The Female Founded Gift Guide 2025 ✷
The Female Founded Gift Guide 2025 ✷
I am beyond excited to share this year’s Female Founded Gift Guide with you! Nothing brings me more joy than hunting down something that feels personal and unique whilst also being able to champion a fellow Female Founder!
This year’s edit feels especially joyful to me. I’ve spent months discovering new makers, revisiting long-time favourites and generally getting far too enthusiastic about beautiful, clever, brilliant things. A few of these creators are people I know in real life, which means I’ve also had the privilege of watching the behind-the-scenes effort that goes into building such a brand, which only ever makes me love their work more.
I’ve included notes throughout on the things I actually use, wear or display at home, partly because I’m nosy and because it’s always interesting to hear which items you actually reach for again and again.
I could have easily added multiple items from various shops, but I’ve tried to stop myself, as I know how much I love being introduced to an amazing brand, but enjoy scouring their site myself, so please click through!
We hope you’ll find a mix of new discoveries, timeless pieces, small indulgences and one-of-a-kind finds. Most things can be shipped internationally but we’ve included them in their home currency so you have an idea of location.
I hope you find things to gift, and perhaps a few to add to your own list too!
Mads xx
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Matilda Goad Lapis Matchbox Sleeve - £80
We've always loved an MG matchbox sleeve but the new lapis has stolen our hearts, get it engraved with anything you like including kids handwriting (how cute!) at their new Belgravia store
Austin Austin Scented Ceramic Sculpture - £120
Sculpture meets scent - we're in love with this new offering from Austin Austin and can confirm it perfectly fills the room
Gohar World Salad Servers - $158
Hand-carved mother-of-pearl servers presented in a velvet pouch, I mean how utterly fabulous
Popham’s Home Carrot Beeswax Candlesticks - £25
Pophams can do no wrong.. from pastries to homewares, these would bring playful charm to any table
Porta Loretta Candelabra - $168
It was the summer of butter yellow but I feel like this slightly darker tone has and will always be 'in' to uplift your space
SOOS Atelier Mira Cake Forks - €20
These small forks with a twisted handle feel wonderfully playful to elevate your dessert setup, there are spoons too!
Studio Bust Gift Card - £100+
Naturally, the ultimate gift. We can send out physical gift cards in the UK if they're ordered by the 15th December and digital ones are available any time worldwide
Bettina Ceramica Orta Tray - £50
I already have and love the Garda tray but can see this next to the front door or as an extra serving plate for canapés this Christmas!
Colours of Arley 100% Wool Blanket - £145
Perfect for the brief moments those of us with kids will get to be horizontal over the holidays
Boston General Store Fish Clips - $3
Mini? Cute? That's us sold! The perfect stocking filler regardless of age and gender.
Maro Butter Dish - £65
A butter dish is a key requirement and if your teeth don't leave marks on your buttered toast, you're doing it wrong
Rebecca Udall Marble Vase - £200
I've been eyeing up the Flora Vase, but love this marbled one, extra points if you pot it up with an amaryllis bulb.
HAY Dog Bed - £105
One of our team members is about to get a mini dachshund and how glorious is he going to look snuggled up in this bed?
Heather Taylor Tissue Box Cover - $31
Who isn't surrounded by tissue boxes at this time of year? These would make an excellent hostess gift and one can never have too many.
Happy Organics Asparagus Beeswax Candles - $27
If you weren't into the carrots then how about asparagus? They're just such fun
Host Home Embroidered Tea Towel WTF - £22
For the loved one that doesn't follow *the* oven rota...
Martina Thornhill Rose Punched Shade Lamp - $398
I'm obsessed with this ceramics-meets-lace lamp and the light it casts.. pure perfection!
Beata Heuman Napkin Set of 4 - £150
These napkins have a button to secure them around one's neck meaning there's no risk of a gravy spill ruining your Christmas look this year
BATH
Susanne Kaufmann Hand Soap & Hand Lotion Duo - £50
I admired this at a friend's earlier this year and had to buy some the scent was so good!
