Struggling to find the perfect Christmas gifts for your design-obsessed friends?
You're already on the right track: a designer gift, besides being pleasant to look at, can also improve the daily life of the recipient.
The secret to a designer gift that's sure to please? Touch the sweet spot of the person you're giving it to. Make the gift speak to their personality or passion, and the package will become truly memorable .
Here are eleven proposals that tell the stories of unique people, accompanied by a special piece.
1. For the minimalist of the home jungle: Altea round planter
Perfect for the friend who transforms every corner of the house into a small garden and who is moved by every new leaf born from her beloved plants, the Altea Tonda planter is suitable for both indoors and outdoors.
The minimal design and circular profile enhance the beauty of the plants .
It is ideal for those who love to cultivate a corner of the jungle at home, with an eye for style.
2. For the devotee of Zen relaxation: Moon incense holder
With a minimalist, Nordic feel, the Moon incense holder is the perfect gift for a friend who loves incense and a Zen atmosphere. The steel saucer catches the ash, while the wooden sphere adds elegance, creating an unforgettable visual and olfactory experience .
3. For those who collect moments: Plico frame
The Plico frame is an invitation to preserve precious memories. Ideal for the official amateur photographer of any occasion, the friend who keeps photos of every Easter Monday, August 15th, birthday, Christmas, trip, or dinner out.
A colorful frame is perfect for collecting the most evocative shots, matching perfectly with the home palette .
For the design addict who believes in the evocative power of a simple image, Plico is a refined and versatile gift.
4. For that neat and creative person: Everyday Box
Creativity and order seem incompatible?
Perhaps you don't know that behind every artistic genius lies a person who jealously guards all the precious materials needed to create their masterpieces.
In particular, imaginative people greatly appreciate organizers that are designed to be practical .
Everyday Box is a minimalist container, perfect for holding pens, crochet hooks, yarn needles, paper clips, beads, paints, or jewelry. It's divided into compartments to suit every need and features a handy handle that doubles as a display for washi tape, bracelets, hair ties, and many other small items scattered across every creative's work surface.
5. For the sommelier friend: Tongue bottle holder
For the person who enjoys the first taste of a freshly opened bottle of wine, the one who lets their taste buds speak with mastery and who considers wine a true art, the Tongue bottle holder becomes the means through which to create a small personal gallery.
The modularity allows you to let your imagination run wild, creating a wall with a unique look, which transforms each bottle into a work of art to be displayed .
It's a gift that adds character to the kitchen, living room, or, for those who have one, a private cellar/tasting area.
6. For the food-loving architect: Rialto spice rack
Rialto is a spice rack that evokes the architectural charm of the Venetian bridge, combining steel and recycled wood. The perfect gift for your trusted designer or architect, who, in addition to creating dream homes, also designs and prepares delicious recipes.
In addition to being functional, Rialto is a decorative element that adds a touch of sophistication to any kitchen .
7. For the vintage jewelry fan (and not only): Aura jewelry box
For those who announce their arrival with the tinkling of their bracelets, or those who can't resist a vintage hair accessory or a pair of sparkling earrings, a jewelry box with a mirror is a small work of art. With its hidden compartments and wood and steel lid, this treasure chest is ideal for those who appreciate a nostalgic aesthetic reinterpreted with a contemporary twist .
Practical on one hand and poetic on the other, Aura is the perfect designer gift for those seeking style and functionality.
8. For the detail lover: Plu Umbrella Stand
For that person who lives with their nose in the air, who gets lost in the details of every interior and who discovers a new detail with every glance, for those who spend time pondering even what seems like the easiest choice to you, Plu is the perfect gift.
Yes, because the practical details deserve attention.
Thanks to its lightweight design and handle, it's easy to move and adds a touch of elegance to your entryway . It's a smart and practical idea.
9. For the metropolitan traveler: Marinella shower caddy
For those with a hectic, constantly on-the-go lifestyle, short breaks, like taking a shower, are sacred moments worth living to the fullest to recharge your batteries.
A practical and designer object like a spacious shower caddy is ideal for those who consider the bathroom a small refuge.
The Marinella shower caddy is a shower caddy that easily hangs on the shower stall without drilling or gluing.
With its compartments that avoid stagnation and wavy details, it is an object that gives order and style . Give it to those seeking an oasis of comfort even in moments of daily relaxation.
10. For those passionate about reading and art history: the Portici shelf
The Portici shelf is designed for those seeking an unforgettable design piece. Designed to showcase treasured possessions, the shelf is itself a masterpiece to be displayed.
With its arches, it's a stunning sight, and at the same time, it's an excellent place to place books, small sculptures, vases, and other decorative objects . Its elegant profile allows you to display your passions in style.
11. For those who like to choose carefully (and for last-minute gifts): Hiro Gift Card
Does choosing a designer gift for a discerning friend who has clear ideas about their tastes and loves to choose all the pieces for their home with the utmost care and consistency seem impossible?
The perfect gift, in these cases, is the Hiro gift card that will take away all your gift-giving worries.
Plus , a gift card can save you even if you're late choosing your gift .
Available in sizes to suit all budgets, you'll receive it directly via email in just a few moments, ready to be personalized with a message and printed or sent.
These eleven gift ideas are designed to satisfy the tastes of those who make design an important part of their daily lives. Choose carefully and give a gift that expresses something special.
