Tired of receiving socks every year? Listen, we’re all complicit in the bad gift cycle; we’ve all panic-purchased a pair of ‘funky’ socks en route to the work Secret Santa — but this ends now. Let’s all hold ourselves accountable. Say it with us: “No more socks!”.
Whoever you’re buying a little something for, if you’re after some inspiration, you’ve come to the right place. Whether they’re a PC gamer or they’re big into their TV, our Christmas gift guide below has something for everyone — and definitely does not feature socks.
Recipe Books for the Wannabe Chefs
We all know someone who truly believes they could have been a professional chef in a different life. Their cupboards are lined with expensive olive oils in ceramic drizzle jars; their cutlery drawer looks like an armory. If you’re buying a gift for one of these people this year, treat them to a shiny-covered recipe book this Christmas.
Whatever their style — whether bougie baker or pasta connoisseur — there are so many options out there for every niche. Here are some of our favorites:
- Vicky Bennison’s Pasta Grannies.
- Dolly Parton’s Good Lookin’ Cookin’: A Year of Meals – A Lifetime of Family, Friends, and Food [A Cookbook].
- Mark Grossman’s New York Cult Recipes.
Give Them Some Space (Literally)
If they’re big on outer space, why not give them their very own night sky with a galaxy projector for their room? A galaxy projector is the perfect gift for anyone who longs to bring the magic of the cosmos to their bedroom or living room.
Ideal for making a calming, mesmerizing indoor environment, this gift would work for young children who struggle with sleep, teenagers who want to decorate their rooms, or adults who just love stargazing!
Games to Keep the Family Entertained
If you’re buying a gift for a family member or someone with kids, an interactive board game is always a safe option. There are plenty of fun and interactive games out there for all the family — from Pictionary-esque drawing games to active games that get everyone out of their seats.
Here are some of our favorite games to play around the table with family and friends this Christmas (just make sure to explain the rules loud enough for grandpa to hear):
- Mousetrap
- Monopoly
- Hues & Clues
- Uno
- Pandemic
- Azul
For The Sweet Tooth
Who doesn’t love candy? If the person you’re buying for has a favorite chocolate or candy, do some digging and find them a hamper or gift set for it. Alternatively, if they’re someone who likes to bake their own sweet treats, give them a set of cookie cutters or oven gloves — anything to speed up the productive line of goodies coming out of their kitchen.
If they’re into candy from their childhood, you can find a selection of retro candy hampers online that deliver delicious, nostalgic treats too.
Themed Wall Art
Whether they’re into nature and animals or movies and gaming, gifting them quality wall art that reflects their interest is the perfect way to please this Christmas.
The metal posters at Displate are not only durable but colorful and make the perfect addition to any bedroom, kitchen, bathroom, or gaming room wall. Simply browse through our collections, choose designs based on their interests and hobbies, and watch the delight as they unwrap them on Christmas day.
Not Your Regular Candle
Scented candles are always a popular gift choice around Christmas time, but why not depart from tradition a little, eh? Add a little ambience to their living room with a novelty electronic candle that they can recharge and use time after time.
Hearkening back to Victorian times with a candle and saucer, this vintage electronic candle puts a modern spin on an old classic for the perfect interior design gift.
A Dash of Mindfulness
Life can get pretty hectic at times. If you know someone who needs to slow down, why not give them a dash of mindfulness with a wellbeing journal? A gift of this nature might just function as the gentle reminder they need to carve out 5 minutes each day to check in on themselves, their goals, and how they’re feeling.
The best part is that there are so many different types of these journals that, no matter what they class as self care — be it spirituality, fitness, or diet — you can find a planner to give them some structure.
For the Self Care Guru
Speaking of self care, our next gift hits the nail on the head when it comes to pampering. If you’re buying a gift for someone who loves makeup and skincare, they’ll absolutely love you for this one. Mini fridges have begun to feature on Christmas lists everywhere since the skincare trend took off — more specifically, since things like reusable sheet masks, gua sha, and cooling eye patches have become all the rage.
Treat your friend or family member to a mini fridge for their skincare (in their favorite color, naturally) and watch the smile spread across their glowy, pampered face.
A Neck Massager
Sticking with the theme of self care, If you’re buying for an athlete or someone with notoriously bad posture, a reliable neck or shoulder massager is the ideal gift. Elevate their couch potato time with a plug in, electronic massager to iron out all those knots in their neck — trust us, they’ll thank you later.
Kitchen Accessories
For the homebody, you can’t go wrong with a couple of novelty kitchen accessories in their stocking. From humorous egg timers to a fancy set of ramen bowls (complete with chopsticks, of course), we’re very much of the opinion that no one can have too many kitchen gadgets. The next time you pop round to theirs for drinks or dinner, scope out what their current culinary gadget situation is like before buying. From spoon rests to tea towels (you know, the fancy ones for show), there’s always a handy little something that you can buy for the person who’s always in their kitchen.
If They Always Lose Everything
If losing things is their full-time hobby, lend them a helping hand with some Apple AirTags to keep track of their things.
Imagine if you never had to hear, “Have you seen my phone/keys/wallet/bag/water bottle?” again. Ok, now hold onto that feeling and channel it into buying Mr or Mrs forgetful the perfect practical solution to their inability to remember where they’ve put their belongings.
A Polaroid Camera to Keep Things Retro
If they’re a fan of all things retro (and if you’ve got the budget), then a Polaroid camera is the perfect gift. Designed with the sentimental in mind, Polaroids are a timeless way to instantly capture memories to put on the fridge or in your wallet.
Make sure to get them the insert film as well and bonus points if they’re into photography already!
For the List Maker
If you’ve got a friend who writes everything down — and we mean everything — then this is the perfect gift for them. Save the planet and their wallet by replacing their notepad with a wipe proof version. Instead of going through reams and reams of paper when they need to make a shopping list or a todo list (or a to-do- before-they-do-their-todo-list list), an electronic version is ideal.
A Touch of Nature
If you’re buying for the outdoorsy type, a window bird feeder is the perfect, non-invasive way to bring a touch of nature to their home. If they regularly don’t answer their phone because they’re on a hike with no service or they can name every type of bird under the sun, this is the perfect gift.
Even if they don’t have a garden of their own or they live in an apartment, a suction cup window feeder will soon have birds flocking to their kitchen or bedroom windows for a snack at all hours of the day, bringing them joy along with the sound of bird song.
Bookworm-Friendly Gifts
For the friend or family member who’s always got their head in a book,, we know just what to get them. Take some inspiration from the list of bookish gifts that are bound to be a bestseller, below.
- A personalized embosser. If they’ve got quite the collection of books on their shelves, lend them a helping hand with categorisation and buy them a personalized embosser for their library.
- A new Kindle case. If they’re more of the e-reader type, a new Kindle case or screen protector would be much appreciated, especially if it features a design of their favorite character or interest.
- A next-level bookmark. Bookmarks have evolved in recent years. Gone are the days of simple strips of cardboard or fabric. Nowadays, you can get customisations, bookmark calculators, and even bookmark pen holders. If they’re serious about their reading, get them the tools to help.
Gift a Very Displate Christmas
Whatever they’re into, you simply can’t go wrong with a Displate as a gift. Our impressive collection of metal posters features a wide range of designs that cover everything from Flora & Fauna to Fantasy. So, if you’re looking for the perfect gift, why not opt for a sleek piece of art to brighten up their walls?
For more gifting inspiration, from gifts for retro gamers to gifts for gamer dads, be sure to keep up to date with the Displate blog.
