On the hunt for Christmas gifts? Scroll through our gift guide for some excellent ideas and beat the last-minute gift scramble.
Family/Couple Treats and Experiences
Gifts for Her
1. The Body Shop – Gift Sets
Drop by The Body Shop and get a glorious gift set or two for the girlies in your life. From floral and uplifting scents like the classic British Rose, to sweet strawberry, bold musk, and refreshing moringa, they have something for everyone. Gift sets (as well as gift cards) start from under RM100 to RM200.
Prefer to mix and match products in your gift set? No biggie! You can do it here or in store.
2. Savo – Bang Balm
Meet and revel in Savo, a brand which has created a line of wonderful wellness products from nature’s best, the illipe butter. Illipe butter, or locally known as ‘engkabang’, is a native ingredient from Borneo with properties that improve vitality, smoothness, and elasticity of the skin. They have incorporated the ‘tree butter’ into a moisturising body balm and handcrafted soaps, making it a beauty must-try this season.
Get their unique ‘Bang Balm’ and add it as a stocking filler, or enjoy this as part of their limited edition kit (RM250). One of the kit’s highlights are the new bespoke soaps, ‘Dabai-Daddy Bar’ (Borneo olive infused with cinnamon) and ‘KacangMama Bar’ (motherwort infused with lemongrass), which will transport one to a spa healing experience fit for a queen. Order here.
3. Signature Market – Advent Calendar
Signature Market has launched an enchanted advent calendar, filled with aromatherapy goodies and wellness treats for a lovely and relaxing DIY pampering session. Each gift box comes with a chic portable aromatherapy diffuser from Plant Origins, including bottles of relaxing essential oil blends and a rejuvenating body wash. Bonus: The gift box also doubles up as a desk or jewellery organiser.
4. Rituals Cosmetics – Deluxe Advent Calendar
Adored and recognised for their signature fragrances, sleek packaging, and sustainable efforts, Rituals Cosmetics from the Netherlands has released a Winter Town-inspired advent calendar this festive season. Valued at RM545, it’s packed with 24 luxurious surprises across their body care and home care collection, including calming mini votive candles and full-sized products. Hands down, a present set to impress!
5. Mossery – Planners and Organisers
Jotters and organisers are handy gifts to receive and thoughtful presents to give. Pick out a Mossery 2025 planner and get it personalised for the next gift exchange gathering. These planners have an array of aesthetic covers to choose from, and you can get fun sticker packs to decorate it with too. Other than planners, Mossery also offers art kits, sketchbooks, notebooks, and quality art supplies; great gift ideas for that one artsy friend!
6. Poppylab – Jewellery and Accessories
For alluring, premium quality accessories, visit Poppylab online, or head over to their Christmas pop-up at Publika Shopping Gallery. They will be on-site until 2nd January 2025 and will be unveiling their latest drops periodically. Fans of minimalist glam will love their sparkly dainty studs, hoops and ear cuffs, while those who gravitate towards bold and fun picks will certainly go ga-ga over their chunky collection and handmade polymer clay earrings.
Shopping tip: Poppylab’s baby huggies earrings are suitable for little girls too. They are secure, small enough for children’s ears, and tarnish -resistant.
Gifts for Him
7. Bacha Coffee
Is the man in your life a coffee aficionado? Enhance his daily coffee routine with robust selections from Bacha Coffee. Build a gift hamper with gourmet goods like coffee jelly, or purchase an elegant canister filled with the freshest, fragrant, and hand-roasted whole Arabica beans! Conveniently packed single-serve coffee bags are also available and sold in a box of 12s; a good desk accompaniment for that post-lunch pick-me-up.
8. OSIM uGun X-Sports Percussive Massage Gun
Improve post-workout cool down sessions or rest days for him with this portable, wireless, and rechargeable OSIM uGun X-Sports Percussive Massage Gun (RM818). It comes complete with warm and cold features for optimal sports recovery, controlled pressure power with a five-level intensity and deep tissue massage setting to assist with pain relief.
9. Kualesa – Eco-Conscious Apparel
Paying homage to the traditional batik shirt, Kualesa has designed the ‘Batik Tribute Polo’ (bamboo fabric) and ‘Batik Tribute Impact Polo’ (recycled nylon fabric) as part of their product range. These polos are soft, breathable, stylish, have four-way stretch for comfort, and sweat wicking material. Versatile enough to be worn for a round of golf or tennis, after-work drinks, or dinner with the family. For those between sizes, it is recommended to go one size up.
