Unusual Gift Ideas
"Honestly, I don't want anything!" There's nothing worse than hearing those five famous words from the world's fussiest person, eh? It's confusing work, so that's where we, your gifting guru, swoop in and save the day. From gifts for men who think they have everything to women who actually have everything, here's our edit of unusual gifts that'll blow even the fussiest of socks off.
Practi-cool Gifts
Ok, ok, maybe the sock buyers were onto something. While 18ths and 21sts were all about receiving fancy makeup and that designer handbag, as your years increase, so does your need for a good night's kip and a miraculous anti-aging eye cream.
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The planet-hugging gift
Buying a gift for someone whose idea of heaven is a kitchen cupboard stocked full of perfectly organised tupperware? Give the gift of sustainability with snazzy reusable water bottles and cool lunch boxes. Unique and useful.
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The gift of interior design
Whether they're Laurence Llewelyn-Bowen in disguise, or not got a scooby, surprise them with a decorative knick-knack for their gaff. How about David, the naked statue? (We are the home of unique home decor after all).
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The gift of a full belly
Cooking not their fortee? Treat your birthday king or queen to a surprise spread of all their favourite food. Whether it's a fancy cheese board, party food platter or themed night, it's sure to go down a treat.
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The gift of sweet dreams
We spend 1/3 of our lives in bed yet very few invest in high quality bedding. From silk pillows and down duvets to cashmere throws for up to 60% less than the RRP, treat them to a good night's sleep - it's priceless.
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The gift of good skin
Nothing says "welcome to the 40s club" quite like a gift bag full of skincare treats, eh? Take your pick from serums, creams, oils, masks and skincare tools from high-end brands. They'll thank you for it, trust us!
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The gift of wellness
And no, we're not talking about a spa voucher. Sure, they're great and all but the treatment's over in a flash. Gift an all year round spa with an essential oil diffuser or wellness light. Can we get an ommm...
Unique Gifts
Gifts we're 99% sure nobody else has bought them...
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Gourmet goods
And no, we're not talking about a box of chocolates. We're talking fancy-pants cinnamon-infused ground coffee, fiery hot sauces and Italian truffles to satisfy any foodie's palate. We've got them all for paltry prices.
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Treats for fluffy
What do you buy the person who has everything? Nothing! Treat their pet instead. Chances are they love their pet more than you anyway, so treat their precious to a fancy-pants bed, boujee collar and treats galore.
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Faux-ever flowers
Sure, birthday flowers are great and all, but after 5 days you're left with nothing but empty vases. Cheat the system and treat a flower-lover to a faux succulent or faux-ever peony bouquet that'll last a lifetime!
Weird and wonderful gifting traditions
While you're over there worrying what your fussy mother-in-law thought of her designer scarf, there's people waking up to a piece of fruit on Christmas Day. Read on for gifting traditions around the world...
Ballin' on a budget?
Unique doesn't equal overdraft, no siree. Blowing their socks off without blowing that budget is possible with these magical edits...
