Are you wondering what to give to your partner, lover, friend, a sibling for (not only) Christmas? To make it original and at the same time support small artists?
Also, this year I have prepared a guide for you with gifts that can bring joy to your loved ones (you too are one of your loved ones 🙂
Almost every item on this list comes from a small business or independent creator, which allows you to put your money where your values are.
This gift guide includes gifts and experiences of all kinds and options for every budget!
p.s. I hope you find something special, but if you haven’t found the right one, check out the 2020 list.
Happy giving!
1. Where Should We Begin from Esther
A new game from Esther Perel designed to introduce playfulness and storytelling into your next date, dinner party, or intimate get-together.
The game is designed for people to connect around the power of storytelling. As we re-emerge into the world we are all in need of tools to help us reconnect and overcome our shared social anxiety.
Photo: Esther Perel
2. Lingerie from Créeme
In Créeme, they produce and design natural lingerie only from 100% organic undyed cotton. To feel delightful, healthy and to enjoy your present moment in the lingerie which you are in. One hundred percent organic cotton is from the surface of the planet like us humans. The underwear is to protect the health of the vulva and with respect for nature.
Photo: Créeme
3. Candles Gentle from Barbora
As the author wrote: Jemnô is a brand of Slovak and hand-cast candles that are gentle on nature and health. They are cast from soy wax, into glass cups, or into concrete, which is returnable. She uses natural essential oils for their scent, composes, and creates individual combinations herself. That is the most beautiful part of her work. She produces them personally, with great love and in smaller quantities, so they are always fresh. I fell in love with a mixture of sandalwood and lime in concrete. And you?
Photo: Jemnô
4. Vibrator or Venus balls from Whoop.de.doo
Know the feeling? You want an erotic aid, but the idea of buying one or getting one as a gift, let alone using one, is embarrassing to you. Learn about a new and natural take on sexuality. And it’s not just for women. Their intimate products are full of tenderness and purity. They approach the topic of sexual health with sensitivity. They’re no stranger to orgasm. They look forward to menstruation. They aren’t even afraid of incontinence. They take care of you. They see women as whole beings that deserve your attention and the attention of your partner. Don’t be embarrassed by something that makes you feel good.
Photo: Whoop.de.doo
5. Men’s cosmetics from Mylo
Choose from nourishing chin and mustache oil with lime and patchouli or balm with sandalwood and lemon, 100% natural products designed for men to hydrate the skin beneath it. It is packed in ecological packaging. Men also want to feel beautiful.
Photo: Mylo
6. Pot Tities from Veronika
Ceramic jars (cups, flower pots, bowls) inspired by women’s breasts are created in different colors, shapes, and sizes, just like in life. They are accompanied by small “imperfections,” which make them unique. Jars are trying to rise above the price of women in society and confront sexism in public. They want to encourage women’s self-confidence and promote exceptionalism. Their material is ceramics covered with engobes or glazes. Each piece is a handmade original.
Photo: Veronika Trnková
7. Subscription from Dipsea
If you want to get more in touch with your erotic side, this one-year subscription to Dipsea could be just the thing. Gift it to a partner who loves erotica or gift it to yourself because you can. Dipsea’s stories are woman-centered, meaning each story involves at least one woman, but they include characters of all genders. Dipsea’s stories aren’t corny; they’re told to you in a natural, character-building way.
Photo: Dipsea
8. Period underwear from Snuggs
Period underwear wants us to feel good in our bodies, in any given situation. Snuggs gives women confidence, comfort, freedom, and lightheartedness because each body deserves kindness and respect. They connect technology and naturalness.
Photo: Snuggs
9. Jewelry in the shape of rivers from Mirka
Minimalistic elegant jewelry inspired by all sorts of streams and currents (literally and figuratively as well) is a beautiful expression of respect for nature.
