Christmas Gift Guide 2023: What to buy for your loved ones this Christmas
23 October 2023, 13:11 | Updated: 19 December 2023, 14:45
Here's our top picks of the best Christmas gifts to buy your loved ones this festive season.
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Amazon Fire Max 11 Tablet
Key features:
- Fire Max 11 has a vivid 11" screen with 2.4 million pixels which lets you see every detail of your favourite movies, TV shows and games
- It’s built with a powerful octa-core processor, 4 GB memory and Wi-Fi 6 for fast streaming, responsive gaming and quick multitasking
- With 14 hours of battery life, maximise your downtime for reading, browsing the web, watching videos and listening to music at home and on the go. The 64 or 128 GB storage allows you to save all of your favourites with ease
Buy now: Amazon Fire Max 11 £249.99
Earrings by Matchbox Jewellery
Key features:
- Affordable and high quality earrings with unique designs for every taste
- Can be bought as pairs or singles for people with multiple ear piercings
- The perfect stocking filler for the jewellery lovers in your life
Buy now: Dana Huggie in Gold £15.00
Buy now: Cara Huggie in Gold £18.00
Buy now: Freya Hoop Earring in Gold £20.00
Buy now: Lottie Stud Earring in Gold £15.00
Twelve South HoverBar Duo 2nd Gen for iPhone and iPad
Key features:
- A great gift for any iPad owner, the Twelve South HoverBar Duo is an adjustable iPad stand that frees a user’s hands so they can do more and create more
- Height adjustable with the ability to hold an iPad in infinite positions and angles, it comes with a weighted desktop base as well as an adjustable shelf clamp to suit every iPad setup
- Perfect for use at a desk for using iPad as an additional screen, for bringing Facetime calls to eye-level or in the kitchen or workshop, it’s incredibly versatile
Buy now: Twelve South HoverBar Duo 2nd Gen for iPhone and iPad £79.99
Deep Tissue Massage Gun
Key Features:
- First Mini Gun under $100 with 12mm Amplitude: Air 2 uniquely provides an extra powerful 12mm amplitude motor for deep muscle relief at the incredibly affordable price point of $100.
- Long battery Life: Air 2 stands out with its high-capacity 4800 mAh battery that delivers 2-4 hours of continuous use per charge—way longer than other mini massagers on the market
- Five Interchangeable Heads with Silicone: Air 2 pampers users with 5 massage heads (versus just 3 with competitors) made of soft, skin-friendly silicone for maximum comfort.
- Ergonomic Right Triangle Design for All Hand Sizes: Air 2's angled triangular handle is uniquely friendly even for bigger hands, providing an all-around concave surface and ergonomically curved angles that create the perfect conditions for a firm yet comfortable grip.
- Air 2 includes a carry case fitting all accessories.
For a limited time, Bob AND Brad is offering a $10 OFF coupon for customers to experience the new product, bringing the current sales price down to $79.99 on Amazon. The device will also be available on Amazon UK from December.
Pyjamas from The Night Store
Key features:
- Smooth and luxurious velvet/ satin fabric
- Slouchy and oversized fit
- Elasticated and adjustable waist
Buy now: Luna Velvet Trouser Set £45.00
Buy now: Peacock Trouser Set £40.00
Gold Standard Performance Stack by Optimum Nutrition
Key features:
- Contains Gold Standard 100% Whey Protein, Gold Standard BCAA Train + Sustain (266g) and Optimum Nutrition protein shaker
Buy now: Gold Standard Performance Stack £56.99
Groov-e Smart Tracker
Key features:
- Built in buzzer
- Battery operated
- Perfect for luggage, keys, bags, and wallets
Buy now: Groov-e My Tag Smart Tracker £17.99
Jewellery from Abbott Lyon
Key features:
- Personalised gift packaging available
- Made extra durable and water-resistant which means no tarnishing and no green skin!
Chunky Huggie Hoop Earrings £55.00
Lenco PA-200BK
Key features:
- The speaker includes one horn, a 5-inch woofer, and a 6.5-inch subwoofer. You can easily connect your smartphone or tablet via Bluetooth to play music directly from your favourite app.
- When fully charged, you can enjoy up to eight hours of music without lights or party for four hours with lights and music!
- You can also operate the device effortlessly using the included remote control.
