From jewellery to fitness must-haves, 21 brilliant last minute Christmas gifts for her and for him

The secret of gift buying is to tap into the latest interests and desires of the intended recipient. Stephanie Smith picks out her top 21 easy but thoughtful Christmas 2020 offerings.

Comfort and sparkles - how very Christmas 2020. This lovely look is from John Lewis's 12 Days of Christmas Dressing collection. The Kitchen Disco two-piece, £89 for the top, £79 for the bottoms, by Hush at John Lewis.placeholder image
Comfort and sparkles - how very Christmas 2020. This lovely look is from John Lewis's 12 Days of Christmas Dressing collection. The Kitchen Disco two-piece, £89 for the top, £79 for the bottoms, by Hush at John Lewis.

You know the feeling? You haven’t tried hard enough with your Christmas gifts. Your partner or loved one is going to shower you with all sorts of thoughtful delights and your offering is going to look decidedly underwhelming in comparison.

Well, worry not because there is still time, no matter how much or little you have to spend. A sparkly nail polish can give as much joy as a diamond (well, nearly). If you are short on inspiration, try to key into the intended recipient’s interests. Have they started running, or crafting? Is there a new or classic fragrance they might love? A book?

Look no further because here are 21 ideas to inspire you. All should be available but if they sell out by the time you reach the real or virtual shop (I have opted mainly for products you can buy in physical shops), there will be something very similar to choose instead. Happy Christmas shopping.

Dunhill Amalfi Citrus Eau de Parfum (100ml), £120 at Harvey Nichols.placeholder image
Dunhill Amalfi Citrus Eau de Parfum (100ml), £120 at Harvey Nichols.
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Swarovski earrings now from £25, at House of Fraser.placeholder image
Swarovski earrings now from £25, at House of Fraser.
Houston (men) oiled leather boots, £79 at Joe Browns.placeholder image
Houston (men) oiled leather boots, £79 at Joe Browns.
This cute new Luna bag  from Zatchels is handmade in leather in England and comes in a range of colours. With a top handle and a detachable adjustable strap, it can be worn over the shoulder, cross body or carried as a clutch. It's £75 at Zatchels.com and the York store.placeholder image
This cute new Luna bag from Zatchels is handmade in leather in England and comes in a range of colours. With a top handle and a detachable adjustable strap, it can be worn over the shoulder, cross body or carried as a clutch. It's £75 at Zatchels.com and the York store.
Running belt bag, with reflective strip, £25 at Hush-uk.com.placeholder image
Running belt bag, with reflective strip, £25 at Hush-uk.com.
The World According to Coco, £10.61 at WH Smithplaceholder image
The World According to Coco, £10.61 at WH Smith
The Essential Gift for Men by Space NK, £85placeholder image
The Essential Gift for Men by Space NK, £85
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