Ultimate information to purchasing ALL your Christmas presents this Black Friday – and saving a fortune: Our specialists decide 100 beautiful, intelligent presents beneath £100 for each individual you recognize… with the most effective reductions
It’s easy to feel overwhelmed by Black Friday and the digital sales that seem to be everywhere. Your inbox is suddenly full of emails declaring ‘DON’T MISS YOUR FINAL CHANCE’ to buy something you probably don’t want or need.
But this year, rather than being seduced into making a purchase for the sake of it, use the sales to shop for others – and feel smug about getting a major Christmas headache out of the way before the festive season gets fully under way.
You can use our comprehensive guide to the best Black Friday bargains to buy every single present you need for Christmas – we’ve picked stylish, enviable gifts for each member of the family, from kids to awkward aunties, grandparents to the husband who has everything. And with retailers offering reductions of up to 50 per cent, you can seriously upgrade your gifts while sticking to your budget.
Best of all? There are 100 presents in this gift guide, and they are all under £100. In each category there are smaller presents that would be suitable for stockings and Secret Santas, and big gifts that would make someone’s Christmas really memorable.
Here’s how to shop the sales for everyone on your list…
PRESENTS FOR KIDS
Animal pottery, £11.99, johnlewis.co.uk
Children can learn the basic techniques of pottery by creating six fun animals that they can then decorate with ceramic paint.
Guinness Book of World Records 2025, £11, waterstones.co.uk
The 70th edition of the record book will offer children lots of fun facts to share over Christmas.
Elf fluffy slipper socks, £3.60, johnlewis.co.uk
Perfect for completing your little helper’s outfit, these fluffy socks will keep their feet cosy.
My First Bananagrams, £11.99, waterstones.co.uk
Suitable for children age 4+ who haven’t started reading, this game will encourage a love of words.
Oral B Frozen toothbrush, £24.97, currys.co.uk
Calling all Elsa and Ana fans, this electric toothbrush is fit for a princess.
Werewolf onesie, £18.40, johnlewis.co.uk
This ribbed onesie is terrifyingly cute, with a fearsome werewolf face on the hood and a tail at the back.
Brio steaming train Set, £50, argos.co.uk
This classic wooden train set comes with a red battery-powered engine that produces safe-to-touch steam as it drives around the tracks.
First trampoline, £44, argos.co.uk
This trampoline promises fun and exercise for kids and comes with an inner enclosure to keep them safe.
Mini doughnut maker, £19.99, lakeland.co.uk
Any budding Bake Off contestants will love making bite-size doughnuts in a matter of minutes, thanks to this machine.
Blue superhero costume, £49, merimeri.com
Calling all kids who are ready to save the world, look the part in this costume featuring a cape, mask and cuffs.
Billabong jacket, £84, johnlewis.co.uk
An all-weather, waterproof jacket with an adjustable hood. Perfect for the inevitably wet months ahead.
Lego Hogwarts Chamber of Secrets, £97.47, waterstones.co.uk
Expelliarmus! The perfect playset for fans of the wizarding world, that features iconic rooms and ten mini-figures for imaginative fun.
Cloud sleep aid, £19.47, johnlewis.com
With four soothing sounds, including pink noise – a deeper alternative to white noise – this portable sleep aid helps to settle and comfort babies.
Outdoor wooden mud kitchen, £60, argos.co.uk
Ready, steady, cook! This outdoor kitchen comes with a hob, two sinks, an oven and play utensils.
Faux fur bobble hat, £3.50, newlook.com
Keep toasty in this cosy camel hat, complete with a faux fur bobble for fun.
PRESENTS FOR TEENAGERS
Drunk Elephant lip balm, £13.50, boots.com
Drunk Elephant is the skincare brand du jour among teenagers, but rather than buying its powerful serums go for a nourishing lip balm instead.
Velvet scrunchie, £15.30, discount live from November 29, clementineandmint.com
Handmade in a studio in Wiltshire, this velvet scrunchie is the perfect everyday accessory.
Glossier You Rêve perfume, £46.50, uk.glossier.com
Rêve is the new sister fragrance to Glossier’s bestselling Glossier You. Rêve has a rich plum and almond scent that smells different on every person.
Glass hair duo, £45, ukcolorwowhair.com
Glass hair – mirror-like shiny hair – has gone viral on TikTok. These are the two best products for achieving the look at home.
Loop Switch 2 ear plugs, £43.96, discount live from November 29, loopearplugs.com
With three adjustable modes that guarantee noise relief all day long, no charging required, protecting your hearing has never looked so stylish.
Beats Pill portable speaker, £99, johnlewis.co.uk
The upgraded Beats Pill is lighter, more portable, with better sound quality and comes with a 24-hour battery life.
