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Forget the panic-bought bath set. This year, give her something she'll actually reach for long after the wrapping paper has gone in the recycling.
Whether she's the friend who has everything, the sister who lives in loungewear or the mum who never treats herself, we've rounded up the gifts worth giving this Christmas. There's something for every budget, from stocking fillers under £10 to the big-ticket splurge.
Grab a mince pie and start ticking names off the list.
For the beauty lover
Hair, skin and the little rituals that make getting ready feel like a treat.
Gift set
REHAB. Stacey's Gift Set – Ready To Glow All Out
Four glow-boosting essentials in a limited-edition box signed by Stacey: a Rose Glow Shimmer Lip Oil, Dose Glow Body Oil, the brand's best-selling Body Milk and a Sunshine Spritz Hair & Body Shimmer Mist. Golden-hour skin, even in December.
Shop now, £45 (was £90)
Fragrance
KITSCH. Amber Shores Hair & Body Perfume Mist
A fresh, sun-kissed blend of sea salt, warm amber and driftwood that lingers on hair, skin and even pillows. A little bottle of summer for a grey winter morning.
Shop now, £21 (was £56.77)
Skincare
EVOLVE ORGANIC BEAUTY. Daily Detox Facial Wash
An organic daily face wash from award-winning British skincare brand Evolve, made to lift away make-up and the day's grime. A clean, simple upgrade to her everyday routine.
Shop now, £36
Make-up
BAREMINERALS. Original Mineral Veil® Setting Powder
A weightless, talc-free loose powder that sets make-up, extends wear and blurs the look of pores and fine lines. The soft-focus finish has no flashback, so it's party-photo ready.
Shop now, £34
Gift set
FEATHER & DOWN. Sleeping Bag Gift Set
Everything for a better night's sleep in one bundle: Melting Shower Cream, All-Purpose Sleep Balm, Sweet Dreams Pillow Spray and a soft sleep mask. Brilliant value at under £20.
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For the homebody
For the woman whose idea of a perfect evening involves a throw, a candle and absolutely no plans.
Home fragrance
THE LANCASHIRE CANDLE COMPANY. Wild Fig Signature Refillable Candle
Fresh and quietly sophisticated: wild fig, cassis and cherry over a heart of pine, jasmine and cinnamon, settling into cedarwood and amber. It's refillable, too, so the vessel stays long after the first burn.
Shop now, £25
Wellbeing
NIKURA. AIRI Waterless Diffuser
Waterless, wireless and silent, AIRI lets her scent any room with her favourite essential oils without a cable in sight. A stylish step up from the usual reed diffuser.
Shop now, £46.99 (was £64)
Home décor
M&S. Wicker Scallop Vase
A woven wicker vase with an elegant curved shape and a pretty scalloped rim. Fill it with dried or faux stems for a display that lasts well beyond the holidays.
Shop now, £15
Soft furnishings
FURN. Kallu Double-Sided Faux Fur Throw, Natural
Double-sided faux fur in earthy natural tones, finished with a wide border. Twice the softness, made for sofa nights and Christmas films.
Shop now, £33
Houseplants
THE FLOWER STATION. Olive Tree
Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant, an olive tree is perfect for anyone who loves greenery without the fuss. Over time it develops a striking, gnarled trunk with real sculptural presence.
Shop now, £25Want more festive home inspiration? See our full Dunelm Christmas edit.
For the self-care queen
Because the best gift you can give a busy woman is permission to slow down.
Letterbox gift
LETTERBOX GIFTS. Pamper Gift Set
A self-care treat that slips straight through the door, with bath salts, a natural face mask, handmade soap, scented tealights and chocolate. Ideal for a friend you won't see over Christmas.
Shop now, £38
Loungewear
M&S. Long Pile Dressing Gown
Soft, cosy long-pile fabric with a belted waist: the dressing gown she'll live in from Christmas Eve to New Year. Under £30, too.
Shop now, £28
Gift set
M&S. Apothecary Calm Bath & Body Gift Collection
Five pieces from the Apothecary Calm range: eau de parfum, body wash, lotion, reed diffuser and candle. Each carries a soothing blend of lavender, sweet orange, ho wood and cedarwood.
Shop now, £36 (was £45)
Luxury hamper
LETTERBOX GIFTS. Christmas Spa Luxe Gift Hamper
A generous hamper of premium self-care essentials, artisan treats and keepsakes, curated for a proper spa day at home. The one to send when she really deserves a break.
Shop now, £90
Chocolates
BISCUITEERS. Little Box of Christmas Chocolates
Hand-crafted in Britain and hand-iced with holly, trees and tiny presents, these chocolates are almost too pretty to eat. The perfect little something to tuck in with a bigger gift.
Shop now, £12.95Stocking fillers under £10
Small, thoughtful and kind to the Christmas budget.
THE VELY SOAPERY. Natural Vegan Tinted Lip Balm, Brick
A rosehip and rose geranium balm with a hint of brick-red tint to soften and condition lips.
Shop, £7.49
M&S. 2 Pack Cosy Striped Fluffy Socks
Fun stripes and a cushioned, fluffy feel. Two pairs, so one for her and one for you.
Shop, £8
M&S. Mandarin, Clove & Cinnamon 2 Wick Candle
Christmas in a candle: zesty mandarin and warming spice over vanilla and cedarwood.
Shop, £8 (was £10)
MORRISONS. Christmas Tree Embossed Mug
A festive embossed mug for hot chocolates on cold winter evenings.
Shop, £3
M&S. Mandarin, Clove & Cinnamon Refillable Light Up Candle
Zesty mandarin, peppery clove and sweet cinnamon in a refillable light-up design.
Shop, £9.60 (was £12)
ASHMOLEAN. Winter Berries Dark Chocolate Bar
Smooth single-origin dark chocolate inspired by the classic British festive table.
Shop, £4.50The big splurge
For the woman who deserves something really special this year.
Advent calendar
M&S. The Beauty Advent Calendar 2026
Worth over £450, with 26 beauty treats including ten full-size products from brands such as Clinique, ESPA, Benefit, Colour WOW and This Works. Twelve brands appear for the first time. Give it early, as the first door opens on 1 December.
Shop now, £75
Knitwear
M&S. Autograph Pure Cashmere Crew Neck Jumper
Pure cashmere from M&S's premium Autograph line, in a classic crew neck and regular fit. Soft against the skin and easy to layer, it's an investment piece she'll wear for years.
Shop now, £90
Skincare
EVE LOM. Cleanser 450ml
Eve Lom calls its cult balm cleanser "a facial without the appointment". It removes make-up, cleanses, buffs and hydrates in two minutes, and this generous 450ml size will last her well into next year.
Shop now, £185All prices are correct at the time of publishing and may change.
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