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10 Unique Shanghai Gifts to Give for the Holidays

2017-11-23 ShanghaiWOWeng


Deck the halls, the Christmas tree… and under it! Yes, it’s that time of year for gift giving. Some people love the shopping and others stress about it - either way, if you don’t want to gift boxes of Chinese tea (again), here’s our list of some special options with a local flavor. Make their eyes light up with ‘ahhh’ instead of a fallen faced ‘ohhhh’ when they open that third tea set you got them.

 

Dumpling Salt ‘n’ Pepper Shakers


 

A gift both useful and cute, these Xiaolongbaos by the clever Pinyin Press will bring a smile to any face. At RMB 180 per set, purchase online from www.epermarket.com for delivery, or in person at Madam Mao’s Dowry. Pair with a ‘Baozi’ tea towel for an extra RMB 110!


Madam Mao’s Dowry: 207 Fumin Lu near Julu Lu, Tel: 5403 3551, Opening Hours: Daily, 10am-7pm.

 

Cashmere Candy

 


Want to clothe loved ones with luxury? Trek to Wang Qi’s Cashmere Shop (yes, it's far but worth it if you are buying a heap of stuff). Grab ponchos in a candy-store of colors that can be worn three ways, also doubling as scarves. Versatile as heck, they are available in high-grade cashmere (RMB 180) or bamboo silk (RMB 160). Your grandma/ mum/sis/aunt/ex-girlfriend will looovve you! Other cashmere and bamboo items are also available.

 

Wang Qi: Room 11, 1779 Dong Chuan Road, Min Hang, Tel (& Wechat): +86 18656581283, Opening Hours: 9:30am- 6pm.

 

Personalised Pillows

 


Give the gift of a cozy cushion! These pillows and cushions put the names of your loved ones onto travel and Shanghai/China-themed designs. In our opinion, the zodiac one is a knockout but the boarding tickets and Shanghai skyline are just as fun! Play with colors and have fun creating and gifting! December 2nd is your deadline as this talented lady leaves Shanghai.

 

Pillow Talk Wechat: npaminns (no more orders after Dec 2nd!)

 

Jewellery Box

 


Don't want the cliché cloth boxes you buy in bulk every year from Yu Gardens? Surprise Mum with a beautiful traditional lacquer one she can put her precious things in! For RMB 300 at Mu Gallery, it’s worth the smile on her face. The gift(ed) box even comes with its own gift box!


Mu Gallery: 3213 Hongmei Lu, Tel: 64505113, Opening Hours: 10am to 6pm.

 

Sign Language

 


Who wouldn’t want a piece of personalized art? Starting at RMB 100 for generic designs, we love the canvases detailing special places with good memories with special people. Create a special design for a special person (or family) with Happy Ink!

 

Happy Ink wechat: happy_ink

 

Cool Stool


Not the best choice for a trip inside a suitcase, but give a piece of Chinese heritage to a friend who lives locally! The iconic ‘sitting stool’ works as a side table/coffee table or its original intention – a garden stool. Purchase it in beautiful, bold modern colors at Adesir Designs as well as the glitzy glam gold and silver!

 

Order from Wechat Store Adesir or contact Wechat: Cissy_L

 

Spin

 

You can’t go wrong with any gift from Spin Ceramics featuring designer ware from Jingdezhen province. Their cube flower vases are exquisite, (starting from RMB 230 for the small) and their lotus bowls (either in black or white at RMB 1500) are both aesthetic and useful. Either would make the lucky recipient’s head….. spin!

  

Spin: 360 Kangding Road, Jingan, Tel: 6279 2545, Opening Hours: Daily 11am-8pm.

 

Propaganda

 


Gifting someone a piece of genuine art might seem a little ‘OTT,’ but this is a part of history! Blow someone’s mind with a propaganda poster (see www.propagandaart.com) or visit the museum to view them in person. Prices vary so email pmyang@sh163.net to inquire about specific pieces and shipping.

 

Propaganda Poster Art Center: Basement Building B, 868 Huashan Lu near Fuxing Lu, Tel: 62111845, Opening Hours: Daily 10am-5pm

 

Button Up


From earrings to wine charms these cute as a button designs are… well, as cute as a button! From the classic (and classy) designs to the Chinese red traditional (and many others), choose your gift (or a few). Order before November 30th for a 15% discount!

 

Wechat: JessieMalodPanisset

Weidian Store: Retronana (15% discount until November 30th).

 

La-Di-Da

 


You can’t find a more appropriate personalized Christmas gift than these ornaments! Able to be customised for 2,3, 4, 5, or 6-person families, they are fun and original, bringing a smile every Christmas as you unpack the deco box.

 

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