Christmas 2023: Meaningful gift ideas for fashion, watches and experiences

In a world where the festive season often gets lost in a flurry of commercialism, our Christmas guide invites you to redefine the essence of gifting, offering a selection that goes beyond the ephemeral. Each item in our curated collection is imbued with a deeper meaning, designed not only to delight but also to resonate with a sense of purpose and sustainability.

From handcrafted treasures that support local artisans to eco-friendly finds that tread lightly on the planet, The Peak’s guide is more than just a shopping list — it's a pathway to fostering lasting connections and joy. We hope that each carefully chosen gift can become a cherished part of your loved ones' lives, not just for this Christmas but for many more to come.

&Beyond's Phinda Private Game Reserve in South Africa

A visit to &Beyond’s Phinda Private Game Reserve in South Africa will make for a once-in-a-lifetime adventure for any wildlife enthusiast. The reserve was created in 1991, and with continued conservation and community efforts, it has seen the reintroduction of wildlife, created job opportunities for locals, and built a primary school and clinic for the native Mduku community. 

&Beyond’s award-winning six safari lodges, spanning a rock face over Zululand Valley to the forest, offer creature comforts and luxurious amenities such as plunge pools and private game safari drives. andbeyond.com

Rates start from ZAR12,800 ($930) per person

Humid House's landscape design and plant styling

Utilising plants akin to sculpture material, this six-year-old botanical design studio has risen quickly to become Singapore’s leading flora experts for commercial and residential projects. 

Humid House’s highly personalised services encompass finding the right planters and striking greenery that suits not only the environs but the climate they’re in. humidhouse.com 

Price upon request

Walk Japan tour

As the first walking tour operator in Japan that started in 1992, Walk Japan offers a unique way to learn about the country’s history and culture. 

The all-inclusive single or multi-day tours provide guests with a rich context of Japan’s society and culture and are a fitting introduction to family-owned accommodation and restaurants off the beaten path. Tour groups are typically kept to a maximum of 12, but private and personalised tours can also be requested. walkjapan.com

25,000 yen ($224) to 650,000 yen ($5,565)

Hublot Big Bang Unico SORAI

Founded in 2018 by Hublot ambassador and former cricket star Kevin Pietersen, Sorai (Save Our Rhinos Africa India) helps to protect rhinos from poachers. If you are looking for a gift for an animal lover who is also a watch fan, consider the Big Bang Unico SORAI by Hublot, whose proceeds benefit the organisation. 

Housed in a 44mm micro-blasted and polished grey ceramic case with the One-Click quick strap-change system, the timepiece is powered by the Unico 2 self-winding flyback chronograph movement. hublot.com

$34,000

Panerai Luminor Due Prada Re-Nylon 38mm

Always finding new ways to incorporate more circularity into its materials, Panerai has teamed up with Prada on four special versions of its slim Luminor Due watches. 

Cased in steel, these models feature straps made of Prada’s Re-Nylon, a fully recycled nylon that comprises pre-consumer and post-consumer materials (such as discarded fishing nets). There are two 42mm models and two 38mm models, although our versatile pick is this 38mm self-winding model with a light grey strap and a matte-white sandwich dial. panerai.com

$10,000

Chopard Alpine Eagle Frozen

In the fine watch and jewellery world, Chopard is exceptional in using only ethically sourced gold for its creations. Dazzle a loved one this festive season with the brand’s latest Alpine Eagle Frozen. 

Housed in a 41mm case crafted from ethical white gold, the self-winding timepiece features a dial paved with diamonds and a bezel adorned with shimmering sapphires arranged in a rainbow gradient — the work of the house’s expert gemsetters. chopard.com

$123,000