jo Malone Advent Calendar: If you can’t get enough of this London perfumer’s famously layerable colognes, this gingerbread-inspired advent calendar is perfect for you. Filled with 24 of Jo Malone’s signature scented products including a few full-sized surprises, you’ll be smelling sweet all season long. $495.00 Jo Malone.
Molton Brown Advent Calendar: Give yourself some much deserved pampering this season with bath and body favorites in Molton Brown’s luxe signature scents. $295 Molton Brown.
Haut-Chocolat Calendar of Advent: In honor of its 25th anniversary, Chicago-based luxury chocolate maker Vosges Haut-Chocolat just dropped an extra special confectionary-filled calendar with 30 delicious flavors of chocolate and caramel, including Black Forest Cherry Truffles, Kokuto Black Sugar Caramels, and a Peppermint Candy Cane Gnome. $300 Vosges Haut-Chocolat.
Dior Le 30 Montaigne Holiday 2023 Advent Calendar: Sampling some of Dior’s best-loved fragrances, lipsticks, and vitamin-rich serums, the gleaming calendar transports one to the beauty counter at 30 Avenue Montaigne. $750 Dior.
Harrods of London Beauty Advent Calendar 2023: With nearly $1,500 worth of products behind its doors from brands like Augustinus Bader, 111SKIN, Bobbi Brown, Sunday Riley, and Acqua di Parma, this calendar is a must-have for serious beauty devotees. $264 Harrods
Penhaligon’s The Toy Chest advent calendar: Positively stuffed with lush scents from the British heritage brand, including favorites like Halfeti, Elisabethan Rose, and Endymion in soap, candle, hand cream, and personal fragrance form, plus a few extra goodies to make the season extra special. $435 Selfridges
