We all know that feeling that creeps up in the last week of November. End-of-year deadlines to hit, meetings to attend, and then a gift turns up from a client you hadn’t planned to buy for.
Suddenly the pressure is on, stress kicks in, and we find ourselves promising to start planning earlier next year. The reality is December always comes around faster than anyone plans for.
The good news is, last-minute gifting doesn’t have to add more stress to your already full to-do list!
What makes a gift feel last minute?
This list usually consists of three key things - and none of them is when the gift was ordered.
- A generic, impersonal gift: For example, a gift voucher. While it is convenient, the recipient can usually identify the time and value associated with it straight away, making it feel transactional rather than thoughtful.
- Packaging of their gift: If a gift arrives in an Amazon box or generic postage satchel, it misses the opportunity to make a special first impression. Beautiful packaging, like our Milly and Henry boxes, instantly makes the gifting and receiving experience that little bit more special.
- No personal message: A gift can feel truly incomplete without personal, meaningful words from the sender. A simple, thoughtful message can truly make the experience so much more memorable.
Nail these three things, and nobody will tell whether you ordered in October or the 1st week of December.
If you have forgotten one recipient
Choose something that genuinely suits them rather than something price-focused. A hamper packed with their favourite treats and goodies is always thoughtful, regardless of the price.
With hampers starting from $30, finding the perfect last-minute gift has never been easier. Simply browse our Christmas range, and you will find something for everyone.
Add a message and personal touch with our free branded gift cards and bespoke gifting options.
If you have forgotten a whole team
The yearly dilemma that companies bring to us every year - It truly happens more than you think. The good news is that gifting for a whole team is generally easier than for a specific individual. With our bulk order option, send us your list, budget, and number of hampers you need, and we'll return a quote the same business day.
Don’t need a bulk order? Explore our range of team share hampers, carefully curated for everyone to enjoy together in an office environment.
If A Client Sent It First
Receiving a gift can be awkward, but it doesn’t have to be, especially when you feel like you need to reciprocate straight away.
A beautifully curated hamper, paired with a thoughtful message about the relationship throughout the year, is a thoughtful gesture.
Rather not send it out right away? Why not send it in the new year instead?
Order with us before Christmas, and we will schedule delivery in the first week of January for a special New Year’s surprise.
What If It Really Is Too Late?
Sometimes December just gets away from you, but there’s really no need to panic. Let your recipient know something is on its way, and a short note followed by a luxury gourmet hamper in the new year will feel far more thoughtful than rushing a gift that doesn’t feel quite right.
We continue sending our beautiful Christmas hampers into the new year so you don’t need to worry about leaving things until the last minute.