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17 Stocking Gifts Your S.O. Will Love

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It's easy for Christmas shopping to spiral out of control. The stumpy tree poking out from a mound of presents; unwrapping ceremonies that last longer than your average turkey roasting time; four copies of Nigel Slater's Eat (true story, 2013).

This year, sack off tradition and opt for a grown-up stocking – thoughtfully chosen mini gifts heaped at the foot of the bed, to be opened before breakfast (Bucks Fizz optional). Would you buy yourself a pair of luxe black scissors? Or that expensive hand cream you've been pilfering from your colleague whenever their back's turned? Probably not, and we'd hazard a guess that your S.O. wouldn't, either.

Our list of souped-up, extra-special everyday finds is guaranteed to please come Christmas morning. So if, like us, you think kids shouldn't have all the fun, click on through...

We love these geometric drink stones, which you can freeze to keep short drinks cold for longer without dilution.

Areaware Drink Rocks, £35, available at Goodhood

Nothing makes a desk look more chic than a pair of sleek all-black scissors. NOT to be borrowed.

HAY Scissors, £8, available at Wallpaper* Store

The title says it all. Indulge in some interiors escapism, courtesy of the Tumblr site, Cabin Porn – with breathtaking photography and landscapes, this printed edition tells the stories of people who've created their dream home.

Cabin Porn: Inspiration for Your Quiet Place Somewhere, £13.60 (hardcover), £7.69 (paperback), available at Amazon

This pot is perfect for a candle, plant, pens or makeup, and we love the Henri Matisse inspired design.

Femke Furnée Porcelain Small Pot, £9.95, available at Howkapow

We're not sure which will be harder: Instagramming this before you can eat it, or eating it before you've 'grammed it.

Unelefante Pollock Chocolate Bar, £8.75, available at Trouva

Is your loved one a poor sleeper? This is just the thing for jotting down those 3am flashes of inspiration.

School Of Life Night Thoughts Notebook, £14.95, available at Harrods

If you like to keep it minimal in the bathroom, this teeny toothbrush holder is surprisingly effective.

Muji Frosted Glass Toothbrush Stand, £4.95, available at Muji

This deck of regulation playing cards is perfect for design enthusiasts. With stripped-down suits and a simple diagonal line on the reverse, it might be time to dig out that poker set from Christmases gone by.

Minim Playing Cards, £10, available at The Conran Shop

Whoever said romance was dead? Cohabiting couples can keep their dignity intact with Aesop's cheekily named odour neutraliser.

Aesop Post-Poo Drops, £20, available at Liberty London

The best gifts are often luxe versions of the things you use every day. These cord hangers definitely add a bit of style to your wardrobe.

HAY 5 Cord Hangers, £12, available at Cos

You can never have enough phone chargers – this one won't look out of place on even the most stylish of desks.

Le Cord Spiral iPhone Lightning Cable, £17.50, available at Urban Outfitters

That unmistakable espresso tang creeping through the wrapping paper might give the game away. Warning: once you go Monmouth, you never go back.

Monmouth Ground Coffee, from £6 per 500g bag, available at Monmouth Coffee Stores

This keychain Sriracha will come in handy way more than you think – you can probably hustle a bottle for yourself, too.

Sriracha To-Go Bottle Keychain Set, £8, available at Urban Outfitters

This '70s-style beanie from chic performancewear brand Patagonia is ideal for the Boxing Day walk.

Patagonia Powder Town Beanie, £32, available at Patagonia

Dinner parties made prettier with this set of marble coasters.

& Klevering Marble Cork Coasters Set, £8.95, available at Trouva

Muji's tin candles smell divine and cost less than your almond milk flat white. This festive version has aromas of gold and myrhh; you'll have to source your own frankincense.

Muji Tin Candle - Gold & Myrhh, £3.50, available at Muji

This little guy puts paid to those wasted seconds detangling your headphones each morning. Available in eight colours, from black patent through to rose gold and this silver, there's plenty of choice.

Kate Sheridan Silver Headphone Holder, £6.50, available at Kate Sheridan

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