Verve’s Picks: The December Gift Guide

For the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

For the Beauty Lovers

LuxeSticks | luxesticks.com

The glow they’ll love. LuxeSticks Limited Edition Holiday Boxes make selfcare the ultimate gift for anyone.

Becca Project | beccaproject.co.nz

Body Oil 100ml; $71. Body Oil 30ml; $39.95.

ibodynz | ibodynz.com

ibodynz Gift-Box. Inspired by Nature. Perfected by Science. This beautifully curated box includes serums, creams and cleanser; $339.

Osmosis Beauty | osmosisskin.co.nz

Nourish Avocado Facial Oil; $115.

Osmosis Beauty | osmosisskin.co.nz

Summer Cooling Enzyme Mask; $126.

Abel | abelfragrance.com

100% natural perfume made by master perfumer Isaac Sinclair and Dr Fanny Grau. Cobalt Amber 50ml EDP, a sweet sultry, silky smooth, golden amber. Creamy vanilla dripping with crushed juniper and pink peppercorn. A modern-day muse; $330.

LuxeSticks | luxesticks.com

LuxeSticks Clay Mask Sticks. Meet LuxeSticks’ bold new look – the original skincare-in-a-stick, with the same award-winning glow. The ultimate gift this festive season.

Lab Brow Bar | labbrowbar.com

Give the gift of beautiful brows! A Lab Brow Bar voucher suits everyone – from teens finding their style to grandmas who love feeling polished. With expert brow and lash treatments and a warm, welcoming team, it’s a thoughtful treat that boosts confidence and never goes out of style.

LuxeSticks | luxesticks.com

Cloud bag with LuxeSticks. Effortless, eco-friendly, and oh-so-chic. LuxeSticks brings all the selfcare to your fingertips.

Becca Project | beccaproject.co.nz

Essential Oil Solid Perfume; $42.50.

LAB BROW BAR

Give the gift of beautiful brows! A Lab Brow Bar voucher is the ultimate crowd pleaser, from your teenage niece discovering her style to your grandma who loves feeling polished. With expert brow and lash treatments, stylish salons, and a warm, welcoming team, it’s a thoughtful treat that makes everyone feel confident, cared for, and effortlessly refined. Because great brows never go out of style.

labbrowbar.com

OSMOSIS BEAUTY

Introducing the Blemish Control Essentials by Osmosis ($354). This powerful, four-step treatment is designed to purify, balance, and repair. Featuring their bestselling Clarify Clearing Retinal Serum and Extract Purifying Charcoal Mask, this collection helps to detoxify, normalise oil production, and strengthen the skin’s barrier. Achieve a healthier, clearer complexion with advanced formulas, expertly designed to heal, not harm, the skin.

osmosisskin.co.nz

BECCA PROJECT

Becca Project’s natural body oils and solid perfume balms are formulated to deeply hydrate while leaving a beautiful, lingering fragrance on the skin. Powered by restorative essential oils and NATCO natural origin scents, each blend helps to soften, smooth, and protect, supporting daily wellbeing and turning everyday routines into grounding rituals. Hydrate. Glow. Smell incredible.

beccaproject.co.nz

LUXESTICKS

LuxeSticks, the original skincare-in-a-stick top selling brand, is the perfect gift for effortless selfcare this season. Loved for its award-winning formulas and travel-friendly design, LuxeSticks has just unveiled its brand-new, eco-friendly packaging that’s sleek, modern, and recyclable. Plus, don’t miss the limited-edition Christmas Glow Boxes, featuring their bestselling clay and serum sticks in festive, ready-to-gift sets. Give the gift of glowing skin, anywhere, anytime, with LuxeSticks.

luxesticks.com

For the Home

George Street Linen | georgestreetlinen.com

Made with Liberty Pillowcases. Printed in Italy and crafted exclusively for George Street Linen, these cotton poplin pillowcases are available in a selection of timeless Liberty prints. From $99.95.

Allium | alliuminteriors.co.nz

Sunnylife Luxe Floating Chair Casa Cream; $215.

The Poi Room | thepoiroom.co.nz

Pacifica Orange and Copper Putiputi (Flower) by Anna Gedson. Traditional weaving with contemporary materials, hand-woven copper and powder-coated aluminium over a supportive timber base; $700.

George Street Linen | georgestreetlinen.com

Super Pile Towels. Woven from the finest long-staple cotton and garment-dyed for a cloud-like finish, these Super Pile towels are soft, weighty, and beautifully absorbent. From $19.95.

groundd | groundd.nz

Signature Bamboo Sheets Set; from $240.

The Poi Room | thepoiroom.co.nz

Small Hot Pocket – Cobalt by Philip Stokes. Exquisite hand-blown glass vessel with texture and opacity variations that capture light through every moment; $395.

Allium | alliuminteriors.co.nz

Nel Lusso Monterey Old Fashion Glass; $21.50 each.

George Street Linen | georgestreetlinen.com

Made with Liberty Bath Robe. Made with Liberty fabric and printed in Italy exclusively for George Street Linen, this cotton poplin robe features Adelphi Voyage, a richly detailed paisley drawn from 19th-century shawl designs. $249.

Kayu Studio | kayustudio.co.nz

Jiwa Tea Pot. Handmade in Java, Indonesia; $79.

Kayu Studio | kayustudio.co.nz

Kayu Signature Volcanic Rock Diffuser. A unique and sustainable way to diffuse fragrance; $110.

Kayu Studio | kayustudio.co.nz

Maku Marble Backgammon Set. A timeless game, reimagined in handcrafted natural marble and teak; $639.

groundd | groundd.nz

Groundd Weighted Blanket 2.0; from $175. Good sleep isn’t luck. It’s design.

