Shop and spend local this Christmas: 6 Hong Kong brands to make your festive gifts stand out from the rest
- Tofu, transport, traditional tiles and lots more – this holiday season, buy products that remind you of our beloved city
- From Hong Kong-inspired perfumes to bamboo travel cups with locally inspired prints, this list should cover everyone on your list
Six brands where you can get unique Christmas gifts. Photo: ShutterstockIf you haven’t started your Christmas shopping for your loved ones, no sweat – we’ve got you covered with six Hong Kong brands that offer a wide variety of products, ranging from local food-inspired soaps and crochet accessories to toys that remind us of our beloved city.
Hong Kong-inspired soaps by Soap Yummy
Imagine if body soap could be as yummy as tofu pudding, iced lemon tea, or even ginger milk curd. Look no further than this sustainable Hong Kong brand, which offers these delectable scents and more.
Handmade in Hong Kong, all their products are made with natural plant oils and food ingredients.
Crochet accessories by Flechazo
“Flechazo” means “love at first sight” in Spanish, and this charming accessories store will surely capture your heart from the very first glance.
Here, you will find a delightful collection of crochet-style earrings, bracelets and necklaces featuring various flowers, fruits and vegetables. We adore their lemon and avocado earrings.
If you’re looking for a touch of festive flair, don’t miss their Christmas-themed earrings: from miniature crochet wreaths to adorable socks and sweaters, they have it all. Customised accessories are also available in the store. You just need to send them a photo of your design, and they will bring your vision to life.
Christmas-themed candles from Miris Studio
Candles are a must-have every Christmas, especially when they come in irresistible scents like gingerbread and apple blossom. Check out this local brand called Miris Studio, which offers a limited festive collection that will not break the bank.
Their Christmas set comes in two 35ml soy candles neatly packaged in a mini handbag, making it a perfect gift for your BFF.
But if you’re in the mood for something unique yet less festive, check out their tiramisu candle – which looks exactly like the coffee-flavoured Italian dessert.
Hong Kong-themed bamboo fibre cups from Liz Fry
Looking for sustainably made Hong Kong-themed gifts? Check out this design studio based in Lamma Island, where you can find bamboo travel cups adorned with lion head prints, bamboo fibre socks inspired by the city’s traditional tiles or tote bags featuring prints of all the animals and insects you could find on the free-spirited Lamma Island.
Nostalgic toys from TINY
For those who are into nostalgic toys that are reminiscent of Hong Kong’s history and culture, TINY offers a captivating series of miniature models showcasing the city’s iconic transport, including old city buses and trams.
Hong Kong-inspired perfumes by Citiscent
Inspired by Hong Kong culture, this local brand, with an outlet in Tsim Sha Tsui tells stories of our city through perfumes. Their “Spring - Tea House” perfume is based on the city’s tea culture and Jasmine Tea, a Hong Kong-based novella written by renowned author Chang Ai-ling.