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Gift guide 2025: the ultimate edit for design lovers
From non-naff stocking fillers to luxurious gifts that are sure to be treasured, this edit has ideas for every aesthete in your life
Nothing gets us in the festive mood faster than curating the ultimate wish list of presents. Unlike Mariah Carey, we do want a lot for Christmas. Ordered by price, these gifting ideas range from small luxuries to future heirlooms and thoughtful treats that will ensure you are everyone’s favourite person on the big day.
‘Odd Socks’, SCP
Odd Socks Day (10 November) is an annual event to raise money for anti-bullying charities. Prepare for next year with this joyfully mismatched pair by designer Donna Wilson – £1 from every pair sold goes to the Anti-Bullying Alliance. £11.33, scp.co.uk
‘Puck’ soap, The Conran Shop
Made in Lancashire, these stocking-friendly soaps – which come in three fragrances including ‘Mandarin’ (pictured) – are suitable for vegans. Minimalist in style, they are embossed with The Conran Shop logo. £11, theconranshop.com
Snowman Gift’ card, Wish Cards
Not everyone sends cards anymore, but there is reason to bring the tradition back with these cards that also contain enough wax (and a built in match and striking strip) to light a candle and make a wish. A charming concept. £12, wishcards.studio
‘Spot’ tableware, Damson Madder
Camden-born brand Damson Madder is better known for its fashion, featuring oversized collars and bows, but its tableware is now just as desirable. We love the vase and candelabra, but pop a mug and coaster under the tree and that first Christmas morning tea will be all the tastier. £24 for the cup, damsonmadder.com
‘Smoke’ incense, Evermore London
The smells of Christmas, from pine to cinnamon via pumpkin spice, are undoubtedly cosy, but you may want a fragrance refresh once the festivities are over. Gift these incense sticks with an aroma of birch tar, cardamom and cedar – it’s the ideal transitional scent. £30, evermorelondon.com
‘Bow Tie’ corkscrew, Addison Ross
Christmas is the time for looking your best, and the dress code even applies to your barware accessories – all you need is this lacquered wood bottle opener that’s dressed for a black tie event. £35, addissonross.com
‘Monkey’ keychain, Twentytwentyone
The iconic wooden monkey dates back to 1922 when Kay Bojesen created it for Rosendahl, but now there is a functional version for your keys. It’s the ultimate handbag accessory (forget the Labubu!). £36, twentytwentyone.com
‘Martini Shot’ glass, Aram
Your Christmas is guaranteed to be merry with this multifunctional glassware design by Traga. Turn it up one way and it can hold a martini (a steel skewer for an olive is provided), flip it over though and it is ready for shots (make ours a tequila!). £44, aram.co.uk
Christmas crackers, Toast
You could take a bottle of wine or a Poinsettia as a guest for your host this festive season, or let them know ahead of time that you will sort the table decor for them. If you’re bringing something as classy as these handmade crackers, they’ll appreciate the thought. Want more options? Check out our full edit. £46 for six, toa.st
‘Triple Care’ hand cream, Prada
Designed in the shape of the fashion brand’s iconic logo, this handbag-ready essential contains cream that’s designed to rehydrate tired hands. This is a little slice of luxury that will make Christmas day feel special without breaking the bank. £48, harrods.com
‘Rain Wood’ shower wash, Perfumer H
The scent of this shower wash is supposed to evoke the feeling of bathing in a riverbank, surrounded by the earthy aromas of juniper, cedar and patchouli. It’s a bit chilly for that in real life right now, but this gift will please the nature lover in your life. £55, perfumerh.com
‘La Blouse De Lyon x Niwaki’ apron, Niwaki
Part of a limited-edition collection, this is a practical gift that the gardener or serious cook in your life will appreciate. Combining Japanese and French workwear styles, it is made from canvas, with pockets deep enough to store tools of any trade. £60, niwaki.com
‘Dice’ linen cocktail napkins, Rebecca Udall
What could be more festive than cocktails and games? These Italian linen napkins are playful enough that people won’t mind when asked to place them under their drinks. This is a gift for the host who has everything. £60, rebeccaudall.com
‘Mixed Tartan’ umbrella, Paul Smith
We would all love a white Christmas, but chances are we are more likely to see a wet one. This design, part of the recent ‘Paul Smith Loves Barbour’ collection will turn even the most grim of downpours into a fashion moment. £64.95, paulsmith.com
‘59’ cushion, Heal’s
Those who have an addiction to the designer homeware and furniture at this iconic British retailer will appreciate this cushion that takes its pattern from a poster plucked from the store’s archive. It comes in three wintery hues, but the olive is a winner. £75, heals.com
Bespoke stocking, Colours of Arley
Why concentrate on the fillers when you can gift someone (or yourself) the whole stocking? These designs by Colours of Arley, beloved for their colourful striped fabrics and wallpapers, will inspire a better quality of gift. Click here to see the Colours of Arley-decorated Christmas tree in a London hotel. £75, coloursofarley.com
‘Citrus Tilt’ watch, Swatch
A watch is a statement symbol, but that doesn’t mean it has to be dripping in diamonds. This wrist candy comes in one of four pastel colours (all of which are having a moment in homes as well as fashion) and has a minimalist face design. £77, swatch.com
‘CMF Pro’ headphones, Nothing
Nothing is the ultra-cool tech brand that has usurped Apple as the most talked about among tech fans. These headphones from its diffusion brand CMF have an impressive 100-hour battery life and the ear pads can be swapped out to create cool colour combinations. £79, nothing.tech
Washcloth set, Tekla
This Danish brand launched its first store in the UK recently – an event that felt like Christmas day for many of its dedicated fans. This set of pastel-hued cloths will elevate anyone’s daily beauty routine. £80, teklafabrics.com
‘Platinum Wave’ incense holder, Pigmentarium
A thoughtful gift for the incense devotee in your life, this porcelain design with a metallic sheen has been designed by Daniel Piršč. Every holder comes with a free sample of one of this Czech fragrance house’s scents. £89, pigmentarium.com
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