Christmas gifts for him and her

Take inspiration from these unisex gifts that will be coveted by both men and women

The Walking Hat in tweed from Hanna Hats is a timeless gift that can be passed down through generations. From €89-€119
The Walking Hat in tweed from Hanna Hats is a timeless gift that can be passed down through generations. From €89-€119

Hanna Hats

Handcrafted in Donegal by the third generation of a family business, Hanna Hats autumn/winter collection couldn’t be more on-trend and is inspired by the rugged Donegal landscape. The hats range from walking hats, Newsboy-style eight panel caps and Peaky Blinders-style flat caps in tweeds, velvets and linens. hannahats.com

Seaweed & Saltwater sea swimmer gift boxes

Seaweed & Saltwater social dipper gift box, €200
Seaweed & Saltwater social dipper gift box, €200

The growing army of sea swimmers around Ireland will love these. They start at €115 for the Daily Dipper gift box and go up to €400 for the Dive In gift box, which is crammed with quality items including an inflatable swim boy and dry bag, swim cap, King flask, two Falcon enamel mugs, an Ekotree cashmere hot water bottle, an Ekotree cashmere beanie, a Voya seaweed bath, Voya body warming gel Voya seaweed soap and lip balm, a Bean and Goose chocolate bar and a McNutt linen tote. seaweedandsaltwater.com

Ireland’s posters

Clontarf poster by Roger O'Reilly from Ireland Posters
Clontarf poster by Roger O'Reilly from Ireland Posters

Most people have a favourite place or landmark, be it a favoured holiday spot, a landmark lighthouse, their home county, village or suburb, a favourite pub or somewhere special they visited. They can be bought framed or unframed and in a variety of sizes. The above print costs from €30-€75 and comes signed by the artist Roger O’Reilly. And the good news is that you get a second print of your choosing free with every purchase. irelandposters.ie

Five Farms Irish Cream Liqueur

Five Farms Irish Cream Liqueur is sourced and produced in Cork. Stockists nationwide
Five Farms Irish Cream Liqueur is sourced and produced in Cork. Stockists nationwide

Five Farms Irish Cream Liqueur is sourced and produced in Cork and calls itself “the first farm -to-table cream liqueur in the country. Prices vary but are about €34.95 for a 700ml bottle. fivefarmsirishcream.com

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The Eco Conscious travel guide

Eco-conscious Travel Guide, Avoca, €14.95
Eco-conscious Travel Guide, Avoca, €14.95

If you or someone you know is planning a trip, you can help them reduce their carbon footprint with this handy guide, available in Avoca, €14.95. avoca.ie

Green Island

Green Island Unisex Poolbeg Sketch Cross Hoodie, Carrolls Irish Gifts, €55
Green Island Unisex Poolbeg Sketch Cross Hoodie, Carrolls Irish Gifts, €55

Green Island Unisex Poolbeg design hoodie is unisex and sustainable fabric made from recycled plastic bottles and available from Carrolls Irish gifts for €55. carrollsirishgifts.com

The Busk limited edition charity vinyl

Dublin Simon Community’s limited edition Charity Christmas vinyl, €27.95
Dublin Simon Community’s limited edition Charity Christmas vinyl, €27.95

Dublin Simon Community’s limited edition Charity Christmas vinyl features performances from Bono, Glen Hansard, Damien Rice, Lisa O’Neill and many more. Retailing at €27.95 the record is available for presale now at thebuskrecord.com and out on December 9th with proceeds going toward vulnerable people experiencing homelessness in counties Dublin, Wicklow, Kildare, Meath, Louth, Cavan and Monaghan.

Give the gift of comfort with a stylish Joules hot water bottle from Meadows & Byrne

Joules sausage dog hot water bottle, €39.95, Meadows & Byrne
Joules sausage dog hot water bottle, €39.95, Meadows & Byrne

Keeping warm on a budget this Christmas will be a priority for many and the simplicity of the hot water bottle is gaining traction. The covers of the Joules collection are unisex in design and knitted so every cuddle will be a soft one. It features a jacquard stripe to the front, a navy bottle neck and a zip bottom for easy access to the bottle inside. The bottle itself is made from 100 per cent rubber, has a secure fastening to avoid any spillages, fits up to 2l of water warmth.

Petcube Bites2Lite Treat Dispenser

Petcube Bites2lite Treat Dispenser, Three, €170. Photograph: Marc O'Sullivan
Petcube Bites2lite Treat Dispenser, Three, €170. Photograph: Marc O'Sullivan

This one is for dog lovers. The smart pet tech allows users to toss treats remotely from your phone, controlling the amount of treats and distance. Features include a 1080p HD camera, a 160-degree view for full room coverage and a smooth two-way audio that allows you to speak to your pet from afar. Connectivity works via wifi and is compatible with the Petcube App. Available in Three stores nationwide and on Three.ie for €170.

Edel Morgan

Edel Morgan

Edel Morgan is Special Reports Editor of The Irish Times