Top 30 Gifts for Christmas gifts for your partner
1Gozney Arc Lite | Compact Pizza & Outdoor Oven
A compact gas pizza oven that T3 and Tom's Guide praise for fast heat-up and restaurant-style pizza, a big-ticket Christmas gift for anyone who loves cooking ou
A$649Gozney Australia
3A portable pizza oven for backyard, camping or beach use, covered by Gourmet Traveller and reviewed by Man of Many.
A$899.00Gozney Australia
5A locket she can put a personal photo in, at a mid price point.
A$85Francesca Jewellery
7Ninja Creami Ice Cream Maker Cloud Silver NC300
Recommended by the Australian Good Food Guide and rated 4.7 from 142 reviews at The Good Guys.
AU$228The Good Guys
11Journey Duffle Canvas Bag | Mustard
Broadsheet recommends this relaxed cotton-canvas duffle for the casual traveller, with a wide sling strap for easy carrying.
A$131Saarde
13Broadsheet's gift-guide pick for scent lovers: a calming incense of spiced amber, patchouli and elemi.
A$55Gentle Habits
17RamblerĀ® 26 oz (769 ml) Straw Bottle
Man of Many calls it the best value fitness gift; an insulated straw bottle that keeps water cold through a workout.
A$60.00YETI
19Belkin BoostCharge Pro Magnetic Wireless Car Charger with Qi2 15W
Man of Many recommends this Qi2 magnetic car mount that charges the phone while navigating; a practical present for anyone who drives a lot.
A$99.95JB Hi-Fi
21reMarkable Paper Pro with MarkerPlus
Man of Many features this colour paper tablet; a splurge for note takers and readers who want to cut screen distractions.
A$999.00JB Hi-Fi
23Burgon & Ball 'Dig the Glove' Men's Gardening Gloves, Denim Workwear
Tough, well-fitting gloves for the dad who lives in the garden.
A$41.00Backyard Botanist
27Hommey Pink and Brown Robe | Soft & Cosy Unisex Cotton Dressing Gown
A soft unisex cotton robe for slow mornings at home.
A$149Hommey
29Farrier commuter bag | R.M.Williams® Australia
A leather work bag from an iconic Australian maker that will last for years.
A$799.00R.M. Williams
2Sony WH-1000XM6 Premium Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones (Black)
Sony's flagship noise-cancelling headphones, listed by Man of Many and rated 4.7/5 by Pickr.
A$578.00JB Hi-Fi
4Ooni Koda 2 Pro Gas Powered Pizza Oven
A premium gas pizza oven that two Australian gift guides name as a Christmas pick for him.
A$1,499.00Ooni Australia
6Ordo Hydro Sonic+ Water Flosser (Charcoal Grey)
A dentist-designed cordless water flosser that is a practical upgrade to a daily routine, rated 4.5 from 965 reviews at JB Hi-Fi.
A$99.00JB Hi-Fi
8Audio Technica LP60XBT Bluetooth Turntable Black ATLP60XBTBK
Called a great starter turntable by TechRadar and rated 4.6 from 85 reviews at The Good Guys.
AU$289The Good Guys
12The Signature Series S Advanced Black - Premium Carry-On
Broadsheet's pick for the traveller: a cabin-sized polycarbonate case with German-engineered wheels and a lifetime guarantee.
A$395Aidan
14
Pace Breaker Jogger *Regular | Joggers | Lululemon AU
Man of Many lists these lightweight joggers among its fitness gifts; comfortable enough for runs and for lounging afterwards.
A$149Lululemon
16DJI Osmo Pocket 4 Standard Combo
Man of Many includes the Osmo Pocket 4 in its tech gifts; a pocket gimbal camera for travellers who like to film their trips.
A$769.00JB Hi-Fi
18Marshall Emberton III Portable Bluetooth Speaker (Black & Brass)
Man of Many picks this compact, rugged Marshall speaker for its big sound; a stylish gift for music lovers who like to take it along.
A$289.00JB Hi-Fi
20Logitech MX Master 4 Mouse (Graphite)
Man of Many names it among the best tech gifts; a comfortable, precise mouse for anyone who spends their day at a computer.
A$199.00JB Hi-Fi
22A design-led pour-over set for the coffee obsessive.
A$343.00Alternative Brewing
24Devanti Portable Mini Video Projector 4K Wifi Home Theater HDMI Support 1080P
A compact projector that turns any wall into a movie night.
A$138.00JB Hi-Fi
26Daily Tool Kit for Face and Body Care | Hunter Lab
A well-edited skincare kit for men who want a simple daily routine.
A$125Hunter Lab
28Cast Iron Petal Shallow Casserole
A beautiful heirloom pot for a keen home cook, as good on the table as on the stove.
A$520.00Le Creuset
30NEGRONI COCKTAIL 500ml ā Taylor & Smith Distilling Co.
A ready-to-pour bottled Negroni from a Melbourne distillery, a classy gift for a cocktail fan.
A$85Taylor & Smith Distilling Co.
Look for the gap between what they use and what they own
Most people live with one thing that is slightly worse than it should be: a chipped mug, a phone case held on with tape, a bag with a broken zip. Your partner has probably stopped seeing it. You have not. Replacing that one thing with a properly good version is a gift that gets used every day.
Spend a week quietly watching what they reach for and complain about. It is more reliable than asking.
Gifts for two beat gifts for one
If you live together, a gift you both get to enjoy is often the one that lands best: a board game for dark evenings, a nicer set of glasses for the drinks you already share, a cookbook you will actually cook from together.
Be honest with yourself about whether it is really for them. A gift that secretly benefits you more than them is easy to spot and slightly irritating to receive.
Make one part of the gift a plan
A booking turns Christmas into something that carries on into January, which is when most couples need it. A night away, a tasting evening, tickets to a show or a class you try together all give you something shared to look forward to.
Print or write it into a card and tuck a small physical gift in with it. Opening a confirmation email on Christmas morning is not much fun on its own.
Small and specific beats big and generic
A favourite chocolate they never buy, a book from an author you have heard them mention twice, a framed print from somewhere you went together. None of these is expensive, but each one tells them you were listening.
If you want to spend more, spend it on one of these specific things rather than on something broad like a gift card.
Agree the budget before you start
It sounds unromantic, but a quick chat avoids the awkward moment where one of you has spent three times what the other did. You do not need a precise number. Something like ānothing silly this yearā does the job and takes pressure off both of you.
Let them drop the hints for you
If you keep guessing wrong, ask your partner to keep a list on HintDrop. They save things they like from any shop as they come across them through the year, and you can look in late November. They stay surprised about what you pick, and you stop guessing.
Frequently asked questions
What do you buy a partner who says they want nothing?
Take it as ādo not buy me clutterā rather than ādo not buy me anythingā. Consumables, an experience for two or a better version of something they use daily all fit.
How much should I spend on my partner at Christmas?
Agree a rough figure together if you can. Otherwise spend what is comfortable for you, and put the thought into the choice rather than the price.
Is a shared experience a good Christmas gift for a partner?
Yes, particularly if you both enjoy doing things together. Pair the booking with a small wrapped item so there is still something to open on the day.
What if we are both terrible at gifts?
Each of you keep a list through the year. Even a handful of saved ideas is enough to avoid a panic buy in December.
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