HELLO! India's holiday gifting guide with 35+ joyful Christmas gift ideas - HELLO! India's holiday gifting guide with 35+ joyful Christmas gift ideas -

The holiday season brings with it cosy gatherings, glittering celebrations, and thoughtful gifting. From indulgent beauty treats to festive fragrances to sparkling bottles, the best gifts are those that feel personal and elevate everyday moments. HELLO! India's curated guide brings together Christmas and New Year gifting ideas designed to delight hosts, travellers, beauty lovers, and everyone in between.

1. Brazilian glow all season long

Sol de Janeiro’s limited-edition holiday gift sets capture the brand’s signature Brazilian warmth through iconic body care rituals, travel-ready duos, and cult-favourite Cheirosa mists. Designed to feel indulgent yet joyful, these sets turn daily routines into sensorial celebrations, making them ideal for gifting friends, family, or yourself during the festive rush.

2. Effortless festive glam

House Of Makeup’s Glow Up Set is a compact dose of holiday shimmer, featuring the Hot Glossip and Dab N Glow housed in a chic lilac pouch. Clean, vegan, and cruelty-free, it delivers glossy lips and a radiant flush that works perfectly for Christmas brunches, party nights, and quick touch-ups on the go.

3. Bubbles for every celebration

Sula Seco brings a bright, fruity sparkle to holiday tables with notes of melon, citrus, and passion fruit. Whether paired with appetisers, festive spreads, or used as a base for Christmas cocktails, its lively character and celebratory packaging make it a perfect bottle to gift or pop open as the countdown begins.

4. Sweet scents, small joys

The Dear Diary Lollipop Scent Kit is a charming stocking stuffer featuring mini fragrances made for layering and discovery. Thoughtful, aesthetic, and delightfully portable, it’s an easy way to gift moments of calm and joy amid the festive chaos.

5. Whimsy on the holiday table

Chumbak’s Wildflower Ceramic Egg Basket blends playful design with everyday functionality through its hen-shaped silhouette and floral detailing. Perfect for serving treats or styling festive tables, it’s a cheerful gift for hosts and décor lovers who enjoy adding personality to their spaces.

6. Beauty meets celebration

The collaboration between The Body Shop and indē wild brings together ethical beauty and modern Indian rituals in curated wedding and festive gift boxes. Thoughtfully designed for brides, guests, and self-care moments, these sets elevate holiday gifting with warmth, intention, and sustainability.

7. Classic sparkle, timeless moments

Chandon continues to define celebration with its fine bubbles, fresh flavours, and elegant appeal. Crafted in Nashik and rooted in global winemaking heritage, it’s a versatile gift that seamlessly fits Christmas dinners, intimate gatherings, and New Year toasts alike.

8. Playful hosting with a pop of red

Driade’s Cherry Me Up serving piece from STRROT adds bold festive cheer to holiday décor with its glossy red finish and playful design. Ideal for gifting, it instantly brightens tables and makes even casual gatherings feel celebratory.

9. A complete glow-up gift

The Juicy Chemistry × Ikonic Me Christmas Glow Boxes combine clean skincare, multitasking makeup, and salon-quality tools in one festive package. Perfect for Secret Santa, corporate gifting, or thoughtful surprises, they make holiday-ready routines quick, fun, and indulgent.

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10. Iconic reds for festive nights

Dolce & Gabbana Beauty’s Holiday Lip Edit showcases three signature red lip styles in matte, satin, and sheer finishes. Designed to suit every festive mood, these lipsticks bring Italian glamour as a gift to Christmas dinners, parties, and New Year celebrations.

11. Soundtrack to the season

The Beats Pill in Statement Red or Champagne Gold is built for holiday gifting that can be unwrapped instantly, for its room-filling sound, long battery life, and durable design. Whether for Christmas brunches or New Year’s Eve parties, it’s a gift that keeps the celebration going indoors and out.

12. A spirited Indian twist

Stranger & Sons Gin blends juniper with Indian botanicals like black pepper, nutmeg, and citrus peels for a bold yet balanced profile. Ideal for winter cocktails and festive serves, it’s a standout gift for home bartenders looking to add depth to their holiday mixology.

