It’s that time of year again, the time when you gather with your family and go through the process of unwrapping Christmas presents from aunts, uncles and second cousins who really don’t know you at all. Or perhaps you have a dad who stubbornly buys you the same motivational book and your mum the same gigantic “sensible” underpants year in, year out.
While most of us mastered the fake smile and shrill “thank you!” back in primary school, just because your family, school or uni Kris Kringle doesn’t know you from a bar of soap doesn’t mean you have to suffer through a lacklustre Christmas gift (and the embarrassing fakery that comes with it).
Chances are, they’re just as confused about what kind of Christmas gift you’d like and would love to save themselves some time thinking about it with your gentle guidance.
We’ve decided to lend you and them a helping hand and collate a gift registry—a list of actually cool gift ideas for your acquaintances, family members, or even clueless friends—to help them nail the perfect gift for you and any other person under 50 in their lives.
The Best Beauty And Fashion Christmas Gifts For 2024
Charlotte Tilbury Air Brush Flawless Setting Spray
This is the setting spray in the handbag of every beauty influencer. Why? Created by professional makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury, it waterproofs and sweat-proofs your makeup while leaving your skin glowing. Take it from us; this product is a lifesaver.
$54.00 at Charlotte Tilbury
Sol de Janeiro Cheirosa 62 Perfume Mist
Inspired by the iconic Sol de Janeiro Bum Bum Cream (that’s pronounced boom boom) this body spray frequently breaks the internet thanks to its frankly addictive scent of pistachio, salted caramel and vanilla. You’ll smell like a snack, and your gift giver will thank you for introducing them to it. Just make sure your bottle makes its way under the tree.
From $42.00 at Mecca
Miaou Mini Tee
Ex-Euphoria alumn Barbie Ferreira is obsessed with Miaou, and so are we. Loved for their corsets, the brand takes inspiration from vintage flea markets and 90s aesthetics. This baby tee is pure Los Angeles glam.
$167.01 at Revolve
This string choker with silver heart charms will give 90s appeal to any look.
$100 at Bianko
Too Faced Kissing Jelly Lip Oil Gloss
These lip oils from Too Face taste like candy, delivering shine, plumping hydration and a subtle wash of colour. While they come in six shades, including Sour Watermelon and Bubblegum, we recommend starting with Sweet Cotton Candy. Sure, the blue might look intimidating, but it transforms into a cool pink or violet when layered over your natural lip colour.
$37 at Mecca
Lioness, Top Model Cami
Hailey Beiber is a huge fan of camisoles, and we can’t argue with her. Sweet and simple, Camis are hard to get wrong when the weather gets and go with pretty much everything. We love this option from Lionness, which features a sweetheart neckline with a small bow and lace detailing.
$49 at The Iconic
Yeti Water Rambler Water Bottle
The Yeti Cup hashtag has appeared in 43.7 million posts on TikTok – not bad for a reusable coffee cup. While we love the Yeti Stackable Cup, we feel a certain member of the Yeti drinkware family has been slept on: the Yeti Rambler Waterbottle. Very simply, it’s the best water bottle money can buy. The bottle’s stainless steel interior features double-walled vacuum insulation that keeps drinks hot or cold, and it’s coated with a “no sweat” exterior that prevents condensation. Our favourite thing about it, though, is the flip straw, which allows you to smugly sip on the go while watching less fortunate people mess around with bottle caps, with no fear of leaks in your bag. Even better? You can customise your bottle with your name, a special design or a monogram (if you’re requesting this as a gift, remember to give very specific instructions so you don’t end up with your childhood nickname).