Gifts for Women Who Love Good Design

If you’re knee-deep in holiday shopping and the pressure is on to find something that’s not boring, not basic, and definitely not last-minute vibes, we got you. Whether it’s your romantic partner, your sister-in-law, or a design-obsessed friend, this is your shortcut to Christmas gifts that’ll actually get used (and loved).

From cute picks under $50 to pieces that bring a modern update to any space, these are the trending gifts for the ones who care about what goes on their shelves as much as what’s in their hearts.

Gifts for Women: Top Picks Under $50

It’s not about how much you spend, it’s about choosing a Christmas gift that feels thoughtful and fun. Here are the playful, personality-packed pieces they’ll unwrap with excitement:

Everybody Spice Grinder ($48): Quirky, colorful, and the kind of kitchen tool that doubles as interior design. If functional art is their thing, the Everybody Spice Grinder is a must. It’s one of those gift ideas that combines form and function so seamlessly. With a chunky wooden silhouette and eye-popping graphics, this grinder takes seasoning to a whole new level. Its patterns and bold shape make it an instant design favourite, perfect for the friend who hosts effortlessly cool dinner parties or someone who just likes their salt and pepper to look as good as they taste. At $48, it slots neatly into our Christmas gifts under $50 edit, and trust us, it’ll be used (and talked about) daily. For folks who appreciate a modern update on everyday objects, this one’s a no-brainer.

Tutti Frutti Cup ($48): Like a party in a glass. It’s giving serotonin in cup form. The Tutti Frutti Cup is what happens when playful meets practical. It’s the kind of piece that doesn’t just hold juice, it holds attention. With a bold palette and a cheeky smiley face, it’s the little detail that makes morning orange juice feel special or elevates that late-night herbal tea ritual. Whether you’re shopping for a gift for xmas girlfriend, a design-forward friend, or just want to liven up someone’s kitchen cupboard, this cup delivers. Plus, the glass quality is sturdy without being bulky, and it’s dishwasher-safe because beauty shouldn’t be a hassle. It also hits that sweet spot for gifts under $50, making it one of our most-loved trending gifts. On its own, it’s a joyful moment. In a set? It’s a party.

Martini Coasters Set ($50): Cocktail hour just got a lot cuter. The Martini Coasters Set is here to save your tables and upgrade your happy hours. With bright citrus-inspired shapes and saturated colours, they bring personality to even the simplest setups. These linen coasters are playful without being kitsch, durable without being dull. Perfect for the cocktail enthusiast or the iced coffee devotee, this set makes a subtle yet bold statement. And unlike mass-produced options, they’ve been crafted with a focus on quality & durability. This is one of those Christmas gifts ideas that’s fun, functional, and totally unexpected. Ideal for a Christmas Eve box, office Secret Santa, or simply treating your romantic partner to something low-key special. The set adds a moment of levity to any room and proves that home gifts don’t have to be boring.

Veggie Patch Candles Set ($40): For the veggie lovers or anyone who lights a candle every night like a ritual. Featuring asparagus, tomato, and other veggie shapes, this set brings a playful energy to your table. It’s a refreshing gift idea for people who love unexpected design twists, especially those who treat their homes as creative canvases. Whether you’re gifting to a plant lover, a foodie, or someone who collects conversation starters, these are a solid pick. And if you’re going for something unique for a Xmas gift wife or a design-savvy friend? These will do the trick.

Everybody Kitchen Timer ($48): Who knew time could look this fun? Sure, most people use their phone to time things but that’s exactly why the Everybody Kitchen Timer feels like a gift. It’s tactile, analog, and way more charming than a generic phone alarm. With its playful colour combo and retro-inspired shape, it’s both cute and surprisingly useful. Whether it lives in the kitchen or on a desk as a gentle nudge to stay on task, it does its job with style. This is one of those gift ideas that feels thoughtful without being over-the-top and is perfect for the person who has everything, or the one who values the joy in small details. And yes, it actually ticks, which adds just the right amount of vintage charm. Bonus: it looks adorable next to the Everybody Spice Grinder.

