61 Gorgeous 2022 Advent Calendars to Count Down the Festive Season
Share on facebook
Share on pinterest
Share on email
Share on twitter
As December draws near, the young and old alike eagerly await their favorite tradition of counting down to Christmas Day with a lovely advent calendar filled with treats and surprises for each day of the month.
At Magnifissance, we’ve put together the ultimate collection of the most exclusive and beautiful advent calendars out there for everyone on your list. Beauty mavens, decor enthusiasts, and lovers of all things delicious will find the perfect advent calendar to give to a loved one.
Discover luxurious self-care, fragrant scents, gourmet delights, and so much more, along with imaginative packaging doubling as holiday decor.
Let the countdown begin!
23 Gorgeous Beauty Advent Calendars
Guerlain
1
What’s inside: Set the beauty countdown abuzz with this precious bee-themed Hive Advent Calendar from Guerlain. Decorated by artist Aleksandra Miletic, the gorgeous gold-ribboned ‘hive’ reveals 25 decadent surprises, including perfume miniatures, candles, skincare, and a bee bracelet.
Dior
2
What’s inside: Twenty-four of Dior’s iconic fragrance, makeup, and skincare items, such as the classic Rouge Dior lipstick and Miss Dior Eau de Parfum, along with candles and a Christmas decoration—all in a midnight blue box with artful gold rendering of the legendary 30 avenue Montaigne facade.
Valmont
3
A gateway to the best of Swiss skincare, with 12 golden drawers revealing exclusive anti-aging cellular cosmetics by Valmont & L’Elixir des Glaciers and couture fragrances by Storie Veneziane.
La Mer
4
What’s inside: Twelve days of some of La Mer’s most sought-after treasures in generously sized packages, from Renewal Oil to the legendary Crème de Mer, all housed in the vibrantly colored The Carnival de La Mer box.
Lancôme
5
This year’s countdown by Lancôme, The Extraordinary Advent Calendar, was designed in collaboration with French sculptor Richard Orlinski. The calendar unfolds into a Paris cityscape with 24 Lancôme beauty surprises strategically placed around the Eiffel Tower.
Holt Renfrew
6
What’s inside: Prepare for pampering with this festive advent calendar from Canadian luxury retailer Holt Renfrew. With 25 drawers filled with treasures from some of the store’s hottest brands, the calendar includes everything from premium makeup and skincare to fragrance, luxurious candles, and more.
Anthropologie
7
What’s inside: Artwork by Canadian artist Emily Taylor colors this creative advent calendar from the George & Viv bath-and-body line with a countdown of 24 curated beauty treats.
Rituals
8
What’s inside: This beautiful Christmas tree calendar from Rituals is adorned with lights and golden gift boxes, each unwrapping to reveal a scented surprise for delighting body and mind.
Susanne Kaufmann
9
What’s inside: Back for 2022, the much-awaited advent calendar from sustainable skincare maven Susanne Kaufmann packs a recyclable, re-fillable festive box with skincare minis and four full sizes of her iconic products.
Balmain
10
What’s inside: Balmain’s unique Advent Calendar presents an ode to the holiday Nutcracker tradition. Its round package slides open to reveal a cardboard Nutcracker army dressed in Balmain’s signature military jackets, with ten packages containing a Balmain hair couture favorite.
Fresh
11
What’s inside: A delightful spin on self-care for the holiday season, 24 thoughtfully curated doors reveal a surprise for the senses, including Fresh’s signature lip treatments, fragrances, serums, and body products.
Beekman 1802
12
What’s inside: This extravagant Time Capsule Advent Calendar from Beekman 1802 presents 24 of the brand’s goat milk-based skincare favorites in a first-ever interactive design. Each product is individually wrapped in ready-to-gift time capsules printed with daily affirmations. The calendar also comes with a bright yellow hand-blown hourglass to keep as a souvenir.
Rahua
13
What’s inside: Rahua, a hair and skin care line based on traditional rahua oil produced by indigenous Amazon tribes, introduces its first-ever advent calendar. Uncover the secrets of the rainforest with its 12 award-winning beauty rituals.
George & Viv
14
What’s inside: A collaboration between George & Viv and Canadian artist Emily Taylor, this charming wooden hotel-themed calendar features Taylor’s whimsical hand-painted illustrations, while each of the 24 windows is filled with George & Viv’s bath and body delights.
Liz Earle
15
What’s inside: Botanical skincare brand Liz Earle Beauty Co. unwraps an advent calendar containing 12 skincare surprises that harness the power of plants to support glowing skin. The package includes best-sellers like the Eyebright Soothing Eye Lotion and Superskin Moisturizer.
