The countdown to Christmas has begun and it’s time to find something special for your loved ones. However, not all gifts are created equal. Allow your gift-giving to shine bright this season with our guide to carefully engineered, lovingly crafted and resplendent looking design objects.

Rich, decadent and luxe; this year our bespoke gift edit is all about mineral deposits and metallic tones as we fill our sleigh with a curated selection of presents. Embracing flashes of brass and mirrored surfaces, we’re using this edit as a reflection of the very best in design. Christmas has never been more golden.

In need of more ideas? Read all our gift guides in the latest issue of est magazine here.

True Colour Vases &tradition

True Colour Vases

Oxidised and utterly modern ‘True Colours’ is a series of vases/vessels by Lex Pott for &tradition. Each of the seven vases is made from a different oxidised metal; copper, steel, brass and aluminium.

$325 AUD

Cufflinks by Minimalux

What would a gift guide be without a pair of cufflinks? Luckily these ones are as refined as they come.Made from single bars of solid brass, Minimlaux’s version of cufflinks are both assured yet understated. Available in satin, mirror polished and plated finishes.

$159 AUD

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Mategot Coat Rack Gubi

Mategot Coat Rack by Gubi

A true classic. Mathieu Matégot’s coat rack for Gubi is the perfect exhibit of an organic yet contemporary form that will instantly create a sense of joy for any lucky recipient. Transforming hallways and lobbies since 1954, today Matégot’s legendary designs are both timeless and classic.

From $260 AUD

Cocktail Table

‘Tis the season for cocktails and we couldn’t think of anything better than our blood orange mojito perched upon this contemporary brass and marble based cocktail side table by Erickson Aesthetics.

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Erickson Aesthetics side table
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Tank Decanter Set

The absolute maverick of the metallic world, when Tom Dixon speaks we listen. Mouth-blown and ornamented with hand-painted copper. ‘Tank’ Decanter set includes two Tank Low Ball Glasses all conveniently boxed up in lust-worthy packaging ready for gifting.

$180 AUD

Brooke Holms’ ‘Mineral Matter’

‘Mineral Matter’ is the new photographic series by NZ born, NYC based artist Brooke Holm. Exploring the power and fragility of nature through Iceland’s dynamic river deltas and seas, her latest series is a unique gift for any art-lover.

$2000 – $4125 AUD

Mineral Matter by Brooke Holme photograph
DE Gloria Brass Ring Candle

Gloria Brass Ring

For the one who has it all. A beautiful golden halo provides the perfect for setting the Christmas table. Then promote it to the fireplace mantel for the rest of the year- because let’s be honest, it’s too good to put away.

From $275 AUD

Tip of the Tongue Lamp

Illuminate your loved one’s’ life with man of the lighting moment Michael Anastassiades’ Tip of the Tongue lamp.

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Tip of The Tongue Lamp Michael Anastassiades

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