Corso Interiors | corso.co.nz

House Doctor Grab candle holder; $44.90.

George Street Linen | georgestreetlinen.com

Mulberry Silk Pillowcase. A pillowcase made from pure mulberry silk, it’s breathable, gentle on skin and hair, and naturally hypoallergenic. From $44.97.

CORSO INTERIORS

For those who love things made well, Corso Interiors brings together thoughtful gifts, homeware, and furniture made to last. Among them is the Black Pearls candle by Baobab, its ginger and black rose notes wrapped in hand-blown glass, available in three sizes. Visit them on the border of Parnell and Newmarket for distinctive, curated style. 8 George St, Newmarket, 09 307 9166.

corso.co.nz

groundd

The groundd weighted blankets are expertly designed to help reduce anxiety, improve relaxation, and support deeper, more restorative sleep. With beautiful sustainable fabrics and more five-star reviews than any other NZ brand, they inspire Kiwi customers all over the country to take control of their sleep health and journey to better rest. So, give the gift of better rest!

groundd.nz

For the Treasure Collectors

Cathy Pope | cathypope.co.nz

MODA Amethyst Drop Gold Earrings; $249.

Cathy Pope | cathypope.co.nz

Contessa Gold Necklace; $229.

HerbertandWilks | herbertandwilks.co.nz

Hydrangea Flower Necklace with Aquamarine Beads. A hand-sculpted silver hydrangea accented with aquamarine beads in a fresh, contemporary necklace, sterling silver; $195.

The Poi Room | thepoiroom.co.nz

Citrine, Brass, Rubber and NZ Pounamu Necklace with Stand by Neil Adcock. A refined medieval influence fused with contemporary form. This showstopping art piece rests on its bespoke stand when not being worn; $4,950.

Jens Hansen | jenshansen.co.nz

Handcrafted happiness in white, red or white gold. The Jens Hansen Golden Kiwi, yellow gold; $3,580.

LOVE IN A JEWEL | loveinajewel.co.nz

The Ash Solitaire Diamond Pendant – yellow gold with a 0.75ct Lab Diamond; $2,599.

LOVE IN A JEWEL | loveinajewel.co.nz

The Ash Solitaire Diamond Ring – yellow gold with a 0.75ct Lab Diamond; $3,199.

HerbertandWilks | herbertandwilks.co.nz

Hydrangea & Aquamarine Stud Earrings. Silver hydrangea studs paired with aquamarine beads in a fresh, modern botanical design, a botanical bloom in silver; $195.

JENS HANSEN

Lovely to wear, and easy to love. These Love Stories earrings are handcrafted in sterling silver, or in yellow, red or white gold. Customisable and set with sparkling diamonds, they’re made to move from day to evening, season to season. The perfect gift – a love story she can wear, every single day. Jens Hansen Round Love Stories Earrings in yellow gold; $2,390.

jenshansen.co.nz

LOVE IN A JEWEL

The new Pear Ash Diamond Pendant holds ashes safely behind the diamond forever. This two-carat lab diamond pendant
has been designed by award-winning goldsmith, Joachim van Oostrum with a special compartment to safely hold your loved one’s ashes for eternity. Available in yellow gold, rose gold, white gold or platinum.

A beautiful and enduring way to hold your love close.

studio@loveinajewel.co.nz
loveinajewel.co.nz

For the Treat Chasers

Scapegrace Distilling Co | scapegracedistillery.com

Scapegrace Distilling Co. has earned one of its biggest honours yet, with it’s Vanguard whisky winning Best New Zealand Single Malt at the 2025 World Whiskies Awards.

Corso Interiors | corso.co.nz

Schott Zwiesel Sensa wine glasses; $23 each.

Ninja Kitchen | ninjakitchen.co.nz

Ninja Luxe Café Premier Espresso Machine. Introducing the Ninja Luxe Café; a 3-in-1 system that fuses espresso, cold brew, and filter coffee into one sleek design; $1,099.99.

Molly Woppy | mollywoppy.co.nz

Add a dash of joy to the festive season with these handcrafted Gingerbread Snowmen – spiced to perfection, dipped in silky white choc, and sprinkled with a little holiday cheer. Baked in small batches with premium ingredients and warm gingerbread spices, these charming snowmen bring smiles with every bite.

For the Kids

Stardome | stardome.org.nz

Clementoni Science & Play Mechanics Floating Shuttle. Build a shuttle that teaches about physics principles. Features include adjustable ailerons, a cargo hold that opens, and a robotic arm (Canadarm) inside.
Suitable for ages 8 and up; $49.

Stardome | stardome.org.nz

Heebie Jeebies Aero Rocket. Experience the thrill of launching your own Aero Rocket! With its air-powered technology, this stomp rocket is easy for all ages to use. Suitable for ages 3 and up; $23.

Stardome | stardome.org.nz

ROKR Mechanical Orrery 3D Wooden Puzzle. Explore the Solar System with this plywood solar system building kit. Turn the handle to make the sun actually shine! Suitable for ages 14 and up; $150.

Sleep Dreams | sleep-dreams.com.au

The calming cuddle toy changing kids’ bedtime forever; $152.

For the Adventurous

CHUFFED GIFTS NEW ZEALAND’S EXPERIENCE GIFT

Give the joy of choice with a Chuffed Gift. Each one lets you choose from up to 150 of New Zealand’s best experiences, from relaxing escapes to epic adventures. Proudly supporting hundreds of local Kiwi businesses, every Chuffed Gift creates memories, sparks stories, and celebrates the best of Aotearoa.

chuffedgifts.co.nz

Chuffed Gifts | chuffedgifts.co.nz

Try Something New. Over 118 experience options for one or two people, valid for two years; $119.