Frances Loom Muse Candle - £51
Beautiful candle meets perfectly formed espresso cup once burnt, we love a multi functional gift!
Autumn Sonata Alma Bath Sheet - €80
I would never say no to a new set of towels and Autumn Sonata always have such brilliant designs
C.Atherley Geranium No.1 Body Scrub - £40
A lush, natural botanical scrub with uplifting geranium, bath time elevated
Verden x Deborah Brett Festivum Candle - £97
A limited-edition collaboration with ceramicist Deborah Brett, the vessel can be reused once burned for years to come, we're imagining posies and pens would look fab
Colours of Arley Provençale Robe - £145
A beautifully made cotton robe that feels instantly comforting. The kind of piece you reach for on slow mornings
Pophams Home Fish Soap on a Rope - £12
An oversized soap on a rope, such a fab stocking filler!
The Hambledon Slippers - £30
These are such good value and who doesn't love a cosy slipper this time of year
Couverture & The Garb Store Hot Water Bottle - £75
I never come away from Couverture & the Garbstore empty handed and I love this hot water bottle so!
Mirror Water Sun Through Trees Candle - £49
Estee has done it again! This time in a limited edition collaboration with Liberty in this stunning vessel
Austin Austin Soap - £12
Clean, chic and elevated, no notes!
39BC Fig Milk Oil Body Cleanser - £39
Sharmadean Reid has nailed it once again. Everything about 39BC is so well executed, we're obsessed
CHRISTMAS
Frances Loom Cardamom Stocking - £152
These stockings are so unique, cut from antique rugs, they will be used and loved for a lifetime
Shrimps x Bini Bini Bow Stocking - £39
Merino wool stocking that looks so snuggly you'll want to wear it when it's not filled with gifts
Ferm Living Velvet Stocking - £45
Such a beautiful classic - I love the vertical quilting and it also comes in Green and Cream!
Minor Things Christmas Stocking - £67
Oh my goodness these come in the most wonderful solid colours and checks to make your heart sing - I'd love to embroidered names on the chocolate brown for my loved ones!
TOAST Patchwork Christmas Stocking - £45
This is such a timeless classic and would bring festive cheer to any abode!
Jemma Lewis Marbled Paper - £11
Beautiful hand-marbled sheets for an extra special gift
Memo Press Nutcracker Wrapping Paper - £13
Memo Press has such a beautiful selection of watercolor illustrated papers and note cards to elevate your wrapping game!
Cambridge Imprint Pack of Ten Cards - £15
I love the unique prints at Cambridge Imprint, also home to fabulous Paper Crowns and Paper chain kits!
Rowen & Wren Handmade Wrapping Paper - £12
Everything Rowen & Wren do is always so thoughtfully considered and we love their handmade wrapping paper and satin ribbons
Choosing Keeping Bird Stickers - £8
A trip to Choosing Keeping is dangerous, but I never come away without a new pack of stickers and can't wait to use these!
Villa Bologna Three Kings Tea-Lights Set - £90
One thing I love about darker mornings is lighting candles to enjoy at breakfast time and know we'll all love the ritual of getting these out year after year.
Cream Cornwall Beaded Mushroom - £15
A tiny beaded mushroom I can’t help smiling at, I've been collection mushroom decorations in various mediums for 10 years now and I adore the sparkle a beaded one brings.
Lotte Studio Foil Decorations - £13
I love Lotte Studio's Christmas prawn, she can also personalise them with an initial.
Soosumsee Lucky Clovers Set of 4 - £21
Bec releases new decorations each year and they just keep getting better! I love these lucky clovers and am going to struggle to give them away!
Issy Granger Glass Bauble - £28
A beautifully hand-etched glass bauble. Hang this one out of reach of little hands.
The Fabled Thread Drummer Embroidery Kit - £40
I love Eppie's Folk inspired designs and dream of tucking into a beginner-friendly embroidery kit like this during that slow betwixmas period.. They also do a great stocking kit!
