Just a handful of weeks left till Christmas is here – the most festive and wonderous time of the year. But next to the fun, is the thought of gift giving and the stress that comes with it that’s quite unforgiving.

So here’s a nice guide, all wrapped in a bow. A range of gift ideas, no matter your dough. Have a scroll and a browse, I hope you like what you find. But remember, it’s the love put into a present that makes it one of a kind.

With a focus on beauty, lifestyle, food and design, here is my Christmas gift guide for 2021! From gifts under $50, to over $250, there’s a present here for every budget. I truly swear by all these gift ideas – I either already own and love them, have previously bought them as a gift for others, or love the brand and want to buy from them in the future. 

This collection contains items from small businesses as well as larger retail brands. You can find even more present ideas from last year’s gift guide here (which had a focus on Australian-owned businesses).  

I hope this gift guide inspires you! Have a very merry and safe Christmas! Kara x 

under $50

Aperol Spritz Gift Pack

Dan Murphy’s
$35

Great drink set that includes a bottle of Aperol and Riccadonna ProcesscoJust add soda water.

Face Halo Classics set

Face Halo
$33

Set of the three award-winning sustainable makeup removers. Pair with skincare or other self-care gifts. 

3D Printed Vase

The Daily rabbit
From $36

The ultimate unique gift in a range of shapes, colours and sizes. I recommend the silk and translucent PLA finishes.

Stoneware incense burner

Noel & Gladys
$40

Handmade ceramic incense burner by Australian ceramicist Susi Fraser. Pair with your favourite incense. 

Copper Sure™ Rapid Dry Hair Wrap

AQUIS
$43

Luxury hair towel designed to wrap around the head and absorb moisture, leaving hair healthy, frizz-free, and shiny. 

Japan Easy
Tim Anderson

Cookbook
$45

Collection of easy-peasy Japanese recipes, from ramen to sushiBeautifully designed and beginner-cook friendly. 

Ceramic mug

Pottey for the Planet
From $45

Thoughtfully designed and handmade in Australia. Choose from a range of rustic designs, my favourite is Shino-Yaki. 

Ceramic Travel bowl

Pottery for the Planet
From $45

Perfect for that person always on the go. A beautifully handcrafted bowl with a travel-friendly silicon lid. 

$50 - $100

Honey Hydration Don't Despair, Repair! Kit

Briogeo
$51

A trio of hydrating hair-care products, including shampoo, conditioner and a deep conditioning hair mask.

Get, Glow & Bow Cheek Blushes & Highlighter Set

Tarte
$59

Makeup set featuring four travel-size Amazonian clay blushes and one highlighter. Amazing quality that lasts!

Orange Blossom Dangles

Huniy Huniy
$60

Handcrafted earrings made from a small business in Melbourne. Perfect for the person who loves food and fun designs.

Tea for One set

Totaler
$70

Everything you need to create the perfect cup of loose-leaf tea, from Australian blends to a Japanese ceramic cup. 

Pottery kit

Crockd
$80

Pottery kit that simulates the effects of art therapy. Comes with everything you need! Pot plant kits also available. 

The modern mystic earring

Concrete Jellyfish
$85

Stunning handcrafted statement earrings from a small business in Brisbane. Unique and so eye-catching

Master Mattes™ Eyeshadow Palette

Makeup by Mario
$74

The ultimate neutral eyeshadow palette. Perfect for experienced makeup wearers, as well as those just starting out.

All is calm set 

Ren clean skincare
$98

Day to night duo designed specifically for sensitive and stressed skin. Both these products are amazing!

$100 - $250

Ambient Lighting Edit – Universe Unlocked

Hourglass
$114

Everything you need for a radiant, lit-from-within glow. These powders are easy to use and work beautifully on mature skin. 

Every Face skincare set

Go To Skincare
$117

All you need for anyone new to skincare. Contains the popular cleanser, face oil and moisturiser, plus a free bag! 

Sodastream Source Element

Sodastream
$119

Give the gift of fresh homemade sparkling water! They’ll never have to buy the bottled stuff ever again. 

Large silk scarf in Stuart’s Dessert Pea

Variety Hour
$129

Wearable or frame-able art in 100% silk crepe de chine. A luxurious accessory for a range of age brackets, from sisters to grandmas.

Japanese Ramen box subscription

ZenPop
From $150

Premium selection of delicious cup noodles from Osaka, Japan. The 3 month subscription is the gift that keeps on giving. 

Mad Dog Morgan Whiskey

Corowa Distilling Co. 
$165

Warming taste of burnt caramel with hints of cinnamon, honey and ginger. Locally distilled in a heritage flour mill in Corowa. 

Matcha Meditation Fragrance

MAISON MARGIELA
$185

A fragrance that will transport you the tea houses of Kyoto. An unexpectedly delicious fragrance for matcha lovers.  

Kindle Paperwhite 6.8" 11th Gen

Kindle
$239

Thousands of books at a fingertip – the perfect present for avid readers. Ideal for travel and mimics the feeling of reading off paper. 

$250 +

Backpack – Olive

The Horse
$299

Premium backpack made with ethically sourced and sustainable leathers, designed to outlast the seasons and stand the test of time.

Ezi Rider Softboard

Ocean and Earth
$480

Great surfboard for beginners – lots of foam so very buoyant, meaning more waves, and less wipe-outs. 

4.8L Artisan Stand Mixer

KitchenAid
$749

A top-notch mixer for the person who loves to bake. I adore mine! Comes in heaps of fun colours.

Dyson Airwrap™ styler Complete

Dyson
$799

The ultimate luxury gift for hair aficionados. This limited-edition set comes with some free extras (you‘d hope so for that price). 

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