Fashion tip: The buttoned down ‘Batik Tribute Shirt’ (bamboo-cotton blend) calls for a dressier look when paired with solid coloured chinos.
10. Omega x Swatch – ‘Mission to Earthphase‘ Men’s Watch
Surprise him with an edgy chronograph from the Omega x Swatch ‘Bioceramic MoonSwatch’ collection. The ‘Mission to Earthphase’ watch (RM1,440) comes with a pale grey bioceramic case, black velcro strap with light grey accents and topstitching. To commemorate both earth and moon phases, it can be viewed as a function on the watch face. Other impressive features include the hour markers, hour, and minute hands, as well as the tip of the chronograph seconds hand, all of which are coated with pale grey Grade A Super-LumiNovaⓇ that glows in the dark (green emission). Truly an arm candy accessory to behold!
11. Royal Selangor – ‘Marvel’ Collectibles
A collaboration between Royal Selangor and Marvel Comics welcomes an epic collector’s figurine collection of iconic heroes from the Marvel multiverse. Check out iconic figures such as the Wolverine ‘Logan’ (RM690), Guardians of the Galaxy’s Rocket Racoon (RM690), and Groot (RM490), among many other popular characters. Avid fans of the multiverse will be thrilled to know that limited edition figurines in 24K gilt (starting from RM3,300) can readily be purchased in Malaysia too.
Gifts for the Littles
12. Pure Days – Educational Toys and Busy Books
Founded in Kuching, Sarawak by Yuni and Johnson, Pure Days Studio organises creative workshops, seasonal programmes, and private events for children and families. Apart from this, they also have their own educational toy range under their Pure Days Toy Store, which includes DIY playsets, wooden stacking stones, tangram puzzles, wooden numberment and wordament, and their latest release — busy books for kids aged one to 6.
PSA, Klang Valley residents: check our their products in person at their pop-up booth in Sunway Velocity Mall until 1st January 2025.
13. Kraftee – Craft Supplies
A craft kit gift makes for an exciting day of creating, colouring, and exploring! Get crafty with this pack of Kraftee washable markers, crayons, and paint pots, along with some mahjong paper, a blank tote bag, or a drawing block (hello, art attack!)
Tried and tested, these are awesome stationery add-ons and will keep the mess at bay. Besides keeping the colours where they belong, these washable markers and crayons are great colouring tools to help children learn about layering colours, correcting mistakes, and working with new materials.
Travel buddy alert: Bring along Kraftee’s Erasable Pictures Card set on your travels, or as an activity-on-the-go to keep your children occupied and engaged sans screen time.
14. Oiyo by Montigo – Foodware
Oiyo by Montigo is the sister brand to beloved drinkware brand, Montigo. The containers in the ‘Kids In School’ collection are ideal for packing snacks and school lunches, thanks to their spill-proof covers, multi-compartments, and secure locks. Available in vibrant colour combos like watermelon (pink and green) and blueberry (light blue and green), kids and parents alike will love this gift!
15. Decathlon – Sporting Goods
Share the joy of staying active through play and low-impact cardio. Play ‘Catch the Stars’ on the trampoline, glide through the park on a scooter, a pair of in-line skates, or junior skateboard with these sporting goods from Decathlon. Just remember to buy protective gear like helmets, wrist guards, knee and elbow pads too.
16. Christmas Deco Kit – Gingerbread House
Treasured memories are often the result of time spent together. Gather the family for an evening of hot chocolate and wholesome chats, while building a Gingerbread House together. Order a ready-to-use Gingerbread House (RM100) kit from Splatter and skip the tedious prep work of baking and mixing coloured icing. The set also comes with sprinkles and candies for decorations. Daily deliveries start from 25th November until 31st December 2024. Order yours here today.
Gifts for the Home
17. Bingka – Decor and Accessories
Tea towels, coasters, and cushion covers are a unique delight when they come from Bingka! Locally designed and made, the brand’s affordable and charming silkscreen home decor and accessories are sure to get friends and family beaming with joy. Cheerful colourways, original styling, and inspiration taken from flora, fauna and other local elements (as featured in their ‘Ombak’, ‘Nyonya Cafe’ or ‘Anak Malaysia’ collections) will elevate one’s home in a jiffy.
18. Wonderboom (Kuching) – Homeware Sets
Roa Skye presents their elegant linen napkins and scallop-edged placemats as gifting selections at Wonderboom this Christmas. Each napkin or placemat set will come in a gift box. Other than the napkins and placemats from Roa Skye, Wonderboom has mouth-watering Christmas Spice gift sets (RM88 per set of three) available too. The purchase of a set gives back to the community in aid of the Penan Women Project, with 50% of proceeds going to Project Shine. Such a lovely act of generosity to practice through gift-giving!
