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Gorgeous Gift Ideas From Female Founded Small Businesses

Do your bit to support female founders this festive season with our pick of gorgeous gifts. Why not treat a loved one - or yourself?

There’s never been a more important time to support small businesses. The coronavirus pandemic has forced many shops, retailers and market stalls to close their doors throughout various lockdowns, which has had a particularly devastating impact on small businesses. But there is light at the end of the tunnel, with research from the team behind Small Business Saturday finding that three out of every five people are now supporting small businesses more than before, thanks to the vital role they played in supporting communities throughout the pandemic. So why not thank a female-founded small business this Christmas, by ordering one of the beautiful gifts below? 

Gift Guide Product Shot - Gold Mini Hexagon Hoops

Gold Mini Hexagon Hoops by Lucy Parker You can't go wrong with a pair of gold hoop earrings, and we particularly love these mini hexagon hoops, designed by Lucy Parker. Handmade in your choice of three recycled metals - either gold, silver or gold vermeil - these gems are sure to delight any recipient. “I enjoy the sense of nostalgia that jewellery can provoke in people and the sentimentality and stories that it can tell,” Lucy tells AllBright. “These ideas inspire my work and I take a lot of influence from traditional jewellery. Whilst I was at university I interned for a few independent brands, and I loved their sense of purpose and the freedom that they had to create what they wanted and be their own boss.  “Having my own business encompasses my passion for designing, making and learning new skills, while allowing me to meet lots of new people (which I love!) and to be my own boss.” From £150. Shop here

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Stationery subscription from Wildflower Illustration Co If there’s one thing we’ve learned this year, it’s the value of turning off our screens and spending some time away from our laptops, phones and relentless notifications. And what better way to do that than by sitting down with a beautiful selection of stationery to pen a note to a loved one, or even just make writing the shopping list more fun? We reckon every stationery fan in your life would love the gift of a subscription to Wildflower Illustration Co, a small business based in the heart of the Cotswolds. Founded by Rebecca in 2015, Wildflower Illustration Co sends a handpicked selection of stationery to subscribers each month, featuring delicate hand painted designs printed on luxuriously thick Italian card. It truly is the gift that keeps on giving.  £14 a month. Shop here

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The Serenity Box For Her CBD products have dominated the wellness market in 2020 - hardly surprising considering the year we’ve had. Why not treat a loved one to a selection of some of the finest CBD products on the market, so they can glide into 2021 feeling relaxed and soothed? Founded by Michelle Da Silva and Damien Brome, The Serenity Box Co is a boutique company sharing a handpicked selection of CBD products from across the world with its tribe of subscribers. This Christmas, they’re offering a special one-off box of treats for her, including a berry CBD oil and a luxury facial oil. £64.99. Shop here

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Piccalilli by Cranston Pickles Why not give the gift of a big old dose of flavour this season, with a homemade jar of Piccalilli? Cranston Pickles was founded in Oxford by Fiona Cranston, whose love of pickling was passed down from her grandparents. Now she sells a whole variety of treats on her website, from pickled eggs, onions and radishes to chutneys and jams. She even runs a Pickled Supper Club. "At the end of each year, I look back and I feel this year in particular is going to be the best feeling yet," Fiona tells AllBright. "I have been running the business entirely solo this year due to Covid-19, and because it is currently run from home I couldn't have pickle staff, even though the business has grown. I am due to move Cranston Pickles out of my home and into my pickle kitchen early next year - that is going to be the best feeling ever for sure! It has been a long time coming." From £5.50. Shop here

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Ceramic Vase by Harlie Briggs Give them something they can treasure forever with a beautiful vase from London-based artist Harlie Briggs. All about empowering women, Harlie's collection showcases the female form in all its glory. Handpainted in Harlie's studio, each piece is unique. Her vases are currently sold out, but she will be adding a new collection to her site on Sunday 6 December. Be sure to shop quickly to secure your gift! From £65. Shop here

Gift Guide Product Shot - Purdy&Figg Christmas Fragrance

Premium Hand Sanitiser Spray by Purdy and Figg Hand sanitising has become a regular part of our daily lives thanks to the coronavirus pandemic, so we might as well do it in style. If you’ve got dry, cracked skin from constant sanitising and you can’t face the antiseptic smell (and taste) anymore, then this is the gift for you - and your loved ones. Founded by two friends, NHS nurse Purdy Rubin and horticulturalist Charlotte Figg, the eco-friendly Purdy & Figg hand sanitisers are both stylish and safe. Available in a range of delectable scents, including a heavenly citrus, these little blue bottles will become your new best friend - just spritz and go. Even better, the brand has just secured over £500,000 in its first round of seed fundraising, and will be launching a new range of eco-friendly cleaning products next Spring. From £4.99. Shop here

Gift Guide Product Shot - Jaipur Chant Candle

Scented Candle by Sana Jardin Scented candles are the ultimate treat, and make an ideal present for even the pickiest of recipients. So spoil someone you love this festive season with a scented candle from Sana Jardin, available in a selection of heavenly scents including Tiger By Her Side (a blend of amber, Moroccan rose, Indonesian patchouli and Somalian incese) and Jaipur Chant (a blend of Indian tuberose, Moroccan jasmine, French narcisse and Italian lemon). Founded by former social worker, Amy Christiansen, the brand prides itself on delivering socially conscious, luxury fragrances. The floral ingredients used by the brand are handpicked by female harvesters in northwest Morocco, with approximately 900 tons of orange blossom waste being upcycled into the products. £48. Shop here

