47 of Oprah's Favorite Things List for 2020

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Every year, Oprah Winfrey releases a list of her Favorite Things, a collection of products that would be perfect Christmas gifts for your loved ones (or a treat for yourself). Check out 47 of the best of Oprah's picks below.

1. loulou readers; $29

Get the bold look that fits perfectly on all face shapes.

Amazon Top Review:

“Love [my] John Dean glasses. The lawyer's glasses”

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2. Barista Pro Espresso Machine; $800

If you're looking for a new espresso machine, you can't get anything more sleek and powerful than this.

Amazon Top Review:

“This is such a great machine. It's easy to use and so fast! It's made me enjoy coffee drinks even more!”

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3. giant hoodies; $60

This hoodie is not only super soft, but also gives you a modern and loose fit perfect for anytime use.

Amazon Top Review:

“I ordered this in blue, loved it so much I ordered a red one as well. So soft and comfortable. Warm but light weight. Looks great over leggings or jeans. Also, great to just lounge around the house.”

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4. Red Bay Motherland 3-Pack Gift Collection; $46

Enjoy any brewing method with this limited-edition coffee bean gift box.

Amazon Top Review:

“Their coffee is smooth, complex and delicious. My favorite is Coltrane, my partner loves Brazilian Cake Lady and Kings Prize. I can't wait to have my next cup, knowing I am supporting local business and a global network of farmers committed to fair treatment for their workers and product. Buy it! Buy it!”

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5. tory burch women's travel face covering set; $48

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Wear face coverings with style thanks to this set.

Amazon Top Review:

“I love the Tory Burch Mask! They are so beautiful and the extra carrying pouch is beautiful too.”

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6. cookie society holiday dozen gift crate; $48

Amazon Top Review:“Great variety of cookies. You get half dozen seasonal and half dozen of their most popular. I can see why they made Miss O's list of favorite things. And they big!!!”

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7. the wrap life turbanette; $19

Amazon Top Review: “This wrap has done wonders while I sleep. It keeps the baby hairs around my face that tend to curl and frizz during the night, flat and reduced the frizz and seems to be protecting it from damage, so it’s able to grow more quickly. I can’t recommend this wrap enough!”

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8. INBLOOM health and wellness powder; $19

Improve circulation and digestion with this clean plant protein.

Amazon Top Review:

“I'll be honest. This is not the best tasting meal replacement powder I've ever tasted. But the ingredients are stellar, and drinking it balances my blood sugar and helps me feel steady throughout the day. Highly worth it!”

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9. ayesha curry cast-iron casserole dish; $70

This versatile cast-iron Dutch oven makes a great gift for any home chef.

Amazon Top Review:

“Bought this for my mom to use on glass top electric stove. It works great for her!”

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10. mali+lili crossbody bag; $35

With three compartments, this crossbody purse is a perfect gift for traveling and everyday use.

Amazon Top Review:

“This bag is the perfect size for me. It fits my phone, wallet and cosmetics. It is made well and the zippers are heavy duty.”

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11. concrete serving platter; $90

This concrete serving tray is tough but stylish.

Amazon Top Review:

“Beautiful plate - very well made and very chic. Highly recommend.”

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12. yedi air fryer; $149

The ideal healthy gift for any foodie that loves cooking at home.

Amazon Top Review:

“Got my air fryer earlier today and already used it! It’s gotta be too good to be true. Food tastes great! I can’t believe I didn’t buy it earlier. My sister had been telling me for months and finally I got it. I’m so happy”

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13. women's turtleneck lounger; $99

Amazon Top Review:“I would love this if we weren't hunkered for COVID.....but since we're at home much more these days.....this is a perfect piece of comfort clothing. The only problem is......NOT wearing it all the time.”

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14. ubuntu life suede men lamu mule; $85

These shoes are made from genuine Kenyan leather with a soft nubuck finish.

Amazon Top Review:

“Very comfortable. They do run a little large. I wear a size 8 and the suede may stretch. I could have gone down a half or whole size”

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15. land's end parka jacket; $210

With waterproof fabric and sealed seams, this parka jacket is perfect for tackling the cold weather.

Amazon Top Review:

“I just love this Parka. So well made. Warm yet not real bulky. I don't feel like a marshmallow in it. It may be expensive but well worth the money. So happy I purchased it for our trip to Iceland.”

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16. Samsung 55-inch outdoor tv; $3,498

This Samsung television is not only resistant against water and dust, it's also engineered to look vivid in bright daylight.

Amazon Top Review:

Pull the trigger and you won't be disappointed!! I added the Sonos amp, Sub and Definitive Outdoor Speakers, and OMG it's awesome.”

