Christmas Gifts For Friends

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Find the perfect gifts to buy your friends this Christmas

6th November 2025 • 5 min read

The festive season is here once again – the decorations are starting to sparkle, the mince pies are making their way into your weekly shop, and Mariah’s getting ever closer to topping your Spotify wrapped.

It seems to come round quicker every year and feels harder than ever to think of great gift ideas for your nearest and dearest friends. That’s where we come in! Just think of us as your festive fairy godmother, here to take the pressure off Christmas present purchasing.

We’ve got top picks in fashion favourites for her and staple scents for him, from the TikTok trendsetters to the gadget lovers, we’ve got your Christmas covered. Whether you’re looking to give them a little bit of luxury or just a thoughtful budget buy that won’t break the bank, we’ve put together a Christmas list of must-have gifts for friends of every kind.

Gifts for the Foodie Friend

Hotel Chocolat Mini Crackers

We’ve all had a dud gift from a Christmas cracker before, but there’s no need to worry about that this time around! This 10 piece gift set from Hotel Chocolat includes a selection of five different luxury chocolates, each individually hidden inside a novelty mini cracker wrapper for a playful touch. A budget friendly option for the chocolate connoisseur in your friendship group.

Hotel Chocolat Mini Crackers

Spicers Of Hythe Italian Wine Duo

If your friend is a wine lover, then you know you’re onto a sure winner gifting them a bottle of wine – or even better two! This set features two exceptional Italian wines from Bottega, including one bottle of rich, fruity Cabernet Sauvignon and one bottle of crisp and zesty Pinot Grigio, all finished in a plush black presentation box for a premium feel. A top tier gift that’ll have your mates raising a glass to you.

Spicers Of Hythe Italian Wine Duo

Virginia Hayward Taste of Christmas Basket

Want to treat your foodie friends to something extra special? Go the whole hog with a deluxe hamper, filled with a selection of sweet and savoury seasonal snacks that’ll carry the festivities on into the new year. Inside the woven basket they’ll find delicious treats like shortbread biscuits, chocolate truffles and gourmet popcorn, while festive faves like mince pies and a rich Christmas pudding round things out with a traditional twist.

Virginia Hayward Taste of Christmas Basket

Gifts for the Beauty-Minded Mate

Image of Benefit's Glam A Grams 5-piece Full Face Beauty Gift Set. The content of the box lined up next to the box.

Benefit Glam A Grams 5-piece Full Face Beauty Gift Set

Give your pals the gift of glam this season with Benefit’s full face makeup and skincare set. This set has all Benefit’s signature beauty essentials including their Fluff UP Brow wax, BADgal BANG! volumizing mascara, Benetint lip and cheek tint, POREfessional smoothing primer and even a pore-cleaning cleansing oil for when they’re ready to take it all off. So, bolster their makeup basics and have them ready for all the big New Years Eve parties.

Benefit Glam A Grams 5-piece Full Face Beauty Gift Set

BOSS Bottled Eau de Toilette and Shower Gel for Men Trio Gift Set

Now, we know smellies aren’t the most creative present but trust us, the classics are classics for a reason. This shower gel and eau de toilette set features an always-in-style woodsy scent, that will take your friends fragrance game to the next level. Crafted with a long-lasting but subtle formula they’ll smell great all day long, without risking overpowering themselves (or anyone else). Why not fall back on tradition and grab them some smellies? This time round they’re sure to thank you!

BOSS Bottled Eau de Toilette and Shower Gel for Men Trio Gift Set

Elemis Away for the Holidays Gift Set

Want to give your bestie the gift of eternal youth this Christmas? Well, we can’t quite do that, but you can send them into the new year with smoother, healthier, younger-looking skin thanks to this collagen skincare gift set. Infused with Elemis’ signature pro-collagen formula, this five step skincare routine includes a cleansing balm, a marine cleanser, facial exfoliating pads, an eye cream and a moisturiser, all in handy travel sizes so their skin will look radiant no matter where they are.

Elemis Away for the Holidays Gift Set

Gifts for the Sporty Friend

Open and unzipped real leather golf organiser

PGA Tour Real Leather Golf Organiser

Stuck on what to get the golf enthusiast in your life? Help your friend stay on par as they move around the course with this organiser set, including a pencil, deluxe ball markers, a divot tool and score card. Complete with a handy leather wallet they can clip to their golf trolley for easy access, whenever they need it. A hole-in-one kind of gift that’ll set them up for success every time they hit the links.

PGA Tour Real Leather Golf Organiser

adidas Liverpool FC Scarf

There’s nothing your footie mad mate is going to love more than a bit of extra support for their beloved team – especially during that busy period of festive football fixtures. Keep them warm on chilly match days or simply let them show off their colours with a soft knit scarf that proudly displays the club badge.

adidas Liverpool FC Scarf

JLab Epic Open Sport Earbuds

There’s nothing worse than when you’re on the way to setting your best pace and your headphone falls out! If you’ve got a friend who loves running, then they’ll know this all too well. Help them focus on hitting their personal best by treating them to a new pair of headphones that are specifically designed to comfortably wrap-around the ear. Plus, each earbud has up to 7 hours battery life when fully charged, so they won’t have to worry about their workout (or their playlist) being interrupted.

