The Ultimate Vintage Gift Guide for Christmas 2025
Gifts With Soul, Not Just Sparkle
As Christmas 2025 approaches, I find myself returning to the same feeling every year. The gifts we remember are never the ones we rush. They are the ones that feel thoughtful, chosen with care, and wrapped with love.
Vintage gifts carry a kind of magic. They are pieces with history, character, and quiet stories of their own. In a world slowly turning away from throwaway culture, second-hand and vintage gifting is finally being celebrated as meaningful, elegant, and full of heart.
House & Garden shared a lovely piece about the rise of second-hand gifting and why it is becoming a cherished choice among thoughtful shoppers:
Here are some of my favourite vintage gift ideas from the Adorn, Lumière, and Heirloom collections to help you find something perfect for the people you love.
For the Timeless Woman
Adorn Collection
For the woman who loves beauty, sentiment, and little details, vintage jewellery is one of the most touching gifts you can give. Each piece in the Adorn Collection has been chosen because it feels special, not because it fits a trend.
You may choose:
A crystal brooch for the friend who adores old films and winter coats
A fine chain necklace for someone who prefers quiet elegance
A pair of earrings that feel like they belong in candlelight
If you want to explore the meaning and romance behind vintage jewellery, The Jewellery Editor has a lovely guide on why vintage pieces hold such significance
Explore the Adorn Collection.
For the Host Who Loves a Beautiful Table
Lumière & Heirloom Collections
Some people shine brightest when they are hosting. Their happiness lives in candlelit tables, soft music, and warm gatherings. For them, a vintage homeware piece is more than a gift. It becomes part of their rituals.
Treasures for the host might include:
Crystal glassware from the Lumière Collection that sparkles beautifully in candlelight
A patterned serving dish or a silver tray that becomes a family tradition
A decorative bowl from the Heirloom Collection used every Christmas
Homes & Antiques has a lovely guide on creating a Christmas table using antique pieces, full of inspiration for warm festive styling:
Explore the Lumière Collection.
Explore the Heirloom Collection.
For the Man of Quiet Distinction
Vintage offers thoughtful and sophisticated gifts for men who appreciate subtle elegance.
Consider gifting:
Vintage cufflinks for someone who loves a classic shirt and jacket
A tie bar or collar pin with character
A small decorative glass piece for his desk
These pieces show attention to detail and feel far more personal than something purchased quickly from the high street.
For the Keeper of Stories
A vintage gift is perfect for someone who loves nostalgia, books, art, or anything that carries meaning.
Lovely ideas include:
A vintage book with a beautifully aged cover
A framed print with charm
A small decorative object for their shelf or bedside table
If you love the idea of giving something second-hand, Honestly Modern has a very heartfelt piece about why second-hand gifts are thoughtful, sustainable, and full of personality.
For the Friend Who Cares About the Planet
Choosing vintage is a gentle act of kindness to the world. It takes nothing new to create, it reduces waste, and it keeps beautiful things in circulation.
Oxfam explains the environmental impact of second-hand shopping in a clear and approachable way.
When you give a vintage gift to someone who cares about the planet, you are choosing something that aligns with their values and supports a circular way of living.
A Christmas of Meaning and Memories
Christmas does not have to mean more clutter. It can mean gifts with depth, beauty and sentiment. When you choose vintage, you are giving something with a past, a present, and a future.
If you feel inspired to explore these treasures, you can browse all collections here.
You may find something perfect for someone you love, or perhaps a little piece that feels like a treat for yourself.