With endless get togethers, gifts and festive activities, Christmas is often a financially stressful period for individuals and families. This year in particular, Australians are feeling intensified pressure from the skyrocketing cost of living across seemingly every aspect of life.

When times get tough, it’s easy to scrap your usual Christmas gift buying standards to fall back on cheaper options. Like fast fashion and mass produced goods, cheap gifts usually mean a compromise on ethical and environmentally friendly standards.

We’re here to tell you that you don’t have to compromise on your values to find affordable gifts this Christmas. Our team has curated a range of gift options that are both in budget, and in line with your ethics. Majority are locally made to boot!

If you want to delve even deeper, you can check out 9 ways to save money and the planet this Christmas. But for now, here’s a list of thoughtful gifts that your friends, family and colleagues will love. Happy shopping!