The Aesthete

This sharp-eyed pal has a Pinterest board, fancy linen and spruiks for expensive scented candles. How can you possibly please them? With these things, dear readers, with these things. . .

Malin Appelgren Metal Petal candlestick

Malin Appelgren is a Swedish artist who specialises in beautiful hand hammered metalwork. This brass candlestick, with charming petal detailing round the base and candle holder, is inspired by medieval design and the arts & crafts movement. $320 from Garden Objects

Ikebana Kenzan

Level up your floral displays with a kenzan. Also known as flower frogs, kenzan are a tool used in the Japanese floral art ikebana. The sharp-pronged structures, made from rustproof metal, sit in a shallow vase of water and hold up the stems for simple, artful arrangements. $58 from Gubba

Claus Porto Iris guest soaps

These adorable wee hand soaps will delight even the most discerning person on your list. Made with a 100 per cent vegetable base and shea oil for a rich lather, these brightly coloured beauties from heritage Portuguese fragrance brand Claus Porto come in a selection of decoinspired perfumes. $72 from Tessuti

R M Williams Earbud pouch

Keep your precious earbuds safe in style with this handsome and durable vegetable tanned leather case. The brass snap fastener and split ring keep them in place and firmly attached, ensuring that while the pouch will wear and look better with age, your buds will remain box fresh. $209 from RM Williams

Vintage Lassi cups

These beautifully imperfect old brass and silver cups, originally from India, come etched with a timeworn patina and decorative pattern. They’d be stunning as a vase, would look great on a desk with pens, or in the bathroom. Figuring out what to do with them is half the fun. $69 from Small Acorns