The ultimate Melbourne Christmas gift guide

Looking for a gift that has it all (bonus points if it’s pink)? This kit from REH Liquids is full of luxurious treats for your hottest and coolest friend. Complete with a sleek mini shaker, a jigger and your choice between pink gin or vodka – your hot, cool friend will be making fun and delicious cocktails in no time. Plus, make their night with a flirty, mysterious g-string and a mini version of every it-girl’s current fave perfume, Rose Street by Ficiolia, inspired by the streets of Fitzroy. To top it off, the gift pack also comes with a REH gift voucher for $40 to use on the website. To purchase the Sweet and Sexy Deluxe Kit, head to the website here.

Move over dressing gowns, because the ultimate get ready outfit is here. Meet Ready Freddie, a cute and comfy romper that's been designed to elevate your style during life's in between moments. Created by two can-can dancers (Perth local Georgia Dew and Canadian Allie Goodbun), these onesies come in a range of colours, plus both long and short styles. Whether you're a dancer warming up, need something to chuck on while ducking to the shops or just hate tugging at a towel when getting ready in the morning, this one's for you. Prices start at $107 and you can purchase via the website.

We're calling it: Limoncello Spritz is the drink of summer. And no one is doing it better than Dal Zotto Wines – aka the pioneers of prosecco in Australia. These sparkling wine connoisseurs have created the Pucino Spritz, a bright, zesty and refreshing tipple that is perfect for Christmas lunch, lazy days by the pool or a sunset sip. It's the first bottled Spritz by the Dal Zotto family, and it's made with their signature prosecco and housemade, citrus-packed Limoncello. Serve it chilled, over ice, with a garnish of fresh lemon slices and a sprig of mint. You can purchase a bottle for just $22 via the website. 

For your loved one who likes to make a fashion statement, go for eye-catching, fun jewellery pieces and accessories from Haus of Dizzy. The Melbourne-based Indigenous brand has a huge range of bold and playful earrings, with designs that celebrate First Nations culture (with plenty of ally friendly options), as well as pieces that are straight-up sassy and fun. Think lots of colour, glitter and joy-sparking adornments to brighten any ‘fit. You can shop their range at their Fitzroy store or on the website.

Whether you're after some last-minute stocking stuffers or are keen to splurge on a spenny gift set, Mecca has a range of holiday products perfect for all budgets. From chic lip gloss and face mask sets to bougie perfumes and luxe skincare ranges, you're sorted. Shop the full range here.

Some may grumble at the mention of socks and Christmas presents used in the same sentence, but socks from Paire are certainly worthy of a spot underneath the tree. The Melbourne ethical loungewear brand has crafted the cosiest socks, using natural materials like merino wool and eucalyptus fibres to create a breathable, temperature-regulating and very comfy result. Plus, they have cute slogans on them. Socks aren’t usually worth much excitement, but these deserve the hype. Shop at the website.

Give the gift of maximum comfort this Christmas with affordable bedding sets by Sheet Society, which recently opened its first flagship store on one of the best shopping strips in Melbourne: High Street in Armadale. Choose between fabrics like stone-washed cotton and 100 per cent mulberry silk, and colourways like pink gingham, powder blue, coral stripes and more. Browse the range here.

It’s one of Australia’s top online florists – with that, Lvly also prides itself on locally-sourced, eco-friendly floral bundles that come in various sizes and price points. You’ll also get same-day delivery for orders placed before 5pm. For the festive season, there is an exclusive Christmas collection range that make for perfect pressie options.

Palatable Tea Towels have created beautiful maps of Australia’s wine regions in tea towel from, illustrated by Ballarat Artist Caroline Keys. Your chosen recipient will take a virtual trip to their favourite wine region every time they dry the dishes, for less than the cost of an Uber to the airport. Find them here.

Elevate your pool sesh this summer with one of these environmentally friendly and colourful inflatable vessels by Melbourne-based company Pool Buoy. They come in all sorts of eye-catching colourways, including retro floral prints, turquoise and orange gingham or rainbow speckles. Pools start at $150, but you can also shop inflatable rings from $29 and lilos from $69. Browse the range here.

Never Never Distilling Co is determined to make this summer as the season of the "shelly", a shot of gin served out of a freshly shucked oyster shell. The folks have even come up with their very own Oyster Shell Gin to make it happen, a unique flavour expression of the Australian coastline with Kangaroo Island oyster shell, waxflower, Tasmania wakame, coastal daisy bush, saltbush and round mint to complement contemporary seafood pairings. We'll take a whole box of the bottles, please! Buy a bottle for the seafood lover in your life here.

By now we’re all pretty good at avoiding single-use plastics like cutlery and coffee cups, but what about your stationery? Left-handesign has taken things further with this mini colour pencils set made from recycled paper, which can be planted and grown into lush herbs. Each colour represents a different plant (think basil, marigold, onion and more), and it's sure to delight your eco-conscious pals. Get yours here.

Keep heads protected and bikes secure with this award-winning helmet from Headlokt. These safety tested helmets are the brainchild of Melbourne single mum and bike enthusiast Lisa Cotton and they’re designed to give you peace of mind thanks to the integrated secure combination lock. There’s also a place to stow a Bluetooth tracker, making these helmets a helpful gift for the kids. Both junior and adult sizes are available at the Headlokt website.

Get your dose of self-care without the BS thanks to Epzen – a brand that is revolutionising the wellness industry with its sustainable, vegan and affordable bath and shower products. Not only do these items look good in your bathroom (the lilac packaging is a total vibe), but they feel good on your body, too. Our picks of the range? Try the Whipped Body Wash, a two-in-one lotion and shaving cream with natural marshmallow root and niacinamide or the Dream Bubble Bath with natural magnesium to help promote sleep and relaxation. Browse the full range here.

Give the gift of a full-body workout (and a post-exercise glow) this Christmas with a CorePlus voucher, which can be used at studios right across the state. Members can choose between mat pilates, reformer and hot yoga, and each class is instructor-led and free of judgement. The ethos here is focused on mindful movement, connecting with a community and feeling strong, motivated and energised – now that's a healthy workout routine we can get behind. Purchase your voucher here.

Get your Christmas lunch tipple sorted early with a bottle of Yalumba’s the Signature, a classic Australian blend of Cabernet Sauvignon and Shiraz. This elegant medium to full-bodied red has notes of red pomegranate, fine blackberry fruits and dark red cherry. The long, flowing tannin profile means the Signature is an ideal accompaniment to your Christmas roast, or even a cheeky cheese platter. The first vintage of the Signature was released back in 1962 and it’s had a storied history ever since with more than 57 ‘signatories’ contributing to its development. Gift a bottle to your host and tell that story for instant cred.