Gift Ideas For Adults

Buying gifts for adults can be really hard. But if they’ve given you a few clues as to some of the things you’d like we might be able to help you with the rest. Below is a lot of ideas that I hope will help.

If you’re thinking of buying smellies then Baylis and Harding have gifts that are perfect for everyone – from Unicorn bath fizzers, comfy socks and bath salts to candles, handwashes and soaps. They have gifts suitable for him, her and children of all ages.

For those who love being outdoors why not slip a Zippo HeatBank into their stocking. The rechargeable hand warmer is slim and sleek and has dual-sided heat to ensure continuous, gentle warmth. The Zippo HeatBank also features a USB charging port so you can also charge your mobile device if needed. There are two varieties available one with a 3-hour runtime and one with 6-hour run time.

If you’re looking for a simple mobile phone for someone then the IMO Q2 Plus mobile phone would make a great gift. This great value Android smartphone has a premium look and feel. It has a 1.2GHz quad-core processor, a 5MP rear and 5MP front camera and it runs Android Lollipop (5.1). It has facial recognition technology for added security and has 8gb memory which can be expanded to 32gb with a memory card.

A Letterbox Hamper from Yumbles would be a lovely gift to receive this Christmas. As it fits through the letterbox you can keep it a surprise from the recipient. Yumbles has a number of hampers available including a Luxury Christmas Hamper and a Gin Lovers Hamper – there’s sure to be something perfect for everyone.

A made to measure shirt would be a great gift to receive this Christmas. You can customise everything from the cut, pockets, buttons and style of shirt. Hockerty offers this service along with being able to design your own trousers and suits.

A large Yankee Candle jar would make a lovely gift this Christmas. The candles have a burn time of 110 – 150 hours. They are available in many fragrances including Christmas favourites such as After Sledding, Christmas Cookie and Christmas Magic.

Why not treat the whiskey lover in your life to their very own personalised bottle of whiskey. A bottle of Old Monarch Christmas & New Year Scotch Whisky from GiftPup would make the perfect gift this festive season. The bottle contains 70cl of 40% volume whiskey.

For newlyweds why not buy them a present that has special meaning. The Heart Star Map is a unique gift and could be used to commemorate a wedding, birth, anniversary, or other special occasions with a print of the constellations in the night sky. Simply select a place, date, and time to create a design showing the night sky (or day!) as it was, or will be, at that location, at your chosen moment, in a beautiful heart shape.

If you are planning on buying a couple a joint present why not treat them to a Memorable Moments Gift Box. With this gift, they can choose their own memories from the hundreds of short getaways, pampering, adventure and dining experiences on offer. They can relax with a spa treatment, test their skills on a Segway or enjoy lunch on the Thames. There are experiences available in locations throughout the UK. The vouchers are valid for 24 months so there’s no rush for them to be used.

Those with a sweet tooth would love to find a personalised sweetie jar under the tree. It is filled full of old favourites such as marshmallows, jelly babies, flying saucers, rainbow drops and more.

For those who love to take pictures why not treat them to a Polaroid Pop Instant Camera. Long gone are the days of waiting to print off your snaps. This camera requires no printer, computer or ink. Everything you need is at your fingertips. Use the 3.97 Inch Touchscreen Display to frame and shoot everything from landscapes to selfies. It features a self timer, image stabilization, digital zoom and automatic flash. The camera uses ZINK paper which will ensure you have durable photographs that won’t fade, bleed, bend, rip or wrinkle over time. Using the Polaroid App you can customise your memories with filters, borders, stickers, emojis and captions. Simply connect via Wi-Fi to print images from your phone or share on social media. It also boasts 1080p/720p HD Video with Built-In Microphone and Speaker, GIF Creator, Low Light Performance and Photobooth Mode.

A Sodastream Spirit would make a great gift this Christmas. We are all too aware of the need to cut down on our plastic use and this would be a great way to start. It’s simple to use and comes with a 1litre bottle and gas canister so the machine is ready to use from the start. You can also add your favourite flavours too.

Do you know someone who likes a beer over the festive period? If so, treat them to a few personalised beers. This gift set comprises 3 bottles of beer than can be personalised with a name and message of your choice.

