Best for: The curl curator

If they’ve been eyeing up an Airwrap for forever – or have an OG model that could use an upgrade – Dyson’s new Airwrap I.D. multi-styler and dryer is worth a look in. This amped up version offers bluetooth connection to the My Dyson app, allowing users to set personalised styling routines, including heat settings and attachment options for drying, curling, shaping and smoothing hair.

Key features:

• Six styling attachments
• Three heat and three speed settings
• 2.675m cord length
• Bluetooth connection for My Dyson app
• Gift set comes with detangling comb and storage case

Best for: The SPF lover

Supersize their SPF dreams with this 125ml edition of Ultra Violette’s cult Supreme Screen. The hydrating formula has a satin finish that layers well under make-up or can be worn on its own for a dewy fresh face. This limited edition extra-large size comes alongside a bunch of other seasonal must-haves that make for thoughtful stocking fillers.

Key features:

• Hydrating formula for daily wear
• Kakadu Plum and Dragosine Plus add antioxidant benefits
• 12ml limited edition size

Also available at:

• $72 from Ultra Violette
• $72 from Sephora

Best for: The Scandi-inspired styler

New PJs are a Christmas must. Plus, these chocolate brown satin boxers can be worn in or outside the house this summer. Treat them to a matching set of bra and undies, too. Or inspire them to layer their shorts with a button-down shirt and a pair of Salomon sneakers à la Scandi cool-girls.

Key features:

• Relaxed fit
• Logo detail ar waistband
• Matching underwear available

Best for: The barely-there BFF

US favourite Merit launched in Australia just in time for barely-there make-up season. If your sister or bestie is all about a less-is-more look, chances are they’ll love the brand’s five-minute face approach. This set features best-selling base products, including a serum that preps the skin for the ultimate glow.

Key features:

• Limited edition five piece set
• Vegan and cruelty-free formulas
• Made with recycled plastic

Best for: The kitchen #shelfie obsessive

Good glassware is an everyday essential – Our Place’s just-launched tableware collection includes sturdy, stackable glasses made partially from recycled glass and sand. The four-piece sets come in a range of colours that are perfect for their morning iced coffee, a summer afternoon spritz or bedside cup of water.

Key features:

• Four-piece set
• 0.35 L capacity
• Fully recyclable at end of life
• Dishwasher safe, restaurant grade

Best for: The New Bottega stan

Black cat eyes never go out of style. And this pair from Bottega Veneta’s sunglasses collection is particularly chic. Feed into their Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy wardrobe goals – they also come with a coveted branded case for protection.

Key features:

• Made in Japan
• Frames are Eastman Acetate Renew, an acetate with 27% recycled content
• Lenses made from polyamide with 39% bio-based content

Available at:

• $735 from Mytheresa
• $780 from Ssense

Best for: The scent collector

Citrus top notes bring a fresh spark to Chanel’s iconic N°5 fragrance. Encapsulated in sleek white packaging with a twist and spray mechanism, this set comes with two additional refills. It’s the perfect addition to their everyday purse or travel bag – scent carries so many memories and chances are they’ll think of you with every spritz.

Key features:

• Refillable twist and spray packaging
• 3×20 ml refills
• lemon, mandarin and orange top notes

Also available at:

• $238 from David Jones
• $238 from Myer

Best for: The beauty sleep aficionado

Silk pillowcases make the perfect addition to sleep and beauty routines. Hommey’s new collection of sumptuous designs comes in a range of solid and striped finishes that match back with the Melbourne brand’s crisp cotton bedding. Indulge their sweetest dreams with the aptly named Iced Chocolate or Rocky Road stripe styles.

Key features:

• 100% mulberry silk
• 48 x 73cm
• Envelope closure 
• Nine colourways

Best for: The It-bag lady

Ganni’s Bou Bag has staked its claim as a new icon. Made partially using recycled leather, the compact, structured design is finished with a braided top handle and golden butterfly motif, stamping its It-bag status. We’re currently obsessing over buttery yellow hues and predict our adoration will last long beyond this summer – there’s a bunch of colourways and finishes to choose from to match their personal style.

