‘WHAT do you want for Christmas?’

It’s time to get those lists sorted and those carefully-chosen presents ordered.

We’re all trying to get our acts together and get sorted for the big day – perhaps even a bit earlier than in the past…

But getting an answer to what seems a seemingly straightforward question is not always easy.

Fear not, your Leveller is here to help – and we’ve tried and tested a host of great gift ideas for Christmas 2026, from toys to tech, pyjamas to pots and pans…

Welcome to our picks for under the tree this year…

For the fashion-conscious in the family…

Something fashion conscious with a conscience is the ultimate gift for the clothes horse in the family.
For that person who is on the cutting edge of fashion, Breast Cancer UK has the answer in the form of a clothing range that is stylish – and impactful.
From the Birds and Boobs Booble Hot (£15.99), to the ‘Tits’ Tee (£32.99) and the statement Strong, Fierce and Beautiful Sweater (£49.99), this collection is ideal for the person in your life who is fierce, or needs a reminder of how strong they are. And every penny goes towards funding animal-free cancer research.

Get them at: birdsandboobs.com

Another indulgent gift for the woman in your life is a pair of super comfy pyjamas – particularly on these cold Christmas nights.
PO.P’s festive pyjamas (from £28) are made from the softest breathable 100% GOTS Organic Cotton – making them perfect for bedtime, or just lounging around.
Trust us, these make slouching an art form – and a comfy one at that!

Get them at: https://www.polarnopyret.com

If the mornings and evenings are a bit chilly, but you want to stay comfy this Christmas, then the Bedsure Blanket Hoodie might be just the thing to find under the tree!
Available in various prints, colours and sizes, the shaggy sherpa fabric promises to keep you warm and cosy as you settle in for Christmas movies – and all for under £20.

Get them from: The Bedsure store on Amazon UK

Cookery is at the heart of Christmas

GreenPan range

• Padova Reserve

Made from 100% recycled aluminium and featuring the GreenPan PFAS-free Thermolon ceramic non-stick coating with ScratchGuard, these pans are a wonder when whipping up everything from a humble fried egg to the most complex culinary creations.
It sounds silly, but the forged aluminium base heats up quickly and really helps produce top-notch and tasty results the whole family can enjoy.
A six-piece set (18cm and 20cm Saucepan with lid, 24cm Casserole with lid, 24cm Sauté pan with lid, 20cm and 28cm Frying Pans) is £395.
The two-piece set (20cm and 26cm Frying Pans) is £125.

• Reserve Bakeware

The range (£129 for five-piece set of baking tray, roasting tray, round cake tin, loaf tin, six cup muffin tin) has two layers of PFAS-free ceramic non-stick coating on durable aluminised steel that won’t warp or bend and heats up quickly and evenly up to 230C in the oven.

• Essence

Coming in five- and two-piece sets, they feature a PFAS-free Thermolon ceramic non-stick coating and are made from 65% recycled aluminium.
Suitable for all hobs, the range comes with Magneto induction technology – which means the bottom of the pan is coated with ferromagnetic particles to enhance performance on induction cooktops ensuring even heat distribution.
As our happy, breakfast-loving family can attribute – they really work!

The five-Piece set retails at £225, while the two-piece set is £80.

Get the GreenPan range from greenpan.co.uk.

Hokan Bowls

These are truly eye-catching in any kitchen, and are practical too.
Stackable in the cupboard, and on the table, the Hokan range offers sustainable storage cookware for chefs keen on their cooking looking good – and tasting good.
We love the varied depth of bowls available – and the staggering range of colours too, with pink and baby blue now adding to the range.
Small bowls start at £25, with sets of three sizes from around £90.

Get them from: hokanbowls.com

Microplane Rotary Grater

As a child of the eighties, a bit of retro gifting is now my thing – and this really took me back.
The Microplane Rotary Grater is a piece of nostalgia, yes, but is also incredibly effective and useful!
No longer do my fingers nails and tips suffer when prepping dinner. Instead, it’s actually quite fun hearing the dreaded words, ‘Will you grate the cheese’!
The new Microplane Rotary Fine Blade Grater is available from John Lewis, for £39.95.

Get them from: https://www.microplaneintl.com/

For the tech lover – and music fan…

Bluetooth speakers might sound a bit complicated for the music loving technophobe in your family – but Edifier have come up with the solution.

The ES20 is a portable speaker which gives great sound quality in a small package – and all for £49.99.

Even the most hardened sound quality critic will find joy in this little bundle, and it has a great retro look (in black or white) too, so will be a fitting adornment for any music room shelf, alongside all that old-school vinyl.

Get one at: https://www.amazon.co.uk/Edifier-Portable-Bluetooth-Waterproof-Dustproof/dp/B0F8HYJB3F?th=1