Lush
16
What’s inside: The Lush Advent Calendar pops the lid with 25 of the brand’s vegan, all-natural, and fun body products, including two exclusive product offerings and two retro finds. The colorful, reusable box is designed by ARTHOUSE Unlimited, a non-profit supporting artists with complex support needs.
L’OCCITANE
17
What’s inside: The Advent Calendar from French brand L’Occitane packs up 24 limited-edition Provençal surprises —from anti-aging serums to signature body products like the Almond Milk Veil and best-selling Shea Butter.
The Body Shop
18
What’s inside: Presented in a cool travel-themed drawer case topped with a pop-up Christmas scene, The Body Shop’s advent calendar transports you around the world with treasures like the Himalayan Charcoal face mask, Drops of Youth concentrate, or Shea Shampoo, inspiring you to make an act of kindness every day.
Armani Beauty
19
What’s inside: Begin your holiday countdown in style with this elegant advent calendar from Armani. Dressed in emblematic red and gold tones, it’s made with Japanese-inspired textile paper and hot-stamped gold detail. The 24 windows reveal 9 full-sized faves and 15 miniatures.
YSL
20
What’s inside: The sleek black and gold box of the YSL Beauty 2022 advent calendar opens 24 mini boxes, each holding a perfume or makeup offering from the legendary design house, along with a chic keychain.
Charlotte Tilbury
21
What’s inside: Get ready to shine all season with the Diamond Chest of Beauty Stars from Charlotte Tilbury. Twelve jewel-handled drawers open to reveal the magic of the brand’s beauty secrets, with 5 full-sized and 7 minis of makeup and skincare icons.
M.A.C.
22
What’s inside: Wrapped up in ready-to-gift bubble-popped packaging and bow, the “Bursting with Surprises” 2022 Advent Calendar from MAC reveals 24 delightful makeup treats, including 16 full-sized products and new releases—all in an exotic keepsake box.
P.Louise
23
What’s inside: Dive into sweet nostalgia with the “Magic in the Memories” Advent Calendar from P. Louise, presenting a charming pastel-colored castle packed with 12 of the UK brand’s most coveted cosmetics and surprise treats.
8 Delightful Perfume & Candle Advent Calendars
Acqua di Parma
1
What’s inside: Discover the fragrant universe of Italy’s storied perfume label Acqua di Parma. This sunny circular advent calendar opens 25 windows for a new favorite scent every day. Each collection item gives back to the “Riscriviamo il Futuro—Rewrite the Future” campaign by Save the Children.
Diptyque
2
What’s inside: Candles go celestial in this mysterious night-sky advent calendar from candle brand Dyptique. Twenty-five incredible fragranced candles, each corresponding to a constellation and including limited-edition Christmas scents like Snow and Pine Tree, are all inside a glow-in-the-dark box adorned with a phosphorescent milky way.
Penhaligon’s
3
What’s inside: Take in the wide-eyed wonders of the circus with this vintage-themed World of Wonder advent calendar from 19th-century British perfume house Penhaligon’s. Iconic fragrances, fine soaps, lotions, candles, and a festive charm hide behind the 24 Doors of Wonder—all wrapped up in a red Santa sack with a velvet cord drawstring.
Jo Malone
4
What’s inside: Scent your season with the sophisticated, understated fragrances of Jo Malone for body and home. The two-level drawer chest in the brand’s signature black-and-white comes packed with 25 days of miniature colognes, candles, bath and body delights, and even a limited-edition snowglobe for a surprise treat every day of the month.
Jo Loves
5
What’s inside: A spin-off line by scent maven Jo Malone inspired by her favorite moments and memories, Jo Loves unveils a playful take on the year’s advent calendar, drawing inspiration from a house of cards. The cool design holds 25 fragrant treats, along with a limited-edition set of beautifully illustrated playing cards.
Emily Maude
6
What’s inside: Color and light come together in this bright and whimsical advent calendar, designed by British illustrator Emily Maude as part of her “Twelve Days of Christmas” collection for Anthropologie. Enjoy 12 comforting seasonal scents like Blackberry Balsam, Gilded Cassia, or Spiced Eggnog.
Voluspa
7
What’s inside: Discover the magic of the Orient with Voluspa’s exotic Japonica Collection in this luxurious advent calendar, featuring 12 hand-poured pedestal candles made with Voluspa’s coconut wax blend in signature Japonica fragrances such as Goji Tarocco Orange, Moso Bamboo, and Forbidden Fig. Each candle sits in a numbered drawer with a ribbon pull, and the set comes with a gold plated wick trimmer.
