Best gifts for grandma in 2024 that she will love

Celebrate the matriarchs of your family in style

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Saskia Kemsley11 February 2024
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Grandparents are arguably the easiest members of our family to buy presents before. Always grateful and delighted purely by being around the family they’ve created; material gifts aren’t usually their priority – but this doesn’t mean we shouldn’t spoil our wonderful nanas and papas every now and then.

Fiercely protective yet somehow full of sugar, spice and everything nice, our grandmothers have watched countless trends come and go – and therefore tend to know what they like. Whether it be coral pink 80s décor or Martha Sterwart-esque contemporary design, our grannies don’t tend to stray too far from their preferences.

Yet the art of present buying isn’t just about curating gifts which you think fit into your grandmother’s chosen style. Think about whether your granny is a hard-core practical type, who can’t stand clutter and excess. If that’s the case, you’ll want to buy refills of their favourite products which are running low, or practical upgrades to their hobby materials.

On the other hand, if your grandmother is the type of woman who adores luxurious items but would never indulge on herself – then we highly recommend pulling out all the stops. From extra-large, aromatic candles and fuzzy bathrobes for relaxing on the sofa, to sumptuous skincare – there’s a whole universe of grandmother-approved gifts to choose from.

We’ve created the ultimate grandmother’s gift guide to help you along the way. Keep scrolling for more.

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Unisex Hooded Ribbed Hydrocotton Robe

The White Company

This beautifully soft hydrocotton robe is the loungewear accessory you never knew you needed. It’s not quite like other robes, in that it offers the absolute best of both worlds – it can be slipped on after a bath or shower and will work as a towelling robe without feeling rough or scratchy.

Buy now£85, The White Company

Cashmere Lofty Blanket Scarf in Whisper Blue

Loop

This sumptuously soft cashmere scarf comes from Loop – a sustainable cashmere brand specialising in bringing guilt-free comfort to your wardrobe. The lofty scarf is available in a variety of colours, but we’re partial to this calming cornflower blue hue. Measuring 190cm x 70cm, it also doubles up as a cosy shawl for draping around your shoulders.

Buy now£199, Loop

Diptyque Paris Roses Large Candle

Diptyque Paris

There’s nothing more luxurious than an extra-large candle from Parisian fragrance house Diptyque. The beloved fresh and ethereal rose-scented candle is available in multiple sizes, but only the large option is realised in this gorgeous porcelain vessel.

Buy now£168, Diptyque Paris

Propagation Set from Patch Plants

Patch

Curated for those who love propagating plants to give to friends and loved ones, this trio of succulent wonders includes a golden pothos, a snake plant, a Chinese money plant and a pair of lovely secateurs for taking snippings. The pictured decorative pots are also included in this brilliant set, in an array of different finishes.

Buy now£60, Patch

Graham & Green Extra Large Gluggle Jug

Graham & Green

Beloved for that characteristic, fishy ‘gluggle’ that you hear when pouring water from this kooky vessel, these versatile ceramic jugs are inspired by late 19th-century Staffordshire pottery. Though available in a range of colourways, we think this deep ultramarine blue is the most versatile. Use it as a water jug for the dinner table, a vase for flowers, or even a utensil pot.

Buy now£39, Graham & Green

Women's Cashmere Bed Socks

Brora

It’s not often that someone spends over £100 on a pair of socks, which is why they make a brilliant, indulgent luxury gift. Crafted from world-class Scottish cashmere with cable-knit details, these lovely bed socks from Brora can be pulled to just below the knee for ultimate warmth.

Buy now£109, Brora

Botanical Green Gingham Linen Housecoat

Piglet in Bed

Perfect for chilly mornings in the garden or cosy evenings on the sofa, this gorgeous linen housecoat from Piglet in Bed can be worn indoors and outdoors all year round. We love the fact that it’s reversible, so you can change up your look depending on your mood or daily ensemble.

Buy now£249, Piglet in Bed

Gold & Glass Oval Dried Flower Wall Hanging

Oliver Bonas

Filled to the brim with delicate dried flowers, this oval wall hanging is complete with a gold-plated metal edge and also comes with a lovely velvet ribbon for hanging.