Those who like to create masterpieces in the kitchen would love to find a stand mixer in and amongst all the other presents under the tree. This mixer has 8 speed settings, stainless steel dough hook, beater and balloon whisk. Its large 5L stainless steel bowl features a side handle and by using the splash guard the mess when using the attachments will be reduced.

Music fans will love the Liberate Air Truly Wireless Earbuds from House of Marley. They are made from sustainable materials. Every purchase of Liberate Air contributes to the planting of trees through donations to partner organization One Tree Planted. They have 9-hour onboard battery life and a total of 32 hours of charging with their case. They feature water and sweat-proof housing and have sensor-activated tap touch technology for fingertip control without touching your phone, this feature is compatible with both Siri and Google Assistant. They also feature easy connect technology and connect to your phone in seconds with a range of up to 10 metres.

Giving the gift of a dashcam this Christmas would be perfect for drivers young and old. Having a dashcam can reduce their insurance premiums and prove invaluable should they be involved in or witness to an accident. The Nextbase 322GW Full HD Dash Cam shoots in Full HD so that you can clearly pick out important details including a car model or number plates and you’ll get a good view of everything that happens on the road with the 140° wide-angle lens. If you do end up in an accident, the Emergency SOS feature teams up with the built-in GPS to send your exact location to the emergency services. It can even send vital medical information. Thanks to is Intelligent Parking Mode any movement around your unattended car is recorded, so you’ll have video evidence of any bumps or scrapes. Watch back your footage on the 2.5” LED screen, or wirelessly send clips straight to your phone for convenient playback.

If you’ve someone on your shopping list who has asked for a straightening brush then take a look at the DAFNI Allure. It offers a safer and easier way to untangling and straightening hair. The Allure is a compact travel brush so it doesn’t take up much space in your suitcase or hand luggage and can be used cordlessly too. Thanks to its large surface area and low heat, the Allure ensures no hair scratching as well as no unnecessary heat damage. It has an automatic switch-off after 15 minutes of inactivity. It can be charged via a USB charging port and once fully charged it has enough power for 3 heads of hair.

If you know someone who is always on their tablet they might like an iBeani bag. The iBeani bag is designed to hold any size tablet so that you don’t have to. You can position your iPad, tablet, eReader or book at any angle on any surface. The bags are available in many designs and can be used whilst on your lap, sofa or in bed. It has a side pocket too so that you can store your phone, headphones, charge or glasses.

For those who can’t go anywhere without their makeup why not take a look at a Flat Lay co. makeup bag. This bag is a makeup bag with a difference – it can layout flat so you can see exactly what you have in there, the drawstring make-up bag opens in seconds and allows you to see everything at once. It also doubles as a cosmetics mat to protect your stuff, and is perfect for travelling! It has two large outer pockets for big items and a zipped pocket inside to keep small items safe. If you’re in a rush throw all of your things the bag, pull the drawstring and be ready to go in seconds! 

If you’re looking for a gift that can be shared a Flamigni’s dark chocolate & Amarena cherry panettone would make a lovely gift. Their panettone puts a twist on the classic Italian Christmas bread. This panettone is packed with sweet-sour Amarena cherries and pieces of dark chocolate. Each of Flamigni panettones takes three days to make. They source and use only the best ingredients so you know that you will get the very best from them. Their dough is slow-leavened for a great texture when baked and each panettone is shaped and scored by hand. Perfect for sharing on a Christmas evening.

For those who enjoy a tipple with a difference why not treat them to a bottle of Villa Massa Limoncello (can be purchased from SousChef) The Limoncello is made in Sorrento, Italy and is produced using lemons grown only in the towns of the Sorrentine Peninsula, and on the Island of Capri, in Southern Italy. Thanks to the Mediterranean climate of the area the peel grows thick and fragrant and is rich in the essential oils that give the drink its unique flavour.

For those who are looking for makeup storage this Christmas, a two-tier makeup case would be a great gift for them. The case has plenty of space for cosmetics and brushes and the removable dividers included can be moved to create storage space tailored to your items. There’s enough to make up to six small grids for small hair accessories, watches,  or fewer, larger compartments for things like make-up and hairbrushes.

