Simone’s considered shortlist for meaningful, beautiful gifting

The most memorable gifts aren't always the loudest. They are the ones that weave seamlessly into our daily lives, elevating the mundane into the magical. Simone shares her best advice to ensure an enjoyable gifting season, as well as her curated shortlist of gifts to inspire your own gifting experience this year.  Nothing excessive, nothing wasteful, only thoughtful items that elevate daily life. 

This list is an invitation to keep things simple and considered, whether you are gifting something small or creating a ritual for someone you love. 

Simone seeks out gifts that people will use and enjoy, not add clutter. She focuses on beauty, quality, daily rituals, and brands that share our commitment to thoughtful design and experience. She also keeps the season’s pressures in mind and looks for ideas that feel meaningful without demanding a big spend. 

This mindset guides this years’ conscious gift edit. 

The Hair Lover Ritual

Mane Event + Pocket hairbrush + Silk scrunchie cracker

Mane Event is one of Simone’s favourite gifts because it genuinely becomes part of someone’s daily rhythm. It supports hair growth, strength and fullness from within. To complete the ritual, Simone has added an Australian, premium pocket hair brush and silk scrunchies for gentle styling on the go. Stylish, simple, and sure to be appreciated by the hair devotee in your life.

Wyuna Discovery Set

Offering mini versions of Wyuna’s naturopathically formulated, plant based Australian skincare essentials. This kit nourishes skin, boosts hydration, and is perfect for someone who loves to travel or explore premium, natural skin care.

The Slow Mornings Ritual

Hair Atelier + Kairos Coffee Cup

Stronger, fuller hair paired with a calm start to the day. Simone gifts Hair Atelier alongside a beautifully designed Kairos cup for friends who savour a slow morning and beautiful design.

If you want to give someone freedom to tailor their own hair ritual, a gift card is a simple option that still feels personal.

Australian lifestyle favourites that complement Apotecari’s approach to quiet luxury.

These are some items Simone reaches for when gifting people who love beautiful design, thoughtful details, and setting the tone of their space with scent. 

Saardé Saint-Raphaël Room Spray

Warm, gentle aromatics that transform a room without overpowering. 

Addition Studio Brass Oil Burner

 A sculptural yet functional piece that adds quiet elegance to any space. The receiver can add their favourite fragrance to create a space that is truly them. 

5-in-1 Scalp & Shampoo Brush

Elevating any hair care routine, this 5-in-1 tool is designed to suit both men and women, and encourages a slower, more intentional haircare ritual. Expect a deeper clean, a calming scalp massage and a noticeable improvement in flakes that will keep the recipient reaching for it day after day.  In this blog, Simone shares her favourite essential oil blends for a simple self-care ritual she uses regularly with the Scalp & Shampoo brush.

‘Four in a Row’ by Printworks (connect four)

A nostalgic, design-forward game that looks as good on the shelf as it is to play.

Early Harvest Australian Extra Virgin Olive Oil

A premium Australian-made pantry staple for the home cook or entertainer. If budget permits, add balsamic vinegar, za’atar, or a ceramic dipping dish. 

LOVE TEA Explore Set

A selection of premium teas to explore and cherish, a perfect sampler for the tea lover in your life.

Meaningful options that can be personally tailored to the receiver, creating memories along the way. Experiences often become the most memorable gifts of the season. 

Bondi Pavilion Clay Studio Gift Card 

A slow, mindful creative session that feels restorative and personal. You may even run into Simone at the Studio! 

A morning gallery visit + coffee

Affordable and thoughtful.  If proximity permits this is a beautiful way to spend a morning together. Follow with a coffee and slice of cake at a nearby cafe. This gift truly captures the art of simple, personalised gifting by removing the commercial and reinforcing the personal.  

Shared cooking class

Ideal to gift to couples, or loved ones who love learning by doing.  Cooking classes often end in a shared meal or with some hard-earned treats to enjoy at home. 

A hand-written voucher for a home-cooked meal

Simple but considered, and ideal for those on a tight budget. Tailoring a menu in line with the recipient’s culinary preferences + a delicious bottle of wine might very well become an annual tradition during the festive season. 

Simone’s formula for a (mostly😉 ) calm gifting season:

1. Don’t leave gifting too late. Last minute shopping creates stress and leads to budget blow-outs and sometimes questionable decisions!

2. Be clear on your budget and list of people you wish to buy for

3. Choose one hero item that complements the recipient’s current lifestyle or interests. If budget permits, add smaller touches that build on the theme and help create a ritual. 

4. Add a personal touch such as a meaningful card 

5. Simone loves spending time in her kitchen so she often creates a big batch of a simple treat that can be packaged up and stored in the fridge for unexpected guests. Think fudge, truffles, rocky-road or crispy chilli oil.  

This season is about connection, shared moments, and care. Whether your gift is generous or modest, handmade or purchased, it's the intention that matters. 

If you want help curating a hair ritual or selecting the right Apotecari formula for someone special, our team can guide you.