Kate Owen Stocking Kit - £45
Making something yourself is oh so rewarding and what a joy to get out handmade stockings each year! Only note is that a sewing machine is recommended.
TOAST Wood Block Printing Kit - £25
Perfect for adorning a stack of plain cards or embellishing a roll of brown paper, even if you let a 3 year old loose on this, it'll still be beautiful!
The English Stamp Company Custom Stamps - from £18
Or I love the idea of creating our own stamps each year - you can upload a hand drawn picture and they’ll make it into a bespoke stamp!
Hadley Paper Goods Christmas Card Kit - £13
We are big fans of these card kits at home - the combinations are endless and the end result is suitably chic!
CLOTHING
If Only If Clover Choc Gingham Nightie - £105
I live in If Only If nighties and I love this shorter version, if only it came with plane ticket to somewhere warm?
With Nothing Underneath Shirt - £130
Where would we be without WNU shirts. Always fab fits and this plaid is such a wardrobe staple
Understatement Mesh V-Balconette Bra - £66
Delicate dotted mesh that feels lightly playful and elegant at the same time
SRG Cleo Top - £235
Chic mama and SB Client Sofia Richie Grainge just launched SRG Atelier. I love how effortlessly stylish this is
Comme Si La Boxer - $95
A beautifully cut pair of boxers that you'll wear forever, they also do cute sets
HOLLI Kaia Dress - $620
Winter Whites are so chic, but I'd also have this on my wishlist if I was a 2026 Bride!
ACCESSORIES
Loeffler Randall Dina Travel Tote - $195
My super chic friend India is using this tote as her nappy bag, the material is practical and can be used long after the nappy years
Jess Wheeler Studio Brooches - from £50
Hand-cast brass brooches inspired by nature that feel like wearable curiosities I’d treasure on a coat or scarf
The Hambledon Extra Dirty Clip - £15
A fun oversized hair clip with a twist adds a dose of fun to any outfit
MERIT × TOVE Evening Set - £119
How clever is this mini makeup set and gorgeous take on Merit's classic knot bag. Everyone in the SB team can vouch for the Merit Blush, it's just the best!
Salter Horse Comb - $105
This vintage-inspired tortoiseshell comb is so elegant, I would love to have this on my dressing table
Anya Hindmarch Penguin Bag Charm - £175
With so many iconic brands to choose from, you really can find that specific charm for your loved one that makes them feel seen!
Studio Bust Wear Sunscreen Cap - £35
Our bestselling cap for a reason. To be worn all year round please!
Studio Ashby x Le Tings Carpet Bag - £400
A beautifully hand-loomed tote that feels luxurious and purposeful, such a chic addition for the person who has everything
CLÒIMH Soft Wool Tied Bonnet - £75
Clever Hollie Mercedes! I love all of her pieces and am beginning to build a collection. This cosy bonnet feels old-school in the best way
Pairs Bed Socks - £25
These are like plush slippers in sock form and I always reach for them on chilly mornings. They also do multipacks and thinner pairs in gorgeous colours
Staise Candy Glow Scrunchie - £22
A fun and practical glow-in-the-dark scrunchie for the runners in your life
Surprise Paris Mohair Scarf - €130
We're obsessed with this French brand. We discovered it in Merci on a Studio Bust trip and now they've opened a full store just round the corner
JEWELLERY
Dévé Mini Non-Conformist Hoops - £150
I challenge you to find anyone who wouldn't love these. A true, never-take-them-off type of piece
Missoma Lucy Williams Knot Torque Necklace - £249
There's a reason Lucy Williams has been collaborating with Missoma for over ten years now, they just nail it every time. I love the mixed metal and fixed shape on this!
Timeless Pearly Mireille Earrings - €317
I love how all of this brands' earring pairs are same same but different. I've got a bit of a thing for pears so these would be my pick!
Alighieri The Tale of the Lion Necklace - £150
We gifted a friend the fish version of this and I've now got my eye on the Lion. A pop of red is always win!
