A Dozen of New Year Gifts! 

New Year's Celebration is a beautiful time of the year where you get together to understand the achievements that you have made, all while preparing yourself to approach a new year of challenges and achievements. Whether it is with your family, your colleagues or your best friends, the new year season is the best time for you to warmly step out of a year of memories and flashbacks, all while getting ready to accept the New Year ahead of you.

Just like any other festive season, it is important to find the right gift to celebrate New Year's. However, with Christmas just days before New Year's, it is hard to find the perfect gift that incorporates both Christmas and New Year’s together. Therefore, to support you with your hunt for the best gift that is both versatile for Christmas and New Year's, our experts at Give Hampers Melbourne have put together a beautiful collection of gifts that you can use for both these festive occasions. These gifts are ideal to bridge celebration, especially in the city known for summer holidays, rooftop parties or outdoor gatherings. It is the notion of combining Christmas gifts with New Year's celebration gifts. Read along to find out all the creative ideas that we have for you. 


Why Choose Gifts that Work for Both Christmas & New Year

Settling down with the perfect gift that matches both the special moments can be a versatile option in the long run. It can also be a sign of longevity of certain gifts, offering your recipients the opportunity to hold on to their gift with sentimental value for a very long time. These Christmas gifts and New Year gifts are often under the same theme of spreading love and joy amongst your loved ones. You can also focus on their preferences or interests to make the gift extra special. In Melbourne, we suggest that you focus on Melbourne-specific elements such as summer picnic, summer beach outings, barbecue nights or even whiskey in the kitchen! Practically, A gift that fits into both these occasions can also be quite functional and can be used on either occasion as well. For example, if you are hoping to gift your beloved recipient a signature piece of expensive jewellery, they can use this for Christmas or New Year's and also for other celebrations throughout the year.


12 Gift Ideas for Christmas and New Years 

Our experts have put together a list of gift options for you to consider for all your Christmas & New Year gifts. 


  1. Gourmet Hamper with Australian Wine – Perfect for Christmas lunch and New Year’s Eve toasts. A gourmet hamper is often elegant and speaks volumes as it is warmly welcomed by most recipients during celebratory moments.

  2. Luxury Picnic Set – Ideal for summer beach days or fireworks viewing. You can choose to arrange a picnic by bringing in Christmas or New Year hampers for you to celebrate with your loved ones at the beach or at the local park.

  3. Personalised GlasswareStylish and functional for both celebrations. Adding personalised items is always a beautiful gesture, as these gifts last longer. At Gifthampers Melbourne, you can choose to add a glass candle or a whiskey shot glass with a special message.

  4. Artisan Cheese & Charcuterie Boards – Pairs beautifully with festive drinks. Whether you choose to purchase a charcuterie board and add your own items or simply present it in a hamper to your beloved recipients, this gesture speaks volumes!

  5. Cocktail-Making Kit Fun for New Year’s parties and Boxing Day gatherings. Celebratory moment with colourful and vibrant drinks. It can be a cocktail or a mojito. A cocktail-making kit does exactly what they are supposed to do!

  6. Outdoor Bluetooth Speaker – Sets the vibe for BBQs and parties. Keep the celebrations up and running with a barbecue party. You can choose to include meaty dishes that your recipients would adore during the festive season. Music is a must, and we suggest that you stick to the theme.

  7. Melbourne Roastery Coffee SetA treat for holiday mornings and New Year brunches. Our Christmas Hampers and New Year Hampers carry a great deal of coffee and brunch-related snacks. These would be a perfect addition to Amplify their New Year’s.

  8. Spa & Pamper Hamper – For relaxation between the busy festivities.  Everyone deserves a calm break to recollect their thoughts and to stand strong in the upcoming days. A hamper with pamper products would exactly give them the right relaxation they deserve.


  1. Customised Calendar for the New YearThoughtful and practical. You can also align your gift with your recipient's work or their common practice. For example, if your recipient is a meticulous person who likes to focus a lot on work, it is important that you give them something that is practical and functional. A customised calendar would help them be aligned with their tasks.

  2. Summer-Ready Sunglasses Stylish for beach days and rooftop events. Christmas in Australia is not like any other country. Therefore, it is important that you prepare yourself and your recipients with the right summer get-up.

  3. Scented Candle CollectionCreates a festive yet cosy mood. Regardless of the season, a candle is always a beautiful addition to homes. Make each moment aromatic and memorable for your recipients with a scented candle that resonates with the winter season.

  4. Gift Cards to Melbourne ExperiencesFrom wine tours to hot air balloon rides. Your recipients would love to experience activities outside the box. This is where you can get creative and give them exactly what they need without them knowing. Make sure that your gift cards will last even after the Christmas season.

Presentation Matters 

No matter what you choose to gift your beloved recipients, it is important that you present it to them in beautiful packaging. It could be in a gift basket or beautifully wrapped. If you are hoping to invest in a Christmas hamper or a New Year's hamper from us at Gift Hampers Melbourne, we promise that your hampers will be wrapped in a premium gift box in between stylish tissue papers and finished with a decorative sleeve. We can also add a complimentary gift card for you to add your thoughtful messages. All our hamper sleeves follow the main essence of Christmas. This means pictures of Christmas trees, Jingle Bells, and Champagne glasses in vibrant colours such as gold, red and white.


Final Tips for Choosing the Right Gift 

Just like any other tip that we have mentioned in this blog, it is important that you always choose the right gift that resonates well with the season and with your recipient.  Always think about what your recipient would like and often consider the lifestyle they choose to follow. This can include the favourite beverages or a certain diet that they are following. We suggest you consider local brands or Australian manufacturers for fresher ingredients and a premium line of products. 

 

HO, HO, HO into the New Year! 

Christmas and the New Year must be celebrated in style, regardless of the sunny beaches and the warm breezes that we have in Australia.  When choosing the right gift to celebrate these beautiful locations, we suggest that you consider the local stores in Melbourne or an online hamper service like us at Gift Hampers Melbourne. This brings you adequate positioning to find the right gift for your Melbourne recipients. Moreover, finding a versatile and thoughtful gift would also make better sense to address both important events. If you are looking for the best Christmas hamper or New Year's hamper in Melbourne, we suggest that you visit us at Gift Hampers Melbourne today! We have a range of hampers to satisfy all your immediate gifting needs. With convenient delivery services, you can have them delivered to your recipient's doorstep in no time.

 Explore Melbourne's finest Christmas hampers and New Year's Hampers with us!