Buy now: Lenco PA-200BK (£199)
Groov-e Light Curve sunrise/sunset simulation clock
Key features:
- The light, which mimics natural daylight, will come on at the selected time, starting off gently and gradually getting brighter until it’s at the optimum level, offering a gentler wake-up that leaves them feeling fresher
- When it’s actually time to get out of bed, a chosen alarm sound or radio station will also be activated to help users wake fully
- For those who like to read or need the light on darker mornings to get ready, the Light Curve has 10 levels of brightness using its LED lamp. And for those who want to create more of an atmosphere, one of the seven coloured mood lighting options can be selected
Buy now: Groov-e Light Curve sunrise/sunset simulation clock £39.99
Twelve South HiRise 3 charging stand
Key features:
- A useful gift for die-hard Apple fans, the HiRise 3 is a sleek 3-in-1 stand that wirelessly charges their iPhone, Apple Watch and AirPods simultaneously
- Available in black or white, the elegant vertical design of the HiRise 3 allows users to charge all three devices while taking up less desk space than an iPhone, and using only one single plug
- It’s the perfect solution for freeing nightstands and desks from the clutter of numerous charging cables
Buy now: Twelve South HiRise 3 charging stand £99.99
Gift set from Iconic London
Key features:
- Gift set packed full of all the beauty best-sellers you could wish for
- Includes the glow goodies with bejewelling eye colour, lash heroes, and pout-perfecting gloss
- Get £190.00 worth of products for £90.00
Buy now: Category Is: Icons £90.00
The 'Your Hair Complete Curl Kit' by REHAB
Key features:
- The complete package for hair-conscious humans everywhere
- Contains everything you need to revive and restore your personal hair routine.
- Includes Silk Heatless Curler, Dose 1.0 Hair Oil and Vital Hairbrush
Buy now: The REHAB. Your Hair Complete Curl Kit £78.00 £70.20
Kitchenware from Sous Chef
Key features:
- The Lemon Ceramic Jug has a unique textured appearance, resembling a bunch of fragrant Sicilian lemons with vibrant green leaves. It can also be used as a flower vase!
- The hand-painted Lobster Ceramic Platter is the perfect Christmas gift for any foodies who love to entertain
- The Seafood Side Plates will add instant ocean-inspired glamour to your dinner table
Buy now: Lobster Ceramic Platter £49.99
Buy now: Set of 4 Assorted Seafood Side Plates £49.99
Buy now: Lemon Ceramic Jug £45.00
Nordic Roots: Nordic Nightcap Gift Set
Key features:
- Contains Nordic Roots Hyaluronic Booster Serum and Nordic Roots Truffle Night Cream
- Perfect combo to help skin sleep better with an infusion of Northern Truffle and Hyaluronic Acid
- Ceramides repair cracks in the skin barrier, helping to heighten skin hydration levels
Buy now: Nordic Roots - Nordic Nightcap Gift Set £62.00 £49.60
Miller Harris: Scherzo Collection
Key features:
- Set contains Scherzo 50ml Eau de Parfum and Scherzo 75g candle
- An intensely vibrant scent, full of colour, depth and a rush of sweetness, Scherzo captures a multitude of blooms: dark red rose, clouds of peony and sunny yellow narcissus
- All Miller Harris products are suitable for vegan, free from phthalates, artificial colorants, parabens and formaldehydes
Buy now: Scherzo Collection by Miller Harris £120.00
Gifting from Boots
Key features:
- Soap & Glory Pop Spa Classics™ 12 Piece Gift Set: Includes Clean on Me Body Wash 500ml, Scrub of Your Life Body Scrub 200ml, The Righteous Butter Body Butter Cream 300ml, Call of Fruity Body Wash 75ml, The Real Zing Body Serum 200ml, Speed Plump Intensely Hydrating Day Lotion Moisturiser 50ml, Hand Food Hand Cream 125ml, Bright + Beautiful Biodegradable Brightening Sheet Mask 25g, Speed Plump Super-Hydrating Miracle Moisture Hydrogel Sheet Mask 25g,Perfect ZZZen Bath Milk 500ml,Face Soap & Clarity Facial Wash 350ml and Soap & Glory Heel Genius Foot Cream 50ml
- Liz Earle Candle: Light up any living space and immerse yourself in a world of natural wonder with the Liz Earle special fragrance blend, featuring the elegant aroma of warm cedarwood essential oil, offset by the sparkling richness of wild-harvested frankincense
- Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish™ Warm Cedarwood & Frankincense Gift Set: Includes Cleanse & Polish™ Hot Cloth Cleanser Warm Cedarwood & Frankincense 200ml, 2 Pure Cotton Cloths,Cotton Cloth Hook and Gifting Tin
Buy now: Liz Earle Cleanse & Polish™ Warm Cedarwood & Frankincense Gift Set £34.00
Buy now: Liz Earle Warm Cedarwood & Frankincense Botanical Candle £35.00
Buy now: Soap & Glory Pop Spa Classics™ 12 Piece Gift Set £34.50
Stanley Tumblers
Key features:
- Constructed of 90% recycled stainless steel for sustainable sipping
- The vacuum insulation means the Flowstate Tumbler will keep your water cold for 11 hours, 2 days when iced. Meanwhile, the IceFlow will keep your water cold for 12 hours, iced for 48 hours.