Levi’s 501 original straight jeans, £72, johnlewis.co.uk
Universally flattering, Levi’s 501 jeans have stood the test of time for a reason.
Instax Mini 9 instant camera, £59, currys.co.uk
In a world where everything has become digital, this compact camera will help teenagers to capture physical photo memories.
Marta borg gilet, £57, damsonmadder.com
Based in north London, Damson Madder is a small female-led brand that has become a hit with young women. Go for their borg gilet in the print of the season, leopard.
Birthstone necklace, £73.50, missoma.com
This gem stone necklace can be engraved for free to make an extra-thoughtful gift.
Pine leather 2025 diary, £41.25, papier.com
Look ahead to the new year with this leather diary. The cover can be monogrammed with the receiver’s initials for free.
The Reappearance Of Rachel Price, £12.99, waterstones.com
Holly Jackson, the bestselling author of A Good Girl’s Guide To Murder, returns with a thriller about a missing mother who suddenly reappears.
Velvet eye mask, £18.75, elizabethscarlett.com
Featuring delicate embroidery, this eye mask is filled with lavender to help you drift off to sweet dreams.
Wool beanie, £36, anthropologie.com
Spun from a soft wool blend, this beanie by Mads Norgaard features a rib knit design and a stylish logo patch.
Shearling slides, £69, fitflop.com
These fuzzy sliders are a winning mix of practicality and comfort – ultra-soft shearling meets hardwearing rubber outsoles.
PRESENTS FOR YOUNG ADULTS
Facial cleansing brush, £14.99, currys.co.uk
Great for removing blackheads and dirt, this rechargeable bamboo cleanser gives 400 uses per charge and features eight intensity levels.
Linen tea towel, £20.80, quinsays.store
These charming tea towels feature everything from dancing lobsters to dirty martinis.
Vieve Modern Mascara, £20.80, vievebeauty.com
Vieve’s founder, make-up artist Jamie Genevieve, took three years to develop this smudge-proof, volumising mascara.
Honeybee overnight bag, £63.75, elizabethscarlett.com
Make packing fun, with one of these beautiful, quilted bags from Elizabeth Scarlett that can be personalised too.
Babyliss Air Power Volume Hot Air Styler, £60, boots.com
Create a bouncy salon blow-dry look from the comfort of your home.
Bamboo cleansing cloths, £11.25, rosalique.co.uk
These naturally antibacterial, reusable cloths are super-soft and incredibly gentle on the skin.
KitchenAid mini chopper, £71.99, lakeland.co.uk
Make midweek cooking fun, with this powerful electric mini chopper.
Lemon glass and pearl necklace, £92, discount live from November 29, sandralexandra.com
This delicate handmade glass and freshwater pearl necklace will bring joy to its wearer.
Dickies cable knit jumper, £92, johnlewis.com
Dickies has become a staple among trendsetters. This oversized knit features a crewneck and ribbed detailing.
Nomad perfume, 50ml, £56, whoiselijah.co.uk
Versatile yet complex, this warm and woody, unisex floral fragrance is one to be worn anywhere and everywhere.
Charlotte Tilbury Eyes To Mesmerise Trio, £46.80, charlottetilbury.com
You better hurry, darlings, before you miss out on the queen of cosmetics’ eyeshadow bundle.
Woven bag, £66, anthropologie.com
The hit of this season, this woven, faux-leather shoulder bag is a must-have if you want to be among the fashion crowd.
Joanie Mary Janes, £53.40, joanieclothing.com
Have your Dorothy moment in these red patent leather Mary Jane shoes. A classic style you’ll wear for years to come.
Glossier Dotcom Duo balm, £20.25, uk.glossier.com
This charming, limited edition hanging box features two irresistible lip balm flavours, Biscotti and Espresso.
Long Island, £16.99, waterstones.co.uk
The long-awaited sequel to Colm Toibin’s Brooklyn sees Eilis Fiorello driven back to Ireland and to the town and people she chose to leave behind.
PRESENTS FOR 30-SOMETHINGS
Tin of coffee, £6.75, grind.co.uk
Founded in east London in 2011, Grind is the official coffee supplier for international private members’ club, Soho House. Choose between four blends of their expertly roasted coffee that comes in a pleasing pink tin.
Victoria Beckham eyeliner, £25.60, victoriabeckhambeauty.com
Fifteen of Victoria Beckham’s eyeliners sell every hour at Selfridges, and it’s easy to see why. There are 19 creamy, smudge-free shades to choose from, including sparkling jewel tones or buildable mattes.
Cryo facial sticks, £9.90, bondi-body.com
A treat for tired eyes, these facial globes help to smooth and de-puff skin.
