Sourcing the perfect housewarming gift can pose a unique challenge.
Not only do we want to present our loved ones with a gift that is special, but also one that they will actually use. However, it can be difficult to strike that balance.
There’s always the utilitarian approach as well as the novelty/gag options, but for a timeless gift that is equal parts chic, original and useful, here are some ideas for every kind of pal.
The Eco Queen
Reusable Shopping Bags
Baggu Reusable Shopping Bag, $19; knapstore.com.au
Beeswax Wraps
Apiary Made Australian Aboriginal Artists Assorted Wraps, $40; apiarymade.com.au
Apartment-friendly Compost Bin
Davis & Waddell Jenson Compost Bin, $49.95; templeandwebster.com.au
The Foodie Friend Cookbooks
La Buvette: Recipes & Wine Notes From Paris by Camille Fourmont and Kate Leahy, $38.95; booktopia.com.au
A Linen Apron
In Bed 100% Linen Apron, $38; inbedstore.com
Hand Blender
Kitchenaid KHB2569 Artisan Hand Blender, $269; davidjones.com
Artisinal Foods
Pepe Saya Cultured Butter, $8.50; pepesaya.com.au
The Hostess Wine Packs
Start Today Wine Pack, $60; drnks.com
Puzzles and Board Games
Piecework Forbidden Fruit Puzzle, $50AUD approx.; pieceworkpuzzles.com
Cheese Board
Marble Basics Cheese Paddle, $90; sayitwithflowers.com.au
The Stylish One Candlestick Holders
Hay Flare Candle Holder in Pink, $65; hayshop.com.au
Glassware
R+D.Lab X Lee Mathews Luise Wine Glass Set of 2, $172; matchesfashion.com.au
Coffee Table Books
Thames & Hudson Prada Catwalk Coffee Table Book, $100; davidjones.com
Chic Tableware
In The Roundhouse Merci Plate, $29; intheround.house
The Tech Buff Speakers
Sonos x HAY Limited Edition Speakers, $299; sonos.com.au
Wireless Charging Pad
Belkin BoostUp Wireless Charging Pad, $44.95; jbhifi.com.au
Air Purifier
Dyson Pure Hot+Cool Purifier Fan and Heater, $899; dyson.com.au
The Homebody Throw Rug
Jardan Alfie Poppy Blanket, $252; jardan.com.au
Doormat
Beija Flor Rainbow Jute Oval Doormat, $89; templeandwebster.com.au
Robes
Sleeper Cream Linen Robe, $145; the-sleeper.com
The Spiritual Guru Smudge Stick
Orchard St Sage Stick, $21; orchardstreet.com.au
Crystal Bottle Openers
CAW Crystal Bottle Openers, $49; cawlife.com
The Friend Who Has Everything Elevated Room Spray
Byredo Fleur Fantome Room Spray, $151; mecca.com.au
Coasters
Amara Terrazzo Coasters, $33; amara.com.au
Incense Holder
Maison Balzac Pebble Incense Holder, $29; maisonbalzac.com
