Christmas gift ideas NZ: The Urban Studio gift guide 2026
Most gift guides sort by category. For her. For him. Under $50.
Mine is all about sorting by the person. Itโs how we naturally chat at the counter in Mt Eden Village. Who are you shopping for? Sheโs the one hosting Christmas this year? In that case, these would be perfect for her!
I've picked twelve gifts for each guide. Everything is ready to wrap.
The Host + The Long Lunch
For the friend whose table everyone naturally gathers around. A few lovely things Iโd choose for mine, and think theyโd love too.
Bungalow napkins, a Huski Wine Cooler that keeps the bubbles cold with no ice, and good things to put on the table.
Shop The Host + The Long Lunch
The Bach Crowd
Summer's nearly here. These are for the ones already packing the car for the bach.
Karen Walker x Kollab picnic mats and bags, a Stanley Easy-Carry Cooler and a Sunnylife underwater camera for the rock pools.
The Homebody
For the one whose favourite place is home. Make it a little lovelier.
A Misery Guts Tush Cush in New Zealand wool, cosy socks and a candle for the long summer evenings.
The One Who Has Everything
They won't have bought these for themselves. That's the whole point.
A rechargeable Luma Flume lighter, an Orbitkey Ring keyring and the clever little things nobody buys for themselves.
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Don't Get Me Anything
They said not to. And while they might mean it, sometimes a little something thoughtful is just too lovely to resist. Here are a few ideas to get it just right.
Small treats, all under $35. Good chocolate, cooling eye gels and socks they'll actually wear.
The Little Ones
For the small people on your list, and the big kids too.
Sunnylife float bands and a fishing game for the beach, plus books and keepsakes for the quiet moments.
For the One You Love: Her
For the person who gets the good wrapping paper.
A Karen Walker silk scarf, Saben leather and a candle that fills the room.
Shop For the One You Love: Her
For the One You Love: Him
Heโll pretend heโs not excited. He is. But he wonโt show it!
A Stanley flask for the weekend, a Rains Book Day Pack, a Secrid Slimwallet and merino socks from The Specials.
Shop For the One You Love: Him
One for You
You're on your list too. Go on.
Summer dresses, a Saben wristlet and something nice for your skin. You've earned it.
More from my journal
- Secret Santa gifts and stocking fillers, all under $35
- Christmas gifts for the one you love
- Christmas gifts for kids
Still deciding?
A gift voucher always fits.
Every Christmas order is wrapped for free. Shipping is free across New Zealand on orders over $200. For Christmas delivery, order by Friday 18 December. In Auckland, you have until 12pm on Monday 21 December. Rural addresses take a little longer, so order early.
Or pop in and see me at 445 Mt Eden Road, Mt Eden Village. We're open right up to Christmas Eve.
Christine x