13. Glow through the cold

Lancôme’s Génifique Ultimate Serum restores hydration, radiance, and balance with powerful actives that support the skin barrier through winter stress. It’s a thoughtful beauty gift that keeps skin luminous from Christmas gatherings to late-night New Year celebrations.

14. Cosy holiday scents

Jo Malone London’s Ginger Biscuit fragrance captures the warmth of the season with notes of ginger, cinnamon, hazelnut, and vanilla. Comforting yet playful, it’s a scent that feels like Christmas wrapped in a bottle, perfect for gifting loved ones.

15. Fashion from the Upside Down

Crocs’ Stranger Things collaboration transforms the Classic clog with eerie graphics and collectible Jibbitz charms. Bold, nostalgic, and playful, it’s a fun gift for fans who like their holiday style with a twist and are awaiting the latest volumes of Stranger Things to drop during the merry season.

16. Rituals of care and comfort

Shankara’s Christmas Celebrations Box and Gheesutra All-in-One Kit centre gifting around Ayurvedic self-care. Designed to nourish skin and soothe senses, these sets make meaningful gifts rooted in warmth, mindfulness, and everyday rituals.

17. Seductive seasonal allure

GUESS Seductive Dream brings a delightful edge to fragrance gifting with a warm, inviting profile that feels perfect for winter evenings. It’s an easy pick for those who enjoy scent as an extension of their holiday mood.

18. Winter style, effortlessly

PUMA’s winter sneaker lineup blends comfort, durability, and street-ready design for the colder months. Perfect for gifting style enthusiasts, these sneakers complement layered winter fits while ensuring every step feels confident and cool.

19. Winter glow, wrapped with care

Xyst’s Limited-Edition Christmas Glow Hamper is a thoughtful winter skincare gift designed for festive self-care and easy Secret Santa gifting. The hamper includes Day Cream, Retinol Night Cream, and Natural Caffeine Under Eye Cream, alongside handcrafted Christmas candles by Niedivine and a personalised card. Beautifully packaged, it delivers care, comfort, and festive charm in one box.

20. Bold elegance for winter evenings

Yves Saint Laurent Libre Eau De Parfum is a confident, modern fragrance that makes a striking holiday gift. With bright citrus and lavender layered over florals and a warm vanilla-amber base, Libre is perfect for Christmas celebrations and New Year nights as it leaves a lasting impression with every spritz, turning festive moments into bold, elegant statements.

21. Parisian perfume magic

Diptyque’s Orphéon holiday set captures the Maison’s signature blend of modern Paris and enchanted woodland. Housed in a beautifully illustrated festive box, the duo Orphéon fragrance and matching body gel is a sensory escape. Musks, woods and subtle florals come together in a refined composition that feels like gifting a piece of Paris itself.

22. The gift of perfect harmony

Bestow a gift of breathtaking elegance this Christmas with the Everbrite Harmony Solitaire Ring. This exquisite ring features a brilliant, oval-cut lab-grown centre diamond that shines as a lone star, set in "perfect harmony" with eight delicate round-cut diamonds beneath the crown. It's the ideal choice for a holiday proposal or milestone celebration. Fully customisable, this certified ring offers timeless brilliance and a personal touch.

23. A (tea)bag full of surprises

Beautifully packaged, this box of 9 exotic tea box from VAHDAM® India called Weekend in Paris make a thoughtful and luxurious gift, spreading the joy and aroma of Christmas in every cup. Each crafted to bring warmth, comfort, and festive cheer to your holidays. Enjoy cosy Christmas mornings or intimate winter gatherings that transport you to a different realm with each cup.

24. For the refined in taste

Glenmorangie Signet contains unique ingredients, such as high roasted “chocolate malt” barley from the fields of our Cadboll estate which give it an exceptional flavour, depth and richness of taste. Incredibly smooth, Glenmorangie Signet is aged in the most expensive casks in the industry, specifically designed by Glenmorangie for Signet, making this a gift like no other to bring in the festive cheer.

25. A hamper filled with goodness

For Christmas gifting, Le Gourmet at The Chanakya also offers exclusive curated gift hampers alongside pre-packed selections from iconic luxury brands like Harrods, Fortnum & Mason, Versace, and more, ensuring your gifts are as thoughtful and exquisite as the season itself.

