Genuinely Thoughtful Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas
With gifts as good as these, they'll never know (nor care) that you left it 'til a few days before Christmas
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Genuinely Thoughtful Last Minute Christmas Gift Ideas
With gifts as good as these, they'll never know (nor care) that you left it 'til a few days before Christmas
Even if you have every intention of having all your Christmas shopping bought, wrapped and placed under the tree by early November, something inevitably gets forgotten. Oh dear, you’ve left cousin Chloe off the list, your best friend’s had a baby and you need a gift for the host of that last minute Christmas party invite. No matter how organised you are, there’s always one present left to buy when you should be decorating the tree with a glass of mulled wine. But they needn't know you left it 'til the last minutes. From personalised presents to in-law-friendly interiors, let's put an end to the panic-buying stress.
FOR THE HOST
Emma Bridgewater Christmas Cabin Small Oval Platter, £42
Dish out the love this Christmas with this festive platter. Your host can use it straight away to pile up any extra canapes, or maybe it will encourage them to host again next year. Either way, they’ll love thinking up recipe ideas suited to this decadent serving dish.
Shop NowAromatherapy Associates X Liberty Clear Mind Bath and Shower Oil, £50
Once they close the door on the last guest, your host will no doubt head straight to the bathroom for a little R&R time. Help them wind down with this chamomile and lavender bath soak – a bathscaping necessity – from cult essential oil brand Aromatherapy Associates.
Shop NowLiberty Floral Eve Tana Lawn™ Cotton Long Robe, £245
Staying overnight? Take the Lady of the house a pretty robe to throw on while they’re cooking your eggs in the morning, because no one should have to see anyone else’s holey pyjamas. The best to opt for? Liberty's latest launch of cosy luxury nightwear is a dream come true for the laid-back homebody, featuring a range of silky sets and elegant robes.
Shop NowCabana x Liberty Barnaby Square Cushion, £175
Treat your host to a gift that will elevate their interior. Embodying timeless style and masterful craftsmanship, this reversible cushion is made from premium cotton and artfully dressed in Barnaby and Amelia Paisley – two archival designs dating back to the 1960s, reimagined here in partnership with Cabana. This cushion is the perfect sofascaping accessory for an art-loving homebody.
Shop NowLiberty Beauty Sleep Cracker, £14
Help to add a little Beauty Hall magic to their festive tablescape this Christmas with our selection of curated Liberty crackers. The Liberty Beauty Sleep Cracker is the key to delighting self-care buffs, while the Makeup, Hair Care and Skin Care crackers make stand-out, tailor-made additions to any present stack or table setting.
Shop NowFOR A LOVED ONE
Liberty 9ct Gold Handmade Ianthe Star Tsavorite Ring, £825
Our legendary jewellery hall has a gift for every kind of love, so give this gold, gem-encrusted ring as a symbolic gesture of adoration this Christmas. Crafted by hand in Italy from 9 carat gold, it's set with delicately spaced tsavorite stones – a twinklingly modern homage to Liberty’s Art Nouveau heritage.
Shop NowLiberty Danuna Scented Candle 300g, £52
You can’t go wrong with a candle but you can make it a more special gift by choosing something that even an interiors snob will be proud to display on their mantlepiece. Danuna’s notes of sandalwood, amber and violet leaf will fill their bedroom with a warm and woody botanical aroma, perfect for unwinding into a dreamy night-time routine.
Shop NowLiberty X Pentagram Jacquard Wool Scarf, £295
Logomania, that’s anything that’s emblazoned with a loud and proud brand name, is one of this season’s hottest trends. Keep them toasty, and on trend, with this 100% wool scarf stamped with Liberty’s reimagined branding.
Shop NowFOR THE IN-LAWS
L'Objet Cuban Link Gold Frame, £175
A piece of art to frame their very own piece of art: their offspring. Print out a picture of their most prized possession, pop it in this 24ct gold-plated picture frame and you’ll win a gold medal in the best son or daughter-in-law race.
Shop NowHouse of Hackney Flora Fantasia Vase, £395
You can’t give flowers at Christmas but you can give a beautiful vase sculpture to house all those blooms you’ll be bringing over in future.