Key features:

• Recycled leather, polyurethane fibre and polyester outer
• Cotton lining
• Magnetic closure
• Adjustable and removable shoulder strap

Available at:

• $575 from Ssense
• $575 from Farfetch

Best for: The master of merch

Not all caps are made equal. This cotton baseball style has a subtly slouched finish that gives it vintage-inspired appeal. It’s finished with VWXX embroidered a the crown, which is a nod to Viktoria & Woods’ 20-year anniversary celebrations.

Key features:

• 100% cotton
• 6 panels
• Soft structured finish
• Adjustable back strap with metal buckle
• 20 year anniversary logo embroidery

Best for: The emotional support water bottle bestie

If they’ve got more Frank Green water bottles than they can carry, this is the perfect gift. The reusable water bottle brand has added a cactus “leather” bottle holder to its collection for hands-free carry. It comes in three sizes and four colourways to match with their favourite bottle(s).

Key features:

• Made from Desserto® Cactus Leather
• Adjustable strap
• Easy to grip and clean
• 335ml, 595ml and 1-litre sizes

Best for: The tomato girl summer fiend

Fancy soap is the height of indulgence. Treat them to this set of solid soap bars in Loewe’s Tomato Leaves fragrance for an expected botanical hit at their kitchen sink or in the bathroom. The scent recalls tomato vines just before they burst into fruit – a summery reminder for the whole year.

Key features:

• Contains exfoliating particles and skin-nourishing shea butter
• Two 125g soaps
• Fir balsam, oak moss, blackcurrant notes

Best for: The cheers that lasts

A bottle of champagne might feel like a lazy festive gift. But when it comes with a set of painted flutes like this pack from Perrier-Jouet, you’re onto a winner. Your lucky giftee can pull out these glasses whenever occasion strikes and will be reminded of the bespoke bubbles they came with.

Key features:

• Perrier-Jouet Belle Epoque cuvée
• 2 x Champagne flutes

Best for: The Instagram recipe saver

Do you send each other Instagram recipe reels on the daily but never actually get around to making them? This is a cook book they’ll actually use. We love Julia Busuttil Nishimura’s recipes, which are geared around great produce and simple instructions in order to create meals for all sorts of occasions. Make sure you score yourself an invite to their next dinner party to reap the rewards of your gift.

Key features:

• 264 pages of recipes
• Paperback cover

Also available at:

• $44.95 from Dymocks
• $29 from Big W

Best for: The backyard chef

Step aside Webber. Gozney is the new backyard superhero. The pizza oven maker has released its super-compact Arc XL oven in seasonal shades, including this sunset hue. It claims to cook restaurant-worthy pizzas in 60 seconds – that’s faster than you can even thinking about ordering in.

Key features:

• Gas pizza oven
• 530mm x 629mm x 342mm
• Stand and accessories sold separately

Best for: The espresso lover

Sabrina Carpenter has got espresso on everyone’s mind. And Breville’s Oracle Jet machine is here for it. The auto grind, dose and tamp features deliver barista-inspired beverages at the push of a couple of buttons. The auto MilQ function also offers up hands-free microfoam, with settings optimised for dairy, soy, almond and oat milk varieties.

Key features:

• 58mm stainless steel portafilter
• 480ml stainless steel milk jug
• 340g bean hopper
• 2.3L water tank
• 45 grind settings
• 10 pre-set recipes

Also available at:

• $3119.20 (usually $3899.00) from Myer
• $3299 from The Good Guys

Best for: The committed tablescaper

If their table settings are almost too good to eat at, they’ll adore these asparagus-shaped tapered candles from homewares favourite Maison Balzac. Each pack comes with a “bunch” of four candles that mimic crunchy green spears. A playful alternative for festive colour palettes.

