Words by Georgia Hulme
It might sound cliché, but the best things really do come in small packages – and nothing proves that better than a festive stocking. Waking up on Christmas morning to a mysterious pint-sized present is an exciting prospect at any age. From lush candles to covetable accessories, our stocking filler gift guide has just what you need to surprise and delight your loved ones on Christmas Day.
Between your nine-to-five and a packed social calendar, finding time to be present can feel impossible – yet Aman’s Sei Fine Fragrance candle offers exactly that. Inspired by the Amangiri hotel, it combines cedarwood and earthy sage with hints of pine needles and juniper to capture the starlit stillness of the Colorado Plateau.
For those who are well versed in the world of Weekend Max Mara, they’re likely already acquainted with the Pasticcino bag – a name that directly translates to small pastry in Italian. The new season ushers in fresh iterations of the silhouette, and this version is iced in a layer of shimmering crystals.
In any stocking, there’s always space for skincare, and the Lumina Mist SPF 50+ by SKIN|CYCLES makes UV protection simple. Packed with zinc oxide, aloe vera and sodium hyaluronate – three ingredients well-known for their hydrating properties – this fine mist promises even application and a refreshing glow.
If your gift recipient delights in more sizeable stocking stuffers, Jimmy Choo steps in with the Satin Bow clutch bag. Constructed from glossy satin, it features a double-layered bow design that begs to be worn at your next high-calibre event or festive evening soirée.
Preparing your home for winter is one of the quiet joys of the colder months. Cue NEST’s Winter Soirée collection. Whether you choose to gift the diffuser, the candle – or both – each is infused with notes of cardamom tea, crème caramel and tobacco leaves: a blend that captures the gentle warmth of an English country manor.
Made with the Swiss stamp of excellence, Mizensir offers refined compositions inspired by nature, memory, and decades of perfumery expertise. The Perfect Oud extrait de parfum is a unisex creation formulated for those who favour a woody scent, where Alberto Morillas blends a tantalising infusion of cardamom and Alaskan cedar essence with traces of golden vanilla.
From handkerchiefs and gleaming cufflinks to razor-sharp three-piece suits, Dunhill understands the art of attention to detail. With the Slim Pocket Flask, it takes this commitment one step further. Crafted from pure silver, it features a slender profile for complete discretion – the perfect companion for your breast pocket.
It wouldn’t be a luxury selection without Harrods of London’s lavish accessories. This scarf has journeyed far – from the Gobi Desert, where nomadic herders source cashmere from native mountain goats, to Loch Leven, where the yarn is dyed through an environmentally conscious process and finally to Hawick, where artisans craft the material into its final form. If that doesn’t say “I care”, what does?
No Christmas wish list would be complete without something from Italian house Miu Miu. Crafted from buttery leather with a moiré lining, this tassel-clad card holder guarantees to soften the blow of their next big purchase.
Prada’s appeal is hard to resist, and while the House may be best known for its Saffiano leather bags – which your recipient may already own – it also offers accessories like this iPhone 14 Pro case. Embellished to match the sparkle of the season, it comes with a logo-adorned chain strap that cements its gift-giving potential.
Suzanne Kalan is an LA-based label well known for its range of mesmerising and innovative bijouterie that explores the brilliance of light. Discovering the Bold Burst earrings tucked within a stocking is sure to please any jewellery aficionado – the unique pair features a duo of shining emeralds set next to a circular white diamond.
In Partnership with Aman, Weekend Max Mara, Dolce & Gabbana, SKIN|Cycles, NEST, Mizensir and Dunhill
