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Best Christmas Gifts For Couples

Christmas Gifts For Couples That Both of Them Will Love

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Buying Christmas gifts for couples is always a tricky conundrum. Where do you find something they will both like equally? Should it be thoughtful? Or useful? The same questions apply when you're buying Christmas gifts for mums and Christmas gifts for dads. With so many options, it's hard to know where to start looking.

When it comes to choosing Christmas gifts for couples, there are some things to consider; try to find something that is personal and means something to them as a couple specifically, be sure to consider their lifestyle, their personalities, or any hobbies they might share together. Maybe they're big foodies and love nothing more than cooking a slap-up meal. They could be super spontaneous or maybe they are home-bods. You want to make sure that your gift is something they would choose for themselves (and not just something you wish you'd put on your Christmas list!)

As Carol Wilson of homeware brand You Comfort explains, "Balancing thoughtfulness and practicality is always a good idea when buying a Christmas present for couples. A gift with sentimental value, perhaps something that commemorates a special moment or memory they shared, is always cherished. However, practical gifts are equally appreciated, especially those that can be used in their daily lives or home."

Whether they've just moved in together, recently got married, become parents, or you just want to treat that special couple in your life, read on for our expertly curated roundup of the best Christmas gifts for couples in 2023.

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Christmas Gifts For Festive Couples

Oliver Bonas Alphabet Initial Velvet Beaded Christmas Tree Decoration (£7)

If you're after a token gift or a Secret Santa present, then why not bag these gorgeous velvet initial decorations? They can bring them out every year and be reminded of you. Get one for each of their initials and give them a piece of festive cheer.

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Oliver Bonas Alphabet Initial Velvet Beaded Christmas Tree Decoration
£7
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Christmas Gifts For Cooking Couples

Table for Two: Recipes for the Ones You Love by Bre Graham (£18)

Written by food writer Bre Graham, this book is full of recipes that are created with love. Split into two sections (uncomplicated-but-outstanding and over-the-top-but-no-stress), there are recipes from novice to amateur chef because we all know the way to someone's heart is through their stomach, right? Breakfasts, lunches, and dinners are included for those days you want to set the table for two.

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Table for Two: Recipes for the Ones You Love by Bre Graham
£18
from amazon.co.uk
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Christmas Gifts For Star-Crossed Lovers

Star Sign Prints by Sophie Ward (£20)

For couples who love horoscopes, this is the ideal Christmas gift for them. Bag them a bright and colourful print in the design of each of their star signs. Created by artist Sophie Ward, they are a fun and personal addition to any couple's home. They are £20 for the prints unframed, but you can get them framed too in a variety of colours.

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Star Sign Prints by Sophie Ward
£20
from eastendprints.co.uk
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Christmas Gifts for Ken and Barbie

Primark Unisex Barbie The Movie Kenough Snuddie (£24)

Do you know a couple that model themselves on Barbie and Ken? Or perhaps you have friends who were just as obsessed with the "Barbie" movie as you were? Then Primark has the answer. Bag them the unisex "I am Kenough" hoodie, as seen in the film and worn by Ryan Gosling. The tie-dye print is available in a fleece fabric so will keep them cosy all winter.

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Primark Unisex Barbie The Movie Kenough Snuddie
£24
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Christmas Gifts For Sweet-Toothed Couples

Hotel Chocolat Chocolate Dipping Adventure (£25)

A mouthwatering choice of Christmas gifts for couples with a sweet tooth is this fondue-like chocolate dipping set from Hotel Chocolat. Complete with milk- and white-chocolate dipping sauces to heat up, the set also comes with a selection of sweet and savoury treats to dunk, including marshmallows, mini grissini, and almond biscuits. Hotel Chocolat knows a thing or two when it comes to a rich, cocoa experience, so you're guaranteed to get that premium taste of their chocolate in their dipping sauce too. Indulge the couples in your life with this little slice of heaven!

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Hotel Chocolat Chocolate Dipping Adventure
£25
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Christmas Gifts For Couples Who’ve Recently Moved In Together

Next Personalised House Sign (£26)

New homeowners are habitually, notoriously proud of their new purchase, so what better way to celebrate their new abode this Christmas than with a personalised house sign? We love the contemporary look of this design with standoff fixings to give it a 3D, premium aesthetic. If you're looking for an unexpected Christmas gift to buy for a couple this Christmas, then this is it. The personal aspect of this gift will undoubtedly please your recipients, and the thoughtful planning that goes into this is guaranteed to be appreciated.

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Next Personalised House Sign
£26
from loveabode.com
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Christmas Gifts For Jet-Setting Couples

Etsy Personalised Travel Accessories Set (£28)

These matching passport holders and luggage tags would make the perfect Christmas gift for couples who love to jump on a plane and jet off to a new destination or even those heading off on their honeymoon. With a wide range of colours to choose from and each item personalised with their names for a bargain price of just under £30, they make the ideal present. These gifts are handmade in the UK, and the seller comes with consistent five-star reviews, making these a great choice for those who prefer to support small businesses when it comes to their Christmas shopping.