 These are perfect as a gift for xmas girlfriend, gift ideas sister in law, Xmas gift wife situations or just to add to your Christmas Eve box stash.

Beautifully Designed, Functional Home Gifts

Skip the mass-produced stuff and go for timeless pieces that spark conversation. These home gifts aren’t just pretty—they’re practical and come with a hefty dose of personality.

Utensils Set ($95): The Serving Friends Utensils Set takes your everyday cutlery drawer from dull to design-savvy. With bold silhouettes and eye-catching forms, this set is the embodiment of turning mealtime into a mini celebration of good taste. Designed with comfort and aesthetics in mind, each piece feels weighty and balanced, making them a joy to use daily or bring out for special occasions. They’re a go-to for anyone who appreciates details and good design. These are ideal home gifts, especially for food lovers, hosts, or anyone giving their space a modern update.

Margo Throw Pillow Cover ($80): An instant design aesthetic lift for any sofa. Bold and refreshingly graphic, the Margo Throw Pillow Cover is designed by artist Marc David Spengler and stands out without overpowering. Its thoughtful balance of geometric and warm, grounding tones and punchy contrast makes it a quiet scene-stealer on any sofa or bed. It’s one of those pieces that brings a space together, and for the interior-obsessed friend or your design-curious romantic partner, it makes for one of our top picks this season. Made with care from durable textile components, it reflects our values of quality, longevity, and artistic expression.

Dumont Throw Blanket ($250): Soft, stunning, and packed with personality. Our woven blankets are made with recycled content (25% recycled materials from cotton, and designed to live in your space for the long haul.

Burbuja Bathmat ($75): Bathmats don’t get nearly enough love. With its bubbly texture, cushy feel, and high-contrast colours, the Barbuda Bathmat is made from 100% organic cotton. It's soft underfoot but built to last, giving it serious staying power in busy bathrooms. Perfect for gifting to someone who just moved, renovated, or simply deserves better under their toes. It’s one of those gift ideas that blends creativity with wellness, offering both form and function in equal measure.

These also make perfect Anniversary Birthday Gifts, they’ll use them daily and think of you.

Gift Ideas That Feel Luxe (Under $100)

If your person is all about details, textures, and “where did you get that?” moments—these are your go-tos:

Serving Friends - Hands ($55): Salad servers, but make them sculptural. Salad servers don’t have to be boring and the Serving Friends - Hands prove it. These sculptural utensils bring a dose of personality to the table, while still being practical. Crafted from smooth wood and shaped like playful hands, they add flair to every meal and function as standalone art pieces when not in use. They're ideal for anyone who hosts, loves to style a spread, or just appreciates everyday objects with a twist. These are part of our trending gifts because they blend functionality and fun a combo that never misses. Gifting them means you’re giving something useful, but also a conversation starter. As part of our design-forward Christmas gift range, this pick feels special without trying too hard, and fits seamlessly into our slow-living, joy-first ethos. Pair them with a beautiful bowl or a bottle of wine and you’ve nailed it.

Zig Zag Serving Platter ($88): Adds a wavy pop to any dinner table. The Zig Zag Serving Platter is the opposite of ordinary. With its wavy edges and striking design, it’s a showstopper that also happens to be a kitchen essential. Whether piled with fresh pastries, cheese and crackers, or left empty as a sculptural centrepiece, it holds its own. This platter is for the entertainer who likes to make a statement or for someone who appreciates objects that look as good off-duty as they do in action. A Christmas gift like this checks a lot of boxes: functional, beautiful, unique, and most importantly memorable. It blends seamlessly into any table setup and works all year round, not just during the holidays. Plus, the craftsmanship is solid, so it’s built to last through many seasons of celebration. A thoughtful gift for a design-minded friend, partner, or family member who deserves something that looks great and works even better.

