Little gift ideas from the Wallpaper* editors
These micro icons, from design and beauty pieces to tech and fashion, are ideal for filling stockings this festive season
Good things famously come in small packages – and our edit of stocking fillers proves it. The festive season doesn’t have to mean grand gestures or breaking the bank; a thoughtful, beautifully-designed trinket can be just as meaningful.
For the aesthete in your life, these small-but-significant objects will strike exactly the right note. From timeless design classics and quietly brilliant tech to light-hearted, whimsical finds, each selection embodies the art of considered gifting.
Read on to discover small but mighty treasures – and curate the chicest stocking of the season. And, if you are in the market for something more substantial, check out our design-led and fashion-lover gift guides.
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Designed by Aurelian Barbry, these shiny, pebble-like ‘ice cubes’ are such a fun gift and a great dinner party conversation starter. Store them in a freezer and then put them in a glass to keep a drink cooler for longer, without diluting it. It is a piece which highlights the simple functional beauty of Scandinavian design.
These earbuds add a sleek and minimal touch to your audio experience. Crafted from aluminium, encased in leather and featuring the newest in control technology and audio processing, the jewel-like Bang & Olufsen Beo Grace earbuds are high art for the ears.
This gorgeous tableware collection is bound to please an avid design lover, with a series of great names behind the collection. It was initially designed by Le Corbusier, for the Prunier restaurant in London. Now, Cassina partnered with Richard Ginori to revisit the design, with great care for authenticity. (Starting at £86.00 for two cups)
Brutalist Plants by Olivia Broome captures concrete architecture engulfed with nature. Working alongside photographers, Broome curated over 150 images including designs which have deliberately considered their green context, while others show greenery reclaiming its built environment.
Perhaps the homeware accessory you didn’t know you needed, but will most definitely reach for, is Jean Prouvé’s Coupe-Papier letter opener. Its original design from 1938 was reissued in 2001 by the Vitra Design Museum. This gift is not only chic and functional, but also particularly rare, a gem for design enthusiasts.
Sculptural, cinematic and tech-forward, myBlend’s LED Mask is an ergonomic marvel as it contours to the face and neck. This is the ultimate home pampering gift, with pre-set programmes to treat different skin types
Designed by Michael Anastassiades in collaboration with Robertet in Grasse, the Rocc collection takes inspiration from the mineral world. Each candle, housed in a sleek stainless steel container, reflects the textures of marble, basalt, amber, amethyst, clay and flint – capturing their essence in olfactory form. Pair the candle with the Rocc container, sold separately.
Bring a touch of whimsy to the tablescape with this charming bottle apron. Handcrafted from 100 percent linen with cotton lace trim, it dresses bottles for entertaining or gifting – a delicate piece that embodies Gohar World’s signature mix of humour and craftsmanship.
A playful homage to Miu Miu’s classic glamour, this hair clip is a must for the fashion lover with an eye for detail. Measuring 3cm by 8cm, it features the brand’s metal logo atop glossy lambskin – a refined finishing touch that blends modern femininity with vintage charm.
Fashion connoisseurs will spot the echo of Lemaire’s sculptural Croissant bag in this playful coin purse. Crafted from supple grained cow leather in the rich ‘roasted pecan’ shade, it features a detachable strap, silver-tone hardware and minimalist topstitching. Quiet luxury with a tongue-in-cheek twist.
A world away from disposable foam earplugs, Loop Quiet 2 offers pure, noise-reducing tranquillity. Reducing sound by 24 dB, they’re ideal for restful sleep, travel or focus. Made from soft-touch silicone for comfort, they’re also reusable, easy to clean and come with multiple tip sizes and a portable carry case.
Lameice Abu Aker caught our eye earlier this year with her candy-coloured twist on traditional glassmaking. These hand-blown borosilicate glass straws from the Palestinian artist are perfectly stocking-sized and elevate every sip with design artistry.
’Tis the season to get lost in a good book. Painting Writing Texting documents the artistic dialogue between painter Chantal Joffe and writer Olivia Laing. Through paintings and essays, it explores friendship, portraiture and the creative process – and looks beautiful on the shelf once finished.
Show your bathroom some love with these Tekla washcloths, made from 100 percent organic cotton. Boasting a 600 GSM mid-weight terry weave for optimal softness and absorbency, and certified by Oeko-Tex® Standard 100, the set is a durable, colourful and luxurious addition to your routine.
Wallpaper* can vouch for the hype around this revolutionary toothbrush, the original model being one of our Smart Space Award winners of 2025. The SURI combines eco-conscious innovation with high-performance oral care, as well as sleek design with its recyclable aluminium handle and plant-based brush heads.
The tech hero you didn’t know you needed, this compact digital-to-analog converter and headphone amplifier enhances audio clarity across devices. Delivering high-resolution sound from phones, laptops and consoles, it combines audiophile-grade performance, durability and plug-and-play convenience.
For technophiles with a nostalgic streak, Native Union’s POP Phone reconnects you to the tactile joy of conversation. Plug-and-play via USB-C, it works with smartphones, laptops and tablets for calls and video chats – bringing retro charm and ergonomic ease to modern communication.
A thoughtful gift for the glasses-wearer in your life, Alpagota’s aromatic lens cleaner restores brilliance and clarity to all lens types, including anti-reflective, UV and blue-light coatings. Its anti-static and anti-stain formula removes impurities while protecting against smudges and dust. The refillable glass bottles are also beautiful, transforming a chore into a little luxury.
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Tianna Williams is Wallpaper’s staff writer. When she isn’t writing extensively across varying content pillars, ranging from design and architecture to travel and art, she also helps put together the daily newsletter. She enjoys speaking to emerging artists, designers and architects, writing about gorgeously designed houses and restaurants, and day-dreaming about her next travel destination.
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