Cat’s Gift-Giving Guide 2024: Quirky, Sweet, and Completely “You”

Ah, the festive season: a time for joy, love, and the yearly existential crisis of what on Earth to gift your nearest and dearest. Fear not, darlings, for your fairy gift mother (that’s me!) has assembled the quirkiest, cutest, and most heart-thumpingly delightful selection of presents to make your loved one’s swoon. Prepare to become everyone’s fav gift-giver—and maybe snag a little something for yourself.

For the Nostalgic Snap-Happy Friend

Fujifilm Instax Mini 12 ($109)
The Instax Mini is basically the cool kid of instant cameras—she’s retro, she’s sleek, and she doesn’t leave you fiddling with film rolls like a rookie in a 90s rom-com. Perfect for capturing blurry late-night giggles or artistic attempts at “candid” shots of your dog.  Bonus: The pastel shades are an aesthetic moment all on their own.

Gift it to your artsy bestie, or, you know, casually leave it on the coffee table during Friendsgiving and watch your guests turn into amateur photographers.

For the Friend Who’s Obsessed With Their Skin (and Yours)

The Know-It-All Bundle ($169)
If skincare were a sport, this bundle is the Olympic medallist. It includes The Know’s cult cleanser, Well Gell, and the dreamy Skin Pro Oil, promising to make your skin look so good even your Zoom camera will feel intimidated.  Also included is a set of Eye-Lighter after an All Nighter eye masks, Miyagi Cloths and the most beautiful moisturiser you’ve ever tried (and oh, the smell!) the Face to Base.

This one’s ideal for that friend who texts you things like, “Are you double-cleansing though?” or, “SPF is the fountain of youth, babe.” Wrap it up with a cheeky note that says, “To keep your glow as fabulous as your gossip.”

For the Tech-Obsessed Trendsetter

Ray-Ban Meta Wayfarer Glasses ($449)
These glasses are like the chic love child of style and tech. Sure, they look like classic Wayfarers, but they’re also equipped with Meta smarts that let you take calls, listen to music, and snap pics—all without reaching for your phone.

Gift these to the friend who’s always multitasking—think podcast in one ear, life advice in the other—or the person who perpetually runs late but always looks effortlessly cool.

For the Thoughtful Romantic

Papier Personalised Note Cards ($64.35 for 15)
Nothing says “I adore you” like handwritten notes on luxurious stationery. These Papier beauties come with customisable designs and envelopes, so you can channel your inner Jane Austen (minus the unheated mansions and societal restrictions).

Perfect for that friend who always remembers birthdays, or for someone who needs a nudge to pen more than just grocery lists.  A handwritten “thank you” never goes out of style, after all.

And for Me?

Okay, so here’s the dream: the Stella McCartney Ryder Bag in Black. I saw the campaign featuring Aussie icon Sarah Snook, and let’s just say, I was “Succession”-level shooketh.  It’s sleek, cruelty-free, and screams “I’ve made it.”

Is it in the budget this year? TBD.  But Santa, if you’re listening, I’ve been very good (like, “refilled the Brita filter without being asked” good).

So, there you have it, folks—gifts with personality, pizzazz, and plenty of heart.  Here’s to a holiday season filled with thoughtful giving, cheeky indulgences, and maybe one Stella McCartney bag under the tree.  You know, if Santa’s feeling particularly generous.

Happy gifting!