The Ordinary Glycolic Acid Toner, £5.93, theordinary.com
Reveal a smoother, more even skin texture thanks to this exfoliating toner formulated with 7 per cent glycolic acid, a proven alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) that effectively removes dead skin cells.
Nadine Merabi pyjamas, £60, nadinemerabi.com
Who said pyjamas were just for sleeping? This stylish feather-trimmed range offers instant partywear.
White pearl waterfall pendant, £96, dowerandhall.com
Handcrafted in London this necklace features a single white freshwater pearl and adjustable gold-plated chain.
Medik8 Crystal Retinal face serum, £51.75, medik8.com
If you know a skincare fan they’ll love this vitamin A night serum. It’s clinically proven to visibly smooth stubborn wrinkles, brighten dark spots and firm skin.
Personalised dice necklace, £59.25, mercimamanboutique.com
For someone sentimental, this gold-plated necklace can have personalised dice charms added to it that feature an initial engraving.
Our Place, £80, fromourplace.co.uk
One of the most Instagrammable pieces of cookware on the market, the Always Pan 2.0 can braise, sear, steam, saute, fry, boil and is oven safe.
Jones Road City Lights kit, £45, jonesroadbeauty.com
Make-up artist Bobbi Brown is the mastermind behind beauty brand Jones Road. This limited-edition kit comes with four of her top products for a city-chic holiday look.
Kitri zip sweater, £66.50, kitristudio.com
This black alpaca blend sweater features a laidback quarter-zip collar, and pink piping gives a feminine flourish.
Ninja air fryer, £99.99, ninjakitchen.co.uk
This single-drawer air fryer uses less energy than a conventional oven and can roast an entire chicken.
Champagne coupes, £84, maisonbalzac.com
Maison Balzac was created in Australia in 2012 by French-born Elise Pioch Balzac. Their glassware is all handblown, and these playful champagne coupes are decorated with colourful bubbles.
De’Longhi espresso machine, £100, argos.co.uk
Become a barista at home with this easy-to-use coffee machine. Prepare one or two shots of espresso and use the simplified milk frother to enjoy a latte or cappuccino.
Bodyclock Glow 150 table lamp, £95.20, johnlewis.com
For people who hate waking up to dark winter skies, this clock is perfect. It rouses the sleeper with a gradually brightening light, and at bedtime has a sunset feature to promote natural sleep.
PRESENTS FOR GRANDPARENTS
Heated throw, £59.99, lakeland.co.uk
With temperatures dropping and heating bills rising, beat the winter chill with this cosy knitted electric throw.
OPI Malaga Wine nail polish, £10.14, opi.com
Darker shades are in for autumn/winter, and this deep wine red nail polish delivers glamour.
We Solve Murders, by Richard Osman, £11, waterstones.com
A brand new series, a new detective team and a thrilling new murder to solve – the perfect book for fans of Richard Osman’s bestselling The Thursday Murder Club.
YSL Mini Clutch Eyeshadow Palette, £37.50, boots.com
For those who can’t stretch to a full-sized YSL bag, go for this mini clutch, featuring four neutral eyeshadow shades that are perfect for everyday wear.
Personalised snowglobe biscuits, £22.40, biscuiteers.com
Good things come in small packages that can fit through the letterbox. These handmade gingerbread biscuits can be personalised to feature a special message.
Serving spoons, £30, maisonbalzac.com
These cloud-blue serving spoons will make a charming addition to any kitchen.
Wool alphabet scarf, £54, quinnsays.store
Shun traditional neutral knitwear with this vibrant pink and red alphabet scarf.
Grind French Press gift set, £37.50, grind.co.uk
One of the oldest and most reliable ways of brewing filter coffee at home, this French Press comes with coffee in a reusable tin.
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Cream Home and Holiday Trio, £92.40, charlottetilbury.com
This skin-loving set is for fans of Charlotte Tilbury’s award-winning Magic Cream.
Sanctuary Spa self-care set, £26.50, boots.com
Create a spa experience at home with this indulgent body set to unwind for a restful night’s sleep.
Tim Spector, The Food For Life Cookbook, £14, waterstones.com
The man behind the ZOE diet, epidemiologist Tim Spector, brings to life his knowledge of eating well in this cookbook featuring more than 100 gut-friendly recipes.
Wild Vanilla Orchid perfume, 50ml, £55.50, floralstreet.com
This is no boring vanilla perfume – British brand Floral Street’s fragrance is warm but not too sweet.
Neom wellbeing pod, £71.25, neomwellbeing.com
The wellbeing pod is the ultimate home fragrance gadget. At the touch of a button it releases an essential oil blend mist, for up to seven hours.
