Last minute leather gifts that will last a lifetime
As the busy holiday season approaches, you may still have a few names to tick off on your gift list. As the days tick by, we are veering dangerously close to ‘panic buying’ territory… but never fear, here are some suggestions for quality leather gifts for the perfect present.
Leather love
Leather is a popular material that has been used for hundreds of years… from ancient artefacts, to modern-day chic handbags. So, if you’re in a hurry to complete your Christmas shopping, a leather gift is a classic choice for any recipient, style and budget.
High quality leather can be beautiful, supple, and luxurious. There’s a lot of choice, so take time to seek out high quality material. Low cost, low quality leather can often be made with ‘bonded leather’ which often combines scrap leather fibres and synthetic materials. It won’t look good for long, and it certainly won’t last. When you choose high quality, full grain leather, you are choosing a superior quality product that will not only last, but improve with time and use.
Sure-fire suggestions for when you need to pick a present, and fast:
Leather pouch
This is a great go-to gift. Useful and versatile, they work for pretty much anyone. A leather pouch can be used for a make-up bag, washbag, grown-up pencil case, or tech-tidy. They double up as a clutch bag on a night out, or slip inside a suitcase for work trips. Filled with nappies, it’s the most stylish baby-change essential ever. Its uses are limitless, so if you’re struggling for ideas, this is an easy win.
Gloves
There’s something perennially chic about leather gloves. There are plenty of options around at the moment, but with the recent cold UK weather, some suede gloves with a faux-fur lining are sure to be well-received. For a timeless, luxe gift, go for the classic driving style.
Card holder
Smaller than a wallet, and easy to toss in a bag at a moment’s notice. A card holder feels current as fewer places and people deal in cash now, so a card holder is all they might need to be super-organised. For the best of both worlds, a card holder with a little zip compartment keeps enough cash on hand whilst staying pocket-sized.
Phone holder
For the minimalist in your life, give them a gift that enables them to go ‘hands free’ in the coolest way possible. Phone carriers – featuring long, lanyard-style straps – are very popular at the moment for those who love to only take the essentials. Choose from vibrant colours, with added extras such as card/id holders or a coin purse section, for a gift that is sure to become an essential.
Craft kits
A craft kit is a perfect gift for the artsy person, or the one who always likes to have something a little different. As well as a beautiful end product, the gift is also the experience. There is something very decadent about spending a slow Sunday afternoon crafting. There’s lots of options to appeal to all interests. Consider jewellery-making, macrame-crafting or pottery kits.
Journal
A journal is a beautiful, tactile gift. Writing a journal can have great therapeutic benefits. So if you’re buying for someone whose New Year’s resolution is to take a little more time for themselves, a journal is a beautiful step in that direction. As a daily practice, journaling can record healthy habits, track your goals, thoughts or moments of gratitude. It can also help to organise your tasks and serve a day-to-day planner. If you know someone who turns list-making into an art form, this is the gift for them. A leather journal will develop character and rich patina with use that will make it a joy to use.
Belt
It sounds a simple, perhaps not too inspiring gift… BUT if you’re looking for a long-lasting gift, a belt is a fantastic choice. You can go for a simple, classic style that will literally tie together outfits for years to come, or go for a tooled, decorative piece with a statement buckle. The adjustable nature makes it very mince-pie friendly, so the humble belt is a winner in our book!
We are all making more conscious choices about the gifts we give, but choosing the right gift for the right person can be tricky. So rather than choosing gifts that will end up in landfill, instead choose practical, high-quality leather gifts for her that can be loved for a lifetime. Happy shopping!
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