Have a Merry Vegan Xmas With These Stellar Plant-Based Gifts
Far from the minority they once were, there are now over 75 million vegans in the world. In terms of Christmas presents that’s an awful lot of vegan gifts needing to be bought.
Thankfully alongside the growth of the vegan population, we’ve also seen a rise in the number of brilliant vegan brands creating and crafting sustainable and ethically-responsible products, nine of which we’ve rounded up here to inspire your own plant-based present buying.
Ren Skincare Clean Start Kit
British skincare brand Ren is leading the charge when it comes to sustainability and ethical responsibility in the cosmetics industry. All of its products are both vegan and cruelty-free, with absolutely no testing on animals, a rule it passes down to its suppliers and any third parties.
This starter pack includes six mini-sized bestsellers, including its skin-changing Ready Steady Glow tonic and holy-grail hyperpigmentation hero, Dark Spot Sleeping Cream, for an ideal introduction to the brand and a Christmas treat that’ll keep your loved one’s skin looking and feeling sensationally clear and smooth throughout 2022.
Kinda Co. The Magnificent Christmas Cheeseboard
All of the magnificent, award-winning vegan cheeses made by Kinda Co. have been churned at their east London base (we’re imagining something like Willy Wonka’s factory but with a nacho dip river instead of chocolate) so you can take comfort in the top-notch handmade quality.
This magnificent cheeseboard contains a substantial slice of their offering, with 10 different vegan cheeses to devour, from an intriguing spirulina blue to a made-in-snack-heaven margherita block (like the pizza, not the drink).
Veja x Rick Owens Full Acid Yellow Sneakers
Minimalist goth fashion overlord Rick Owens lends his substantial street cred to one of the best sustainable sneaker brands around, Veja, in this true clash of style titans. The result is a bold knitted runner cast in highlighter yellow and an ingenious blend of sustainable fabrics including sugar cane, recycled plastic bottles, banana oil, and rice husk. No leather allowed at this fashion party.
Tony’s Chocolonely Fairtrade Dark Chocolate With Candy Cane
Choccy disruptor Tony’s Chocolonely has forged quite a path in the cocoa world with its irregular bar divisions and the inspirational transparency it displays when it comes to the inner workings of its business. This vegan chocolate bar from the Dutch brand has been made with the holiday season firmly in mind, thanks to the addition of some minty candy cane. Just try not to gobble it all up in one go on Christmas morning.
Stella McCartney Falabella Card Holder
Through a monumental 20 year career in fashion, designer Stella McCartney has steadfastly stood by her principles, the main one, of course, being her dedication to the vegan way. No leathers or furs have ever been used in her designs, with the eco-warrior preferring to use innovative, sustainable materials like the recycled polyester in this subtly blingy take on the traditional cardholder. Made in Italy, it would make for a luxurious treat for any and every vegan fashionista.
BOSH! On A Budget By Henry Firth And Ian Theasby
Buying fresh fruit and veg can be curiously expensive, a conundrum many vegans are yet to fully crack. Thankfully that’s where vegan cooking titans BOSH! come along. Also known as duo Henry Firth and Ian Theasby, the two recipe developers have been spinning out scrumptious plant-based cook-a-longs since 2017, with a mega-successful Youtube channel, where their approachable vegan recipe videos have been viewed nearly 10 million times.
The pair’s latest cookbook, BOSH! on a Budget, is due to drop next month, and features a number of genius hacks ands recipes that will not only make your fruit and veg taste great, but also help you get around those curiously expensive prices.
Seedlip Spice 94 Mycelium Gift Set
Seedlip is one of the best non-alcoholic spirits brands around, and a must for anyone looking to build an envy-inducing drinks trolley. This gift set includes a bottle of its signature Spice 94 (a wintry blend of mixed berries and cardamom), a highball glass made out of completely recycled material, and a neat bio-degradable box crafted out of mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms. Plus, order from the Seedlip website to get carbon neutral delivery. Talk about covering all bases.
Planet Organic Vegan Snack Hamper
The UK’s first fully certified organic supermarket, Planet Organic is a relative haven for vegans and health food obsessives alike. This vegan snack hamper from the brand showcases a number of its tasty delights, including energy-packed protein bars, flavoursome popcorn, and a box of moreish salted caramel macaroons, all of which have been made gluten-free, refined sugar-free and, of course, organic.
Click And Grow Smart Garden
Herb gardening’s popularity surged in the WFH era, but as the colder months start to banish you from the back garden, think about bringing your shrubbery indoors with this futuristic-looking planter.
With LED lights to ensure your plants thrive no matter the weather, you’ll never have to go without your favourite herbs ever again.