What triggered the idea? As the author says, she likes simple geometric shapes of jewelry, but she was missing something there. But why a river? Maybe it’s because her grandmother has a house and garden near a river and she used to spend all her childhood summers and weekends there. Maybe it’s because she doesn’t live in her hometown anymore and she wanted to have something personal to remind her of. What is your favorite river?
Photo: Mirka Biel
10. Watch or wooden bow tie from BeWooden
As the creators themselves say: “We believe that everyone can make their uniqueness, charisma, and style stand out. And above all, we believe that being exceptional means being yourself.” I can’t disagree. Wooden bow ties, which are the result of precise handwork and creation with love, or unique watches that combine design with functionality, you will choose something from the BeWooden offer not only for men but also for women.
Photo: BeWooden
11. Intimate picture from I’m line
What is art for him? “For me, art is a combination between love and creativity. Without love, I can’t create a piece of art, and without creativity, I can’t express the feeling of love.
Photo: I’m line
12. Donate money to a nonprofit organization on their behalf from You
Is there a non-profit organization that your loved one cares about? Give them money or suitably support them on behalf of the person for whom the gift is intended. Research what is around in your area.
13. T-shirt from Vulvora
Vulvora is a Slovak brand focusing on sustainability, slow, and ethical fashion. The main themes are women, gender equality, and human rights. She made each piece to communicate a standpoint and express an opinion of an individual in a way that is not disturbing nor ignorable. Preparing a t-shirt she seeks to give people a voice, not only a style.
Photo: Vulvora
14. Wallet from Retart
Retart is an independent Slovak brand presenting contemporary artists and their works of art through functional products. It does not tend to create mass production, but it pays attention to authorial contributions. Each product has its own story and soul.
Since 2010, they have released the first successful product: “Wallet Retart” awarded (Bratislava Dizajnweek Award 2011), and since then, they have been regularly expanding their portfolio. Their brand is intended for a wide range of people without age, nationality, or gender. The decisive feature is the passion for contemporary art and its transcendence into the product sphere.
Photo: Retart
15. Book From Madness to Mindfulness – Reinventing Sex for Women by Jennifer
The book is for women who want to change their way of relating to their sexuality and intimacy. It sets out to help women empower themselves and transition out of a state of sexual madness into a state of sexual mindfulness, a state in which women can permit themselves to feel more worthy of love and great sex, and then have it.
It’s educational, empowering, creating awareness and self-sexual discovery. I can’t recommend it enough.
16. Pleasure wand from Onna Lifestyle
Female pleasure potential is limitless. Onna was created with the intention to inspire women to explore their eroticism and connect to their sensuality. They encourage women to give themselves permission to indulge, pamper and enjoy their bodies. Each unique piece is masterfully crafted for pleasure, carefully chosen to compliment a woman’s femininity and grace. They work exclusively with natural materials, as the earth intended.
Photo: Onna Lifestyle
17. Book Bliss Club by Jüne
Do you feel like you’re missing out on your sexuality? Has the time spent with your lover(s) become a bit predictable and boring? Are you tired of the same old storylines about sex, foreplay, penetrate, ejaculate, repeat?
Jüne Plã has created a manual of sexual education promoting pleasure accessible to all, woman, man, straight, gay or trans. Bliss Club is about letting go of your hangups, not taking yourself too seriously, communicating, and being kind.
Photo: Jüne Plã
18. Massage oil Tenderness from Barb
Mylo is a handmade cosmetics inspired by nature. It effectively combines the strength of the individual ingredients to provide the skin with the necessary care and does not unnecessarily burden it with synthetic substances. They use high-quality natural ingredients. This massage oil combines essential oils known for their relaxing and aphrodisiac properties. Let your senses and skin be pampered during the massage individually or in pairs.
Photo: Mylo
19. Body harness from Promees
Do you want to give something special? Have a look at the collection from Promees – Body harness. These straps elegantly highlight the beauty of a woman’s body and its curves. These sexy and sensual harnesses do not cover the breasts – you can wear them alone or combine them with a black bra. To make you feel special every day.
Photo: Promees