- Every piece of these stainless steel water bottles is dishwasher safe
Buy now: Stanley Quencher H2.0 FlowState™ Tumbler £44.99
Buy now: Stanley IceFlow™ Flip Straw Tumbler £42.99
Journals from Lovendu
Key features:
- Bundle includes journal of your choice (worth £22, a wellbeing notepad (worth £8), a notebook of your choice (worth £14.50) and a Lovendu branded pen (worth £1.50)
- All packaged in a gorgeous pink foiled Bundle Box
Buy now: Ultimate Journaling Bundle £37.00
Gifts for her from Caroline Gardner
Key features:
- The shooting star hair clip with gold hardware and crystals is a real fashion statement. This on trend clip is the perfect finishing touch to any day or evening ensemble
- Keep your feet cosy and warm this winter with a pair of our super soft and luxurious pure cashmere bed socks, ideal for those cold nights and frosty mornings
- The black quilted crossbody bag is ideally sized as an everyday bag for the girl on the go, with one external zip fasten pocket on the outside
Buy now: Black Quilted Crossbody Bag £65.00
Buy now: Cashmere Bedsocks £58.00 each
Buy now: Gold Crystal Four Star Hair Clip £38.00
Christmas Hamper from Cartwright & Butler
Includes:
- C&B Fig Chutney
- C&B Cranberry & Rolled Oat Crumbles in Tin 200g
- C&B Spiced Winter Blend Loose Leaf Tea Caddy 100g
- C&B Decorated Jewel Fruit Cake in Round Tin
- C&B Chilli & Garlic seeded flatbread crackers
- C&B Cheese Wafers with Honey Mustard
- C&B Belgian Chocolate Fudge in Tin
- C&B Raisins in Milk Chocolate in carton
- Pure Prosecco 75cl Sparkling Wine Extra Dry (Italy)
- C&B Mulled Wine Spice Bags
- C&B Butter Oat Crumble Biscuits in Carton
- C&B Luxury Mince pies with brandy 330g
- C&B Turkish Delight Selection
- C&B Milk Hot Chocolate Stirrer
Buy now: The Luxury Festive Wicker Hamper £160.00
Cardholder from Strathberry
Key features:
- Available in seven colours and prints
- The leather cardholder has five card compartments to fit standard credit cards
- Handcrafted in Spain using the finest calf leather with a luxurious embossed croc finish
Buy now: Croc-embossed leather cardholder £80.00
Old school radio from Arighi Bianchi
Key features:
- A handmade Classic Wooden case finished in an Oak veneers in the style of a war time radio that includes standard MW and FM radio
- The radio has been brought into the 21st century with an Amazon Alexa Dot Gen2 that has been subtly installed in the top
Buy now: Old Style Radio with Amazon Alexa £179.00
Simba Cooling Body Pillow
Key features:
- Expertly crafted to provide the perfect blend of cushioning and support, ensuring comfortable hip and spinal alignment, all night long
- Ideal for pregnancy with its much-needed support for expectant mothers, helping them find a comfortable position for restful sleep
Buy now: Simba Cooling Body Pillow £109.00
Bags from Fjällräven Kånken
Key features:
- The classic Kånken backpack is made of hard-wearing Vinylon fabric with a zip that opens the entire main compartment, it has a removable seat cushion, a small front pocket, simple shoulder straps and handles at the top
- The Kånken Weekender is 30L and the perfect companion for those who need some extra room in their bag for a weekend away
- Both bags produced without PFCs, made for a lifetime of use
Buy now: Classic Kånken Backpack £95.00
Buy now: Kånken Weekender £185.00
Castore must-haves for him
Key features:
- The gilet is engineered with an adjustable hem and funnel neck to protect you from harsher weather and padded panels for warmth
- The sweatshirt has a raglan sleeve, a looser fit and is made from a highly breathable blend of soft fibres
- Made from soft brushed-back cotton with a lightly elasticated waistband, these Castore joggers are a wardrobe staple
Buy now: Men's Embroidered Logo Joggers £55.00
Buy now: Onyx Graphic Sweatshirt £65.00
Buy now: Men's Travel Lightweight Puffer Gilet £105.00
MAJORITY Sierra 2.1.2 Dolby Atmos Soundbar
Key features:
