With Christmas and New Year just around the corner, festive gifting mode is officially in full swing. Between family visits and New Year dinners, the pressure is on but the good news is that thoughtful gifting doesn’t have to be frantic. We’ve rounded up some thoughtful picks, from beauty and fragrance to activewear, that balance quality and style, ensuring they remain favorites well into the new year.
Malone Souliers’ Art of Gifting Edit
When it comes to elegant gifting, Malone Souliers makes a strong case for shoes as a festive staple. The brand’s holiday edit brings together refined silhouettes with subtle seasonal touches such as lace detailing, velvet accents and soft shimmer. Set against champagne tones, winter whites and rich festive hues, each pair feels polished without being limited to seasonal wear. Designed to move easily from daytime gatherings to evening celebrations, these styles are built for longevity and versatility. For anyone who values craftsmanship and thoughtful design, this is a gift that feels personal.
The collection is available in Bloomingdale’s UAE, Tryano Abu Dhabi and online at malonesouliers.com or Bloomingdales.ae
Etika Jewels’ Festive Collection
Jewellery remains one of the easiest festive gifting options. Etika Jewels’ Festive Collection strikes a balance between elegance and everyday wearability. Crafted in 18k gold and set with lab-grown diamonds, the edit includes statement earrings, refined tennis necklaces, and delicate silhouettes designed to work across festive evenings and everyday moments.
With pieces ranging from cascading marquise earrings to classic diamond tennis styles, the collection suits both subtle dressers and those who enjoy a little extra shine. It is an ideal choice for meaningful gifting that still feels easy to wear year-round.
For more information about Etika Jewels and the Festive Collection, visit etikajewels.com
Stocking Stuffers from Sophie la Girafe & BIBS
For little ones, festive gifting is all about practicality wrapped in something charming. Sophie la Girafe continues to be a trusted favourite among new parents, with gift-ready options such as the classic natural rubber teether, multi-textured activity toys and beautifully packaged teether and swaddle sets.
For smaller stocking additions, BIBS’ Holiday Collection pacifiers add a festive touch to everyday essentials. Available in seasonal prints and soft colours, they make practical yet stylish gifts that parents will genuinely appreciate.
MÄNN Skincare Day & Night Cream Duo
Just in time for the festive season, MÄNN Skincare is inviting men to refresh their skin care routine with its Day & Night Cream Duo. Founded in Dubai and formulated in Europe, the brand focuses on high-performance skincare designed specifically for men’s skin and busy lifestyles.
The duo pairs a lightweight day cream that hydrates and protects against daily environmental stress with a richer night cream designed to support overnight recovery. Used together, they help maintain smoother texture, balanced hydration and a fresher, more refined look through December and beyond.
MÄNN skincare is available for purchase online at mannskincare.com
Festive Scent Picks from Rasasi
For the fragrance lover who appreciates timeless elegance, expressive artistry and unforgettable scent journeys, Rasasi offers the ultimate last-minute gifting solution. Highlights include polished unisex blends, warm woody compositions and richer, spiced profiles. Whether gifting to a seasoned fragrance collector or someone looking to discover a new signature scent, Rasasi offers options that are thoughtful and expressive.
Chic Workout Essentials from Maeya
Maeya’s holiday-ready athleisure makes a stylish gift for those who like to stay active all year round. The Dubai-based brand is known for blending comfort, performance and flattering fits that work across gym sessions, errands, travel days and downtime.
From fun colours and playful patterns to sculpting fits and high-performance fabrics, Maeya’s activewear pieces make the perfect holiday gift for women who love to move in style while feeling comfortable and confident.
Maeya’s pieces are available for purchase through maeyaclothing.com.
Festive Gifting Picks from MULU
For gifting that is genuinely useful, MULU’s premium everyday family wear offers a refreshing alternative. Founded by Kanessa Muluneh, the brand focuses on timeless essentials designed to support real family life, with inclusive sizing and fast delivery across UAE.
The Classic Unisex Baby Romper is a thoughtful option for newborn gifting, crafted from a breathable, quick-dry fabric with easy fastening for stress-free changes. For women, the Classic Women’s Abaya offers a cool-touch, versatile design that can be styled multiple ways and travels well. The Classic Men’s Pants round out the edit with relaxed, lightweight comfort designed for daily wear.
Practical, well-made and long lasting, MULU’s pieces are ideal for family-focused gifting.
