feast your eyes on our chrissie gift picks

The silly season isn’t all bells and whistles (and mistletoe). While shopping for the perfect gift for a pal – or nabbing a lovely treat for yourself – is more often than not a wonderful delight, it can also bring with it a whole heap of anxiety-inducing indecision madness. Well, lucky for you, no matter what your pals, family or partner is into, we’ve found some rad bits that are bound to make everyone click their heels in jolly glee come December 25th. Crank the Mariah Carey, pull out the tinsel and save this list – you’ll sleep like a baby in a manager knowing you’ve aced your Christmas shopping with this collection of good stuff.

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1. If you’re anything like us, with summer comes endless opportunities to get out on the road and explore some brand-spanking-new pockets of paradise across the country. Packing light is a skill we’ve (almost) mastered, and this Delight Gift Set from Natio is to thank. Featuring four travel-sized hand creams, they’re perfect for keeping your digits schmick and smooth as you traverse the open road.

2. Getting dressed up all fancy for the festive season is one of our favourite things – except for when we can’t decipher our necklaces from our rings. Tangled jewellery is not fun. You know what is? This chic Heartbreaker Jewellery Case by Status Anxiety in Cocoa.

3. Whether you’re stuck on which story to tuck into at the beach or you know a bookworm in need of a fresh one, buckle up. This epic new romantasy read from Sable Sorensen will weave you through worlds of wolves and chaos via Dire Bound. We have to admit, there’s no escape quite so great from a difficult family Christmas lunch than a stellar novel to dive into.

4. If you thought Merry People were all just rad gumboots and farm shoes, think again. These brand-new Lochie Sandals by the clever folk behind the iconic boots have all the nifty features of their classic kicks – like waterproof rubber, a comfortable fit and practical design – but in sandal form. The beach isn’t going to know what’s hit it.

5. Scribble, scribble, scribble…. oh! Don’t mind us, we’re just whiling away the days with our newest pal, Creator’s Friend. This clever collector’s notebook makes jotting down notes, ideas, details and movements clean and organised, whether you’re using it to record your hobby, collection, or what you get up to over the summer break. Plus, it makes us look extra-smart.

6. Nothing hits quite as hard (or, should we say, soft?) than that fresh sheet feeling. Tucking into snooze land with nothing but pure and soft cotton to your skin is pretty lush, let alone when it's adorned with super-cute flower bits. These Bloom Pure Cotton Bed Sheets from Beddie will do just the trick.

7. The only thing better than a stylish bit we can wear is one that we’ve made. Cardigang’s Harper Scarf knit kit gives us all the satisfaction of putting our hands to good use over the summer while promising a sleek scarf to don come the winter months. Crafty fashion? Count us in.

8. There are few things that truly stand the test of time. While beehive hairstyles, creepy porcelain dolls and fossil fuels might be better left behind in yesteryear, Blundstone’s Women’s Heritage #153 boots are made for walking right into the modern era. These timeless kicks are a riff off the original farm boot, albeit with a leather sole and high-tailored upper to help your tootsies look schmick as heck.

9. If it’s good enough for our cappuccinos, you can bet it’s good enough for our skin. The Body Shop’s Almond Milk Collection Gift Set is filled with a whole bunch of good stuff – from a nifty shower cream and soap, to body butter and hand balm – all made from the indulgent moisture that the Community Fair Trade almond milk and oil from Spain provides. Buena!

10. We love a touch of flora in the summer. Whether it’s patterned across our skirts or sitting atop our mantlepieces, a lovely lot of flowers is our one-way ticket to a happy place. That's why we’ll be reaching for this Floral Embroidered Sun Hat from Princess Highway all summer-long – a flower crown with sun protection? We’ll take two.

11. Let’s be honest – Australian summers aren’t all sunshine and blue skies. Depending on where you live, traditional seasons are discarded faster than you can say “four seasons in one day”. You best be prepared for anything the sky can throw at you – rain, hail, sprinkle, spit or shine – and nabbing this Night Polka Raincoat from Mama Movement is a darn good start.

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