PRESENTS FOR HIM
Ninja 8-in-1 pan, £79.99, lakeland.co.uk
A do-it-all pot that’s oven safe. It’s designed with busy cooks in mind and it has a ten-year guarantee.
Barbour socks, £7.96, johnlewis.com
Socks are eternally useful, and these cotton blend Barbour ones have a playful pheasant design.
Charles Tyrwhitt silk tie, £27.96, johnlewis.com
This silk tie will remain in tip-top shape thanks to a clever stain-resistant finish that repels liquid. And it has a concealed loop to hold the tail in place.
Ray-Ban Andrea sunglasses, £78, sunglasshut.com
These matte black square frame glasses feature dark blue lenses, perfect for making a subtle statement.
Christmas Winston Set, £28, harrys.com
This premium shaving kit comes in a special gift box and includes three specially engineered blade cartridges, shave gel and a travel cover to protect your razor.
Leather key organiser, £45.50, discount live from November 27, carlfriedrik.com
This slim leather pouch can carry up to six keys and has a hole at the bottom for a car key. Go for the chic chocolate brown.
Harris tweed slippers, £40, johnlewis.com
Add a touch of heritage to your downtime with these tweed mule slippers.
Fitbit Inspire 3 Fitness Tracker, £59.99, currys.co.uk
Calling all fitness junkies, this small but mighty watch can monitor your heart rate, blood oxygen level, skin temperature and more, even when you’re sound asleep, for a well-rounded view of your health.
Hybrid running jacket, £62.50, sudu.co.uk
Brave those winter runs with this padded running jacket, featuring reflective details, from specialist sportswear brand Sudu.
Prada Luna Rossa Ocean Eau de Toilette, £53.60, boots.com
The new Prada fragrance for men, for the modern adventurer.
Ralph Lauren belt, £60, johnlewis.com
Crafted from pebbled leather, this belt has a square gold-toned buckle and will add style points to any outfit.
Wireless 3-in-1 charger, £59.99, amazon.co.uk
Charge an iPhone, Air Pods and Apple Watch on one simple station – no wires required.
Travel destinations 2025 calendar, £17.60, papier.com
Look to the new year and admire a series of original, seasonal illustrations with each passing month.
PRESENTS FOR HER
Sweaty Betty bootcut gym trousers, £63, sweatybetty.com
These bottom-sculpting gym trousers feature a flattering bootcut silhouette made from quick-drying, sweat-wicking fabric.
Antler suitcase, £99, antler.co.uk
The ultimate travel companion, this hardshell suitcase features two zipped compartments and four double spinner wheels for seamless navigation on holiday. It comes with a lifetime warranty.
JBuds Lux ANC Noise Cancelling Wireless Bluetooth Over-Ear Headphones, £49.99, johnlewis.com
These sleek headphones guarantee an uninterrupted listening experience, even if you’re on a bustling commute.
YSL Loveshine balm, £24.75, boots.com
This tinted butter balm enhances natural lip colour for kissable, glowing lips.
Red ruffle pouch, £34, clementineandmint.com
This velvet pouch can be used for toiletries, travel essentials and as a clutch over the winter season. Personalise it with a monogram embroidery for an extra special touch.
Chelsea Peers pyjamas, £46.75, johnlewis.com
Made from organic cotton, these classic-cut pyjamas have a simple design with striped piping in a vibrant red.
ByTerry smokey eye set, £46.20, live from November 28, byterry.com
Packaged in a gift box, this eye set contains a three-piece make-up set for the eyes, featuring the bestselling Ombre Blackstar eyeshadow.
Fresh Day-To-Night Radiance Duo, £33.60, fresh.com
Give skin some TLC with these lotus-infused day and night creams that smooth skin texture, boost radiance and reduce signs of fatigue.
Dora Larsen lace bra, £40.80, quinnsays.store
The Rosie balconette bra from Dora Larsen features a lightly padded half cup with a delicate lace overlay. The wide straps promise support and comfort all day.
Molten pendant necklace, £90, astridandmiyu.com
This 18k gold-plated necklace will add a luxury touch to a stack of necklaces or can make a statement alone.
Baroque Pearl earrings, £96, discount live from November 29, sandralexndra.com
Handmade earrings featuring freshwater cultured pearls on 18k gold-plated hoops.
Dune boots, £84, dunelondon.com
Winter calls for stylish footwear, and these tan, suede boots are supremely wearable.
Cocktail shaker, £52, anthropologie.com
Mix and serve cocktails like a pro with this stainless steel cocktail shaker.
Orange flowers in vase print, £42.50, quinnsays.store
This botanical-inspired playful print will bring joy to any wall.