Design Undone
8
What’s inside: Light up the month with the warm glow of these handcrafted candles from artisanal Texas candlemaker Design Undone. The 2022 Candle Advent Calendar presents 12 individually boxed glass tumblers containing 4 oz. candles in luxury scents like Jasmine and Sea Salt or Cream and Tobacco.
3 Exquisite Decorative Advent Calendars
Wedgwood
1
What’s inside: From renowned porcelain maker Wedgwood comes this handmade 2022 advent calendar in the shape of an elegant Georgian-style home. Inside, 24 mini drawers pull out to reveal collectible ornaments to treasure, each inspired by the brand’s iconic blue and white jasperware.
Villeroy & Boch
2
What’s inside: Villeroy & Boch uncovers its playful side with the nostalgic holiday advent calendar from its Christmas Toys collection. A wooden chest of festive red drawers holds 24 adorable miniature porcelain ornaments that are ready for hanging on the included porcelain Christmas tree.
MeriMeri
3
What’s inside: The young and the young-at-heart will delight in this artful take on The Nutcracker ballet tradition. This advent calendar from MeriMeri presents 23 envelopes containing items to create a lovely theater scene complete with characters, accessories and set changes, and a beautiful charm bracelet to open on the 24th day.
4 Delectable Alcohol Advent Calendars
Vinebox
1
What’s inside: Whether for gifting or self-sipping, this Holi-Day advent calendar from Vinebox is a wine lover’s delight. It includes 12 carefully crafted glass tubes, each filled with a white, red, or rose wine, handpicked by certified sommeliers.
Anthon Berg
2
What’s inside: Chocolate and liquor are a must-have holiday combo, and Danish chocolate brand Anthon Berg certainly is an authority on both. What better way to sweeten the season than this advent calendar with 25 miniature chocolate bottles filled with an assortment of delicious liquors, from cognac to calvados?
The Whisky Exchange
3
What’s inside: The Scotch drinker in your life won’t believe his luck when presented with this advent calendar from The Whisky Exchange that celebrates the diversity of single malt Scotch. Each sample is collected from a single cask from Scotland’s finest distilleries, with 25 drams spanning Islay’s Laphroaig to Speysider Imperial and flavor spectrums ranging from light to intensely peaty.
Drinks by the Dram
4
What’s inside: The essential gift for the most discerning whiskey enthusiast, this Old and Rare Whisky advent calendar from Drinks by the Dram brings together 24 of the rarest, oldest, and most prestigious whiskies around the globe, showcasing fine cask finishes and flavor profiles and bottled in handmade wax-sealed drams. A Glencairn glass for imminent tasting is included.
11 Tasteful Food Advent Calendars
Fortnum & Mason
1
What’s inside: Start each December morning with a taste of the good life with this Feasting Advent Calendar from Fortnum. Each drawer comes packed with an assortment of gourmet delights to enjoy for breakfast or any time of the day—from classic tea and biscuits to jams, chocolates, and even champagne for Christmas-morning mimosas.
Staud’s Wien
2
What’s inside: Elevate your toast, biscuits, and sandwiches all month long with this advent calendar from Vienna-based brand Staud, “jam-packed” with 24 serving glasses featuring an array of flavors. The fun box features whimsical artwork by artists Gustav Klimt, Egon Schiele, and Koloman Moser.
La boite du fromage
3
What’s inside: Cheese fans everywhere will delight in this unique advent calendar from La boite du fromage that highlights the best of French cheeses—from farm to artisanal. Packed in a beautiful wooden box, it’s ready to give as a gift or to create a French-themed Christmas cheese platter for yourself.
Paxton & Whifield
4
What’s inside: Here is an artisanal cheese advent calendar from UK’s Paxton & Whifield. The cheesemonger celebrates its 225th birthday in 2022 with a curated selection of both historic and brand-new artisan kinds of cheese. Each piece is hand-cut and hand-wrapped in wax paper and packed in the advent box with an information factsheet.
Baketini
5
What’s inside: Prepare for squeals of delight as your loved ones open this advent calendar’s numbered doors to reveal the adorable miniature cookies from Etsy shop Baketini. Each of the 24 vanilla almond sugar features a different holiday motif.
Harry & David
6
What’s inside: No need to slave away in the kitchen when it comes to Christmas cookie baking! This advent calendar from edible gift favorite Harry & David delivers a sweet holiday tradition with 24 drawers containing every variety of seasonal cookies imaginable: vanilla shortbread, chocolate cherry, dark chocolate peppermint, and many more to nibble on all season long.
