20 Special Shanghai Gifts to Give This Christmas
Yes, it's getting ever closer to Christmas. No, we still haven't completely figured out what we're gifting this year to loved ones. If you're in the same boat, then it's time to get a move on and become inspired by this list of fantastic gifts - ranging from jewelry to pamper sessions - to give this year.
AWÜ
Bamboo Collection
AWÜ is a contemporary jewelry brand founded by Canadian design artist Angie Wu in 2014. From her atelier in downtown Shanghai she designs and creates concept driven fine jewelry made with precious metals and stones. Her work consists of collections of contemporary jewelry designs ranging from ready to wear everyday jewelry to one-of-a-kind artwork, as well as custom-made bespoke jewelry such as wedding and engagement rings.
The designs and collections range from "Bamboo" and "Geometria" to "Home", so you can choose a gift that suits any style.
Address: 647 Weihai Lu, #11 (Black door), near Maoming Lu
Tel: 18616892470
WeChat: angiewush
Website: awustudio.com
WeChat Store: https://weidian.com/s/210742424?wfr=c&ifr=shopdetail
Berdnik
BERDNIK is founded on the idea that knitwear can be unique - to both the person and the moment. Breaking past traditional designs and patterns BERDNIK is modern and contemporary. BERDNIK helps people to embrace their inner beauty through fashion, it allows us to make emotional connections to the clothing we wear.
Each BERDNIK piece embodies an emotion that empowers the wearer as they take on whatever life throws at them. No one person is the same, which is why BERDNIK has created a range of pieces to bring out and amplify the best in each and every one of us.
Got the perfect giftee in mind for one of those warm and cozy pieces? Then check out their WeChat and / or Weidian shop below!
Tel: 15221017406
WeChat: koldaeva-ao
Official WeChat: BERDNIK
Weidian: weidian.com/?userid=1391832494&share_id=1391832494&wfr=wx&ifr=shopdetail&code=0619H3hg265lJA0IcZfg2XJ2hg29H3h9&state=H5WXshare
Cai Ci Fang
All of the items and handicrafts are designed by the Cai Ci Fang workshop. Made from antique Chinese porcelain fragments, it all started with an old family of Beijing goldsmiths. Cai Ci Fang gave new life to the shards of vases, bowls, plates and teacups collected for decades by the owner of the brand, and they have since carried on the tradition through the creations you see today.
All the insetting, moulding, carving and polishing is done by hand, and the pieces are then set into rings, pendants, earrings, brooches, cufflinks, ceramic lamp stands and more! All of their pieces range in price, from RMB 300 - RMB 1500.
They make for a super special gift that will allow the wearer or user to hold a piece of Shanghai history with them.
Address: 3-114, Taikang Lu, Tianzifang
Hours: 10am-7pm
WeChat: 131 6732 5166
Website: www.caicifang.com
Crimson Pangolin
Crimson Pangolin Peach Rose. RMB 200
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you may have noticed that gin has gone through somewhat of a revival in recent years. As a drink that used to be considered somewhat of a “colonel’s tipple,” it has gone through a transformation, and ordering a G&T at a bar has become much more exciting of late.
Crimson Pangolin Blue Jasmine. RMB 200
Crimson Pangolin is a gin made entirely of Chinese botanicals, distilled and bottled in Hunan Province making for a very drinkable gin and tonic.
Developed in the mountains of Changsha, they've released two new mouthwatering editions of Crimson Pangolin gin as a tribute to one of China’s most cherished possessions and pastimes; tea! So, if you know someone who enjoys a good gin, this is a great idea for a gift.
Address: 505 Zhaohua Lu, near Dingxi Lu
Tel: 18616329307
Opening Hours: 10am-7pm
WeChat: helenamkidacka / heruba
Website: www.crimsonpangolin.com
Dahlia Home & Lifestyle
Mandala: 100% Cotton, 320gr, double face, 200x100cm, highly absorbent, quick drying. RMB 218
Dahlia Home & Lifestyle, established in 2015, is inspired by the ancient Ottoman tradition and focuses on luxury woven products. Using only the finest Turkish cotton, which is highly absorbent and quick drying; the fabrics are particularly color-fast and durable too.