Everything Nice Butter Dish ($60): Butter has never looked this good. The Everything Nice Butter Dish brings sculptural charm to an everyday staple, proving that form and function can absolutely be best friends. With its bubbly lid and smooth, wavy base, it feels like something out of a dream kitchen but it’s real, practical, and ready to be gifted. Perfect for that person who appreciates good design in the tiniest of details, this dish makes breakfast routines feel elevated. It’s a low-effort, high-impact gift idea that slots into a Christmas Eve box, housewarming gift list, or even a holiday shopping splurge for yourself. 



Serving Friends Board ($55): Snack board meets art piece. At first glance, the Serving Friends Board looks like a piece of art. And that’s kind of the point. Made with smooth contours and a warm wood finish, this board brings elegance to every snack situation. It’s the kind of piece that makes cheese look fancier and crackers taste better. It’s compact enough to use every day, but its visual weight means it shines during special occasions. Whether styled on a kitchen shelf or laid out on the table during a casual get-together, it has that quiet wow-factor people remember. This makes it one of our top Christmas gifts ideas for food lovers who care just as much about presentation as they do about flavour. A classic that doesn’t blend in.

Pour Over Carafe ($68): For the design-conscious caffeine enthusiast. Coffee routines don’t get chicer than this. The Pour Over Carafe is an upgrade for anyone who treats their brew as a ritual. With clean lines, beautiful proportions, and a glass construction that looks delicate but feels solid, it’s the kind of object that brings calm to chaos. For those who prefer slow mornings, work-from-home setups with style, or simply a more beautiful way to get their caffeine, this is a clear winner. It’s one of our favourite gifts for women who find joy in the details. This carafe is also a thoughtful pick for couples making it a great Xmas gift for wife, a partner, or even yourself. It’s part of a bigger story of slow living and aesthetic daily function, which is what we’re all about.

Rita Bathmat ($75): A playful textile component that brightens any bathroom. The Rita Bathmat proves once and for all that your bathroom doesn’t have to be beige and boring. With bold colour blocking and soft texture, this mat adds serious personality to a typically forgotten space. Made with plush cotton and strong backing, it’s a piece that feels as good underfoot as it looks under the sink. This is a go-to gift idea for anyone mid-reno, or just obsessed with thoughtful, joyful design in every room. It also reflects our commitment to better textile components since it's made from 100% Organic cotton and crafted with durability in mind. It’s a feel-good, practical piece that adds instant playful energy.

Elyse Throw Pillow Cover ($75): Because one can never have too many cushions. Add the Elyse Throw Pillow Cover to any living space and it instantly feels more pulled together. Designed with a mix of calm tones and striking shapes, it walks the line between subtle and bold effortlessly. The texture is just right not too soft, not too structured, and it pairs beautifully with neutrals, colours, and even clashing patterns. A great option for a design-curious friend who’s not afraid of layering, this cover is one of those gift ideas that feel elevated but still personal. It’s made to last, crafted with quality textile components and careful attention to detail.

These make perfect anniversary birthday gifts or a Christmas gift.

Aesthetic Gifts

Sometimes you need something that screams “you’re cool and I get your vibe.” These picks do just that:

Prawn Cocktail Platter ($139): Playful, punchy, and almost too good to cover with food, the Prawn Cocktail Platter is not your average serving dish. With its retro-inspired colour scheme and unique form, this piece is made to be noticed. Whether stacked with actual shrimp or used to serve snacks, fruit, or pastries, it brings an instant dose of joy to the table. Designed to spark conversation, it’s one of our trending gifts for people who love a good statement piece. It pairs perfectly with our Serving Friends Flowers and Cheese Knives Set, so you can bundle it up for an unforgettable Christmas gift. This one’s ideal for a design-obsessed friend, an art-loving sibling, or that gift ideas sister in law moment where you want something cool and unexpected.

