Near enough in every family, there is at least one vegan or someone who is conscious about eating and using animal products. This can make gifting them extremely difficult as you never know what is going to be vegan-friendly. So, here is our list of the best vegan Christmas presents for 2023.

Dairy-Free Items – Typically people like to gift chocolates at Christmas. This can be difficult for vegans as chocolate does contain milk which is an animal product. Therefore dairy-free chocolates make an excellent gift alternative that vegans are likely to enjoy at Christmas.

Gelatine-Free Sweets – Some people may not know this, but gelatine is an animal product. This means that vegans should not be enjoying any sweets, which are most, that contain gelatine. There are becoming more options available on the market that do not have gelatine in them, some of these companies even create selection boxes. This is another excellent gift alternative that can still be enjoyed by vegans.

Tea or Coffee – We seem to have a food theme going on. But tea and coffee gift sets make excellent gifts for vegans as these are not made from animal products and can therefore be enjoyed. At Christmas, there are many tea, coffee and hot chocolate gift sets that can make the perfect gift alternative.

Cooking Appliances – We have found that a lot of vegans do enjoy cooking and creating their own meals. There are many affordable kitchen appliances that you can purchase as a gift. This can be anything from a blender, toastie maker, slow cooker, or even a stand mixer. All will be enjoyed by a vegan who loves creating their own meals.

Vegan Accessories – Commonly accessories are gifted at Christmas as a small gift idea. This can be difficult as if these items are made from real leather, which does come from cows. There are many companies on the market that create similar accessories made from vegan leather alternatives. These can still come in a range of different colours and textures, so you do not need to be limited on what you can gift.

Thoughtful Gifts – You may also want to consider more thoughtful gifts that aren’t just food or items. This can be anything like a photo frame, scrapbook, or personalised item to name a few. You will find these are appreciated as there is no way you can go wrong and against their beliefs as it is made by you with a thoughtful touch.

Pet Gifts – Finally, you can also consider gifting items to vegans for the pets of the household. Most vegans love animals and are likely to have a few pets of their own. This way you can gift them pet beds, treats, leads, toys and more. This makes for a thoughtful gift that you know they will get use from.

So, these are some of the vegan Christmas presents you can gift this upcoming Christmas. You have plenty of time to prepare so don’t worry, It doesn’t need to be as daunting as it may seem.

Shopping can be an enjoyable pastime or hobby for lots of people. If you are jetting off on holiday this summer, there will be lots of opportunities to shop until you drop. Many destinations will offer lots of excellent shopping destinations, from pretty local markets to large, fancy shopping malls. Think about these things before spending money abroad:

• Quality. Check the item over to make sure it is in good condition. You won’t be able to return it once you get home.
• Is it real? Lots of markets and shopping stalls will sell fake designer goods. Don’t be fooled – if it’s too cheap to be designer, it probably isn’t.
• Transporting your new purchases home. Leave some space in your suitcase for all those extras you will inevitably bring back with you. Make sure you can take everything you buy back into the country – things like seeds will not be allowed.

The market might not be the first place you think of for excellent fashion buys, but if you have your wits about you, it can be the perfect place to find some bargains. It’s ideal for savvy shoppers who want to keep up to date without having to spend too much money.

If you enjoy buying individual pieces of jewellery and clothing items, the market could be the ideal place for you to shop. Keep an eye out for clothes that you can customise if you like to create unique outfits.

Of course, not everything will be a bargain. Be careful – if it seems too good to be true, it probably is. For example, you’re just not going to find yourself a real, brand new Gucci handbag for £10! If you don’t mind about brands, though, you could find some brilliant deals.

Don’t underestimate your local market – have a look at what you can get for your money and you might just be surprised.

The internet is filled with ecommerce websites that offer excellent value for money to customers. In the age of the internet, it’s easy to shop from almost anywhere, whatever you are doing. You can shop at the click of a button using a mobile phone, tablet or other device that is connected to the internet. Here is our guide to using the internet to save money on your fashion purchases:

1. Use the internet to identify current fashions. As well as being an excellent platform for buying and selling, the internet it an excellent resource that is filled with information. Once you know what you’re looking for and what appeals to you, your search will become instantly easier.
2. Search for related terms in search engines to find new websites. This will show you lots of new ecommerce websites that you can purchase from.
3. Look for discounts and vouchers. Many websites will already have their own offers running, and you will be able to search specifically for sale items. Others offer vouchers and discounts for various stores that you can enter during the checkout process.
4. Ensure that the site you’re using is reputable. This is essential before entering any personal or payment information. You should look for reviews from previous customers and make sure that everything is legitimate.

Everybody wants to look good when they attend events like weddings, parties, christenings and other celebrations. Quite often, you won’t see people from these events on a regular basis, so you’ll want to make sure you’re looking your best. It’s a time to put on your best outfit and dress to impress.

You may already have lots of outfits for special occasions, in which case you might choose to alter an existing one slightly rather than buying from new. Dress it up with a new handbag or pair of shoes, buy a new cardigan or, for weddings, get a hat or fascinator that will complement the colours.

If you do decide to buy a whole outfit, bear in mind that there are lots of options depending on your budget. Charity shops can be an excellent place to begin your search, as you never quite know what you’re going to find. People will often donate outfits that are practically brand new rather than throwing them away.

If you choose to shop from new, there will be even more choice. This is the perfect season to buy occasion wear as shops are geared up ready for wedding season. Take a friend or family member with you to offer advice and to fasten zips. As well as being useful, this is also a much more fun way of shopping.