Zigzag: 100% Cotton, 380gr 200x100cm, RMB 218
You can use these products for multiple purposes such as a beach and bath towel, scarf, wrap, throw, blanket, picnic blanket and more. The possibilities are endless!
Diamond: 100% Cotton, 380gr, 200x100cm, RMB 248
This would make a great gift for loved ones who love both great design and versatility in their products.
Tel: 18621757401
WeChat: selinkireccioglu
Website: www.tuliptowels.com
Dahlia Home & Lifestyle are offering Shanghai WOW! readers free SF Express delivery for their orders, so you can be sure they arrive in time for Christmas! Plus RMB 20 off your next order.
DVA Boutique Spa
RMB 880 (valued at RMB 2,880!)
DVA Boutique Spa - an organic, natural and eco-friendly spa - has put together a wonderful little Christmas gift set for you to give your loved one this winter. Filled with exclusive goodies, the set comes with a DVA Boutique Spa 90-minute Anti-Aging Natural Botox by Gatineau Paris (valued at RMB 1,500), 5 x Interlude Organic face masks, 2 x handmade candles, 20% off DVA Boutique Spa Waxing Service and some more special surprises from their 11 partners such as AFit Scientific Fitness, Kate & Kimi, Farmhouse Juices and much more.
It's first come, first served so get in there fast to make sure you get your gifts sorted! You can purchase from their Customer Service WeChat (Divalife15618940723) or at their Ruijin Lu location.
Address: 240-242 Ruijin Lu, near Jianguo Lu
Tel: 021 5465 7007
Extract the QR code to buy now!
Fernanda Sung Jewelry
Concrete Jungle Earrings (RMB 350) and Necklace (RMB 330)
Fernanda Sung is a Brazilian designer based in Shanghai. Her jewelry designs, made in sterling silver, invite us to see the world in a more beautiful and positive way. Every collection tells a different story, making each piece not only an accessory that dresses you up, but also a meaningful piece close to your heart. For Fernanda, jewelry is an amulet, a piece of memory, a connection we make with the world. It's all about seeing beauty and feeling inspired every day.
Windows Half Moon Hoop earrings (RMB 450)
Windows Half Moon Short Necklace (RMB 410)
Windows Heart Hoop Earrings (RMB 450)
Address: 169 Jiashan Rd, Studio 5, 2nd floor
Tel: 13817474284
Hours: December 14th from 11am to 7pm/ December 15th from 11am to 6pm
WeChat: FernandaSung
Website: www.fernandasungjewelry.com
Fernanda Sung will be offering Shanghai WOW! readers 10% off first-time orders! Simply add Fernanda Sung on WeChat and quote this article to claim.
Fiorella Paris Blues
Fiorella Blues Paris is a French brand of leather handbags and purses. Designed and crafted by a French designer, they use high-quality, imported Italian leather and original unique designs for each and every one.
RMB 450
Give the gift of luxurious and beautiful practicality!
WeChat: fiorellablues
Lalu Raw Beauty
Price: RMB 250
Created in 2015 by Adja Ljung - a French-Senegalese - and her Swedish husband Oscar Ljung, Lalu Raw Beauty offers botanical, plant and fruit-based products. Their natural formulas are technologically advanced and crafted with earth-friendly ingredients, with values rooted in recognizing that the best ingredients for our skin comes from nature.
They approach their ingredients as "food for skin", using only those that nourish and protect the skin we want to keep healthy and glowing; the raw power of these ingredients can boost the healthy and wholesome lifestyle that many seek by providing the most natural approach to beauty. This Christmas, they've got awesome beautyfull gift boxes too.
What’s in it?
1. Your mini Lalu travel kit with 2 products to try their natural and safe products
2. A spiced coffee and chia body scrub for smooth and soft skin
3. One uplifting essential oil to use topically or in a diffuser
4. One eco beauty tool, a Konjac sponge to gently clean and clear your face
5. One Shea & Cocoa butter to protect your lips from the harsh weather
6. Relax and dwell into peace with The Shanghai Gift Company Winter Bliss scented candle
7. 50% OFF on Organic Facial treatment from DVA Garden Spa to look fabulous for the Christmas festivities
8. End your pamper day with some glam with the mini bottle of Prosecco offered by the Wine Lady!
9. And 10% OFF Discount voucher from Sparrow organic
10. 20% OFF with Fine-D’Art on selected bespoke lingerie to get your sexy on!
