It’s that time of the year again, the season of gifting. Picture: iStock
It’s that time of the year again, the season of gifting which comes with a huge dilemma of what gift to get for someone special, family and friends.
Choosing the perfect gift isn’t just about finding something nice, it’s a meaningful decision wrapped in care, budget-wisdom and values.
In South Africa, shoppers are approaching gift-buying with a sharper eye.
According to a Global Consumer Insights report by PWC, nearly 49% of consumers say they’re willing to pay up to 10% more for a product that aligns with their values, such as environmentally conscious products or those with social impact.
So, with that in mind, here are some gift ideas that to make those special people feel even more special.
Jewellery
The Barbie X Jenna Clifford limited edition necklace is designed to be versatile, timeless, and attainable, it was crafted for girls, sisters, friends, mothers and grandmothers alike.
Inspired by the pink sapphire huggies and pillow-cap ring from the core Barbie × Jenna Clifford collection, it carries forward the same spirit of timeless style and intention.
It’s more than jewellery; this necklace is a symbol of mentorship and connection. 10% of each purchase directly supports the TechnoGirl Trust, a South African NPO that empowers girls from disadvantaged backgrounds by providing mentorship, skills development and structured job-shadowing opportunities in STEM and business sectors.
Since its inception, the Trust has impacted over 60,000 learners, helping to shape futures and close the gender gap in critical industries.
Retail selling price R2 800
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Toys
Hot Wheels Mid-Air Multi Crash Playset
Race, stunt and crash with this Hot Wheels track set that includes a motorised booster and folds for easy storage. Drop in the included Hot Wheels toy car, and it immediately launches into a jump-stunt and loop, followed by another jump and curves before doing it again.
Flip the diverter to race off to other challenges. Amp up the thrills by adding more 1:64 scale cars to see how long before there’s a mid-air crash. The set has a handle and foldable storage for portability.
Retail selling price R1 199
Barbie Dream Camper
Adventure awaits with the Barbie Dream Camper playset, featuring seven play areas and more than 60 accessories to play out adventures in the great outdoors! Give the camper a push to drive into playtime, then unfold it to reveal a pop-up roof tent, living room, dining area, and bathroom.
There’s so much fun to be had – go fishing in the pond, relax in the swing chair, and set up space for the adorable pet puppy.
When it’s time for dinner, use the included dough to whip up burgers for Barbie doll and friends (sold separately) or grill up fun on the barbeque – watch the food transform as it ‘cooks’ with colour-change action!
With so many storytelling opportunities, the Barbie Dream Camper playset is a gift packed with fun for kids 3 years old and up, especially those who love the outdoors!
Retail selling price R2 699
Fisher-Price Record Player
Preschool kids can turn the tables on fun with the Rockin’ Record Player musical toy from Fisher-Price.
Young DJs will love picking out songs to play from the 5 colourful, double-sided “records” that play 20 unique songs.
Just like the real thing, kids can place the player’s arm and see the record spin on the turntable as it plays! Records come in fun, decorative sleeves that can be stored in the included play rack.
Retail selling price R1 139
Smartphones
Huawei nova 14 Series
The Huawei Nova 14 Series reimagines mobile portraiture with a pioneering Ultra Chroma Camera and a new and improved XD Portrait Engine, producing portraits of exceptional depth and texture.
It excels in challenging low-light environments, such as live music venues, rendering scenes with stunning clarity and nuanced detail. The 50 MP front camera supports auto-focus Portrait Dual Camera and a special 5x portrait zoom, delivering remarkable selfie capabilities.
There is also a wealth of groundbreaking AI photo editing features, including AI Best Expression and AI Remove, which place a professional editing suite at users’ fingertips, ensuring that each shot shines through and is blemish-free.
Retail selling price R5 999
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