8 unique advent calendars for the upcoming holiday season

It's not too early to start counting down. Skip the chocolate and pick up one of these advent calendars for a festive holiday celebration.

By Michele Kettner • Posted November 12, 2020 at 2:47 p.m.

Courtesy of Estee Lauder

Advent calendars don’t have to be just for kids. This year, pick up your own calendar to help celebrate the holidays after a crazy year. From 24 days of socks to 12 days of pasta, here are eight unique advent calendars for the holiday season.

Caramels advent calendar — *Courtesy of Uncommon Goods*

Trade in the annual chocolate calendars for this delicious caramel one, which includes flavors like classic vanilla and rosemary truffle sea salt. // Handcrafted Caramel Advent Calendar, $38; Uncommon Goods

Get ready for a month full of at-home spa days with this calendar full of nail polishes of all colors. // Mini Mani Month Nail Polish Advent Calendar, $65; Ciaté London

Vinebox advent calendar — *Courtesy of Vinebox*

Countdown to the holidays with this wine advent calendar that includes red and white wines from around the world. // 12 Nights of Wine, $129; Vinebox

tea advent calendar — *Courtesy of Nordstrom*

If you like to relax at night with a hot cup of tea, this is your calendar. Pop open a new slot every day and find a new type of tea, from green to herbal. // Tea Advent Calendar, $32; Nordstrom

perfume advent calendar — *Courtesy of Estee Lauder*

Calling all perfume lovers: this is the holiday gift for you. Enjoy 12 days of scents with these AERIN minis from Estee Lauder. // Estee Lauder Holiday Advent Calendar, $240; Estee Lauder

pasta advent calendar — *Courtesy of World Market*

Gift your favorite foodie (or yourself) this fun pasta calendar for endless meals throughout December. // Vecchio Pastificio Di Gragnano 12 Days of Pasta Gift Box, $29.99; World Market

Bath & Body Works advent calendar — *Courtesy of Bath & Body Works*

Enjoy a month of self-care with Bath & Body Works’ 12 day calendar, full of creams, shower gels and fragrance sprays. // Gingham Advent Calendar Gift Set, $85; Bath & Body Works

happy socks advent calendar — *Courtesy of Happy Socks*

Remember when you used to hate getting clothes as a gift? Now as an adult, you can rejoice in this 24-day advent calendar full of socks. // 24 Days of Holiday Socks 24-Pack, $225; Happy Socks

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Michele Kettner

Audience Engagement Editor

Michele Kettner joined Northern Virginia Magazine in 2020 after spending two semesters as an editorial intern at the magazine. The University of Maryland graduate is currently the audience engagement editor and covers everything from can’t-miss things to do and holiday events to new restaurant and store openings throughout Northern Virginia.