Website: www.lalurawbeauty.com
Stockists: Kate&Kimi
WeChat: AdjaLalu
Tel: 13621929535
Lu Ming Tang
2018 Christmas Gift Set x MUMU Pouch: Miraculous Detox Paste, Green Tea Dew, Crème de Marie, MUMU Pouch (French designer brand). RMB 780 (Original price RMB 923 - 15% discount)
Lu Ming Tang is a line of premium skincare products founded by French entrepreneur Marie Amiand in the famous tea plantations of Longjing near Hangzhou. They have a cute little boutique on Anfu Lu in Shanghai full of inspiration to help you find special, China-inspired products for your giftee this year.
2018 Christmas Green Gift Set: Hydra Perfection Tea Booster, Wulong Tea Soap, Jasmine Bliss for Lips, Limited Edition Round Pouch. RMB 468. (Original price RMB 563 - 17% discount)
Their products are made with natural tea extracts, which are reputed to have natural antioxidant qualities. Starting from around RMB 95, you can get handmade soap, lip balms, hand creams and more to give you or your loved ones luminous skin for the season. What's more, they've also launched different deluxe Christmas gift boxes and gift wrapping services for you to take lovely gifts back home.
Address: 183 Anfu Lu, near Wulumuqi Lu
Tel: 021 6403 5363
NAH Studio
NAH Studio is a creative studio established by Dutch designer Lorain - a storyteller, concept and interactive exhibition designer who has been living and working in Shanghai since late 2014. With creativity running through her veins and inspired by her new surroundings, NAH Studio was born from the idea of combining her two big passions: China and design.
Lady Laoban totebag (RMB 120)
The designs NAH Studio creates are a combination of English and Chinese language: quirky Chinglish messages that express common experiences every laowai will face throughout daily life in China. With a diverse product line, they create everything from wallets and phone covers to notebooks and bags (handmade from 100% organic cotton). So you can be sure you'll find something for everyone.
Piaoliang Pouch (RMB 80)
Christmas postcard (RMB 15)
Made in China onesie (RMB 120)
WeChat: NAH_Studio
Noveltea
Noveltea combines what British people love the most: tea and alcohol. This ingenious creation is cold brewed and made from loose-tea combined with the finest of spirits. Ideal for afternoon tea, fine dining, and even special occasions, Noveltea brings home some pretty exciting flavors of the world by drawing cultural bridges around the concept of tea and spirits.
For the giftee who would absolutely love this blend, Noveltea have a wonderful gift set available for purchase online containing two signature flavors: Earl Grey Tea and Gin (250ml) and Tangier Green Mint Tea and Rum (250ml) - both currently available at a special price of RMB 215 on Shanghai9!
WeChat: noveltea-china
Website: www.shanghai9.com/en/noveltea-250ml-gift-set.html
Pinyin Press
RMB 140
Pinyin Press is a design-led brand of home accessories, lifestyle products and gifts inspired by everyday life in contemporary Asia.
This winter, they've brought our some brand new products in the heart-warming form of hot water bottles! There are currently two designs available, one featuring Baozi while the other features the lucky cat. Cute little gifts for any loved one your treating this year that will keep them warm too.
Tel: 137 6195 9244
WeChat: pinyinpress
Website: www.pinyinpress.com
Secrets de Provence
RMB 65
Secrets de Provence are a new French brand in Shanghai making handmade soaps! So if you're looking to treat yourself or your loved to some pampering time, these goodies of "savon de marseille" will smell so good and make your skin extra sweet.
WeChat: 158 2196 2264
Secrets de Provence will be offering soaps for RMB 55 + one wooden soap holder this Christmas!
SkinCity 5.5
Living in one of the most exciting cities in the world can make life tough on your skin and state of mind. So what could be better than treating your loved ones (or yourself) to a day of complete and utter relaxation?
SkinCity 5.5 focuses on skincare services using international techniques and standards. They offer everything from body treatments and massages to facials and more. On top of that, they work to ensure that you know everything you need to about how to keep your skin feeling fresh.