19. Lilin + Co – Candles and Fragrances
Lilin + Co products make exceptional gifts and are lovely additions to the home. Their premium soy candles burn cleanly and their reed diffuser comes in a classy refillable bottle. Assemble a fine home fragrance hamper by pairing their gentle hand wash (RM49) and Christmas gift set (RM95) featuring two captivating festive scents: blackcurrant and plum and mulled wine. Perfecto!
20. Kim’s Bisous – Personalised Christmas Ornaments
Memory makers of the family, rejoice! Order a personalised Christmas wreath, or ornaments bearing each family member’s name with Kim’s Bisous. It can be the start of a new keepsake tradition or a special gift when a new addition to the family (yes, pets included!) comes along. Prices start from RM15 for baubles, and wreaths start at RM180. The cut-off date for orders is 17th December 2024, so remember to place your orders on time!
Family/Couple Treats and Experiences
21. Skyline Luge Kuala Lumpur
Treat your family to a thrilling and speedy adventure at the Skyline Luge Kuala Lumpur, or give the gift of adventure to your loved ones. You can add a value of RM50 to RM500 per gift card, with a one-year validity period from the date of purchase. The luge carts are designed to take one through loopy lanes and twists, and riders between the height of 85cm to 110cm can ride tandem with an adult.
22. Couple-Connecting Workshop by Arkateori
Reconnect, share your feelings, and rebuild intimacy as a couple through a textured art workshop (RM500 per couple) with Arkateori. Crafted to bring couples closer again through creativity and mindful connection, prepare to join an activity-based art therapy session together. Each couple will receive a 60cm x 60cm canvas per person and registration is required to secure a slot.
23. Läderach Advent Calendar
Irresistible fine Swiss chocolate to kick off the countdown to a merry Christmas? Yes, please! Behind every window in Läderach’s chocolate advent calendar is a decadent, handcrafted piece of praline or truffle, as well as surprise snacks sure to tantilise one’s taste buds on the daily. Word of caution: It might be difficult to share!
24. The Chow Kit – Staycation or Dining Gift Certificate
Looking for a grand idea to show your appreciation? Spoil your loved one with a relaxing staycation or dining gift certificate! The Chow Kit is a contemporary hotel located close to the city’s Golden Triangle, yet still has a cosy vibe to it. The rooms are big enough for a small family and their in-house F&B, The Chow Kit Kitchen + Bar serves yummy local and honest fare like nyonya kari kapitan and ayam masak belimbing hitam.
Play tourist by joining the neighbourhood tours and food trails scheduled during the week. Guests and the general public are welcomed. Book your spot here.
25. Madcarons – Madelines and Macarons
Freshly baked madelines coated in umami matcha and vanilla (RM159) or a box of ‘wreath’ macarons (RM129) from Madcarons will be a hit at your next Christmas dinner party or potluck gathering. Not only do they look amazing and make great conversation starters, they taste divine too! Bulk purchase and customisation can be made upon request.
26. Motion Studio – Art Jamming Session
Splish, splash, splosh! Art jamming or splat painting is an experience for all ages and it unleashes creativity like no other. The spacious studio is located near Midvalley Megamall and The Gardens Mall making it accessible and easy to locate. Besides art jamming, children can also make slime from scratch or do a focused-driven activity like ‘BearBrick’ painting, while adults can give Motion Painting a go. Gift cards start from RM69 and can be purchased via their website here.
Psst: Check out makchic’s Reel for a sneak peek of what to expect!
27. Stories Lifestyle – Family Lifestyle Shoot
Capture moments, emotions, and seasons in time by booking a family shoot with Stories Lifestyle. Here’s a steal of a deal: this December, clients will stand a chance to receive an exclusive gift from Stories with every booking of a lifestyle shoot (family, maternity, graduation or newborn), with a minimum spend of RM1,000. Terms and conditions apply and the validity of the booking is until 30th June 2025.
If you’re looking for something whimsical and unique, check out makchic‘s collaboration with Stories for our personalised children’s picture book, The Flight of Imagination. Let your child become the star of their very own story with this amazing photo storybook experience.
By Amanda Sura
Photos are taken from the respective brands’ websites, press releases, and social media pages. For more details and current prices, please contact the businesses respectively. All information presented is correct at time of publishing.
