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Best gift ideas from small businesses in 2023

Source: END/Duke + Dexter/Fenwick

It's officially December. That means one thing and one thing only - Christmas shopping.

Some dread the lengthy process of sifting through stores to find a gift that will suit each and every member of the family. But that doesn’t have to be the case.

Christmas shopping is an opportunity to pause and consider where to put your money. A mass online order may be the most time-efficient, but curating a collection of thoughtful gifts is far more fulfilling and shows that you truly care.

As we collectively move towards a more sustainable approach to shopping, we need to look to small businesses for cherishable gifts. Emerging, local labels focus on the artisan as opposed to the fast shopping approach - a win for the environment and any lucky recipient.

Shopping ‘smaller’ is by no means restrictive. Fashion, homeware and even tech are all available to peruse courtesy of blossoming UK-based brands. Instead of heading to ASOS, Boots or John Lewis by default for that makeup pouch or candle,

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