So whether you're wanting to treat yourself to a Diamon Mircodermabrasion and "ultimate elixir of youth" facial before a big party, or are hoping to give bae a pampering session like an All-in-One Oil Body Massage. You know where to go.
Address: 476 Dagu Lu, near Shimen Yi Road
Tel: 021-6340 1235
Opening Hours: Open daily, 10am-10pm
WeChat: skincity
Website: www.skincity55.com
SkinCity 5.5 is offering 30% off any facial AND body treatment of your choice! Get in touch today to find out more or make a booking.
Straight Up Razors
Straight Up Razors makes handmade shaving equipment for the gentleman in your life. Their products include handmade razors and shaving kits in endless design and made by hardwood and stainless steel.
This Christmas, treat the man in your life by ordering a special treat for him that will elevate his morning routine. If you order a razor or shaving kit including personalized engraving, you'll receive free delivery, a Christmas gift wrapping and extra blade for the razor!
Complete shaving kit including engraving: RMB 1,588
Classic safety razor including engraving: RMB 988
Modern mach 3 razor, including stand and engraving: RMB 1,058
WeChat: straightup-razors
Website: http://straightup-razors.com
The Shanghai Gift Company
The Shanghai Gift Company is a collection of high quality and thoughtfully sourced products that blend Chinese designs with Western ideas. The range includes unique stationery, hand-poured soy wax candles, and other gifts with a Shanghai twist.
Desk Notes, available in watercolor or black & white. RMB 100
Chinoiserie Teacup Candles. RMB 100, available in a variety of fragrances.
Art Deco Collection. Includes six different fragrances in one box. Hand-poured soy wax candles in elegant hand painted tea cups. RMB 350.
Tel: 13701987673
WeChat: theshanghaigiftco
Website: theshanghaigiftco.com
Timi Saimons Hairdressing
If bae is in massive need of some hair care this winter or has been craving an overhaul in hairstyle, then book them in for a session with multi-award winning Timi Saimons for that all-important Christmas pamper session. With services ranging from cut and style to hair care and more, you can be sure they'll be treated like a queen or king here.
What's more, Timi Saimons is offering some pretty awesome discounts throughout December so that you can get even more bang for your buck and throw it all out there to get your loved one looking and feeling utterly glam for the new year.
Address: 1130 Kangding Lu, near Taizhou Lu
Tel: 6048 0110
Hours: Wednesday to Monday, 10am-9pm. Closed on Tuesdays
TISSH by GLORIA LEE
Established in 2005, TISSH BY GLORIA LEE designs and creates contemporary womenswear with the modern woman as her muse. Geometric themes, clean lines and a minimalist approach to design, the pieces speak to those looking to keep it simple and classic, yet with a modern edge. Many pieces draw inspiration from astrology and tarot cards, creating pieces with meaning to stir and incite.
Designer, Gloria Lee, creates for the modern woman and sees beauty in form. A big believer in positive thinking, Lee meditates on her pieces and wants women to feel good, to know that they are powerful creators in their own right. As a spiritual being, Lee is also known to dabble in the metaphysical and mystical and can be found in her spare time reading tarot cards while dreaming up her next collection.
“You are capable of greatness... Why not start now?”
– GLORIA LEE
Their jewelry collection is made from 18kt gold plated brass with prices ranging from RMB 250 - RMB 480 - beautiful pieces for a beautiful gift.
WeChat: gloriainshanghai
Website: https://weidian.com/s/1187975466?ifr=shopdetail&wfr=c
TONIK Prints
Neighborhood Collection: Jing'an
TONIK Prints highlights Shanghai's unique neighborhoods in a modern and minimal way to elevate any space born out of a passion for this city that we live in.
Neighborhood Collection: Former French Concession
Each print is printed on thick 200gsm matte paper which is both water and rip-proof.
City Collection: Shanghai off-white and charcoal
You can purchase a piece of Shanghai in print for RMB 199 for a 70x50cm print, RMB 139 for a 42x30cm print, and give your friends or loved one an aesthetically pleasing memory of their time in Shanghai.
Address: Shaoxing Road, Huangpu District
WeChat: TonikShanghai
Website: tonikshanghai.com
TONIK Prints will be offering Shanghai WOW! readers 10% off orders this Christmas. All you need to do is add them on WeChat and quote "shwowxtonik" to claim.
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