Gift Guide Product Shot - AllBright Digital subscription

AllBright Digital Membership Give the gift of knowledge this festive season with AllBright's digital membership. Anyone you sign up will gain unlimited access to our 170+ expert-led Academy courses, daily digital events and thought-provoking articles. Plus, we've just launched Sisterhood Matching, our unique programme providing tailor-made connections between members. Anyone with digital membership can now network and connect with our global sisterhood, providing a strong community at a time when we need it the most. £100. Sign them up for a 14 day free trial here

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Female Dancer In Gold by Sasha Compton What could be more perfect for the women in your life than an original piece of artwork that celebrates the joy of womanhood? Hand painted by Amsterdam-based, British artist Sasha Compton, this piece of art is sure to liven up any room of the house. Painted on eco-friendly, premium fine art paper, each piece is also hand signed by Sasha herself. "I am inspired by Classical themes with a contemporary colourful twist, and the unique character of imperfections," Sasha tells AllBright. "There is a lot of pressure to be perfect in today's world so when I do see something authentic, it really resonates with me." €75. Shop here

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Reusable Tumbler and Water Bottle by Ohelo For a present that is both pretty and practical, look no further than a reusable Ohelo tumbler or water bottle. Available in a range of colours and styles, each product has a unique 100% leakproof lid and the tumblers will keep liquid hot for 6 hours, or cold for 12, while bottles keep liquid hot for 12 hours and cold for 24 hours. Founded by Katy and her husband Alex, the brand has sustainability at its heart, with all products arriving in 100% plastic-free packaging and being endlessly recyclable themselves. Plus, if you needed any more reasons to click 'add to basket', the brand donates 5% of its profits to sustainable charities. From £29. Shop here

Gift Guide Product Shot - Champo Hair Oil

Weightless Hair Oil by Chāmpo Treat your loved one to a beautiful bottle of Chāmpo's bestselling Weightless Hair Oil, which promises to tame flyaways and inject moisture and radiance into winter-dry hair. It's also the perfect size for popping in a handbag, ready for those IRL meetings we've all been waiting for. Inspired by founder Kuldeep Knox's Indian heritage, Chāmpo embraces a holistic approach, combining active botanicals alongside the science of trichology as well as Ayurvedic principles. All products are vegan and synthetic-free. £22. Shop here

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Tea by Miss TeaSmith We all know at least one person who can't get through the day without a cup of tea (or five). So why not treat them to a delicious cup of tea from Miss TeaSmith? Founded by AllBright member Uma, Miss TeaSmith offers a range of teas sourced from Uma's birthplace of Sri Lanka. From Earl On The Manor, described as an 'Earl Grey with a difference', to Dark Romance, a mint chocolate black tea blend described as 'a steamy treat before bed', you'll be spoilt for choice when selecting your gift. From £8.50. Shop here

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Cake Boxes by Cake And Handle This is one for all the bakers out there. A beautiful present in themselves, these handmade cake boxes are the perfect solution for those looking for a stylish way to present their bakes this festive season and beyond. After all, why spend hours creating a cake only to hide it in a cake tin?! Cake and Handle was founded by Olamide Adenugba after she struggled to carry two birthday cakes home from the shops - and realised there was a gap in the market for a practical yet elegant solution to the problem. The boxes come in all shapes and sizes, with a variety of colours and themes. From £4.50. Shop here

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Artwork by Rebecca Howarth For a truly unique gift this Christmas, head over to artist Rebecca Howarth's online shop. The South London-based artist creates stunning pieces of work that celebrate the female form, from prints to original artworks. Currently working full time as as a menswear designer, Rebecca creates her art in her spare time. "It's nice to have a creative side hustle that focuses on the female form," she says. "I’m inspired by everyday women and I think it’s really important to represent all body types in my artwork. I found life drawing really eye opening to how I analysed a woman’s body. I found myself looking forward to drawing the curves, wobbles and parts that many women are often self conscious of."  From £20. Shop here

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Reed Diffuser by Nostara A reed diffuser from luxury home fragrance brand, Nostara, makes the perfect gift. Available in a selection of bespoke scents including ebony rose, lime and juniper, and linen and white gardenia, each diffuser is handmade using ethically sourced, sustainable materials. Founded in Somerset by Nikki Holt, the word 'Nostara' comes from 'Ostara', the Goddess of Spring who symbolises new beginnings. We couldn't think of a better symbol for 2021! From £39. Shop here

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Coffee Treats Hamper by Hackney Rascal Spoil the coffee lover in your life with a Rascal x Feliz Christmas hamper. Featuring a handpicked selection of treats, including a bag of Hackney Rascal's coffee beans and an AeroPress Go, you can't go wrong gifting one of these. Led by a small team of Latina women, Hackney Rascal brings delicious single-origin Guatemalan coffee to London and the UK. £63.50. Shop here

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