- The Sierra is designed right here in the UK by our group of audio experts. This is a powerful TV sound bar packed with the latest audio technology and compatible with a wide range of household items such as your phone, TV, PC, laptop, projector, monitor or even DVD player
- Watch your favourite shows, movies or live sports with clean and crisp 3D audio
- Feel and hear sounds bouncing off the ceiling and walls of your room for an immersive listening experience
Buy now: MAJORITY Sierra 2.1.2 Dolby Atmos Soundbar £229.00
Skincare from Slow Ageing
Key features:
- Face Wash: Skin-plumping, natural coconut fatty acids and 100% pure purifying, energising and antioxidant-rich essential oils combine to refresh and deep cleanse
- Face Moisturiser: Oceanic biopolymers, seaweed polyphenols and supercharged antioxidants restore the skin’s natural barrier leaving all skin types smoother, firmer and hydrated
- Face Balm: Intensively nurturing shea and cocoa seed butters plus beeswax, hazelnut and jojoba seed oils to restore plumpness to skin deep down while you sleep
Buy now: Slow Ageing Essential Face Wash £28.00
Buy now: Slow Ageing Essential Face Moisturiser £48.00
Buy now: Slow Ageing Essential Face Balm £58.00
Jabra Elite 8 Active
Key features:
- Waterproof, sweatproof, dustproof and drop resistant, these buds are built to withstand the extremes
- With Jabra ShakeGrip™ technology, these buds won’t shift, even when your endurance is pushed to the max
- Less interference from background noise thanks to Adaptive Hybrid Active Noise Cancellation which automatically filters it out in windy and more extreme environments
Buy now: Jabra Elite 8 Active £199.99
Christmas Pyjamas from Boux Avenue
Buy now: Christmas Fleece Pyjamas In A Bag £35.00
Buy now: Fluffy Star Pyjama Set £45.00
Buy now: Amelia Satin Cami Set £32.00
Buy now: Star and Moon Henley and Leggings Pyjama Set £38.00
Glow For It Lash Lift Kit, Serum and Mascara
Key features:
- The simple lash lifting kit takes less than an hour and can be easily carried out by yourself from the comfort of your home. Once complete, you're left with beautifully lifted natural lashes for up to 2 months
- The Glow For It Lash Growth Serum has been scientifically proven to enhance the appearance of lashes in as little as 14 days
- The Glow For It Lash Growth Mascara, unlike other mascaras, is packed with natural ingredients that activate and stimulate the lash hair follicles increasing growth
- The Glow For It Brow Growth Serum should be used once a day and will help your eyebrow hairs become happier and healthier as the special formula moisturises and conditions your brows to help them grow
Buy now: Lash Grow Serum £29.99
Buy now: Lash Growth Mascara £23.99
Buy now: Brow Growth Serum £29.99
Winter coats from Columbia
Key features:
- (Coat on right) The adjustable cuffs and hood mean you can keep the heat in and the cold out whilst the two-way zipper and side seam snaps offer flexible movement
- (Coat on left) The wide baffle puffer design and modern classic style make this jacket ideal for urban adventures
Buy now: Women's Pike Lake™ II Long Puffer Jacket £200.00
Buy now: Women's Bulo Point™ II Down Puffer Jacket £270.00
Gifts from Fable England
Key features:
- The Tarot Tales Talismans have been designed in collaboration with special guest artist Jessica Roux who designed six tarot cards to create joy and good fortune
- The Dear & Moon Embroidered Jewellery Box has multiple pockets and compartments to keep your most treasured items safe and secure
- The velvet pouch is meticulously crafted from sumptuous Blueberry Velvet with detailed embroidery depicting a fawn gracefully positioned beneath a celestial crescent moon
Buy now: The Queen of Wands Talisman £36.00
Buy now: Deer & Moon Embroidered Pouch Blueberry Velvet £30.00
Buy now: Deer & Moon Embroidered Large Jewellery Box Blueberry Velvet £45.00
Surprise Dino Eggs by Janod
Key features:
- Janod's Surprise Dino Eggs are for children aged 18 months and up
- Each set features three solid wood eggs with three dinosaurs and a soft-touch felt leaf
