Finding the perfect Gift can be a stressful task. Those of us with an eco-friendly mindset are especially aware that unless gifts are wanted, needed, or are made in a sustainable way, then gift giving can be particularly un-environmentally friendly.
The good news is that sustainable gift-giving is on the rise. In Australia half of consumers are now looking to buy sustainable Father’s Day presents. In the UK 62% of shoppers now set out to buy at least one sustainable gift over the Christmas period.
So, when it comes to gifts for the amazing women in our lives, we have compiled some of the best sustainable gifts for her in the UK, for whatever the occasion.
Best sustainable gifts for her UK
Sustainable gift giving shouldn’t cost the earth. So, we have great options in our gift guide from some of our favourite sustainable brands for whatever your budget.
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Sustainable gifts for her under £20
1. Urban Kissed Bamboo Lip Applicators
Price: £3
Be gone single-use plastic! Plastic-free and unbleached, these bamboo lip applicators are a great gift for your sustainable beauty lover. They come in a pack of 10 or pack of 50.
A marketplace for sustainable products, Urban Kissed promotes independent brands and designers that are taking a kinder approach to business.
The brand hosts products from slow-production brands to create an ethical platform.
2. National Geographic subscription
Price: Starts at £6
Having told the stories of the world for over a century, National Geographic is a household name in world journalism. From tales of history to science to current events, National Geographic explores the secrets of the Earth.
Subscriptions to National Geographic start at under £10 and offer a unique idea for a gift that keeps on giving.
3. Oxfam Green Floral Watering Jug
Price: £12.99
The Oxfam online shop can be a great place to find a sustainable gift for her in the UK. As well as its wide range of pre-loved goods, the organisation hosts a wide selection of ethical gifts sourced from around the world.
Gifts like this green floral watering jug made by skilled artisans in India. As well as finding a unique gift, purchases help support Oxfam’s vital poverty alleviation work.
4. INOV-8 Snood (twin pack)
Price: £15
These versatile snoods are made from 100% recycled polyester and can be worn as a bandana, hat or neck warmer. Perfect for runners, walkers or anyone who enjoys the great outdoors in cooler climes. They come in a twin pack of teal and purple or red and blue.
Inov-8 has a specially designed sustainability strategy to guide its decision-making processes. It focuses on product durability and sustainable materials to lower its impact and also donates to local environmental charities.
5. Good Guys Go Vegan crew socks
Price: £15
Who doesn’t love getting comfy socks at Christmas? These socks from Good Guys are made in Italy and are 100% vegan, making them a gift that looks out for the animals as well. These reliable socks even come with a pink cotton bag!
A brand that cares about people, the planet, and animals, Good Guys is PeTA approved and the brand is transparent about its supply chain and production process.
Get 15% off with the code GOODMAKERTALES For more sustainable discounts see our article.
See our roundup for more ethical sock ideas.
6. Vegan Outfitters Save the Chubby Unicorns mug
Price: £15
This fun mug from Vegan Outfitters is a great little sustainable gift for her from a UK cruelty-free company. Coming in four colours, it’s the perfect accessory for your morning almond milk latte!
As the name may allude, Vegan Outfitters are vegan fashion and accessory specialists. Designed for a plant-based generation, the brand has a cruelty-free approach and even donates 10% of profits to animal sanctuaries around the UK.
The brand has offered Good Maker Tales readers a 5% discount if you spend over £50. Just enter code GMT5 at the checkout! For more sustainable brand discounts see our article.
7. Rapanui Cotton Trainer Socks 3 pack
Price: £15
This three pack of organic trainer socks from Rapanui come in a selection of colours and patterns that you can choose individually, are made using clean energy and come individually wrapped in plant based packaging. They are made to be the comfiest trainer socks around! And for more eco friendly gift options they have a huge range of sustainable clothing bundles that make great gifts.
Circular fashion brand Rapanui specialise in making on demand products for the great outdoors in their wind powered factory on the Isle of Wight. Check out our interview with their founder for more information.
8. Urban Kissed Lavender and French Pink Clay soap
Price: £16
Luxuriously calming this vegan handmade soap embraces a soothing blend of lavender and pink clay. Made using a traditional cold press method, this natural soap from Urban Kissed is free from synthetic fragrances and palm oil.
A marketplace championing ethical products and slow production principles, Urban Kissed has an expertly curated range of products. They also offer carbon-neutral delivery.
9. Veo Reusable Glass Coffee cup
Price: £17.99
Single use coffee cups are notoriously unsustainable so why not have your own reusable one. This glass reusable coffee cup by Neon Kactus is BPA and plastic free and has an ergonomically designed splashproof lid. The great advantage to it being glass is that it doesn’t absorb smells, tastes or germs like plastic does.
The range includes a number of sizes and colours and also includes reusable water bottles and smoothy bottles. It’s available on Veo, a B-Corp certified marketplace for small sustainable brands.
10. Stripe and Stare Hot Pink Brazilian Knicker
Price: £18 (30% off if you buy 3)
An upgrade to the classic gift of underwear, the hot pink Brazilian knicker from Stripe and Stare are made from TENCEL Modal making them soft for all day wear. These comfortable underwear are 95% biodegradable, come in 20 colours and patterns and even come in a recycled gift box.
Offering a sustainable option in a historically unsustainable
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