How To Gift More Mindfully

Consider these presents with a lighter impact for any occasion.

So you’re after a gift that’s thoughtful and has a lighter impact on the environment around us? A completely reasonable wish, because gift-giving and being more sustainable aren’t mutually exclusive. Within THE ICONIC’s Considered edit, each product is tagged with one, if not more Considered credentials (from Animal Friendly to Eco Production) and you can filter by brand, price and the value that means most to you. So mark the occasion with these ideas that are thoughtful in more ways than one...

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Gifts They’ll (Actually) Use

Bank on an everyday gift to ensure they use it just as much as their toothbrush. They’ll unwrap classic-coloured organic cotton basics (tees, lingerie and undies), a charming jute bag, season-appropriate headwear or a reusable water bottle and with that much use there’s almost nil cost per wear, you’ll feel doubly good. For kids, lean into things they’ll wear out: hats, full-piece rashies, windbreakers and sneakers that are made from lighter-on-the-environment alternatives. Here’s our full list of items made using more Sustainable Materials including organic cotton, linen and hemp.

It Keeps On Giving

What you gift is almost as what you didn’t buy. Support a business that gives back by looking out for the Community Engagement credential. These wallets from Bellroy – a certified B Corp that gives back to their community, staff and environment – are crafted using Leather Working Group certified leather. Plus, by virtue of strong stitching and tightly woven lining, Bellroy also ensures their leather goods are loved for as long as possible.

It's Personal

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It's Personal

As the name ‘keepsake’ suggests, cherishing something is one of the best things you can do. For your guy, make it personal with this Cameron Studio sterling silver signet ring (pro tip: get it engraved for an added touch). For your girl, try these Haus Of Dizzy earrings. What’s more? These brands both manufacture in Australia with a lower environmental impact, earning their Eco Production credentials in our Considered edit. Provenance of purchase is becoming increasingly significant and it’s no different when it comes to gifts.

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Love Signet Ring

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Wrap Me Up

A gift sans ribbon and wrapping paper doesn’t mean it isn’t a surprise. Disguise presents in paper from birthdays-passed instead or tie in existing fabrics and make the need for additional paper, cardboard or plastic obsolete. Alternatively, here’s a game-changing idea: make the bag you tote your gift in a part of the present! You can read about how we’re reducing our own product packaging footprint here.

One To Remember

Choose an experience from a painting and BYO vino class to an exhibition at their favourite art gallery, a meal a restaurant they’ve been hanging out to try or even some of these ideas.

The Philanthropic Pressie

So they aren’t about material objects or experiences? Give to a local charity that has touched their heart instead. Our charity partner Thread Together, for instance, empowers those in need, experiencing homelessness, situations of domestic violence, those affected by the bushfires and so much more by providing them with brand new wardrobes. These wardrobes restore dignity and provide hope for a better future. To support Thread Together, you can donate on your friend/mum/sibling’s behalf here.