Milne Watson Cosmic Ember Bracelet - £290
I love a beaded piece to add some colour and peek over the top of a classic t-shirt and jumper combo
CC Moulton Jewellery Case - £360
A good jewellery box is hard to find, but this one ticks every box. I've wanted to drape their Moire somewhere in my home for years, so for the moment this is the next best thing!
Lucy Delius Diamond Pavé Signet Ring - £6,200
The ultimate showstopper that will become a family heirloom
Jessica McCormack Rope Ring - £950
I would take anything from Jessica McCormack but this piece feels particularly wearable and timeless
Emma Clarkson-Webb Bespoke Pendants with Children's Drawings- from £650
My most precious possession, I have one for each of my daughters, with a little note in their handwriting on the other side
Real Fine Studio Lucky Pinky Ring - $1,990
The horseshoe shape, the baguette diamonds - it's all just too good! Their August necklace is also v good.
LITTLE ONES
Milk Teeth Max Sweater - $60
Milk Teeth certainly know how to inject some fun into your kids' wardrobes, we love their pieces!
Couverture & The Garbstore Memory Game - £35
My children love these games, finally something chicer!
Nights By Wilder Farrow Set - £58
Our Nights by Wilder PJs are amongst our favourites and I actively support them wearing them from day to night.
Konges Slojd Strawberry Booties - £30
Strawberry booties!! Such a sweet way to keep little feet cosy.. they have a matching bonnet too.. just saying!
If Only If Dolly PJs in Rust Gingham - £25
These PJs for your little one's favourite bear are just the sweetest! They also have a nightie version so they can match
Claude & Co Drew Chocolate Spot Borg Jacket - £50
This is so chic, does it come in my size?
Straw Mini Wool Sheep - £24
These would make the sweetest gift for a new babe. It's easy to love everything Straw London do!
Super Smalls Days of the Week Press On Nails Kit - $34
This is the top of my daughter's wishlist, everything Super Smalls do is so spot on.
Misha & Puff Schnurpfel Pony - $50
We love these on long car or plane journeys and win win they are also so good for their hand eye coordination.
Rosie Sugden Cashmere Baby Bonnet - £39
These bonnets are oh so soft and can even be personalised. I love their colour combos too
Meri Meri Ladurée Charm Bracelet Advent Calendar - £65
What a way to count down to the festive season with two iconic brands, j'adore!
Nellie Quats Wren Jumper - £58
Another piece I'd like in my size, perfect for cosy nights
Mini Rodini Panda Ski Jacket Brown - £160
You can't go wrong with Mini Rodini - we love their coats and with the current temps we'll need ski wear in England!
Sleepy Doe Classic Pyjama Set - £38
These are the softest PJs around, they wash so brilliantly and come in the sweetest patterns
Biscuiteers Nativity Christmas Biscuit Tin - £40
Our neighbours gift my kids Biscuiteers each Christmas and they ration them out and agonise over which to eat first!
Minor Things Duck Mobile - £115
The sweetest mobile you ever did see, perfect for tiny new arrivals
Tiny Colours Blue Cotton Trousers - £20
We have these cords in multiple colours and I love the fit - this electric blue is so good!
Wheat Evig Sock Giftbox - £30
IYKYK - these are the baby socks that *actually* stay on, extra points for the dreamy colour combos
TEENS AND TWEENS
Pineapple Women’s Charcoal Retro Crop T-Shirt - £18
The 90s kid in me was so excited to revisit the Pineapple store recently and I bought this for my niece who's a brilliant dancer. Their dance classes would also make a great gift!
Pophams Home Croissant Hair Clip - £19
Sunday croissants are a ritual in our house and this is going straight in my daughter's stocking!
Stripe & Stare Soft Brushed Woven Pyjama Bottoms Lazy Sunday - £65
So soft, so chic, you won't even mind if they spend all day in them
Spots & Stripes Clear Skin Set for Boys - £43
This stylish set is a great way to get your tween/teen looking after their skin
Daisy Jewellery Polly Knot Chain Necklace 18ct Gold Plate - £89
This necklace is cool and timeless, you'll be wanting to borrow it!