Buy now£38.50, Oliver Bonas

Laneige Water Bank Blue Hyaluronic Eye Cream

Laneige

Puffy peepers have met their match with this instantly soothing eye cream from Laneige. The second that its cooling cream texture reaches your eyes, you will be treated to a hard-working blend of hyaluronic acid and sea algae-derived fucoidan that provides moisture that lasts. There is also niacinamide and caffeine contained within to brighten and rejuvenate the periorbital area. Keep it in the fridge for that extra reviving on tired mornings.

Buy now£33, Space NK

Camper Wabi Slipper

Camper

Inspired by Japanese minimalism, Camper’s iconic Wabi slippers are made from recycled wool with removable footbeds and rubber outsoles. This particular design has been around for over twenty years, but it somehow just keeps getting better. The tie-dye pattern on the featured almost-mismatching pair is an absolute winner for us.

If you’re desperate for your new pair of Camper slippers, you can order them with a climate-neutral guaranteed express delivery option. Sustainable and speedy is right up our alley.

Buy now£85, Camper

The Newt Forager's Hamper

The Newt

We may be a long way from Somerset, but you can bring a piece of the West Country home thanks to The Newt. The award-winning hotel and gardens has a raft of elegant gifts ready for gifting, including the Forager's Hamper.

Delivered in a robust wooden box (that's just screaming for a second life as a planter), it's a rich bounty of goods made from the estate. Think sweet preserves made from hedgerow fruits, cyder-infused chutney, liqueur, cordial and a bottle of apple gin, plus more.

Buy now£70, The Newt

Omnes Kayla Argyle Knit Cardigan in Peach and Blue

Omnes

Shop sustainably with Omnes. Renowned for its fully-audited, ethical clothing production, the brand offers an array of girlish pieces to covet forever. The Kayla cardigan is crafted from pretty pastel tones and made with recycled fabrics such as polluting plastic bottles.

Buy now£55, Omnes

Hangsun Large Foot Spa Bath Massager

Hangsun

When your feet are so tired you can hardly stand, look to Hangsun’s foot spa to bring them back to life. The spacious design is fitted with 14 mini rollers to revive your soles and have you feeling like you’re walking on cloud nine.

There’s no need to worry about refilling the kettle for warm water either; this machine has a built-in heater which can warm cold water in minutes and can maintain it at 14 temperature levels. If you’ve got aromatherapy oils, add them to the built-in medicine box to up the ante of this soothing experience.

Buy now£54.99, Amazon

Made with Love by Tom Daley

Amazon

Proving yet again that truly anyone can become a master knitter, Olympic diver Tom Daley is on a mission to inspire the next generation of knitters. From traditional garments to Gen Z-approved designs, Daley invites us to explore a capsule collection of 30 unique knitting and crochet patterns. From helpful tips and tricks for beginners to size-inclusive garments, homeware and accessories, you’ll be blown away by your newfound creative prowess in no time at all.

Buy now£14.04, Amazon

KnitPro Symfonie Rose Interchangeable Needle Deluxe Set, 8 Pairs of Knitting Needles, 60cm 80cm 100cm 120cm Cables

KnitPro

This deluxe rose gold interchangeable set from KnitPro would make a fabulous gift for the avid knitter in your life. Featuring eight pairs of densified laminated birchwood needles, as well as four different lengths of cables for knitting in the round – this set is neatly packaged in a sleek and stylish faux leather case.

Buy now£73.73, Amazon

Augustinus Bader The Body Cream

Augustinus Bader

At the heart of the Augustinus Bader range is the brand’s signature TFC8 complex. The component was the result of 30 years of research from the professor who founded the label who is one of the leaders in regenerative medicine, stem cell science and skin health.

Not content on enriching solely your facial care with its nutrient-rich and renewing properties, Augustinus Bader’s The Body Cream tackles signs of ageing from neck to toe to give you full-body firming, toning and skin barrier support.

Buy now£127.50, Augustinus Bader

Lescarf Border Print Scarf | Sand

Lescarf

Sleek, chic and wonderfully discreet, this simple bordered design by Lescarf serves as the perfect daily accessory.

Buy now£61, Lescarf