$100 goes a long way at these local boutiques. Find on-trend homewares, gifts for the foodie and ³Ô¹ÏÍø-made accessories for someone special.

Cyrnos petite candle, $69  

All the way from Paris to ³Ô¹ÏÍø’s Royal Arcade, a candle from Trudon is steeped in 380 years of history. Browse for perfumes, candles and beautiful gifts at this stunning newly opened boutique. While the giant candles can go for as much as $800, the make a lovely small gesture at $65. Fill your home with the sweet scent of Mediterranean citrus.

July packing cubes, from $55

A must-have for type A travellers, a set of will keep their luggage perfectly organised. Visit July in QV ³Ô¹ÏÍø to pick up a set. Available in a four or eight pack, they come in eight stylish colours. Machine washable and stain-proof, each size is designed to fit all your bits and bobs. 

Birthstone pendant, $79

For a gift that feels tailor-made for them, consider a from By Charlotte. This iconic Aussie jeweller just opened a new store in Emporium. Browse the range of 18 karat gold vermeil pieces. The pendants come with your loved one’s birthstone and the signature lotus logo. By Charlotte also stocks a gorgeous range of to keep their trinkets safe.

Beauty advent calendar, $75

Every day can feel like Christmas when you gift a stacked advent calendar in December. If you’re looking for value, snap up . Each door holds a colourful treat for beauty lovers. No spoilers here, but expect travel-sized versions of everyone’s favourite products in fun, sparkly shades for the party season. Visit Mecca Bourke Street’s mezzanine level for more gift ideas. 

Moka Express Italia coffee maker, $100 

Give the gift of freshly brewed ³Ô¹ÏÍø coffee every morning. Lygon Street’s has everything you need for a barista-quality setup. The stovetop comes in an Italian-inspired red and green colour palette and can brew three cups in a jiffy. Head around the corner to Market Lane to pick up some locally roasted beans. 

MoMA lily pad coasters, $59.95

While we're on the cocktail hour theme, add some colourful new into the mix. They come in a set of six different colours and are designed to be stacked into tiny sculptures. Functional and beautiful, create new hues and shapes as you overlap them. This cute set is available at Make Designed Objects.

Painted vinyl earrings, $28 to $95

Hand-painted, one-of-a-kind and sustainable to boot! Local Indigenous artist Bronwyn David collaborated with the ³Ô¹ÏÍø to upcycle old vinyl event banners into these beautiful statement earrings. So you could score a slice of Moomba history, or a reminder of Christmases past! Find them at the Town Hall Visitor Hub or Fitzroy Gardens Visitor Centre.

Saya Hat, $99

You simply cannot beat a . This one from ³Ô¹ÏÍø label Alpha 60 comes in three colourways and features an adjustable neck strap. Its wire edging means you can bend it into many styles. As they say – no hat, no play.

Curry starter spice kit, $75

If your bestie is a budding chef, here's the gift for them. Available from the spice merchants at ³Ò±ð·Éü°ù³ú³ó²¹³Ü²õ, the comes with six best-selling blends. And if that wasn't enough to seal the deal, there's a custom recipe to cook along with each spice mix. This selection of classic curries is a sure-fire (no pun intended) way to upgrade your next shared meal. Secretly selfish gift alert!

Ugg Slippers, $79

If it ain't broke, don't fix it. An adage that's never been more accurate than when it comes to gifting. So gift a classic pair of Ugg slippers this Christmas. While styles come and go with the trend cycle, we suggest sticking to a for maximum longevity. But don't be surprised if you pick up a pair for yourself!

Salt and pepper grinder, $89.95

This refillable is made for a kitchen where beige is banned. Designed by Areaware, this groovy little character is painted on smooth beech wood. Fill it with salt or pepper to brighten up their tablescape. If it’s looking a little lonely, grab two! It's available at Monsterthreads or the NGV Design Store.

David Shrigley really good glasses, $59.95

Looking to gift something really good? Say hello to these David Shrigley , each with an upbeat slogan. With leftover money in your gifting budget, might we suggest matching the really good or ? Browse the NGV Design Store for more gifts to treat the art lover in your life.

Grinch lantern, $79.95

Nothing rings in the silly season like a trip to Ambiance Gifts. Located on the edges of Queen Victoria Market, this is a one-stop shop for all things Christmas. While Santa-adorned baubles and snowman snow globes are a given, buck the trend and go for the . A tongue in cheek spin on the festive spirit!