Beauty lovers would be over the moon to find the sleek and lightweight Hollywood X-Press mirror under the Christmas tree. It’s a handy, portable solution to great make-up lighting, and fits easily in your handbag or hand luggage when travelling. The mirror gives you the perfect diffuse light and you can choose between warm light or daylight, adjust your viewing angle and recharge it from your tablet.

If you’ve a cyclist on your buying list then The Orb is the present for them this year. It is designed to help keep you safe and seen from the side at night. The Orb is a water bottle with a difference – it also lights up thanks to its lid containing four super-bright LEDs. It is USB rechargeable and has 8 hours constant battery life or 16 hours when using the flashing mode.

Voted ‘best hairdryer’, the label.m professional Tourmaline Hairdryer is the perfect gift this Christmas. The label.m Tourmaline White Dryer is ultra-lightweight and benefits from a handle that has anti-slip and anti-burn stripes. This professional dryer has dual speed and heat settings and a cold shot button. 

If a pair of straighteners are on a Christmas list then the label.m Titanium Pro-50 Styling Iron would make the perfect gift this Christmas. They are perfect for creating any look, from smooth and sleek to curls and waves. They have pro-variable temperature control to protect hair from damage. Compared to ceramic plates which can deteriorate and cause pulling and dragging, floating plates ensure maximum contact and even heat transfer for faster styling in fewer strokes. They heat up to 235 °C in seconds and the 2 ceramic heaters transmit negative ions to keep your hair frizz and static-free. The straighteners come with a free heat resistant mat/travel pouch,

An Amazing Mystery Box would make a great Christmas present this year. If you have Marvel, DC, Pokemon, Dr Who, Disney Princess fans or other popular tv shows/films on your list this is the gift that gives a lot. Each box contains a number of mystery items. You can buy one off boxes or a subscription service.

Dr Who fans are sure to love this Tardis desk tidy. It is made from wood, both doors on the front open as does the lid. It’s ideal for storing pens and pencils or small stationery items like scissors and erasers.

If you’ve someone asking for a curling brush this Christmas the Revamp Progloss Perfect Finish brush would make a lovely gift. The brush heats up quickly and has 5 heat settings. Its ceramic barrel ensures that the heat is distributed evenly and quickly throughout the brush. Simply select your desired temperature between 150°C – 210°C. The brush has retractable bristles to give gentle tension and control for a perfectly smooth and polished style. It has an auto-shutoff after 72 minutes for added safety.

If items of activewear are on her list why not treat her to a sports bra and training pants. There is so much on offer you’d be spoilt for choice. This year I will be asking for a new sports bra and capri pants ready for my new exercise routine in the new year.

Who doesn’t love receiving new pyjamas for Christmas? Chelsea Peers has some awesome styles available this festive season. They have pyjamas, nightdresses, dressing gowns and more. They even have matching family sets and even sets that you can match with your pets.

Along with new pyjamas, a new dressing gown is always a welcome gift under the tree. This year all five of us have been treated to new pyjamas, dressing gowns and slippers. I can’t wait until Christmas Eve when we all get to shuggle up with a hot chocolate and a festive film.

Mary Berry fans will love this extra-special updated edition of Mary Berry Cooks Up A Feast. In this cookbook, Mary makes cooking for gatherings of family and friends easy, with over 160 recipes that work well for both small and large numbers of guests. You’ll discover how Mary cooks for her family and friends during the Christmas party season, and for other occasions and celebrations throughout the year. Recipes provide two sets of ingredients for serving either 6 or 12 guests, plus there is new advice on how to scale up recipes for any number.

For those who love to bake the limited edition, Salter Gingerbread Digital Kitchen Scales would be a great present. Simply place your ingredients in a bowl and weigh directly onto the scale without needing to wash up all the time. The scales have an easy to read large digit display and a slim design for neat storage.

For those that regularly use a laptop at home, a laptop table could be the perfect gift for them. This table will fit most standard-sized laptops and is sturdy but lightweight. It has an in-built drawer that you can store USB drives, pens and notepads. Its legs fold for transport or storage and are height adjustable for ease of use.

I hope the above suggestions will help with your Christmas shopping this year.

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