The SI Conscious Gift Guide 2024

Alice Hartwell

The festive season is creeping up once again, so it’s natural this time of year that our collective thoughts turn to gifting. With consumers estimated to be throwing away £42 million worth of unwanted presents each year, this is undoubtedly a signal to start gifting more consciously and thoughtfully, selecting presents that will be treasured, rather than tossed in landfill. Our SI Conscious Gift Guide features a diverse range of responsible fashion, beauty and homeware surprises for the established conscious shopper or those looking to embrace more responsible habits in 2025. 25 sustainable fashion, food, beauty and home gifts for 25 days of December— happy shopping.

PHLUR – Vanilla Skin Body Mist (from £24.00)

It’s the it-girl mist of the moment and I challenge you to find someone who wouldn’t love unwrapping this scent on Christmas morning. Its rich vanilla tones are embraced with a smokey musk that stops the mist from lingering in a sickly-sweet way, or from feeling too childish.

Perlina Perlina – Citron Citron necklace (£95.00)

Few jewellery brands have captured my attention this year quite like Perlina Perlina. This handmade range of crystal necklaces is both highly unique and utterly charming. Each teardrop glass bead is handblown before forming each distinctive piece, in a considered, small batch production process.

ROOP – Baby Furoshiki bag (£60.00)

If someone you love needs a timeless evening bag update, then ROOP will always have you covered. The Baby Furoshiki is a brand signature, offering a unique silhouette to elevate minimalist outfits, and hand-crafted using conscious materials.

Susanne Kaufmann – Winter Body Collection (£30.00)

Give the gift of hydrated, glowing skin with this sustainable Susanne Kaufmann set. Featuring the brand’s coveted bath oil and body butter, this duo has everything you need to protect against winter skin stressors, accompanied by a revitalising scent for relaxing bath dips.

ALIGNE – Clay Waisted cardigan (£119.00)

Taking a contemporary twist on the Christmas jumper, this knit embraces the vibrant shade of olive green you’ll be seeing everywhere this A/W. ALIGNE have modern, conscious fashion down to a tee, with high-quality pieces designed to stand the test of time, both physically and stylistically.

Hello Klean – Rain shower filter (£85.00)

Who said practical treats weren’t fun? Gift a household you love freedom from hard water this holiday with a shower filter from Hello Klean. Created to reduce the effects of chlorine and heavy metals, this filter not only doubles your regular water pressure but also saves 25% of water, setting you up for an efficient and eco-friendly 2025.

Deiji Studios – Striped Linen Robe (£238.00)

Everybody deserves a luxurious bathrobe, and it doesn’t get more lavish than this piece from sustainable Aussie brand, Deiji Studios. An opulent present for a very special giftee, this robe is made from 100% linen and is guaranteed to be loved for life.

Saie – Mini Dew Blush trio (£25.00)

Stuck on gifts for the beauty lover in your life? Let them test out the clean makeup brand Saie with this vibrant trio of blushes. Offering popping pink, dewy watermelon and deeper mauve shades, this is adaptable for a range of skin tones, and comes wrapped in 100% FSC-certified, limited-edition holiday paper packaging.

Kiya Cosmetics – Sweet Nourishing Body Oil (from £8.00)

When working with a smaller budget, or seeking out some stocking fillers, this body oil from Kiya Cosmetics offers a luxury experience for under £10. Not only is the scent (seriously) heavenly, but it provides the perfect amount of hydration, without leaving a greasy film.

Curate & Rotate – Gift Card (from £25.00)

Even when shopping for our closest loved ones and friends, clothing is a tricky call. Rather than missing the mark on something that will end up straight on Vinted in the New Year, let your giftee choose with a Curate & Rotate gift card. This contemporary reseller offers a range of second-hand, minimalist garments and accessories from coveted independent labels.

The Glowcery – Superfood Snacks Set (£30.00)

If you, or a loved one, are looking to embrace the mighty power of green beauty in 2025, then The Glowcery’s mini range is a great place to get started. Try out their entire vegan ritual with these adorable minis, all cruelty-free and enriched with powerful antioxidants and natural ingredients.

