We all know it’s the thought that counts, but do you really want to foist a hurriedly bought gift voucher or – worse – pair of novelty socks on your nearest and dearest? Come Christmas morning, wouldn't you much rather they unwrapped a beautiful, carefully chosen present?
From the tricky-to-buy-for colleague to the friend who has everything, we’ve got you covered with these 20 fabulous gift ideas. And best of all, they’re all on the wallet-friendly side of £50, so you might have some spare change to treat yourself, too…
Best for: stationery addicts
Give their desk a luxe touch with Tom Dixon’s fancy stapler and even the most banal of office tasks will suddenly seem glamorous.
Best for: neat freaks
Give your tidiest friend the gift of organisation with Hay’s set of stylish boxes, arranged by colour and size. Satisfaction, guaranteed.
Best for: the green-fingered
Bring the outside in with a geometric terrarium or two, so keen gardeners have something to nurture from the comfort of their sofa – no matter what the weather does.
Best for: wine aficionados
Wine buffs wouldn’t dream of leaving a bottle on display, so give dining tables a sophisticated spin with Habitat’s curvy decanter. It’s Châteauneuf-du-Pape, darling, honest…
Best for: cool cooks
From pizzas and charcuterie to cheese and crudités, whatever they like to serve will look Instagram-ready on this two-tone beauty.
Marble and mango wood serving board, £28.95, Decorator’s Notebook
Best for: the person who has everything
Because you can never have too many scented candles, fact – especially when they’re this delightful. Skandinavisk’s Vinter set of three candles will waft scents of Swedish forests, snow and berries throughout the home. Mmm.
Best for: bookworms
Help them keep their favourite tomes in order with these stylish bookends. Fusing luxe marble with graphic stripes, they’ll give even the most classical library a contemporary edge.
Best for: brunchers
Feed their #brunchgoals with Insta star @symmetrybreakfast’s book, which combines recipes and satisfyingly symmetrical photography with thoughts on the cultural significance of cuisine around the globe.
Best for: adventurers
Inspire wanderlust with this mini cork globe, which doubles as a spherical pinboard for when they’re not roaming far-flung corners of the world.
Best for: dog lovers
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Best for: homebodies
There’s still two months (at least) of winter ahead; this printed hot water bottle cover will provide warmth for those who'd rather hibernate until spring.
Best for: the office secret Santa
Remind that colleague who loves to talk about "going forward" to watch their language with this sticker set that pokes fun at office-speak.
A Load of Jargon Sticker Pack, £4.96, The Conran Shop x It's Nice That
Best for: arty Instagrammers
That friend or family member who ‘grams everything in sight can make their feed stand out from the crowd with this nifty set of smartphone lenses.
Best for: minimalists
Sleek, timeless and crafted from beautiful materials, design obsessives and purists alike will light up when they unwrap Heal’s Bristol lamp.
Best for: beauty queens
Elevate daily beauty routines with this elegant frameless table mirror.
Best for: besties
Brighten up desks and dressers with this cute clip. Just the ticket for those wedding photo booth snaps we all have lying around.
Best for: design mavens
Interiors obsessives can brighten up their spaces with a splash of colour, thanks to this clever paper pop-up vase from London’s Design Museum.
Best for : film buffs
Fans of classic cinema can adorn their walls with the striking work of graphic artist Saul Bass. This poster book contains 20 tear-out designs including masterpieces from The Man With The Golden Arm, Vertigo and The Magnificent Seven.
20 Iconic Film Posters By Saul Bass, £19.95, Rockett St George
Best for: tea drinkers
Traditionalists who shudder at the thought of drinking their afternoon brew from a mug will appreciate this dainty teacup. And at £7.99 each, you can splash out on a complete set.
Best for: gym bunnies
Give gym-goers the spa treatment with a gorgeously soft hammam towel. The lightweight cotton will help streamline their kit, too.
Best for: magpies
Keep treasures safe and prettify dressing tables with a beautiful jewellery casket. West Elm’s Mod Box is fabric-covered, for a softer take on traditional designs.
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