A Guide To Thoughtful Gifting: For Her
Let’s be honest: we’ve all received that gift. The one that’s destined for the charity shop, regift pile, or (gasp) the trash. And it’s not just you! Studies show that millions of unwanted gifts end up discarded every year. Add to that the 125,000 tonnes of plastic packaging waste the UK alone generates during Christmas, and suddenly, the festive season feels less like a celebration and more like an environmental wake-up call!
But hey, we’re here to make sure you don’t contribute to the pile of wasted potential under someone’s tree. At Our Fashion Fix, we believe gifting can be about more than just “stuff.” Thoughtful, meaningful presents that are good for the planet (and even better for the lucky recipient) are the way to go.
Our first gift guide is all about women: the sisters, mums, friends, and girlfriends who deserve something as fabulous and individual as they are. We’ve curated a list of gorgeous, purposeful items - each one chosen with sustainability, quality, and giving back in mind.
So, let’s ditch the throwaway culture and give gifts with heart this season. Ready to shop smarter and make the holidays sparkle with good vibes? Let’s do this! Here’s our gift guide for her.
Fairisle Cardigan, Albaray @ Percy Langley £79
You may have noticed, Jo Ingham, Co-Founder of Our Fashion Fix is rather fond of a fairisle knit. We love this one from Albaray, crafted with a blend of luxurious, soft lambswool, this stunning fairisle patterned cardigan is accented with horn-effect buttons and completed with tipping on the contrasting ribbed hem and cuffs. This will keep her feeling cosy and well put together for years. Albaray pieces are designed for women who love clothes but are conscious of their impact on the planet, their collections are full of versatile pieces which stand the test of time.
Annis Sling Bag Cacao @ Been London £345
Been London make gorgeous modern, timeless accessories from discarded materials that would otherwise go to landfill. Each piece is handcrafted in the UK to keep carbon footprint as low as possible while preserving local skills and heritage. Directional and functional, this soft, stylish cross body will complete any outfit. Handcrafted in smooth grain recycled leather, Annis can be worn high or slung low thanks to its adjustable shoulder strap. The brand also offers lifetime repairs and plants a tree for every order - this really is the gift that keeps on giving.
Rosie PJ and Washbag Bundle @ Unfolded £54
Pjs are always a great gift and we love this bundle which also comes with a matching eye mask and washbag. These pyjamas are super comfortable and super stylish - way too pretty just to wear to bed! Once you see past the fabulous eye catching prints, you’ll also notice all those little details that makes this PJ set extra luxurious: The piping on the cuffs and trouser edges, the deep pockets in the pyjama bottoms and the pocket detail on the shirt all add up to make these super comfortable pyjamas a cut above the rest. Unfolded is on a mission to make clothes without this waste and use the savings to do good in the world! Every item is designed together with their community and then made after you order. The savings they make are used to offer you better prices and create a better world through education and higher garment worker wages.
Limited Edition Rose Gold Queen of Hungary Mist 30ml @ Boop £4.99
Boop, is your ultimate destination for premium beauty and wellness products that are too-good-to-go. This limited edition Omorovicza facial mist is a steal at £4.99, normally £22. The site offers a great variety of premium beauty from Drunk Elephant, Espa, Chanel, Sol de Janeiro and Philip Kinglsley to name a few, all up to 60% off. A go to for stocking fillers.
In the beauty industry, product waste has always been an issue, with countless perfect products destroyed each year, due to “imperfect” packaging, discontinued lines and excess stock. Boop was created: to get more amazing products into your hands and keep them out of landfill, all while offering you the best prices.
Each item is rigorously quality checked to ensure you only receive products that are safe to use and deliver results. Winner of the Marie Claire Sustainability Awards 2024, when you shop with Boop, you can rest assured they’ve verified the integrity of each product, its suitable shelf life, and that all relevant seals are intact.
Neom Perfect Night’s Sleep Wellbeing Discovery Collection, £50
NEOM is here to help on your wellbeing journey to better sleep, less stress, more energy and a boosted mood through small steps that make a BIG difference. Who wouldn’t love this as a gift? It has everything you need to create the ultimate nightly routine.
It includes Perfect Night’s Sleep Mist, this iconic Sleep Mist has been expertly blended with essential oils such as lavender, chamomile and patchouli to help you unwind and drift off. Perfect Night’s Sleep Magnesium Body Butter, wonderfully whippy and packed full of skin-loving goodness, the mighty mineral magnesium and signature de-stressing sleepy scent make this Body Butter the ultimate treat for the mind, body AND skin. Perfect Night’s Sleep Bath Foam, this pre-bedtime soak contains skin-softening marshmallow, coconut oil, soothing aloe and sweet almond oil. Perfect Night’s Sleep Travel Candle, hand-finished with 100% naturally derived wax and home to 100% natural fragrance, this calming Candle is ideal for sparking sleepy vibes and filling your space with soothing scent
Using only 100% natural fragrances, their mission is to supercharge the wellbeing of our communities and planet, leaving both in a better place.
It’s important to remember, the act of gifting is about more than the present itself - it’s about connection, care, and showing the people you love that they truly matter. By choosing thoughtful, sustainable gifts, you’re not just making someone’s day brighter; you’re also making a small but meaningful difference for the planet.
So this holiday season, let’s celebrate with intention, create memories that last, and give gifts that truly count. Because when we shop with purpose, everyone; your loved ones, the planet, and you - wins. Happy gifting!