Gifting for friends and family this season
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This week, we’ve rounded up some online shopping options from both local and international merchant websites that’ll have something for all your friends and family, from stylish to functional.
Island Living
You know you’re finally a real adult when fresh linen excites you in a way it hasn’t before. And with the adorable designs from Island Living, that excitement is totally understandable and should definitely be shared! Give your friends and family the gift of a stylish home with their range of elegant tablerunners, wooden dishes, napkins, cushion covers and more. We recommend their cheerful kitchen towels or funny aprons for a sweet personal touch.Follow them on Instagram @islandliving.lk
Xylo Tableware
Speaking of stylish homes, you can’t go wrong with gifting tableware from Xylo. Practicality is perfected with their stylish cork placemat range, colourful coasters or their thoughtful upcycled woodware. 
Each item is handmade by Sri Lankan artisans using sustainable raw materials, so you can feel good gifting something that benefits everybody. Shop the range at shopxylo.com or speak to their friendly team through their Instagram page @xylo.tableware.
Grandma’s Herbals
It’s the perfect stocking stuffer for anyone you know with aches and pains (and let’s be real, who DOESN’T have those?). The homemade, grain-stuffed heatpacks come in wonderfully soft and colourful fleece covers, and all you have to do is chuck it in the microwave (or fridge) for a couple of minutes and soothe those aching muscles, cramps and even headaches. And did we mention the gorgeous, ultra soothing scent? It’s the gift no one thinks of but everyone deserves! Get them at @grandmasherbals on Instagram
Odel.lk
Say goodbye to the big crowds, long lines and endless laps around the car park! Everyone’s go-to Christmas shopping destination is now online, with a well-organised site that is easily sorted into departments based on what you’re looking for. From womens, mens and kids clothing to accessories, toys, sports equipment and even homeware – visit ODEL.lk to grab what you need and have it delivered straight to you.
Pic courtesy Odel.lk
Urban Island
Perhaps you’re that minute shopper having to make an unexpected stop this Christmas, or you’re simply aiming to impress. Urban Island is your one stop shop for a range of elegant and tasteful gift ideas for the home. And to get you started, they’ve already got a section with Christmas gift ideas. Although you can browse through their products on their website, you do have to visit their store to actually purchase the items.
For more information, visit https://urbanisland.lk/collections/christmas-gift-shop
Nightshades Stationery
Got a stationery enthusiast in your life? Maybe someone you know who really needs to put all their appointments in one place? Look no further than Nightshades, a business that really understands the power and value of good stationery. Give the gift of inspiration, organisation and empowerment through their selection of vision boards, planners, notebooks, scrapbooks and more by dropping a message to the enthusiastic Night Shades team at their Instagram page @nightshadesstationery
Plushbox
All out of ideas? We’ve all been there. Don’t give up yet though, help is at hand! The creative team at Plushbox know just how to put together the perfect gift box based on your suggestions and tastes. Working together with the team, you can create curated gift ideas to suit the personality of your loved one. Items can range from food, personalised notebooks or mugs, bath and beauty items, etc. For more information, contact them on Instagram at @plushboxlk
Vijitha Yapa
If you’re keen to give the gift of knowledge this Christmas, but don’t have the time to browse through a bookstore, Vijitha Yapa’s online store is a great local option. Their books range from fiction, non-fiction, children’s, local authors and more. They also offer a five percent discount to members of their website, although standard postage rates around Sri Lanka apply. Visit vijthayapa.com to check out their collection.