JLab Epic Open Sport Earbuds

Gifts for the Tech-mad Mate

RED5 Harrier Folding Drone with FPV

Struggling to think of what to get the gadget and gizmo loving friend? How about a gift that’ll have them flying high, like this folding drone? It’s perfect for everyone, from beginners to experienced drone pilots, and even has a built-in camera to take video and photos, so they can show off every flight. Go on, help your mates explore the skies this Christmas – if they’re lucky they might even catch Rudolph pulling along the sleigh.

RED5 Harrier Folding Drone with FPV

Woman holding a blue Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera as its printing an image

Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera with 20 Shot Film Pack

We’re all guilty of snapping pictures on our phones and then never looking at them again, but you can make sure your mates get all the important moments on film with this Fujifilm Instax Mini Camera. Simply snap, print off the photos in an instant and have memories that last a lifetime. The perfect gift for the photo-taker in the group – just make sure you’re prepared for all the Christmas party pics.

Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 Instant Camera with 20 Shot Film Pack

Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Glasses

Step into the future and treat your friends to the ultimate in high-tech gifting with these meta glasses. These classic wayfarer frames use AI technology to answer questions, make calls and play music hands-free, while a built-in 12 MP camera can capture every moment. They can even livestream directly to Instagram and Facebook, so even those who couldn't make it to the annual Friendsmas party can still attend virtually.

Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Glasses

Designer Gifts for the Fashion-Focused Friend

Coach Bracelet Enamel C Bangle Boxed

You can’t go wrong with a bit of jewellery, and this chic bangle is certainly one piece your designer-loving friends are sure to adore. This timeless bangle is set in gold and cream colourway with iconic Coach branding and comes in a branded gift box for a premium finish. Who doesn’t love a bit of shimmer and sparkle? Gift this to your friend and you’re sure to be top of the nice list – this Christmas and the next!

Coach Bracelet Enamel C Bangle Boxed

PS Paul Smith Zebra Billfold Wallet

Give your friends a little piece of luxury with this PS Paul Smith billfold wallet. Crafted in premium grained leather, this handy wallet keeps all the important things smartly organised with credit card slots and note compartments. A classic present that’ll have the compliments rolling in every time they go to pay for their round.

PS Paul Smith Zebra Billfold Wallet

Marc Jacobs The Leather Small Tote Bag

Want to make your mates Christmas morning extra special? Really push the boat out and give them something from the top of their gift list, like this designer bag from Marc Jacobs. This classy tote has a chic but minimalist design that’s perfect for adding a luxurious finish to any outfit, no matter where they’re choosing to wear it. An always in-style accessory that they’ll carry with them, now and forever.

Marc Jacobs The Leather Small Tote Bag

Unique Gifts for the Fun-loving friend

240 Games in 1 Mini Arcade

Take your mates back to the Christmas mornings of their childhood with this mini arcade system. Jam packed with 8-bit games from the 80s and 90s, you’ll be giving them hours of entertainment that they can play at home or on-the-go. A nostalgic, novelty gift that’s perfect for the gamer in your life.

240 Games in 1 Mini Arcade

LEGO Botanical Tranquil Garden

Want to give a gift that keeps on giving? Then we’ve got the present for you. This Tranquil Garden LEGO set provides hours of building fun, while the completed set itself adds a touch of everyday tranquillity to its surroundings. The LEGO plant bricks can be easily rearranged to create the ultimate personalised zen garden (and your friend won’t even have to worry about watering it). Ideal for LEGO lovers, gardening enthusiasts and everyone in-between.

LEGO Botanical Tranquil Garden

Picture of a man mid-air doing a bungee jump

Virgin Experience Days Bungee Jump For One

We’ve all got that one mad mate who likes to take things to the extreme – yeah, you know the one! Well, why not give them a gift that’ll get their pulse racing with this bungee jump experience day? The thrill-seeker in your life can choose from 1 of 9 locations across the UK to make the big leap (while you chill at a local pub and wait to hear all about it). So go on, make their 2026 that little bit more exciting!

Virgin Experience Days Bungee Jump For One

Step into Christmas

So now that that’s out the way pop those prezzies under the tree, pull on your fave festive pj’s and settle down for a Christmas movie marathon with a cheeky glass of mulled wine. It won’t be long before those sleigh bells start ringing!

Still need an idea for your secret Santa? We’ve got you covered. Our guides to secret Santa gifting for under £10 and under £20 has all you need to get those tough-to-buy-for friends, acquaintances and colleagues. Whether you’re going for joke gift or thoughtful treat, you’ll find a present that’ll match the vibe (and budget).

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