I always think Christmas gifting should feel a bit magical — like you’ve found something that fits that person perfectly, without having to spend weeks stressing about it. So I’ve rounded up my absolute favourite finds this year: those little luxuries, practical pretties and purse-friendly treats that make people genuinely smile when they unwrap them.
Pop the fairy lights on, make a cuppa, and let’s get into the good stuff.
For the “cosy nights in” person
You know the type — happiest at home, permanently in fluffy socks, always two candles burning at once.
Bath & Body Works Candles
An elite candle-lover’s dream. Their winter scents basically are the smell of Christmas. If you want a gift that makes someone’s whole house feel like a festive hug, this is the one. I can't pick a specific scent but I have two burning somewhere in this house as we speak. Glorious. Find them on the Next Website.
Neom Sets
Another candle brand with a little extra. For around £25, Neom is offering some gorgeous gift sets this year. I'm new to Neom but have loved their Energy Boosting Trio, as getting to try out their cleansers and body milks has been great. I've bought a few more for friends too.
The Luxury Bathing Company – Bergamot, Lemongrass & Ginger Set
Fresh, spa-like, and beautifully giftable. A great option if you want something indulgent that still feels affordable. Click here for TLBC gift sets.
Crabtree & Evelyn Gift Sets
A classic. Soft, comforting scents and packaging that looks like you’ve put far more effort in than you actually did. Crabtree & Evelyn are known for their hand creams, and for good reason. Click here to shop their gifting ranges.
L’Occitane Gift Sets (including their baubles!)
Their bauble gifts are perfect for stockings or Secret Santa, and their gift sets are perfect if you want something that looks premium and hits the mark regardless of preferences. I recently raided their Black Friday sale and a few of my favourite buys were the Verbena Body Care set, and the almond oil collection.
Click here for one of my favourite sets.
For the beauty & skincare lover
The person who knows the difference between serums and essences, and has a favourite hand cream in every handbag.
The Inkey List Selfless By Hyram serum
A brilliant “clean but effective” skincare treat. Perfect for clear skin and aiding any break out marks.
Caudalie Vinotherapist Set
French pharmacy chic. Hydrating, nourishing, and a guaranteed crowd-pleaser during cold-weather months.
Ted Baker Sprays
Perfect stocking fillers. I always have a Ted Baker spray in any bag ready for a quick spritz when needed. Boots have a great range every year and some are now 4 for 2. Amazing.
Cath Kidston Set of Three Hand Creams
The prettiest stocking filler. Fits perfectly in handbags, desk drawers and winter coat pockets — and the prints are so charming. TKMaxx have some gorgeous Cath Kidson sets at the minute!
Cath Kidston Red Berry and Cedar Tin
No7 The Perfect Travel Set
If they’re always on the go (or forever planning their next city break), this is the perfect “useful but pretty” gift. No7 have really gone up on my skincare loves list recently, highly recommend. It comes pack with serums, eye creams and even a day cream with a 5 ★ UVA rating.
Click here before it sells out!
William Morris At Home – Mini Gift Set
Gifting artwork disguised as self-care. The packaging alone makes this feel luxury, and the products inside are gorgeous. I'm a little William Morris obsessed, so bought one for myself too of course.
For the “I want something special” friend
Jewellery is always a statement gift — not loud, but thoughtful. Something they’ll remember who it came from.
Abbot Lyon Jewellery
Delicate, modern, and so wearable. This is the brand you choose when you want a piece that feels personal without the designer price tag. Their gold pieces look so polished — perfect for mums, sisters, best friends… or you.
Shop one of my favourite jewellery brands here.
For the creative one who loves a project
We all know someone who lives for stationery, personalisation, scrapbooking or making everything in their home aesthetically pleasing.
Cricut Joy
My number one gift this year, The Wishlist Judges’ Pick at The Big Christmas Press Show too, so everyone loves it. The ultimate “oh my gosh, I can’t believe you got me this” gift. Small, portable, and perfect for labels, cards, crafts — honestly, once you start, everything in your house will end up personalised.
A brilliant “big gift” for a partner, crafty teen, or that friend who watches organisation TikToks on loop. As a 2026 bride, I've seen so many projects that I can't wait to show you in the new year. Our invite envelopes were penned by the machine, and I spent an evening calligraphy-ing (its a word now) everything. Obsessed.
Features include the Easy Printables™ Sensor - Detects and cuts around printed images for full-colour stickers, cupcake toppers, and iron-on transfers. The All-in-One Basics Bundle has everything you need in one box to start making right away, and its incredibly compact.
For the perfume lover (the person you want to spoil)
Perfume at Christmas never misses. It’s luxurious, personal, and feels like a confidence boost in a bottle. Here is a list of my favourites this year:
YSL Libre
If they love warm, sexy, grown-up scents — this is the one. Elegant but cool.
Ghost Orb Of Night
Light, soft, feminine — a dreamy everyday perfume that works for almost anyone. One of my favourite perfumes ever. This is bold statement but one I feel semi-qualified to make.
Rabanne Fame
Modern and a little quirky. Great for someone who loves trying the newest “Instagram favourite.”
Marc Jacobs Daisy Wild.
Pretty, playful and perfect for someone who likes fresh floral scents. My mum has worn the original since forever, so maybe that's why this will always be on my Christmas list. The Wild variation of the original however has top notes of Banana Blossom Accord, and Jasmine and Sandalwood further down too. Love love love.
Quick Gift Pairing Ideas
A little trick if you want your gift to feel more “curated”:
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Candle + Hand Cream = ultimate cosy-night-in duo
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Skincare Set + Perfume Mini = beauty-lover’s dream bundle
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Cricut Joy + Label Tape = organiser starter kit
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Jewellery + L’Occitane Bauble = luxury-with-a-bow combination
It’s the little additions that make the gift feel that bit more intentional.
Lets chat men
In previous years we've covered pretty much everything I can think of, so this year I wanted to show off a few star gifts specifically.
Final thoughts
Gifting doesn’t have to be stressful — it should feel like finding something lovely that matches a moment, not a budget. Every item here is something I’d happily give (or gratefully receive!) and I hope it sparks a little inspiration for your own shopping list this year.
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