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Etsy Personalised Travel Accessories Set
£28
from etsy.com
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Christmas Gifts For Date Night Fans

The Spicery Date Night Spice Subscription (from £28)

Spice up their life with a subscription to one of The Spicery's fantastic choices of gifts. Designed to transform date nights at home, the spice subscription comes in a choice of three, six, or 12 months, starting from an affordable £28. Each month, the recipients will receive a new recipe from around the world with easy-to-follow instructions and all the spices you need to cook a delicious meal at home. For pairs who like staying in, have a new baby, or are just looking to spice up their meal times, this could be the perfect present for couples.

Christmas Gifts For New Parents

Wonderbly New Parents Survival Guide (£28)

Add some light-hearted relief for the new parents in your life with this personalised parenting survival guide. With so much literature at their disposal during this life-changing time, this book provides a light-hearted, funny, and useful guide with the added thoughtful touch of being personalised. You get the choice to add their names, customise their outfits, provide the baby's name and gender, upload photos, and even personalise the advice you think they'd benefit from or enjoy the most. This unique present is sure to provide some humour during the early and sometimes daunting days of parenting.

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Wonderbly New Parents Survival Guide
£28
from wonderbly.com
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Christmas Gifts For Newlywed Couples

Papier Personalised Notecard Set (from £36 for 20)

If you've recently enjoyed or are about to enjoy the nuptials of a couple close to you, then these notecards from Papier are one of those most thoughtful Christmas gifts for couples to receive. Papier is known for its premium-looking stationary, and these notecards make the perfect "thank you" card for them to send out after the big day. The personalisation of their new married name as a couple will undoubtedly delight them when seeing it in print. It's worth noting that the set of 20 notecards perfectly fit in the gift box that's available, too. Upgrade to custom colour envelopes to make a truly unique gift.

Christmas Gifts For Luxury Lovers

Marks & Spencer Personalised Silk Pillow Cases (£40 for one)

Is there anything more luxurious than silk bedding? These pillow cases from Marks & Spencer aren't necessarily something you'd think to buy for yourselves, which makes them a personal and thoughtful Christmas gift for couples. Each pillowcase can be monogrammed with the chosen initials in an elegant embroidered design, guaranteed to elevate their bedroom to boutique status. As well as looking stylish, silk pillowcases have added cosmetic benefits, such as being kinder on the skin, diminishing fine lines and wrinkles, and reducing unruly bed hair. Win-win!

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Marks & Spencer Personalised Silk Pillow Cases
£40
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Christmas Gifts for Skincare-Obsessed Couples

S'ABLE Labs Discovery Set (£45)

If you've been privy to an argument over who's been using all the expensive moisturiser, why not give the gift of shareable skin-care this season? With the S'ABLE discovery kit, each partner can benefit from soft, clean skin without fighting over who gets to use which product. Featuring a three step routine, this S'ABLE Labs kit contains everything they need to keep their skin cleansed, balanced, and moisturised this festive season.

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S'ABLE Labs Discovery Set
£45
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Christmas Gifts For Adventurous Couples

The Adventure Challenge – Couples Edition (£49)

If you know a couple with a sense of adventure, then this little book could be their perfect Christmas present. For couples who crave spontaneity, this book provides 50 experiences and challenges to do together. Every adventure is a mystery until, like a lottery ticket, they scratch off the foil to reveal what it is. And they helpfully come with a time and money guide over each one to help them choose, depending on time and budget. The idea is to have fun, spice up the romance, and get to know each other better, then take a photo to document so they'll have a keepsake to look back on alongside the memories.

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The Adventure Challenge – Couples Edition
£49
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Christmas Gifts For Couples Who Love to Relax

The White Company Unisex Cotton Robes (£65)

There's a reason why these robes are one of The White Company's best-sellers. According to one review, it's the "best bathrobe I have ever bought" with many saying they've returned to purchase a second. Their quality and price make them the ideal Christmas gift for couples who love to stay in, pamper each other, and relax at home. The pure cotton-towelling design is made in a comfortable mid-weight fabric and has piped detailing on the collar and cuff for a more premium appearance. Why not gift a pair of these to your favourite couple this Christmas for the ultimate relaxing-at-home experience?

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The White Company Unisex Cotton Robes
£65
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Christmas Gifts For Fragrance Fans

Jean Paul Gaultier His and Hers Limited Edition Bundle (£126)

Establishing a signature scent is a concept some couples might like to consider especially as scents evoke so many memories and feelings, so why not gift your favourite couple this duo of iconic fragrances this Christmas? The Jean Paul Gaultier His and Hers Limited Edition Bundle allows heterosexual couples to complement each other perfectly with their perfume. The masculine scent is a woody fragrance made up of lavender, cinnamon, and cedarwood, whilst the feminine fragrance has notes of rose, orange blossom, and vanilla. Label lovers will no doubt appreciate the designer aspect too to gain you some extra bonus points. For same-sex couples, why not head to Jo Malone and ask for two complementing scents packaged together?