Bedside Carafe & Glass ($75): Sleek, minimal, and made to impress. The Bedside Carafe & Glass is the definition of functional elegance. Perfect for nightstands, desks, or even a sunlit corner of the kitchen, this piece makes hydration feel elevated. With a sleek silhouette and a clever stacking design, it doubles as decor when not in use. It’s one of those gifts for women that feels extra thoughtful, especially for someone who loves slow mornings, evening rituals, or minimalist design done right. Whether you’re gifting a friend who just moved into a new space, or a romantic partner who loves beautiful essentials, this is a subtle yet standout choice. And let’s be honest: no one wants to get up in the middle of the night for water. This carafe keeps it close, looks good doing it, and fits effortlessly into any modern update to the bedroom or home office. Add this to your shortlist for Christmas gifts that blend utility and aesthetic.

Serving Friends - Flowers ($55): Design-forward and unexpectedly practical, the Serving Friends Flowers cocktail stirrers are for anyone who likes their salad with a side of personality. These sculptural stir sticks come in vibrant floral forms and instantly add life to a dinner party. They’re perfect for design lovers, entertainers, or anyone who lives for the little details. 

Everybody Clock ($95): A statement piece for any wall. The Everybody Clock takes a functional essential and turns it into something unexpectedly delightful. With its graphic face and bold, oversized form, this clock brings playfulness to timekeeping (no app required). Whether hung in the kitchen, propped on a bookshelf, or gifted to a creative who’s always running a few minutes late, it’s an aesthetic upgrade to an everyday item. More than just décor, it’s a daily-use object that adds energy and personality to any room. It’s also super easy to hang, so it won’t collect dust while waiting to be installed. This is one of our top picks for thoughtful, unconventional gift ideas - something useful that won’t feel like an obligation. Perfect for students, creatives, or anyone who appreciates a bold design move. If you're on the hunt for a Christmas gift that nails both function and fun, this clock is your time to shine.

 Cheese Knives Set ($75): The finishing touch to their cheese board game. There’s something wildly satisfying about a beautiful cheese board and the Cheese Knives Set takes that satisfaction up a notch. Each knife in the trio features a different, vividly coloured handle, giving your spread an immediate dose of playfulness. But these aren’t just cute, they’re well-balanced, sturdy, and built to last. Whether slicing brie or hacking through a parmesan block, these knives are ready for it. They pair beautifully with our Serving Friends Board or Zig Zag Platter, making them ideal as a bundle or standalone Christmas gift. We love them for hosts, foodies, or anyone whose idea of romance involves wine, carbs, and colour-coded cutlery. A standout Xmas gift for girlfriend or even a casual “just because” option for yourself, this set is functional, fun, and unapologetically bold. It’s everything a good holiday shopping pick should be.



Hawkins Knit Blanket ($240): A functional art piece made with love and designed by artist Severin Millet. Bright, expressive, and wildly comfortable, it’s a visual statement that also happens to be the softest thing in the room. Ideal for gifting to someone who appreciates daring design, geometric moments, or simply likes to wrap themselves in art. It’s one of our go-to picks for a Xmas gift wife or partner who loves art.

P.S. The gifting team behind these pieces includes the Slowdown gift guide curators who know what hits and what misses.

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FAQs: Gifts for Women Edition

Q: What kind of gifts do women genuinely appreciate receiving?
A: Thoughtful ones! Personal, well-designed, and intentional. Whether it’s a home upgrade or a funny coaster set, it’s the feeling behind it that counts.

Q: What type of gifts are women looking for?
A: Something they wouldn’t buy for themselves, but are secretly obsessed with. Useful + good design = magic combo.

Q: What are unique gifts for women that stand out from typical presents?
A: Pieces with personality like the Everybody Clock or Veggie Patch Candles. Things that feel fun and functional.

Q: Advice on Xmas gift for the wife?
A: Elevated everyday pieces are a safe choice like the Dumont Throw Blanket or Pour Over Carafe. It’s about beauty in the little things.

Q: What to get my girlfriend for Christmas?
A: Try the Tutti Frutti Cup or Bedside Carafe. Sweet, stylish, and special without trying too hard.

Final Word: You Can’t Go Wrong with a Little Personality

Whether it’s a colorful coaster or a joyful wall clock, these picks are all about leaning into their vibe.

Explore the full range on our online store and let the Slowdown gift guide curators help you cross off your list in style.

Happy gifting!