Summer Fridays The Holiday Trio - $48
This set includes two gorgeously scented lip balms packaged together with a hydrating masque and is guaranteed to be a crowd pleaser
WELLNESS
Formula Fig Skincare and Facials Gift Card - $25+
It's no secret how much we love Formula Fig! Visit them for a facial in Canada and LA or order their curated selection of phenomenal brands online
VIEVE Skin Nova Complexion Balm - £28
When Jamie Genevieve came in for her Bust she was glowing head to toe. The secret? 8hrs sleep in a bottle which our team bought on the day and haven't stopped using since. We love a skincare meets makeup product
Celeste Hartley's The Little Blue World - £25
I love a journal that encourages creativity and this pairing of The Little Blue Book and one for your very own doodles and musings does just that
Bala Play Mat - $129
Great practice is made so much easier with an excellent mat. We love that this one comes in 8mm thickness for extra cushioning
The Sculpt Society Online Membership - $25/month or $180/year
Megan came in for a Bust and talked about her mission to make cardio fun through dance. If it's good enough for Sabrina Carpenter it'll certainly work for us!
TALA DayFlex Wrap Flared Yoga Pant - £51
We're constantly blown away by Grace Beverley's empire and love these flares so much! Buttery soft and the wrap waistband is super flattering
Aime The Glow Studio Treatment Menu - €70+
So many great treatments available from infrared to classic facial, but we’re super interested in the hair and scalp boost treatment, cranial massage followed by dermalux LED treatment whilst they massage your neck and shoulders - heaven!
Sugared And Bronze Tan - $69
Who doesn't feel better with a fresh tan? Even better that it doesn't come with a dose of sun damage. Sugared and Bronze are much loved amongst the SB team!
Stalle Studios Facial Treatments - $300+
I've been dreaming about these facials from this New York Studio
Pilates by Bryony Online Membership - £42/month or £305/year
The classes our team swear by! Use code NEWBFPBB to save 20% for Black Friday
T-F Studio Grip Socks - $22
Why do all grip socks have contrast colour grips and short cuffs that slip off? We love that Bust client Tasha has created the perfect ones in 3 colours: padded, subtle, ribbed cuffs - we're obsessed
The Pillow Drop Cushion - £60
Gwyneth Paltrow said this pillow is her "best wellness product for self-care", a way for you to not so subtly drop the hint
ART
Clare Dudeney via The Dot Project - £POA
I love the texture in Clare's work paired with this perfect rounded corner frame. I've loved The Dot Project's recent collaboration with HeritageXplore too!
Bespoke Miniature Bust - £950/$1050
Studio Bust's very own gorgeous little Miniatures, cast in Bronze
Yiwei Xu via Wondering People - £695
The pastels bring both a softness and a vibrancy to this piece and I love finding new to me discoveries via Wondering People
Nathalie Basoski via Partnership Editions - £180
I've been buying from Partnership Editions for longer than I can remember and love Nathalie's work
Zoe Wilson Pello Sculpture - £460
Zoe Wilson's carved sculptures evoke a deep sense of calm and her new miniatures have me wanting to collect a set! I so enjoy watching her chip away as I walk past her Studio each day
Lucy Leucht via Pictures for St Petrocs - £100
Proceeds from this print sale will go towards St Petrocs Winter Appeal, supporting people experiencing homelessness during the coldest months of the year in Cornwall
Land and Clay Plate - £54
Hard relate.. anyone else?
Bust via The Beaux Store - $495
Ashley always has such a brilliant curation of vintage finds, this Bust would be at home in any home!
Sally Newton via Mylo Art - £265
Sally is another of my Studio neighbours and it's been such a joy to watch her work evolve. These minimalist landscapes are so beautiful, I might have already bought one for myself!
