Christmas gifts for the one you love

Some people are easy to buy for. The person you love most usually isn't.

My rule is simple. Buy something they'd want but would never buy for themselves. Then wrap it well.

Here are my picks for her and for him, sorted by budget.

For her

Under $60

• Peignée Paris Barrette Hair Clip Set, $29. Checkerboard clips for summer hair.
• Kitsch Satin Pillowcase, $42. Kinder on hair and skin.
• SOPHIE So Classic Ear Cuff, $42. No piercing needed.

$60 to $150

• The Specials Love Merino Socks, $69. Merino, with a heart in the name.
• ROEN Euphoria Candle, $89. Fills the room.
• Saben Winona Card Holder Wristlet, Ambrosia, $119. Cards and keys, on her wrist. From New Zealand label Saben.
• EMME Reed Diffuser, Lychee, $129. Sweet and fresh, for a room she loves.
• SOPHIE Bring it Bag, $149. Market, beach and everything in between.

$150 and up

• Karen Walker Ornate Floral Silk Scarf, $165. Wear it in her hair, on a bag or round her neck.
• Silk + Steel Tennis Bracelet, $169. Made for stacking, or wearing on its own.
• Silk + Steel Olympia Hoops, $289. The hoops she'll wear every day.
• Saben Haze Shoulder Bag, $589. The big one.

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For him

The good wrapping paper isn't just for her.

Under $60

• LOUDER Chilli Oil, $19. For the one who puts chilli on everything.
• Two Dudes Exfoliating Face Scrub, $22. A once-a-week reset for his skin.
• Orbitkey Ring V2 Keyring, $25. Keeps his keys tidy.
• Huski Big Can Cooler, $55. For the big cans at the beach.
• Fifty Places to Hike before you Die, $59. Weekend plans, sorted.

$60 to $150

• Stanley Classic Easy Fill Wide Mouth Flask, $60. In black.
• Jaxon Lane Rain or Shine SPF 50+, $65. A daily sunscreen, unscented.
• The Specials Matakana Merino Rib Socks, $69. Merino, in natural and beige.
• Looplabb Amsterdam The George Readers, $69. In Blue Marine.
• Secrid Slimwallet, $149. Slim enough for a front pocket, in satin steel.
• BLUNT Classic Umbrella, $149. In black.

$150 and up

• Rains Book Day Pack, $240. The big one. In green.

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And one for you

Buying for them is half the job. You're on your list too.

A SOPHIE Linen Maxi Dress for summer. A Saben Winona wristlet for the Christmas drinks. Or Beauty Engine hand cream for after all that wrapping.

Shop One for You

More from my journal

• Christmas gift ideas, sorted by the person
• Secret Santa gifts and stocking fillers, all under $35
• Christmas gifts for kids

Not sure of their size or style? A gift voucher always fits. Or pop in to 445 Mt Eden Road and tell me about them.

Christine x