- Made for little fingers, children will have fun mixing and matching toys which promotes their fine motor skills
Boots by Sorel
Key features:
- Available in three colours; Black, Jet / Scorch, Tawny Buff / Geo Yellow, Jet
- An elevated must-have for all seasons, these boots will keep you comfy and stylish throughout the autumn and winter months
- Available in waterproof suedes and full grain leather upper
Buy now: Women's Hi-Line Lace Bootie £155.00 £108.00
Staple pieces from Lucy & Yak
Key features:
- The Olly Jacket is made from 100% GOTS-Certified Organic Cotton and is coloured with low-impact Oeko-Tex approved dyes
- The Fran Jumpsuit is super flattering on all body shapes, with a loose fit and elasticated back
Buy now: Olly Jacket with Organic Corduroy £62.00
Buy now: Fran Jumpsuit with Organic Cotton £72.00
Cosy gifts from Polarn O. Pyret
Key features:
- The green and white baby romper will have baby ready in no time while the unisex colour makes it perfect for handing down.
- Made in soft organic cotton, the adult pyjamas wash like a dream – looking like new even after lots of washing. Soft and cosy get into yours to wind down after a hectic day.
Buy now: Christmas Fairisle Baby All-in-one £40.00 £28.00
Buy now: Nordic Reindeer Adult Pyjamas £45.00
The Gift of Calm by Tisserand Aromatherapy
Key features:
- Made of 100% natural pure essential oils, featuring relaxing Lavender, Bergamot and Patchouli expertly blended to help you take a moment for yourself and find your inner calm
- Includes the Keep Real Calm Pulse Point Roller Ball, Real Calm MoodFix™ Mist and Real Calm Massage & Body Oil
Buy now: The Gift of Calm £16.00
Trend Tonic Jewellery
Key features:
- On-trend and oh-so stylish, the chic hoops take your look to the next level with an unforgettable lightning-inspired design
- The Stud Gift Set contains two pairs of stylish stainless steel earrings - a star and a lightning bolt - that are hypoallergenic, waterproof, and anti-tarnish
- The lightning bolt pendant hangs gracefully from an adjustable chain, allowing you to customize the length to suit your personal style and neckline
Buy now: Lightning Bolt Hoop Earrings £25.00
Buy now: Lightning Bolt Necklace £10.00
Bath time fun for little ones by Mini U
Key features:
- Mini U's bath goodies are gentle enough for newborns, allergen-free and completely vegan
- We love their Clouds & Crayons Gift Set - little ones can doodle in the tub while they watch their bath fizzies melt!
Buy now: Clouds & Crayons £14.75
Festive chocolates from Hotel Chocolat
Key features:
- Hotel Chocolat's luxury chocs are pure indulgence for everyone on your Christmas list!
- We love treats like their Big Dippers and the Nice Slice - a seasonal traybake perfect for all sweet tooths.
Buy now: The Nice Slice £16.95
Buy now: The Big Dipper £27.95
Adorable playsets from Sylvanian Families
Key features:
- Sylvanian Families are perfect for encouraging little ones in imaginative play.
- We love the Reindeer Family - ideal as a stocking filler, the little baby twins are so cute.
Buy Now: Reindeer Family £22.99
Sweet animal collectibles by Cutie Climbers
Key features:
- Cutie Climbers are another choice for kids who love playing with animals - the family pack comes with a baby and flower design.
- There are a few different designs, making these ideal for kids wanting to build up a collection.
Buy Now: Cutie Climbers Family Pack £9.99
Joyfull Millets
Meet Joyfull Millets – the newest, crunchiest tasty muesli to hit shelves, bringing a touch of Joy to you or your loved ones morning routines in the new year.
Packing a punch in crunch and taste, these bowls of crunchy goodness are the ultimate triple treat; they taste good, do good, and make you feel good.
Joyfull is nutritious, high in fibre and a great source of calcium and iron - but best of all for us Brits, Joyfull’s secret millet formula means every spoonful delivers a crunch, - so it’s goodbye soggy bland cereal!
Where to buy: Tesco £3.50
