The SPOT.ph Early 'Ber Gift Guide: Fun Sets Edition

(SPOT.ph) It’s official. We only have seven days or less until the clock strikes twelve on Christmas Eve. By now you’re either done with your holiday checklist (thanks to the SPOT.ph Early ‘Ber Gift Guide!), or you’re panicking, trying to get your life together as you hop from one location to another in hopes of securing presents for the entire family. Not to worry though as we have just the thing that might save your Christmas: gift sets. Yep, a tried and tested present for the holidays, gift sets are the go-to when you've run out of ideas or simply don't want to spend too much on literally just one item. They come already packaged (which means less wrapping labor for you) and contain a variety of items your giftee can use—a holiday goody bag, if you will. Now, we know how stressful it can get this time of year so here’s a handy list of gift sets you can cop in-store or online.

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Here are 10 gift sets that you can choose from in case you’re having a hard time thinking of Christmas gift ideas:

Essentials Gift Set 4 (P800) from MUJI

MUJi is the type of brand that you can count on for good finds especially when it comes to the holidays. Their line of practical items—from the standard planner sets to home goods—all make great presents for a variety of different occasions. Instead of grabbing a planner to gift, why not go for a quirkier route and give someone a dipper packed with other goodies, like Essential Gift Set 4 from the Japanese retailer? Included in the bundle are a dipper, a small foaming net ball, a hair turban, a folding hair comb, and a clear pump bottle.

Available online; See a list of MUJI branches.

Swiss Mountain Truffle Assortment Light Up Tin 310g (P1,250) from Marks & Spencer

Everyone has a sweet tooth, more so during the holidays. If you have a friend or loved one that’s an absolute fiend for chocolate, an assortment tin just like this one from British brand Marks & Spencer is a great gift idea. The tin itself sparkles by way of a battery-operated lights and contains Swiss chocolate goodies, namely dark chocolate truffles with a chocolate filling, and several milk chocolate truffles with a milk chocolate filling, a hazelnut cream filling, as well as hazelnut and orange-flavored filling.

See a list of Marks & Spencer branches.

Bit of Burt's Shortbread Cookie (P495) from Burt’s Bees

There's something about holiday cookies that just makes your mouth water. Perhaps it's the smell of cinnamon and nutmeg wafting around, a scent strong enough that it alone makes you want to hang out in the kitchen all day. If a buddy of yours loves munching on cookies as much as they love self-care, then this shortbread cookie-flavored lip balm is your answer. This bundle from Burt's Bees has the limited-edition "flavor" and their crowd-favorite Lemon Butter cuticle cream, both of which you know they'll still be using post-holiday season.

Available on Lazada; See a list of Beauty Bar branches.

Infinitely Pink (P2,950) from NUXE

If you know someone that loves pink, then you best add this to your virtual or physical cart. This pink set from French skincare brand NUXE has travel-size versions of their Rose line. Cop portable containers of the Very Rose Micellar Water, the Rose lip balm, and their multi-purpose Huile Prodigieuse oil in the scent Florale; a great gift for that friend that loves to travel, too.

Available at Zalora; See a list of Rustan’s branches.

Maricel & Aisha Leather Passport Holder & Luggage Tag (P2,150) from The Tannery Manila

Everyone's in revenge travel mode. For that friend you’ve got drawings, or actual plans, of flying out with next year, a great gift idea would be this leather passport holder and luggage tag from local brand The Tannery Manila. The brand is known for making sturdy leather craft, so you know this item is set to last, especially necessary if your friend is compensating for lockdown with a slew of upcoming travels. It comes in a variety of colors like Light Red, Brown Python, Black Python, and Red Yama, which is similar to Viva Magenta, the 2023 Pantone Color of the Year.

Available at Zalora; See a list of The Tannery Manila branches.

Slather and Nourish Body Butter (P1,395) from The Body Shop

Is it really Christmas if you didn't gift or at least receive a present from The Body Shop? A holiday staple, the brand has a ton of gift sets that you can choose from. One great option is this set that contains their best-selling body butters. This vegan gift set contains 50ml versions of the following variants: Almond Milk Body Butter, Moringa Body Butter, Strawberry Body Butter, Coconut Body Butter, as well as the well-known Shea Body Butter. One thing’s for sure, whoever receives this present from you will have smooth skin for days.

Available online; See a list of The Body Shop branches.

Sweet Dreams Gift Set (P2,795) from LUSH

All the stress and fatigue from holiday parties and reunions are bound to catch up to your friend or loved one. Help them relax after a long night of dodging tito and tita’s questions with this gift set from LUSH. Did they spend the night trying to keep an even tone while under a barrage of societal expectations? You know the feeling. Well, the pretty packaging of this gift matches the treats inside, which are all the things you’ll need for a post-holiday party pamper sesh such as a shower gel, body lotion, lip jelly, and a shower bomb.

Available online; See a list of LUSH branches.

Stars of the Season - Set A (P329.50) from Human Nature

Got someone in mind that you know loves to support local? Then this might just be the perfect gift. Human Nature’s Stars of the Season set highlights a few of their bestselling items, including their Sunflower Beauty Oil in 50ml as well as your choice of either a Strengthening Shampoo Bar in Peppermint or Bamboo & Petals. Oh, and if you’re a member of Human Nature or sign up for it, you save some moolah as the price will drop to P280.07 for this gift set.

Available online; See a list of Human Nature branches.

The Fuzzy Duck Cotswold Spa Luxury Candlelit Bath Time Gift Set (P1,845) from Baylis and Harding

Nothing like the word “luxury” on a package to get you tempted. Treat a friend, your loved one, heck, yourself if you want to, with this gift set from Baylis and Harding. It comes with essentials that one can use to turn their bathroom sesh into a home spa experience such as a bath soak, shower creme, hand and body lotion, and a scented candle—all of which come in a white jasmine and eucalyptus scent to help promote calm and sleep. Come to think of it, your friends aren’t the only ones that deserve pampering so we say definitely cop a set for you, too. We might just do the same. See you at the shops!

Available online; See a list of Rustan’s branches.

The After Hours Gift Box (P1,999) from B Coffee Co

Know someone who has caffeine running through their veins? This gift box from local store B Coffee Co is a great option for your coffee-loving friend. This set comes with two limited-edition discovery sets that contain three different flavors each, a statement cup, a coaster, a barista equipment kit, as well as a recipe book and stickers. Plus, the already festive packaging comes with a ribbon and gift tag for you to attach and personalize with a heartfelt dedication.

Available online; See a list of B Coffee Co retailers.

Looking for other Christmas gift ideas? Check out the other Spot.PH Early ‘Ber Gift Guides:

The SPOT.ph Early 'Ber Gift Guide: Tita Edition
The SPOT.ph Early 'Ber Gift Guide: Siblings Edition
The SPOT.ph Early 'Ber Gift Guide: Parent Edition
The SPOT.ph Early 'Ber Gift Guide: Girlfriend Edition
The SPOT.ph Early 'Ber Gift Guide: Boyfriend Edition
The SPOT.ph Early 'Ber Gift Guide: Besties Edition
The SPOT.ph Early 'Ber Gift Guide: Your Korea-Obsessed Friend Edition