McCrea’s Candies Caramel
7
What’s inside: Gourmet caramel maker McCrea’s Candies presents a mouthwatering take on the Christmas countdown with its limited edition advent calendar that packs 24 pieces of luscious caramels in creative flavors like Black Lava Sea Salt and Dark Roasted Mocha (all allergen-free for a safe treat). The calendar is adorned with sweet original artwork courtesy of New England artist Cindy Hendrick.
Candy Kittens
8
What’s inside: It’s hard to think of a combination more fun than candies and kittens—and London confectionery company Candy Kittens has both cornered. In this Christmas tree advent calendar, these curious critters peek out from the windows, offering all-natural flavor favorites.
Joe and Sephs
9
What’s inside: Plant-based doesn’t need to mean boring—and Joe & Seph proves the point with its delectable plant-based popcorn mixes, featuring a whimsical, festive design, and a whopping 175 g of handmade, award-winning popcorn.
Popcorn Shed
10
What’s inside: For more popping fun, treat yourself or a lucky friend to this yummy advent calendar from Popcorn Shed. The colorful facade holds 24 bags of gourmet popcorn in six imaginative flavors.
Batter Up Bakery
11
What’s inside: You won’t forget to leave out cookies for Santa with this charming cookie countdown advent calendar from Batter Up Bakery. Fun illustrations decorate the 24 windows, each concealing a beautifully decorated cookie in classic holiday varieties like gingerbread and shortbread.
7 Playful Chocolate Advent Calendars
Pierre Marcolini
1
What’s inside: A cheerful ski slope scene brightens the advent calendar box from French chocolatier Pierre Marcolini, tied with an orange ribbon and packed with 24 iconic chocolate creations.
Vosges Chocolate
2
What’s inside: This charming advent calendar from Vosges Chocolate lights up with twinkling lights at the push of a button, just as “The Dance of the Sugarplum Fairy” from Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker begins to play. Each drawer, printed with a hidden Christmas message, holds an exclusive chocolate treasure.
Le Chocolat du Poche
3
What’s inside: The much-awaited advent calendar from Le Chocolat de Poche comes back for 2022. The newsletter-inspired cover showcases a painting by artist Fabienne Delacroix, opening to reveal 24 certified organic chocolates in playful shapes.
Melt
4
What’s inside: London’s premium chocolate house Melt honors the historic homes of Notting Hill with its 2022 Advent calendar house. Each of the 24 doors holds an exquisite house-shaped box that’s filled with bespoke organic chocolates.
Lakrids by Bulow
5
What’s inside: Copenhagen’s famous licorice factory Lakrids by Bulow takes its unique confections to the next level in this 2022 advent calendar with minimalist-chic sustainable packaging and 48 bonbons (two for each day) in both traditional and new flavor combinations. The classic slow-crafted licorice meets sweet delights, all gluten and gelatine free.
Bernachon
6
What’s inside: Chocoholics everywhere will be keen to sample this advent calendar from Bernachon Paris house, located near the Louvre. Each day reveals a different miniature artisanal chocolate bar that features ten types of cacao beans.
Chococo
7
What’s inside: Indulge yourself or a loved one all season long with this advent calendar box from Britain’s Chococo, featuring 25 handcrafted chocolates made with sustainable and ethically sourced material.
5 Unique Coffee & Tea Advent Calendars
19 grams
1
What’s inside: Jazz up their morning java with this 2022 advent calendar from the German coffee purveyor 19 grams. The calendar comes with 24 airtight reusable tins, each filled with a unique Arabica coffee from farms from around the world.
Whittard
2
What’s inside: Steep a cup of Christmas cheer with the Tea and Infusion Advent Calendar from Britain’s iconic tea brand Whittard. Open the beautiful doors to reveal 24 colorful drawers, each holding 4 individually wrapped tea bags.
Kusmi Tea
3
What’s inside: The Kusmi Tea Grand Hotel is inviting you to prepare for the end-of-year celebrations in a magical setting with its limited-edition Advent Calendar. Its majestic facade filled with illuminated windows gives you a glimpse of what is happening behind the imposing doors. It features 20 premium tea blends and infusions, along with a tea spoon and a tea infuser.
Vahdam
4
What’s inside: Enjoy this award-winning “24 Teas of Christmas” advent calendar from legacy Indian tea brand Vahdam, featured as part of Oprah’s Favorite Things.
Paper and Tea
5
What’s inside: A fantastical black-and-white illustration decorates this eye-catching, sustainably produced Origins tea advent calendar by Paper and Tea. Behind the 24 windows is a selection of the brand’s beloved whole-leaf teas and blends.
Share on facebook
Share on pinterest
Share on email
Share on twitter
Inspired for a Beautiful Life
