Gift ideas for her - stylish gifts for women and for yourself
Chic gift ideas for her that you'll also want to keep for yourself
These gift ideas for her range from artful ceramics and handcrafted accessories to clever tech. And you're sure to find a Christmas present that will make everyday moments that little bit more special this year. Read on to discover inspiration in our curated selection of Christmas gift ideas for the women in your life.
See also: Our edit of the best Christmas wreaths to buy now
Timber spice mill
Spice up the kitchen or dining table with this sculptural timber spice mill by Danish brand OYOY Living Design. The minimalist design features a large hoop on top that makes it easy to use.
Buy this OYOY Living Design Hoop Spice Mill, £47, from Nordic Nest, here
Fornasetti x Comme des Garcons candle
Fill her home with the relaxing scent of lavender and thyme with this boldly patterned candle. A collaboration between Fornasetti and fashion house Comme des Garçons, it features iconic motifs from both brands.
Buy this Fornasetti x Comme des Garçons Comme des Forna scented candle 300g, £155, from Selfridges, here
Woven place mat
With a touch of the Matilda Goad about it, this charming placemat will ensure the dinner table is the best dressed in town.
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Buy this Conchita woven placemat, £28 from The Colombia Collective, here
Table mirror
This perfectly balanced table mirror can be placed anywhere in the home – from a hall table to a dressing room. The minimal white oak base taps into Nordic design trends.
Buy this Round Table Mirror, £55, from Cox & Cox, here
Brass desk organiser
Brass is seriously on trend for 2020 – and it’s showing no signs of going anywhere. Keep it classy with this sculptural desk organiser with an elegant matt finish.
Buy this Ferm Living Brass Pencil Holder, £79, from Amara, here
Ceramic tea set
This year we’ve all learned the value of finding pleasure in small, everyday moments, and now there’s even more reason why making time to take tea should be one of them. Copenhagen-based Lyngby Porcelӕn has been making fine ceramics since 1936. Its latest launch, the Rhombe tea service, includes a generous 1.9-litre teapot and cup and saucer in a diamond pattern from the brand’s archive, first used in 1961. Team with pieces in bright yet considered tones from the Rhombe Color collection for a joyful tea break.
Buy this Rhombe teapot, £115; teacup and saucer, £37 from Lyng by Porcelaen, here
Dual purpose vase and candle holder
So pretty in its pinkly coral colour, this dual-purpose vase becomes a candle holder when turned upside down.
Buy this coral scalloped vase, £32, from Rose and Grey, here
Falastin: A Cookbook, by Sami Tamimi and Tara Wigley
Penned by two of Ottolenghi's long time collaborators, this wonderful cookbook features a host of sensational Palestinian recipes. Of particular note are the wonderfully spiced with a chicken musakhan and the no-churn strawberry ice cream.
Buy Falastin: A Cookbook from Amazon for £19.52, here
Wooden cake stand
Handmade from mango wood, the gentle curves and soft whorls make this the ideal place from which to show off your latest show stopping bake.
Buy this Henley wooden cake stand, £49, from Hunter & Co, here
Audio Pro A10 bluetooth speaker
This compact wireless bluetooth speaker takes up little space yet packs a punch when streaming your favourite tunes, thanks to Audio Pro’s renowned sound quality.
By the Audio Pro A10, £169 here.
Organza collar by Ganni
This oversized, detachable collar by fashion favourite Ganni, can be fixed over a jumper or sweater to instantly elevate the look.
Buy this organza collar, £65 from Ganni, here
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