Buy it: Amazon

17. Sorel Women's Kinetic Conquest Sneaker; $216

These Sorel sneakers are long-lasting with no wear and tear during your hiking adventures.

Amazon Top Review:

“So comfortable & stylish! Love them.”

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18. thomas keller knife set; $300

Slim, sleek, and well-balanced, these knives have been designed by Michelin-starred chef Thomas Keller.

Amazon Top Review:

“This is so sharp and so classy, that I almost feel like a world chef made it himself. I am so impressed. I will never use another knife again! Highly Recommend.”

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19. smart home fitness mirror; $1,963

Packed with 50-plus genres for every type of home workout, the Mirror streams live and on-demand classes straight from your living room.

Amazon Top Review:

“I've had my mirror for about 8 months and I absolutely love, love, love it. I love the variety of workouts, and they are always adding new things.”

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20. Stella & Haas earring set; $30

The 'Tis the Season Set makes for an ideal gifts for mothers, daughters, sisters, and friends this holiday season.

Amazon Top Review:

“All earring are wonderful.”

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21. cup of Té luxe organic tea set; $30

Amazon Top Review:“LOVED this set. Great Christmas gift for any tea lover!!!!”Buy it:

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22. trufflin sauces; $48

These chef-curated sauces are made with precious ingredients that any foodie will love.

Amazon Top Review:

“I was surprised how good these are. Even the kids liked them. Makes a great gift for anyone that loves eating truffle french fries.”

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23. black card revoked card game; $16

Amazon Top Review:“We had a good time with this game. Though some questions were obvious to US, it's interesting to find out who knows what when it comes to classic black culture.”

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24. Chocolate Turtles Set of 8; $55

These chocolate turtles are hand crafted using the highest quality nuts and hand wrapped to perfection.

Amazon Top Review:

“I've had these turtles before and they are simply the best. These are not your Walmart, Walgreens boxed turtles, they are large in size and rich and decadent. All 8 turtles weigh approximately 2lbs.”

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25. Corkcicle 16oz Coffee Mug; $48

Keep drinks hot for three hours with this shatterproof mug.

Amazon Top Review:

“Very nice and convenient mug! It’s a good size cup and it keeps your hot tea/coffee warm for a long time!”

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26. WOMEN'S ULTRA-LIGHT PACKABLE long jacket; $50

A jacket that is water resistant, packable, and durable.

 Amazon Top Review:

“So far, I really like this coat, though I haven't worn it in weather below 30ºF yet. Today, I wore it in the rain and the water beaded up and rolled right off. I didn't get wet at all, nor did the down. I shook most of the water off before getting back into my car and donned the coat again in thirty minutes, and it was completely dry.”

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27. The Sensitive ONE Box Set pet shampoo; $48

All-natural dog shampoo and conditioner with a long-lasting and joyfully fresh signature scent.

Amazon Top Review:

“Worth the price. My puppy definitely liked it. Her coat is very soft and shiny. The scent is very delicate.”

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28. telfar medium shopping bag; $202

Telfar's unisex shopping bag is best for everyday use and made from faux leather.

Amazon Top Review:

“I absolutely love my new bag, the quality is amazing. The color is superb. This is my second bag from Telfar. I can't wait to get all the colors.. if I get lucky.”

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29. simone i. smith honeycomb hoops; $130

Amazon Top Review:“They are beautiful in person & will make a great gift!”

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30. Uncomfortable Conversations with a Black Man; $17

The former NFL player and Fox Sports analyst Emmaunuel Acho provides a new voice in the talk about racism.

Amazon Top Review:

“Simply wonderful book. Great background info on black culture. Wonderful resources and advice for navigating change on a personal and community level. Everyone can benefit from Mr Acho’s thoughtful presentation of our past and current times.”

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31. alpine cashmere women's hoodie; $264

Perfect for keeping warm while relaxing or running errands, this hoodie will keep you comfortable and cozy everywhere.

Amazon Top Review:

“I am 5’2” 115 lbs and ordered the xs it is perfect fit. I love the color and really like the luxurious feel of this. Thanks Oprah for putting on your list!”

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32. Cozy Earth Ultra-Soft Bamboo Pullover; $110

Amazon Top Review:

“So unassuming. Who knew that it would become my favorite pullover. Super soft. Quality is amazing. Will definitely buy from this company again.”

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33. JUDY Emergency Preparedness Kit; $200

Packed with six pre-packed boxes, this kit is stocked with everything you need for any situation.

