This year has been a year of heartache. I like to set a theme for my gift guides, and ‘peace’ seemed to be the most fitting this year. The holidays are traditionally a time to come together with loved ones, and consider those who deserve love shared with them too. In my mind, that’s the millions of refugees fleeing from conflict – from Gaza, to Sudan and South Sudan, to Ukraine. So, my gift guide covers gifts that provide peace; giving recipients a moment to pause, as well as those supporting refugee charities, makers, and artisans.
There are gifts for everyone in this guide – from lovely ornaments to luxurious cosmetics, festive furnishings to sumptuous scents – and across a range of budgets too. I hope you’ll find something for a loved one from this guide, or consider looking at sites these are from and finding your own perfect presents.
Budget Gifts for Peace
From top left: Made 51 Peaceful Dove Ornament £11, Blue Nude Silk Headband £28, Brass Mistletoe Ornament £25, Made 51 Star of Unity Ornament £11, Kingdom Scotland Perfume Discovery Set £25, Choose Love T-shirt £25, Nemi Teas Glass Jar £10, Peper Harrow Bed Socks* £15, Zaytoun Olive Oil Soap Gift Set £20, Vent for Change Reclaim A5 Notebook £12, Sevin London Mini Treat Gift Set £28, Cosy Panda Mini Teddy Hot Water Bottle* £30
For my budget gifts, I’ve selected 12 presents all under £30. The iconic Choose Love t-shirt supports displaced communities around the world, while artisanal teas from Nemi Teas and olive oil soaps from Zaytoun are made by refugees. There’s also sustainable scents from Kingdom Scotland, a mini treat Gift Set from Sevin, and a cosy hot water bottle to spread some inner peace.
Spotlight on: MADE51
Since writing my gift guide supporting refugees in 2021, I’ve returned every year to MADE51 for beautiful gifts to feature. MADE51 was established in 2018 by UNHCR, the UN Refugee Agency, to create that opportunity through the handmade sector. They support displaced makers and artisans to earn a living by creating clothes, homewares, and decorations, all of which are so beautifully done. Having the opportunity to work and earn a living is one of the most effective ways people can rebuild their lives with dignity, so it’s a pleasure to showcase them across this guide. Shop MADE51 →
Midrange Gifts For Peace
From top left: Dip & Doze Organic Cotton Towelling Robe £70, Ayten Gasson Silk Camisole £74 and French Knicker £46, Nailberry Discovery Set £35, Sarah Musa Silk & Cotton Poppyseed Keffiyeh £62, Oubas Lambswool Mittens £38, Dr Hauschka Relaxed Soul Gift Set £43, Overture London Evoking Margaux Candle £58, Sana Jardin Berber Blonde Candle* £48, Peugeot Upcycled Salt & Pepper Mills £75, Made 51 Herati Candlestick £45, Made 51 Limestone Scarf £55
Here you’ll find gorgeous gifts promoting peace under £100. My personal picks have to be the Dip & Doze Organic Cotton Robe, which I wear out of the shower everyday and feel so cosy in, and the Overture London Margaux Candle, which adds a little glamour to my living room. I also had to include my Peugeot Salt & Pepper Mills, made from salvaged wood, as I love cooking with these. On my personal wishlist is the Sarah Musa silk scarf – peace personnified.
Luxury Gifts for Peace
From top left: Green & Spring Gift Set £95, Aurum Forget Me Not Necklace £158, Wellicious Diamond White Yoga Top* £79 and Yoga Pants* £129, Bang & Olufson Second-Hand Headphones £150, Made 51 Patchwork Voile Embroidered Scarf £155, Loué Studio Mano Pochette £490, Anatome Expression Eau de Parfum £125, Monarc Suitor Chain Bracelet £106, Ethical Silk Company Silk Pyjamas £245, Love Welcomes Knitted Blanket £100, Panda London Hybrid Bamboo Pillows* £180, House on the Moon Meditation Cushion £120
Finally, gifts for peace for someone special. These luxury gifts range from £100 to £500, and each would make someone very happy. My yoga practice feels extra special when I wear my white Wellicious set. Similarly, the suitor chain bracelet was a gift from my partner a few years ago, and I wear it everyday for love and protection. For the ultimate relaxation, there’s the Green & Spring Gift Set, whose scent I adore. And for a wonderful night’s rest, don’t skip the Panda London bedding.
Feeling inspired? Let me know which gifts for peace made it onto your wishlist!
