Margot’s Christmas Gift Guide

Coming up with imaginative and thoughtful Christmas gifts can be a tricky task, especially if you’ve got a list the size of a supermarket receipt to get through. To help take some of the pressure off, we’ve done a bit of the hard work for you with this selection of quality gifts that are sure to bring a smile. Whether you’re looking to spoil your bestie, pamper your mum or stock your son’s bathroom shelf, we’ve got you.

MOTHER

If you’ve slept on a silk pillow slip before, you’ll know there’s nothing more luxurious. Made from 22mm pure Mulberry silk, our Papinelle cases really are the ultimate gift for making sleep time that much sweeter. Available in navy, charcoal, ice pink and white so there’s one for every mum.

MOTHER-IN-LAW

A winning gift for the packaging appeal alone, your mother-in-law will be over the moon to receive these Murphy & Daughters bath salts. Choose from lime, rose, frangipani and geranium for the perfect pamper-worthy present, that smells delicious but also leaves skin feeling soft and hydrated.

FATHER

Whether he’s an office-bound businessman, creative type, tradie or anything in between, you can’t go wrong with a notebook for dad to do all his doodlings. Made from soft vegan leather, it’s a durable piece that’s sure to serve him well for the year ahead and the plain pages make this book extra versatile.

FATHER-IN-LAW

You can’t go wrong with a practical gift like sunscreen for the man who has everything. This classic formulation from Coola is SPF50, water resistant for 80 minutes and lightweight enough for everyday use – plus it’s the perfect size for throwing into the golf or beach bag.

SISTER

A beautiful added extra or a whole gift unto itself, this Little Luxuries set by Ecoya comes complete with a mini diffuser and mini Madison candle in Ecoya’s iconic scents of Sweet Pea & Jasmine or Lotus Flower. Beautifully fragranced and beautifully packaged for the perfect gift.

HUSBAND

A place to write down everything he’s grateful for, this gratitude journal is a thoughtful gift to mark the new year on the horizon. Better yet, get one for each of you and make this a new daily ritual for 2021. Leather-bound so you can take them anywhere.

DAUGHTER

Suitable for all hair types, including fine hair (hurrah!), this hair oil is not only as pretty as a picture but the perfect lightweight formula for the summer months. This silicone-free, all-natural oil is like liquid gold for your hair and makes for an incredibly special christmas gift.

SON

Whether he’s already left home or about to fly the nest, this essentials pack from Aotea will soon become a staple. The Kawakawa Balm is ideal for dry lips, bites and skin irritations; the Kumarahou Hand & Body Wash is a shower must-have and won’t dry out sensitive skin; while the Manuka Oil covers all breakout bases.

BEST FRIEND

Take one look at the votive and its packaging and you know you’re onto an absolute smash hit with this gorgeous candle by Tatine. It’s a heavenly scent which gracefully combines fragrant wild rose with citrus accords and lush forest notes, and once finished can be used as a statement vessel.

TEACHERS

Along with their brains and hearts, the hands of a teacher (from daycare right through to college) are always working. So spoil that special person in your little one’s life with a Lalicious Weightless Hand Cream in six gorgeous scents. They’re sure to become top-drawer must haves.