Amazon Top Review:

“Easy to transport and will come in handy during emergencies”

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34. Forehead thermometer for adults; $24.99

This non contact body thermometer not only accurate, but also provides you a quick reading with its exceptional microchip and a sensitivity sensor.

Amazon Top Review:

“I tested it a few ways, one by checking my fridge’s outside temp, and smother by checking myself and my daughters temps multiple times and it came up consistent And very close to what our oral temp was reading. Hopefully it continues to work as well. Really happy thus far!”

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35. avocado keeper; $12.77

No need to throw away your uneaten avocados with this lab-tested container. Being dishwasher safe and easily stack-able, these avocado holders are convenient for any user.

Amazon Top Review:

“Love this avocado keeper. I only use half an avocado each day and it keeps the other half usable for the next day. There is sometimes a slight browning on the top that is easily skimmed off. The container cleans up well in the dishwasher.”

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36. 3-set tai knife block; $299.95

Amazon Top Review:

“Insanely sharp. Balanced. High Quality. This knife was designed by the head Chef of French Laundry. I have been using garbage knives for years. Thrilled with this set! Buy a good whetstone also to get professional resharpening.”

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37. lightweight leather phone purse; $19.99

This phone purse comes with two inner bags which give you the ability to not only hold your phone, but also stash away cards, cash, lipstick and so on.

Amazon Top Review:

“ The product arrived in good condition. I own a Galaxy Note S10. I was able to place my phone and casing in the pouch with no problem and able to easily remove it. The stitching and quality of the product is good.”

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38. the good hurt fuego: a hot sauce gift set; $34.99

Compliment any food with an array of different hot sauce flavors thanks to this gift set.

Amazon Top Review:

“The sauces came beautifully packaged and my brother said it's some of the best hot sauce he's ever had!!! Make sure to have some milk on hand after using these sauces though!!”

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39. angry mama microwave oven cleaner; $8.95

Amazon Top Review:

“Beats the old bowl of vinegar in the microwave! It does a great job & I love how the arms stay cool for easy removal. I think she is so cute she resides on top of my microwave.”

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40. top shelf vacation memory jar; $16.49

Cherish your favorite moments with this memory jar. It comes with a full kit with 180 wish tickets, pen, rewritable twine hung plaque, and a decorative lid.

Amazon Top Review:

“I bought this for my sister who I often travel with. I included pictures of us on prior trips, and we sat together for hours and reminisced about our trips and wrote down our memories!”

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41. biscotti cookie gift basket; $36.99

This gift basket comes with 18 choco-covered basked bars with perfect taste and great texture in every bite.

Amazon Top Review:

“Beautiful gift, tastes great! Arrived in perfect condition. All were fully intact except one cookie was broken in the middle, not an issue at all and NO MELTED COOKIES!”

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42. hexclad hybrid non-stick cookware; $416.48

This 7-piece set is designed with a duel surface that gives you the best sear while using less oil, grease and butter.

Amazon Top Review:

“I love this cookware!! I bought it at a show in Costco. It looked a little gimmicky at first glance. But it really does everything they said.”

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43. bindle bottle with compartment; $39.00

A 2-in-1 stainless steel water bottle that can hold up to 20-40oz of whatever beverage you prefer while also giving you the ability to conceal your personal items.

Amazon Top Review:

“This is a genius idea. The bottle is separated into 2 separate compartments. The top 24 oz for liquids and the bottom unscrews into a separate compartment (8 oz) that’s advertised as watertight. Entire bottle is 32 oz, but only 24 oz is for liquids.”

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44. ekouaer pajamas set long sleeve sleepwear; $29.99

Amazon Top Review:

“Having suffered from eczema all my life, I finally decided to search for comfy sleep clothes that don't make me itchy & scratchy all night. Voila! Here they are”

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45. ginger syrup and ginger infused honey gift set; $49.99

Amazon Top Review:

“There's a reason why these were on Oprah's Favorite Things list! They're high quality and delicious. My tea has never tasted so good. The taste of ginger isn't overwhelming. I have used the syrup in my oatmeal and farina. You won't be disappointed!”

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46. woodstock candy feel better soon care package; $38.90

This candy assortment contains 40 different types of nostalgic candy perfect for all ages.

Amazon Top Review:

This was so much fun. All the candy from my childhood.

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47. Magnetic calendar for refrigerator; $20.00

With an attractive design, this erasable blackboard calendar is perfect for helping anyone never forget a thing.

Amazon Top Review:

“I love this calendar! It fits on the upper part of the fridge with room to spare on the side to also post invitations, coupons, etc. I use a set of the chalk markers on mine, they write well and do not stain, comes off with just a wet cloth or paper towel because it is a plastic type material.”

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