Key features:

• Set of four 25cm candles
  Approximately 9 hours burn time each
  Base fits in a 2cm diameter candleholder
  100% plant based stearin wax with cotton wick (wax RSPO certified)

Also available at:

• $39 from David Jones

Best for: The active listener

From deep focus time to long-haul flights, Sonos have mastered comfortable, noise-cancelling overhead earphones. There’s the option to switch into Aware Mode when they need to keep track of surroundings. And the 30 hour battery means ample time to listen to their favourite records, catch up on podcasts and more.

Key features:

• Active noise cancellation
• 30-hour battery life
• Bluetooth, USB-C and 3.5mm cord
• Works with Apple and Android

Best for: The top drawer refresher

If you’re going to buy them undies, make them the best option out there. Nala’s Bio Butter fabric is made from a super soft and smooth nylon elastane blend, which is made from regenerative sources like corn. The high waisted style hugs in all the right places. But there’s a bunch of different cuts and wirefree bras to add to their top drawer rotation.

Key features:

• High rise
• 85% bio-based nylon, 15% elastane
• Cotton gusset
• Wide folded waistband

Best for: The treasure hunter

Add energy to their jewellery collection with this unique take on a T-bar necklace from Kirstin Ash. The Tigers Eye pendant is thought to offer courage or help ward off negativity. The fine 18-karat gold Vermeil chain can be worn alone or layered with other special pieces.

Key features:

• 18-karat gold Vermeil
• 16-17-18″ chain length
• Tigers Eye stone pendant

Best for: The stocking stuffer

These juicy little masks are the perfect pick-me-up for parched pouts. And a gift that reminds them to take a moment of self care holds power in its own right. Pop a pack of these in their stocking or gift as part of the office Secret Santa.

Key features:

• 6 pack of masks
• Hyaluronic Acid, Collagen, Strawberry and Watermelon extracts

Best for: The good hair day fans

The gift of good hair days is not to be taken lightly. This set from Davines features three of the brand’s best-selling products, including the cult Oi All in One Milk. It will leave them with hydrated hair that is silky and smooth. A priceless present.

Key features:

• Three piece set includes Oi shampoo, conditioner and All in One Milk
• Suitable for all hair types
• Protects hair from environmental damage

Best for: The tea enthusiast

Anissa Kermiche delivers the ultimate tea (set). This ceramic trio includes a tea pot and two cups with saucers shaped into the brand’s signature womanly forms. There’s also four curvaceous stainless steel teaspoons to complete the set.

Key features:

• Ceramic tea pot and cups with saucers
• Stainless steel teaspoons

Best for: The lip balm devotee

If they’re the type of person to pull a lip balm out of every pocket, this trio from Augustinus Bader will have them swooning. Made in collaboration with Sofia Coppola, the set includes three sheer but buildable shades that promise to nourish and plump.

Key features:

• Three shades of tinted balms
• Collaboration with Sofia Coppola
• Made with Shea butter, Vitamin E and Candelilla wax
• Includes Augustinus Bader’s TFC8® technology

Best for: The bookworm

If they’ve already devoured Sally Rooney’s Intermezzo and All I Ever Wanted Was to Be Hot by Lucinda “Froomes” Price, add this new release to their summer reading list and they’ll sing your praises. Set in Sydney, the storyline is revealed through dual narrators in a non-linear plot roll out with plenty of twists.

Key features:

• Out November 12
• 416 pages
• From the author of The Last Love Note

Also available at:

• $18 from Big W

Best for: The G&T drinker

Papa Salt Gin is the brain child of none other than Australian sweetheart Margot Robbie in partnership with her husband, Tom Ackerley, and their film industry friends Josey McNamara, Regan Riskas and Charlie Maas. This somewh pour is flavoured with wattleseed, pink peppercorn, zesty wax flower, hibiscus, citrus peel and a hint of oyster shell. It serves well with almost every mixer – or even on its own.

Key features

• Made in NSW
• 700ml bottle

Best for: The mermaidcore moment

Freshwater pearls are encased in silk strands that mimic netting on this elegant piece from Lucy Folk’s new collection. It’s giving mermaidcore in the best way possible. The design is inspired by the Pisces zodiac – it reflects the story of Venus and Cupid transforming into fish to escape the monster Typhoon.