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Jean Paul Gaultier His and Hers Limited Edition Bundle
£126
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Christmas Gifts For Foodies

The Deli Society Ooh La La Champagne Edition (£80)

Some of the hardest couples to buy for are those who appear to have everything, this is where a food gift makes the ideal choice. The Deli Society has a fantastic range of packages to suit all foodies where you're sure to find something to suit everyone's tastes. We love this Ooh La La: The Champagne Edition gift box featuring a selection of cheese, charcuterie, crackers and, of course, a bottle of fizz to wash it down with. With artisan produce and tasting notes to take in whilst they nibble, this is a delicious treat delivered to their doorstep.

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The Deli Society Ooh La La Champagne Edition
£80
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Christmas Gifts For Wine Lovers

The Wine Society Wine Subscription (From £95)

Christmas is the time to indulge, and what better way than with a tasty wine subscription? The Wine Society, one of the UK's leading wine merchants with an award-winning range, offers subscriptions which are a great Christmas gift for couples that keeps on giving way past 25 December. Subscriptions allow you to choose between a red, white, or mixed case, and the recipients will receive 12 bottles every two months; two bottles of six different wines. If you're looking for a gift that will last into the New Year, then a wine subscription is the ideal choice. And they might even invite you over to help taste them!

Christmas Gifts For Thrill Seekers

Find Me a Gift Helicopter Experience For Two (£99)

The Helicopter Buzz Experience will give any special couple the ride of a lifetime this Christmas. With more than 40 easy-to-access locations nationwide to choose from, they'll get to reach heights of 1000 feet and speeds of up to 120 miles per hour with this exhilarating, bucket-list activity. Reviewers recommend upgrading to the front seat for added fun factor and, for those with a real sense of adventure, there's a thrills flight with "swoops and dips and climbs" according to one highly satisfied customer. Look out for regular discounts on the overall experience for an added saving on this lavish but highly memorable gift.

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Find Me a Gift Helicopter Experience For Two
£99
from findmeagift.co.uk
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Christmas Gifts For Coffee Drinkers

De'Longhi Espresso Coffee Machine (£107)

Coffee lovers? Help them become their own barista each morning with this easy-to-use coffee machine. With the option of making a delicious latte, cappuccino, or espresso, this machine is bound to solve any couple's caffeine requests. Recommended by 85 percent of customers who found it affordable, simple to use, and also "makes great coffee", the De'Longhi Espresso machine is a great option if you're looking for a Christmas gift for couples that's both practical and useful. This investment gift means they'll think of you every time they make a coffee – the only thing to agree on is who gets up to make them!

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De'Longhi Espresso Coffee Machine
£107
from argos.co.uk
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Christmas Gifts For Chic Couples

Soho Home Roebling Decanter (115)

If the couple you're buying for have an at-home bar or on-trend drinks cart, then a fancy decanter is the missing piece they didn't know they needed. Made from lead-free crystal, this decanter has straight lines down the body cut into the crystal for a decadent finish. There are matching Soho Home glasses if you want to complete the set, too.

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Soho Home Roebling Decanter
115
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Christmas Gifts For Wellness Couples

Neom Organics Essential Oil Blends Collection (£150, originally £167)

Taking time for each other in our busy lives is something all of us need to prioritise, and this Well Being Pod complete with Essential Oils helps couples do just that. The pod comes with four different oils to suit all their needs: Feel Good Vibes, Focus The Mind, Complete Bliss, and Bedtime Hero, each of which allows them both to switch off and relax with complete calmness. Reviews state it is "expensive but worth it" and a "luxurious treat", so if a special couple in your life need some time out to slow down in a tranquil setting, then this could be the ideal gift.

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Neom Organics Essential Oil Blends Collection
£150 from neomorganics.com
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Christmas Gifts For Romantic Couples

Virgin Experience Two Night Stay in the Cotswolds (£175)

Give the gift of escaping from normal life with a two-night stay at the gorgeous Stonehouse Court Hotel in the Cotswolds. Overlooking the Stroud canal, this romantic 17th-century manor house is clean and comfortable and has a cosy bar with a stone fireplace to snuggle up by. Customer reviews recommend booking in advance to get the dates you require as this deal runs from Sunday to Fridays throughout the year. The Cotswolds is the perfect area for exploring a short trip, but if this location isn't suitable, then Virgin Experience has hotels all around the country to suit.

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Virgin Experience Two Night Stay in the Cotswolds
£175
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