Domino has released a curated list of unique gifts designed to move beyond standard presents like candles and coffee table books. The collection targets specific personalities, offering solutions for the amateur ornithologist, the wine-bar traveler, and the design-conscious friend who values handmade or impractical luxuries.
In the under-$50 category, options include "Happy Snacking, Don't Die," a cookbook by Alexis Nikole Nelson for aspiring foragers, and Barnacle Foods Kelp Chocolate, which pairs chocolate with Alaskan seaweed. For home aesthetics, the Pura Mini smart diffuser offers customizable fragrance for small spaces, while the East Fork Shortbread Pan creates intricate thistle patterns on baked goods. Artistic pursuits are supported by the Hoppe Shoppe Ceramic Paint Palette and the Helen Levi Pill Buddy, a Good Design Award-winning ceramic holder that elevates daily vitamins.
Gifts priced under $100 feature functional design items such as the Blueair Portable Handheld Fan and the Lazy Jamie Engravable Oval Tray for serving meals. The Saint Heck Fernot bottle provides a zero-proof option for cocktail enthusiasts, while the Astier de Villatte x Wes Anderson Notepad appeals to stationery collectors. Other selections include the Aalto Scented Candle, inspired by Alvar Aalto's glassware, and the Ekster TravelPack Vacuum Kit for travelers who need to maximize luggage space.
The under-$200 tier includes the Nickey Kehoe Sweeper, a decorative cleaning tool, and "Wine & Travel Latin America," a coffee-table book exploring vineyards. Personalization is available through the Abbode Custom Tote, while the Reed Smythe & Company Travel Backgammon Set offers a stylish game night option. For outdoor photographers, the Nocs Portal Adventure Camera captures 4K video without a screen to encourage immersion, and a handmade French set of wooden bird calls mimics six different species.
Items between $200 and $300 focus on home comfort and wellness. The Heidi Caillier Woven Handled Basket provides decorative storage, while the Svenskt Tenn Birdbath serves as a gift for neighbors' feathered visitors. Craft enthusiasts can try the Schumacher x The Fabled Thread Needlepoint Kit, and heavy sleepers may benefit from the Tala Sunrise Lamp, which simulates dawn to ease waking. Hydration is upgraded with the Rorra Filtered Water Pitcher.
For budgets of $300 and over, the guide suggests a Farrow & Ball Color Consultancy to resolve paint selection debates. Art lovers can receive an original drawing from Follow Vincent, while new parents might appreciate the MoMA x Stokke Tripp Trapp Chair. The list concludes with the Sixpenny Recycled Faux Fur Throw for cozy relaxation and the Infrared PEMF Pet Bed, which combines infrared heat and pulsed electromagnetic field technology for pets.
Sources: Domino.