Key features:

• Yellow gold-plated sterling silver chain
• Silk cord 
• 7x freshwater pearls
• 20cm total length, 5cm adjustable

Best for: The natural beauty maven

This multitasking formula can be used as an everyday balm or nourishing overnight mask. It promises to hydrate and repair the undereye area and lips with natural ingredients like shea butter, cranberry and cucumber.

Key features:

• Hydrate lips and eyes
• Plant-based formula
• Daily moisturising or overnight repair mask
• Glass jar with 100% aluminium lid

Also available at:

• $45 from The Iconic

Best for: The almond oil fanatic

If you want to spread the Christmas joy over 27 days, this Advent calendar from L’occitane will do the trick. It includes five full-sized products, including two of the brand’s iconic hand creams. This is for the person in your life who always smells like the sweet but subtle scent of almond oil. IYKYK.

Key features:

• 27 products, including five full size
• Skincare, hair care and fragrance

Best for: The water babe

Baina’s towels are a statement on style and sustainability. Made from organic double looped terry cloth, each piece elevates daily rituals, from ocean swims to long hot baths. This design might be called a pool towel but there’s nothing stopping them from using it in their bathroom – gift a full set if you’re feeling extra generous.

Key features:

• 100% organic cotton
• 90 x 170 cm

Best for: The cossie connoisseur

A new cossie is a summer staple. And this one-piece from Sir gives off bikini energy without worrying about losing your suit in the waves. The red and brown polka-dot print has subtle retro energy. They can also style this cut-out design with a skirt or pants for a bodysuit moment.

Key features:

• 76% Nylon 24% Spandex
• Adjustable front tie
  Medium coverage
• Fully lined

Best for: The timeless with a twist

A classic pair of hoops is a timeless gift. Sydney brand Sarah & Sebastian adds charm to a simple silhouette, finish this 18-karat gold pair with with a twisted look that is inspired by designer Sarah Munro’s childhood memories of foraging for pipis and the impression their shells left.

Key features:

• 18-karat yellow gold
• High polish finish
• Approximately 3mm thick
• Approximately 20mm internal diameter
• Secured with clicking clasp

Best for: The blush addict

Blush blindness? We don’t know her. This limited edition set of Westman Atelier’s buttery blush sticks is the perfect gift for your most fashionably flushed friend. Whether they’re all over Boyfriend blush or prefer a more subtle wash of colour, this trio will be a welcome addition to their routine.

Key features:

• Petite Baby Cheeks Blush Stick in Petal, Poppet and Mimi
• Jojoba seed oil and raspberry leaf stem cell extract boost hydration

Best for: The chic caffeinator

Level up their morning shot with this ultra-chic espresso cup from Service Projects. The now Copenhagen-based brand draws inspiration from restaurants and cafes around the world to inform its collection of homewares. The Italian design vibes are high in this stainless steel three-piece set.

Key features:

• Stainless steel
• Dishwasher Safe
• 90ml
• Engraved logo

Best for: The self-care hero

Lighting a candle can bring so much simple joy. This new fragrance from Le Labo smells like being in a cabin deep in the woods – the brand sees it as an antidote to burnout without leaving the comfort of your home. We think it brings a subtle whiff of festive charm, too.

Key features:

• Notes: geranium, amber and marine
• Approximately 60 hour burn time
•  100% soy wax and a pure cotton wick

Also available at:

• $144 from Mecca

Best for: The bedtime routiner

If their phone is on ‘Do not disturb’ by 9pm and they’re telling you about their new nightly magnesium routine, this is the gift set to give. Kit’s Good Night Balm and Unwind Body Balm duo cocoon the body in a hydrating and rejuvenating blend of botanicals.

Key features:

• Good Night Balm is enriched with tea-tree oil
• Unwind Body Balm is enriched with magnesium

Available at:

• $82 from Mecca