Waters Bloom Print by Harlie Briggs - from £70
We saw the original water lilies on display at amie wine studio and they just have such a calming depth to them
The Full Montage - £100
I love these clever collages and think this would be such a crowd pleaser
Freyja Lee Wild Woman Platter via Felt Collections - £600
I've long admired Freya's work and love hanging plates like this on a wall
FOOD
The Christmas Companion by Skye McAlpine - £17
A festive recipe book full of cosy classics and seasonal crafting tips that feel perfect for holiday hosting
White Mausu Peanut Rāyu - £37
Grab this pack of six and pop one in every stocking - I'm yet to find a dish it didn't make yummier
Jenki Uji Matcha Tin - £34
Jenki has cult status in London for a reason, this will convert even the most discerning friends and family into matcha-lovers
Fiasconaro Pear & Chocolate Panettone - £29
The panettone to end all panettone’s and if there’s any left we’ll be trying this panettone tiramisu hack on boxing day
Weekend Recipes Cookbook - £24
Seasonal, comforting recipes that you can really enjoy making and eating!
Hu Kitchen Dark Chocolate Ultimate Variety Pack - £30
There isn't a day that goes by in the SB Studio where someone doesn't whip out one of these, our fave is the Cashew Butter Dark Choc
Delli Start Here Lunch Box - £32
Such a thoughtful gift for someone who works from home and needs a little something to pimp their wfh lunches
Pophams Home Crisp Bag Clips - £10
A bowl of crisps but they're clips, I know exactly who's stocking these are going in.
On The Table Co Bloody Mary Gift Box - £95
Everything to build the perfect Bloody Mary plus salty snacks to go with it - such fun!
Botivo Non-alc Aperitivo - £28
Whether you're zebra-striping or staying off the booze entirely this is such a fab option to feel like you're having a proper drink drink without any of the buzz
Bold Bean Co. Christmas Gift Box - £30
If you don't know Bold Bean then get to know, the hype really is worth it!
Something from Nothing by Alison Roman - £22
Witty and inventive recipes that make even quick weeknight dinners feel thoughtful
LAST MINUTE LOVERS
NYC - Happy Medium Art Cafe
Book in to the art cafe to do everything from pottery, to collage, to bracelet making
London - Gathered Things Craft Dinners
Our clever friends have started a monthly gathering in London to learn a craft around a table with likeminded women, complete with a veggie dinner - buy a pair of tickets and go together if quality time is your love language.
Paris - Perles Corner Beading Workshops
We stumbled across this gorgeous store in Paris just round the corner from where we host appointments in the 11th, learn a new skill and come out of the class with a necklace or bracelet
London - amie wine studio events
amie wine studio has a stacked event calendar throughout the year from workshops to art exhibitions and wine tastings, there’s something for everyone
Paris - LCMB Spirits Classes
Intimate cocktail workshops and tastings at this chic spirits store in Paris, bonus points if you book dinner after across the road at Double Dragon - the perfect date IMO
LA - Eames House Tour
A beautifully preserved modernist home and garden you can explore at your own pace. Perfect for architecture & design lovers spotting timeless inspiration
Global - Studio Bust Gift Voucher
Perhaps your loved one has hinted that they’d like a Bust to celebrate their pregnancy, you're looking for the perfect gift to buy for a friend’s milestone birthday or you need something for the person who has everything, our Gift Card offers the chance to capture a moment in time like no other
UK - Uncut Stems Flower Subscription
Seasonal flowers every fortnight, what a treat!
UK - The Food Doula Nourish and Support Meal Delivery
Hearty nourishing meals for anyone in need of a food hug. Perfect for new mothers, those recovering from a surgery or just in need of some TLC and a break from the mental load
LA - Two Faced Pottery Subscription
Book in for one off workshop, or give the gift of a block of wheel throwing classes and learn a skill for life!
Global - Substack Subscription
Gift a substack subscription! We love the more in-depth format substack allows, have a peek at our favourites below :
・The Good Bones Life
・Remotely
・Jessie Loves
・Add To Wishlist
・A Considered Space
・Edited
・Every Shade of Grey
If you’ve made it to the bottom and still find yourself wanting more, check out our 2024 Gift Guide here for another dose of female founded goodness.
We’d love to know your favourite picks, or if there are any female founded brands that need to be on our radar for next year, let us know!