Shop NowFOR A COLLEAGUE
Liberty Ciara Print Tana Lawn™ Cotton A5 Notebook, £25
Just the thing that their desk set-up is missing: a notebook for them to write down their to-do list. Better still, why not jot down plans for a future get-together inside one of Liberty’s luxury diaries.
Shop NowLiberty Iphis Travel Card Wallet, £75
Sure, a card holder might seem uninspiring at first but they’ll use it everyday and be eternally grateful that you’ve saved them from the daily bottom-of-the-bag-card-scramble. Pretty and practical, what could be a more perfect present than that?
Shop NowBridie Hall Brush Pot, £40
From pens to makeup brushes Liberty’s iconic storage pots can be found on plenty of desks and dressing tables. Available in every letter of the alphabet make your Secret Santa bespoke this year.
Shop NowLiberty Christmas Sleep Kit, was £60 now £48
For the colleague that's always yawning at their desk, give the gift of a Liberty Beauty Sleep Kit. Featuring a whole host of slumber-inducing goodies curated from our Beauty Hall to encourage a good nights sleep.
Shop NowFOR HER
Liberty The Get Ready with Me Starter Pack, £100
Liberty’s Global Head of Content and resident beauty expert Sophie Beresiner has been working hard on a gift rather less ordinary. Behold: the Liberty Get Ready With Me Starter Pack. Worth £365, it contains everything she'll need to look her best from dusk till dawn this festive season – in one exquisite Liberty washbag.
Shop NowLiberty Iphis Metallic Petite Valise Cross Body Bag, £450
Everyone dreams of unwrapping a beautiful new handbag on Christmas morning. Make her dreams come true with this metallic satchel style bag, a miniature version of our best selling Valise bag.
Shop nowThe 12 Days of Jewellery Calendar, now £676
Can't decide on one thing? We've got just the gift for you... Spoil her with a host of treats she can cherish forever with Liberty's first-ever Jewellery Advent Calendar. A perfect gift for the luxury-lover to count down to Christmas with, this treasure trove of jewellery hall gems will ensure you hit the jewellery jackpot.
Shop NowHayley Menzies Winona Cable Bow Jumper, £340
You’ll have Christmas all wrapped up with this chunky mohair knit jumper from British designer Hayley Menzies. She’ll want to wear it on Christmas Day and probably every day after that.
Shop NowFOR HIM
Oliver Spencer Clerkenwell Striped Shirt, £110
Brushed cotton, tick. Subtle cream and navy stripes, tick. Relaxed collar, tick. This shirt from London based tailor Oliver Spencer certainly isn’t just for Christmas, it will prove a wardrobe staple for years to come.
Shop NowGucci Navigator Acetate Aviator Sunglasses, £320
It’s never too early to start hinting about a holiday somewhere sunny and Gucci's aviator shades are just the ticket to, hopefully, secure you a plane ticket.
Shop NowDoing Goods Twiggy Skewer Set of Two, £20
Whether you’re buying for your brother or your uncle, these gold-tone brass and stainless steel serving forks will give him gravitas at the kitchen table. Yes, chef.
Shop NowFOR THE KIDS
Bookspeed In the Forest Pop-Up Book, £14.99
With more children than ever being engaged with environmentalism, this beautifully crafted pop-up book is well worth your consideration. As educational as it is engaging, it tackles the topic of deforestation in an easily digestible way, inspiring our youngest generations to become mini activists and protect the world around us.
Shop NowLiberty 12 Days of Christmas Brushed Cotton Pyjama Set, now £50
They’ll look cute as a button in these traditional button-up pyjamas in our iconic 12 Days of Christmas print. From toddlers to teens, both girls and boys will be eager for bed time when this cosy set is bought out.
Shop NowMiffy Lodden Print Soft Toy, £24.95
A gift that they can keep forever. Miffy has been a childhood favourite since the 50s and this toy covered in one of Liberty’s iconic floral fabrics makes a gorgeous gift for today, that will become a family heirloom in the future. It surely tops the list as one of the best gift ideas for kids.
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