26. A slice of festive cheer

The Pure Indulgence Plum Cake from choko la is completely eggless and rum-free, offering festive richness. Soft, flavourful and perfect for family celebrations, this new variant brings inclusive indulgence to your Christmas gifting and gatherings, while ensuring everyone gets a slice of that festive cheer, young and old alike.

27. The ultimate comforting winter scent

A cosy blend of creamy vanilla and velvety woods, Bare Suedéd Vanilla is winter’s most indulgent scent ritual. With an eau de parfum, fine mist and lotion designed to layer seamlessly, the trio leaves a soft, intimate trail that feels like slipping into your favourite cashmere. Feminine, comforting and irresistibly warm, this is a cold weather fragrance done right.

28. A season of skin renewal

Augustinus Bader’s Elixir makes for an exceptional Christmas gift for someone who appreciates cutting-edge skincare wrapped in quiet luxury. Powered by Advanced TFC8®, the formula works deep within the skin to visibly restore radiance, smoothness and firmness, making it a thoughtful way to gift long-term results and a truly rejuvenating start to the year.

29. Effortless glam for every celebration

The Dyson Airstrait™ in Ceramic Pink & Rose Gold is a standout holiday gift that combines innovative styling technology with a beautifully festive aesthetic. Designed to straighten hair from wet to dry using airflow instead of hot plates, it delivers smooth, shiny results without heat damage, making it perfect for Christmas gatherings, travel and celebrations.

30. Happy steps

The adidas Originals Tokyo and Gazelle sneakers make for a joyful and versatile Christmas or New Year gifting choice. Blending comfort, timeless silhouettes and holiday-inspired colourways, they offer a stylish way to step into the festive season and welcome the year ahead with ease and confidence.

31. Winter comfort in a jar

Kiehl’s Ultra Facial Cream is an ideal festive gift for anyone battling dry, cold-weather skin through the winter months. With squalane and glacial glycoprotein delivering long-lasting hydration and barrier support, it’s a practical yet indulgent essential that will be reached for daily well beyond the holiday season.

32. Harmonise and harmony

Vintage vibes for the modern desk; that's what the LEGO Icons Retro Radio. Build it, tune it (yes, it plays music when paired with your phone), and own the coolest statement piece of the season available at all leading Hamleys stores in India. What's not to love?

33. For a lasting impression

Chloé’s newest launch- Atelier de Fleurs Cedrus Intense, a reinvention of one of the most iconic scents from the collection takes the original Cedrus signature and amplifies it with exceptional concentrations of Chinese cedar, Indian vetiver, and Australian sandalwood, each wood revealing unexpected smoky, creamy and mineral facets. The fragrance opens with a vibrant touch of bergamot and cardamom, moves into a heart where Chloé’s emblematic rose carries a subtle leathery undertone, and settles into a woody base. It’s warm, and quietly intense, a modern woody fragrance that feels exquisitely crafted.

34. The perfect holiday gift for wine lovers

Penfolds offers the perfect festive gifting solution for wine lovers, with a legacy of excellence that dates back to 1844. Renowned globally for its quality, consistency and timeless appeal, the iconic Australian winemaking house presents a curated range of wines suited for Christmas celebrations and dinner parties. With bottles to match every palate and occasion, Penfolds makes choosing a special festive wine effortless.

35. Baked delights for celebration

This Christmas, The Baker’s Dozen celebrates the joy of togetherness with a thoughtfully curated range of Christmas Special Products designed to make every moment feel a little more festive. With plum cake, gingerbread cookies and more, the collection brings together classic holiday favourites and freshly baked delights that evoke warmth, nostalgia, and celebration. Perfect for sharing with family, gifting loved ones, or simply enjoying during quiet festive moments, each treat is crafted to add cheer to the season.

36. Whimsical menswear style

The Polo Ralph Lauren Head of CHRLS Bear Tie, exclusively available at Galeries Lafayette Mumbai, is a thoughtful Christmas gift that blends timeless elegance with playful charm. Made from 100% silk, it adds a festive touch to formal looks while staying polished and classic; perfect for holiday gifting and year-end celebrations.

37. Of all things beauty

Wrapped in festive hues and sprinkled with holiday charm, La Pink’s Advent Calendar is the perfect gifting pick — whether you’re treating a loved one or giving yourself the joy of unboxing something special every day.

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