Femail finds the best last minute Christmas gifts still available at supermarkets

There’s nothing like the panic of realising that you’ve forgotten to buy a Christmas present for someone and fretting about whether there’s still time to get to the shops.  

But if you’re heading to the supermarket for last-minute food shopping today, you could manage to pick up any missing gifts without the hassle of hitting the high street. 

Nobody wants to hand over a gift that looks like an afterthought, but there’s plenty of options available from posh food and booze, to children’s toys and beauty sets. 

And supermarket fashion has come a long way in recent years – and if you need proof, bear in mind that the hottest dress of party season this year was a £16 fuchsia off-the-shoulder frock from Asda that sold out and even has its own Instagram. 

It comes in silver too and if you’re lucky you might even find the odd straggler still on the rails. 

Most supermarkets are open on Christmas Eve until either 6pm or 7pm, with certain branches even open until 8pm, so there is still time to buy those last-minute gifts.  

 The perfect Christmas dress? Aimée Rose, an influencer from London stepped out in this viral Asda showstopper ready for 2021’s festivitiest, proving that supermarket fashion can surprise you 

Best for Christmas Confectionery 

Marks & Spencer – open until either 7pm or 8pm. 

Chocolates, sweets and biscuits are a classic gift and with Marks & Spencer’s plentiful range of artisan chocolates, truffles, caramels and ganaches, you can’t go wrong. 

These luxury Belgian chocolates can be bought as part of Taste of Belgium Chocolate Gift Bag for £30. 

Other Marks & Spencer’s treats include a Blood Orange Light Up Musical Snow Globe Gin Liqueur Magnum, priced at £35. 

M&S has a plentiful range of artisan chocolates, truffles, caramels and ganaches

M&S has a plentiful range of artisan chocolates, truffles, caramels and ganaches

Best for Toys

Asda – open until 7pm

Cannot forget the kids and with Asda’s range of toys from LEGO to Barbie  there is something for all, from babies to toddlers. 

For babies and toddlers there is this Leap Frog, Letter Go-Round, £41.97 or this Fisher Price, Toddler Trampoline, £35.

This LEGO Creator 3in1 Space Shuttle Adventure Set 31117, £44.97 is great for older children. As is this Disney Princess Folding Inline Scooter, £22. 

Leap Frog, Letter Go-Round, £41.97

Fisher Price, Toddler Trampoline, £35

For babies and toddlers there is this Leap Frog, Letter Go-Round, £41.97 or this Fisher Price, Toddler Trampoline, £35

This LEGO Creator 3in1 Space Shuttle Adventure Set 31117, £44.97

This LEGO Creator 3in1 Space Shuttle Adventure Set 31117, £44.97

Disney Princess Folding Inline Scooter, £22

Disney Princess Folding Inline Scooter, £22

Best for Christmas Drinks 

Waitrose – open until 6pm. 

Wine is a must at Christmas and Waitrose knows how to deliver the best. From its extensive range of in-house range, which now includes champagne, to its assortment of stylish classics. 

Whispering Angel, Rose, was THE drink of the summer. It has since popped up on many wine lists and can be purchased at Waitrose for £28. 

A classic gift, guaranteed to please is Waitrose’s signature prosecco, which is currently on offer at £7.49. 

Waitrose prosecco, £7.49

Whispering Angel, £28

Waitrose’s signature prosecco is currently on offer at only £7.49. Or opt for the Whispering Angel, the drink of the summer

Best for Fashion

Tesco – open until 7pm 

Tesco’s F&F clothing has grown and grown and is now available in 607 Tesco stores. Gifts could include the classic, gloves, hats, or scarfs. Or you could spice it up with some sparkly tights. 

The Tiered midi dobby dress £24 and Utility co-ord shirt and trousers £16 each, however would make fantastic thoughtful presents, which can be worn throughout the year. 

A great Christmas combo: Tiered midi dobby dress £24 and Utility co-ord shirt and trousers £16 each

A great Christmas combo: Tiered midi dobby dress £24 and Utility co-ord shirt and trousers £16 each

Best for Beauty Gift Sets

Sainsbury’s – open until 7pm. 

Larger Sainsbury’s stores can have up to two dedicated beauty and wellness aisles, which is perfect for finding last minute gifts for anyone and everyone. 

For men this Baylis & Harding, For Him Black Pepper & Ginseng 2 Piece Gift Set, is priced at £10.

Whilst for women Sanctuary Spa, Moments That Last Gift Set, is only £7.  

Baylis & Harding, For Him Black Pepper & Ginseng 2 Piece Gift Set, is priced at £10.

Sanctuary Spa, Moments That Last Gift Set, is only £7

For men: Baylis & Harding, For Him Black Pepper & Ginseng 2 Piece Gift Set, £10. For women: Sanctuary Spa, Moments That Last Gift Set, £7