Mulu’s pieces are available to purchase at mulu.world
Gift Experiences with Ithara
For anyone who is hard to buy for or simply prefers memories over material gifts, experience-led gifting is an easy festive solution. Ithara offers a curated selection of experiences across the UAE, all available as flexible vouchers that can be redeemed at a later date. From spa days and wellness escapes to helicopter rides, hot air balloon experiences and staycations, Ithara’s offerings suit a wide range of interests and budgets. It is an especially good option for last-minute gifting, with vouchers delivered digitally and the freedom for recipients to choose when they want to enjoy their experience.
Discover more at ithara.ae
HUAWEI WATCH ULTIMATE DESIGN Royal Gold Edition
Carry luxury to every moment with this exceptional wearable. The HUAWEI WATCH ULTIMATE DESIGN in Royal Gold Edition features an industry first rare earth purple ceramic bezel with 18K gold, a zirconium based liquid metal case and a purple gold titanium alloy strap. Designed for both deep sea divers and style seekers, it offers an innovative waterproof system and sonar based underwater communication. Performance meets pure elegance in a watch that stands out under water and at the table.
Yves Saint Laurent Opyum 110 Logo Leather Sandals
An iconic choice for festive evenings, the YSL Opyum 110 elevates any look with its smooth leather finish and sculptural metal logo heel. The open square toe and adjustable ankle strap keep the silhouette modern and sleek, perfect for December dinners, rooftop parties and every high impact moment in the UAE social season.
The Real Showstopper Christmas Hampers from Mister Baker
If choosing gifts every December stresses you out, Mister Baker has done the heavy lifting. Their festive hampers are curated, beautifully packed and budget friendly. Whether it is for your boss, your neighbour, a Secret Santa exchange or family gatherings, these boxes send the message thoughtful, organised and great taste all in one. Perfect for families. Perfect for corporations. Perfect for anyone who appreciates a good festive treat.
Kate Spade DUO Crossbody Bag
One bag, endless possibilities. Kate Spade’s ultimate 4 in 1 design lets you switch up your look with ease. Wear it as a crossbody, a clutch or a shoulder bag. Sleek, versatile and designed for festive nights out and everyday chic.
WellnessWonderz Limited-Edition Outdoor Box
Forget generic gym memberships. This season’s most inspired gift comes packaged in WellnessWonderz’s limited-edition Outdoor Box (AED 600) a meticulously curated collection for the friend who’s swapping spin class for sunrise runs along Saadiyat’s shores. Inside: technical performance wear, sport sunglasses engineered for desert glare, outdoor-grade SPF, premium protein bars, energy balls, electrolyte sachets, and a beautifully designed wellness journal. It’s the gift that doesn’t just sit on a shelf, it inspires movement, supports real habits and transforms winter mornings into something extraordinary. As the UAE’s first fitness subscription box championing homegrown MENA wellness brands, WellnessWonderz also offers quarterly Pilates and Strength boxes starting from AED 400.
Discover more at wellnesswonderz.com or @wellnesswonderzme.
Reloved’s Curated Pre-Loved Festive Gifting
In a world drowning in uniformity, Reloved has mastered the art of the truly distinctive gift. This UAE-born platform curates authenticated luxury and lifestyle treasures that carry stories worth retelling, from a timeless black Chanel card holder (AED 3,000) that never loses its cache, to show-stopping festive pieces like Nadine Merabi’s green sequin mini dress (AED 900) guaranteed to turn heads at every seasonal soirée.
The magic? Each piece is authenticated, pre-loved, and utterly unique. Whether it’s a Louis Vuitton Croisette bag (AED 6,600), the Soho Farmhouse limited-edition picnic set (AED 570) for elegant winter gatherings, or a hand-painted Gaudí Lago Artisania decanter set (AED 960) that doubles as investment-worthy art, Reloved proves that conscious luxury doesn’t compromise on quality, it elevates it. With children’s designer bundles from AED 180 and statement shoes from AED 48, there’s something for everyone on your list.
Explore the collection at therelovedmarketplace.com or @reloveduae.
Hero Dubai Desert Classic Tickets
Give the gift of winter sunshine, world-class sport and a festival atmosphere all wrapped into one unforgettable day out. From 22–25 January, the Hero Dubai Desert Classic returns to Emirates Golf Club with live entertainment, family fun, incredible F&B and the chance to see some of golf’s biggest names compete up close. With free entry for kids, vibrant social experiences like The Social on Sixteen, and premium hospitality at the Dallah Lounge, it’s the perfect experiential gift for friends, families or colleagues who’d rather make memories than unwrap another “maybe next year” present.
For more information visit dubaidesertclassic.com & @dubaidcgolf
