Elegant gestures, edible indulgences, and quiet luxuries, twelve thoughtful ways to thank the ones who make celebration an art form.
The holidays are shaped by those who open their doors, the quiet alchemists who turn candlelight, conversation, and champagne into something unforgettable. A thoughtful gift for a host is more than a gesture of thanks; it’s an ode to their taste, generosity, and the art of making everyone feel at home.
Whether you’re arriving for an intimate dinner or a glittering soirée, these gifts are designed to delight the ones who give their all, elegant, indulgent, and just a little unexpected.
Lady A Red Wine 75cl £19
A collaboration between Damien Hirst and Soho House founder Nick Jones, Lady A marries art and winemaking. This rich, full-bodied red reveals layers of ripe dark cherry, cassis, and black pepper, balanced by subtle oak and a long, silky finish. The striking label is a conversation piece bold, modern, and made for the table of a true aesthete.
Ruinart Blanc de Blancs Champagne 75cl £100
The oldest established Champagne house, Ruinart is synonymous with finesse. Its Blanc de Blancs, crafted exclusively from Chardonnay grapes, offers bright notes of lemon zest, white peach, and acacia blossom, unfolding into creamy minerality and an impossibly fine mousse. Sunshine in liquid form luminous, balanced, and quietly decadent.
Smythson Christmas Cards (Box of 10) £42
Because the art of thank-you extends beyond the gift itself. Smythson’s exquisite Christmas cards including this year’s designs featuring the charming letterbox, the Dalmatian in the snow, Christmas Gingerbread house and the pink snow globe bring whimsy and elegance to every handwritten note. Printed on the brand’s signature gilt-edged stationery, they’re a masterclass in old-world charm and modern refinement proof that thoughtfulness never goes out of style.
Moët & Chandon Festive Limited Edition Rosé Impérial Gift Box 75cl £54
A symphony of vibrancy and allure, Moët’s Rosé Impérial brims with wild strawberry, raspberry, and redcurrant, softened by hints of rose and spice. Its limited-edition bottle, wrapped in shimmering festive tones, transforms an icon into a collector’s piece perfect for those who love to celebrate in style. Available from Majestic from October.
Portofino Dry Gin £49.99
Inspired by the pastel harbour of its namesake village, Portofino Dry Gin captures the essence of the Ligurian Riviera. Distilled with twenty-one botanicals, juniper, lemon, lavender, rosemary, and marjoram among them it opens with citrus brightness before deepening into herbal warmth and a sea-breeze finish. Serve with a twist of lemon and a sprig of thyme for instant Mediterranean escapism.
Tefal Ever Sharp PRO Knife Set £149.99
Precision and performance meet design innovation in Tefal’s Ever Sharp PRO – featuring the UK’s best automatic sharpening technology.* Each blade self-sharpens every time it’s stored, ensuring flawless results cut after cut, year after year. The patented precision-engineered block hones each knife from tip to heel for effortless chopping performance and peak sharpness every time.
Forget fiddly sharpeners every knife has its own self-sharpening slot for maximum convenience. The five-piece block includes a chef’s knife, santoku knife, utility knife, paring knife, and bread knife, covering every culinary task with precision and style. It’s the set that keeps you quite literally at the cutting edge.
*According to independent test data; compared to other self-sharpening knife blocks sold in the UK.
Tefal Easy Fry Dual Flex 9L Air Fryer £199.99
Think of it as the Santa’s sleigh of air fryers, capable of serving up an impressive 9 litres (5.5L + 3.5L) of perfectly crisp, golden food in one go. Thanks to Tefal’s innovative FlexCook divider, you can switch between one large cooking zone for oversized dishes (yes, even two whole turkeys side by side) or two separate zones for different recipes. Perfect for party platters, festive fries, and those inevitable late-night Boxing Day snacks, it’s the ultimate multitasker for effortless entertaining.
Christmas Mini Tall Cake by Lola’s Bakery £42.50, serves 16
A charming nod to retro Christmas glamour, Lola’s Bakery’s Mini Tall Cake is available in vanilla, chocolate, red velvet, or gingerbread sponge each finished with elegant green and white buttercream swirls. It’s the centrepiece every table deserves: nostalgic, photogenic, and impossible to resist.
Jo Malone Eucalyptus & Pine Candle £59 200g
Fresh yet grounding, Jo Malone’s Eucalyptus & Pine blends crisp greenery with winter woods. Sharp eucalyptus uplifts the senses while pine and cedarwood create warmth and depth. A fragrance that captures the essence of the season- elegant, calming, and quietly festive.
Creed Silver Mountain Water Hand & Body Duo
Hand & Body Wash 300ml, £70
Hand & Body Lotion 300ml, £75
Perfumed with the scent of a beloved Creed signature, this luxurious duo transforms daily care into an indulgent ritual. The Silver Mountain Water Hand & Body Wash features a gel-to-foam formula that cleanses while replenishing the skin, expertly crafted with Niacinamide to help support the skin barrier. Completing the pair, the Hand & Body Lotion is enriched with Shea Butter, lightweight, fast-absorbing, and delicately fragranced to leave the skin feeling silky smooth. Together, they embody Creed’s philosophy of refined simplicity and timeless luxury.
Olverum Bath Oil 125ml £43.50
A post-celebration essential. Olverum’s iconic blend of lavender, eucalyptus, rosemary, and verbena essential oils transforms an ordinary bath into a spa-like ritual. Just a few drops soothe the senses and restore balance the perfect gesture of calm after a season of celebration.
The most memorable host gifts are the ones that linger a scent that recalls a perfect evening, a flavour that becomes part of a ritual, or a design that endures beyond the holidays. Whatever you bring, wrap it with intention and a handwritten note. Because thoughtfulness, after all, is the truest luxury.
