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10 gifts to buy for your wife (who really doesn’t want another candle)
She’s the twinkling star in your life, so treating her to something special at Christmas is top of your Santa list. These gifts will help keep you off her naughty list for one more year…
By Carolyn Tate
When it comes to buying a Christmas gift for your wife, you’ve probably used up some of your greatest ideas. How do you keep coming up with something fresh year after year, and avoid the usual December procrastination followed by a last-minute scramble? Before you resort to the old classic gift cards and a candle, we’ve got some better ideas for you.
Whether your wife loves spending quality time together, indulging in the finer things in life, or seeking out new and exciting experiences, this gift guide strikes the perfect balance between thoughtful, memorable and practical. With options to suit every personality and budget, there’s sure to be something perfect for your partner right here.
1. A weekend stay in a lush hotel
There aren’t many gifts that can compete with a few nights away in a fancy-pants resort or hotel like The Langham in Sydney. Even better if it’s paired with a destination holiday or simply just a weekend getaway to a new city. Bonus: you get to go too!
2 nights for $899 from Luxury Escapes
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Other options:
● King Bed with City View from $300 per night from the Marriott Brisbane (2% cashback)
● Mini Studio from $240 per night at the Meriton Suites Melbourne from HotelsCombined (4% cashback)
2. Bring the 5-star hotel home with a set of high-quality bed sheets
Sleep is one of the most important things to get right in our lives, and if your wife is a sleeping beauty her own 1200 TC Egyptian Cotton Sheet Set will certainly win her over this year. But it only counts if you make the bed with them yourself!
$399.95 from Bed Bath N’ Table
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Other options:
● Ticking Stripe Sheet Set in Dove $279 from Aura Home (5% cashback)
● Worlds Softest Cotton Sheet Set White $169.99 from Adairs (4% cashback)
3. A new story to tell at dinner parties
If your wife is a daredevil in spirit or an explorer at heart, experience gifts are always a hit for the person who has everything. That said, a Scenic Helicopter Flight over the Sydney Harbour beats a candle for Christmas, no matter who you are.
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Other options:
● Yarra Dinner Cruise $195 from Booking.com (3% cashback + get up to 15% off)
● 3 Night Uluru Adventure $765 from Backpacker Deals (7% cashback)
4. Something to beat the heat for the tea-lover
If your wife loves a cuppa, this pink bubble glass jug by T2 could be a thoughtful gift for the summer. Perfect for hosting or simply enjoying a cup of iced tea together out on the deck.
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Other options:
● Avanti Tea Mug Diffuser Black $26.95 from Harris Scarfe (1.5% cashback)
● Carson Tea Pot $39.95 from Bed Bath N’ Table (3% cashback)
5. A nice-smelling set if she loves her manicures
Okay, if your wife really does love her candles our tip is to add an extra surprise. This Glasshouse Marseille Memoir Hand Set marries a candle with a pretty home-manicure. She’ll love the thoughtfulness of your gift, and you’ll love us for giving you the idea.
$44.95 from Oz Hair and Beauty
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Other options:
● Moroccanoil Discover the Essential Repir Kit $69.95 from Adore Beauty (4% cashback)
● Protect and Soften Hand Palm Trio $30 from The Body Shop (4% cashback)
6. A luxe pyjama set
There’s something about a matching PJ set that makes a gal feel glamorous. So getting your wife this Gingerlilly Bailey Satin PJ Set from The Iconic this Christmas might just make her year – or at least give her the gift of sweet dreams!
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Other options:
● Loungeable Satin Pyjama Set $67 from ASOS (Up to 5% cashback)
● Packaged Short PJ Set $79.99 from Bras N Things (5% cashback)
7. Flowers or wine all year long
Flowers and wine are a great one-off gift for your wife, but a subscription for flowers or wine makes the ultimate Christmas gift. LVLY delivers beautifully-unique bouquets all across Australia, with customisable subscription agreements so you can pick what works for your budget. Win!
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Other options:
● Daily Delights Subscription $155 per case of 12 from The Wine Collective (9% cashback)
● Seasonal Flower Subscription from $59 from Floraly (3% cashback)
8. A relaxing facial so she can start the new year feeling fresh
If your wife is always on-the-go, booking some time in for her to relax and treat herself is a wonderful Christmas gift. L’Occitane’s Signature Facial Treatment is a delightful 30-minute express facial you can book at any participating store in Australia. Added bonus: she can then use the booking fee as credit towards any purchase afterward!
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Other options:
● Express Customised Facial $125 from Edota Spa (5% cashback)
● Hyaluronic Regeneration Mask & Resurfacing Peel Facial $70 from Ella Baché (7% cashback)
9. A lovely diffuser to trump all of those candles
If your wife loves a fresh-smelling home, a diffuser like this Escapade Latte MoodMist® Diffuser Set will be right up her alley. Pair it with some hand-picked scents you know she’ll love, and she’ll be swooning over you all year.
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Other options:
● 3-in-1 Diffuser Sandy $39.99 from Oil Garden (8% cashback)
● Australian Natives Ultrasonic Electric Diffuser $94.95 from In Essence (8% cashback)
10. A beautiful piece of jewellery to dazzle her New Year’s Eve
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This stunning Mesmera Set by Swarovski is a classic two-piece gift of mixed-cut Zirconia necklace and earrings that will make your wife feel like a million bucks.
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Other options:
● Tia 9ct Yellow Gold 0.10ct Solitaire Diamond Necklace $399 from Bevilles Jewellers (3% cashback)
● Silver Necklace With Heart Pendant $119 from Thomas Sabo (Up to 6% cashback)
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