How ready do you feel for gifting-season?
Sleigh bells are ringing because Christmas is around the corner!
This holiday season is one of the most beautiful times of the year – reuniting families and old friends, singing joyous Christmas carols, enjoying delicious feasts, and exchanging thoughtful gifts.
But did you know that Christmas is also one of the most wasteful times of the year? An example of which are gifts. Gift wrappers are only used once, and unwanted gifts are binned or stored to collect dust in the cabinet.
This Christmas, we are encouraging you to shop smarter and shop consciously. By putting more thought and intentionality into the gifts we buy, we wish to collectively reduce the negative impacts of gift-giving whilst still keeping the warmth of the festive season alive.
Curate your own gifts at LOOQAL.
Gone are the days when gifting socks, t-shirts, and bath & body gift sets chosen randomly are acceptable. People want to receive thoughtful gifts they will use. As the adage goes, it’s the thought that counts.
We recommend creating a public wishlist for your family and friends. This will take the guesswork out of finding the perfect gift that the recipient will like. It can be as simple as requesting everyone to drop their wishlist on your WhatsApp group (Remember to pin or star it for later!) or create a shared note on the Notes App.
If creating a wishlist is not possible, take some time to reflect on things they may have mentioned recently or ask them what they have been up to. Wouldn’t it be sweet to receive a gift that actually meant something?
If you need inspiration, let us help you choose the perfect conscious gift by answering a few questions through our Gift Finder!
2. Make a list and check it twice.
We recommend listing and arranging your gifts based on the purchase date to ensure you get all the essential gifts. This will make it easier for you to plan your shopping days, eliminating any stress or worry.
Are you preparing your gift shopping list? Check out our Conscious Gift Guide for ideas!
3. Shop small, support artisans.
Support small businesses that do good for the people, planet & heritage. Not only do they have a positive impact, each piece is guaranteed to be unique, well-crafted, and made with love.
We have intentionally curated over 35 socially- and eco-conscious brands from Singapore and beyond at LOOQAL that you can support this holiday season. Get to know them here.
4. Choose an eco-friendly gift-wrapping option.
Mountains of gift wrappers thrown in the bin are a sight for sore eyes post-Christmas Day. To truly gift consciously, it should be wrapped consciously, too! The art of Furoshiki has gained popularity in the recent years. However if you are shopping online, your packaging options are limited that the website offers.
Choose for e-commerce stores that use recycled or recyclable packaging. Where possible, opt for packaging that is reusable, too. At LOOQAL, we can dress your gifts in a beautiful everyday straw bag perfect for everyday or holiday use!
5. Include a personalised note.
Seal your gift with a heartfelt note explaining why you have chosen that gift. Making someone feel special and loved is beyond the gifts they receive. What matters is why you have selected that gift for them.
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