Sharlala Jewellery – Beaded Wobbly Band (£125.00)

This unique band would be a welcome addition to the growing ring stack of any jewellery obsessive. Each band at Sharlala is made to order for the perfect fit, utilising 100% recycled metals and dispatched in responsible packaging.

Horosoaps – Star Sign Soap (£18.00)

A bathtime addition for the conscious astrology babes in your friendship group, these star sign bars from Horosoaps are made with 100% natural ingredients. While nearly £20 seems a lot to fork out for soap, these bars come in at a chunky 260g and are all ethically handmade in the UK.

Woven Rosa – Figuera glass (£26.00)

Woven Rosa is a family-run business hailing from Mallorca, offering distinctive interior glassware pieces. This delightful glass is the product of reworked, recycled glass, hand-crafted through a small batch production process. It certainly brings the Mediterranean vibes we’ll all be seeking through a gloomy January.

Brûler Candles – I Am Rich candle (from £24.00)

When in doubt, gift a candle. Specifically, this sustainable soy one from Brûler. Part of their Affirmations range, the I Am Rich candle smells, as you would expect, opulent and expensive, with notes of anise, citrus, cedar, coconut, Tonka and amber.

Peper Harow X Besma Whayeb – Mary Jane socks (£16.00)

In case you didn’t know, Mary Jane’s are officially back. I imagine they will be cropping up under many Christmas trees this season, so here’s the perfect accompanying gift. In collaboration with Curiously Conscious’ Besma Whayeb, Peper Harow has launched these GOTS organic cotton socks, made specifically with the MJ fit in mind.

Verden – Arborealist Wash and Balm set (£80.00)

We love to talk about skincare, body care and haircare, but what about handcare? This Verden hand wash and balm set will make a seriously indulgent present, and stunning addition to any bathroom sink.

Reformation – Prudence ballet flat (£268.00)

Check off two AW/24 trends in one with these suede ballet flats from Reformation. Available in three autumnal shades, these shoes will prove endlessly rotational in a seasonal wardrobe, and a thoughtful gift for any conscious fashion enthusiast.

Jo Loves – Fragrance Discovery collection (£85.00)

Scents are notoriously difficult to gift, as perfume preference tends to be deeply intimate and individual. This set from Jo Loves, however, will offer your giftee the chance to sample 7 fragrances across the range, allowing them to align with their perfect match.

Ocelot Chocolate – Cinnamon Swirl (£6.99)

A delicious gesture for those with a sweet tooth, Ocelot Chocolate has nailed the perfect seasonal treat. Made with 42% organic milk chocolate and blended, fresh cinnamon buns, this bar might not even get as far as becoming a gift, let’s be honest.

Organic Basics – Core Sleep set (£90.00)

Pyjamas are a holiday staple, and this set is perfect for lounging around in through to New Year. Crafted with organic cotton and Tencel, both pieces are silky soft and designed to be reached for in many holiday periods to come.

Homework – Water Bath Salts (£28.00)

Help them step up their bath game next year with these refreshing bath salts, a new launch from interior fragrance brand Homework. Blended with Traditional Chinese Medicine botanical ingredients, this label donates 1% of all sales to environmental charities and causes.

Sea Change Wine – Prosecco Rosé (£13.99)

Make sure to drink responsibly in more ways than one this festive season and gift a conscious glass of bubbly. Sea Change is driven by a mission to reduce plastic pollution, ensuring minimal and conscious packaging on all bottles, and donations with every purchase to global marine charities.

Merit – The Dress Code lipstick set (£63.00)

Everyone needs a Merit lipstick in their makeup bag. This limited edition set offers three, everyday natural shades to explore, with a combination of different finishes to adapt to every look and occasion.

Kitty Joyas – Letra hoops (from £140.00)

When seeking a present that’s a little more personal, these initial hoops from independent, South-London jeweller Kitty Joyas will be treasured for a lifetime. Central to her Letra range, these earrings are meticulously made-to-order, prioritising recycled metals and materials.

Fable & Mane’s Hair Oiling Magic Duo (£35)

The ultimate pre (HoliRoots Hair Oil) and post-wash (MahaMane Hair Oil) solutions, perfect for weightless hydration, instant shine and a bouncier mane.

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