Designed for sustainability newbies and advocates alike, each 8Shades sustainable gift hamper contains a total of eight chic and stylish essentials that will help kickstart or fuel one’s sustainability journey.

From everyday essentials such as coffee mugs and reusable cotton pads to luxurious add-ons such as silk sleeping masks, scented candles and bath salts, there’s literally something for everyone.

Scroll down to start browsing our sustainable gift hampers and click ‘Buy Now’ to place your orders today:

8Shades Sustainable Gift Hamper For Everyone

The Sustainable Gift Hamper for Everyone includes:

• 8Shades x STTOKE Lite Classics Stainless Steel Cup (12 oz)
• 8Shades x Casetify Water Bottle (550 ml)
• Stashr Reusable Silicon Sandwich Bag (450 ml)
• Innotier SXM99 Mask (Pewter Adult Size)
• Bamboo Ear Swabs
• Bamboo Eco Toothbrush (Mint)
• Reusable Cotton Pads
• Collapsible Food Storage Box (800 ml)
• Biodynamic Wine (750ml)

8Shades Sustainable Gift Hamper For Her

The Sustainable Gift Hamper For Her includes:

• 8Shades x STTOKE Lite Classics Stainless Steel Cup (12 oz)
• 8Shades x BeCandle Custom-blended Candle (200 ml)
• Coconut Matter FIRE Coconut Oil Soap Scrub (100 g)
• Sol Eye Mask (Evening Blue)
• Bamboo Eco Toothbrush (Mint)
• Jade Gua Sha Tool (Green)
• Reusable Cotton Pads
• Bath Salt (450 ml)

8Shades Sustainable Gift Hamper For Him

The Sustainable Gift Hamper For Him includes:

• 8Shades x STTOKE Lite Classics Stainless Steel Cup (12 oz)
• Stashr Reusable Silicon Sandwich Bag (450 ml)
• Coconut Matter Wood Coconut Oil Soap – Eucalyptus Lemon (100 g)
• Bamboo Eco Toothbrush (Black)
• Microfibre Towel (30 cm x 80 cm)
• Innotier SXM99 Mask (True Black Adult Size)
• Collapsible Food Storage Box (800 ml)
• Heroes Beer Co (4 cans)

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Dyson Lightcycle

Just as Dyson went on to reinvent the vacuum cleaner and blow dryer, so it has with the table lamp, making it smarter and more efficient. Apart from its minimalist design, the main feature of the Lightcycle is its ability to personalize its illumination by tracking the light within its surrounding and automatically adjust to a level that prevents eye strain and minimizes energy consumption. Through an app, it can also calculate the recommended light level by taking into account your age or pre-set modes depending on the task at hand. 

Available at dyson.hk

LARQ self-cleaning water bottle

For the person that’s always on the go, a water bottle is almost always essential. But a smart water bottle? That would be both ingenious and indispensable. Apart from keeping your beverage hot or cold, the LARQ keeps you healthy by delivering a portable digital water purification system. The secret lies in its bottle cap that features their patented PureVis UV-C LED technology that eliminates bacteria and viruses that may be found in the water. And since it uses LED technology, it avoids any aftertaste or any toxic chemical residue. It also helps you reduce almost 10kg of plastic bottle waste annually!

Available on lanecrawford.com.hk

House of Marley Redemption ANC earbuds

These earbuds delivers sounds in the most natural way. The engineers at the House of Marley have crafted a TWC earbuds with deep bass and crips highs, while integrating an industry-leading active noise cancellation technology that provides unadulterated isolation. They were also able to integrate all these tech into a sustainable package made from bamboo, and reclaimed silicone and wood fibre that makes it both sweat-proof and water-resistant, while providing an ergonomic fit. The Redemption earbuds offer 5 hours of play time, and up to 20 hours with its charging case. Who would have imagined that listening to your beats would be this sustainable?

Available on ubuy.hk

Casetify Ultra Compostable iPhone Cases

Casetify continues to be a leading voice in sustainability by rolling out its latest collection of compostale cases for the Apple iPhone line.  A perfect blend of style and environmental consciousness, these cases are made with materials that are 100% compostable and biodegradable, which means that after you use it, the compostable case will mix back into the earth and leave no toxins behind. And just in case you’re wondering, these cases also come in a 100% recycled paper to further reduce carbon footprint. 

Also, check out our very own 8Shades’ Re/CASETiFY phone cases made from bioplastic and recycled materials.

Available on casetify.com

Anker Powercore Solar 1000

Another essential in one’s daily tool kit in this tech-obsessed world is the ubiquitous power bank. Anker makes the process of charging your favorite gadget more eco-friendly by drawing power straight from the sun. The Powercore Solar 1000 provides up to 10,000mAh capacity that allows it to a charge a smartphone twice or a tablet once, with dual ports that allow simultaneous charging of two devices. It also comes in a water-, dust- and shock-resistant housing that makes it the perfect accessory in any outdoor adventure.

Available on iprice.hk

Casio G-Shock AWM-500GC

Give the gift of green on your favorite person’s wrist with the solar-powered AWM-500GC Casio G-Shock. A modern take on the label’s iconic AW-500G-1E model, this new and limited edition model features full black DLC stainless steel strap with a gold-printed analog and digital dial. Casio has also collaborated with Japanese luggage maker Porter to create a bespoke nylon fabric case printed with the same shock-resistant graph found in the dial, as well as zip pulls that replicate the watch hands. 

Available on shopcasio.jebsen.com

BlueAir Blue Pure 211+

One of the best gifts you can give during the time of COVID-19 is an air purifier. Not only does the Blue Pure 211+ create a clean, germ-free environment by trapping 99% of all airborne pollutants, it’s also one of the most efficient purifiers in the market using only as much energy as a lightbulb! As with other air purifiers in BlueAir’s Blue line, it boasts of a plug-and-play simplicity with 360-degree air intake and provides customizable pre-filters to add more color to your room.

Available on cleanairhk.com

MORE GIFT GUIDES:

• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Eco-friendly Gifts For Pets
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Conscious Fashion for Men
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Sustainable Hong Kong Fashion Picks
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Sustainable Gift Ideas For Kids
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Cruelty-Free Beauty Gift Sets
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Sustainable Gifts For Foodies
• 8Shades Gift Guide: Lifestyle Gifts For Men

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To ensure your dogs and cats don’t miss out on the festive fun, we’ve rounded up a few of our top picks for some paw-fect Christmas gifts, all with an eye on sustainability – including recycled toys, all-natural treats and minimal-waste accessories. We’ve also made sure they’re all available to buy locally, right here in Hong Kong, meaning you can cut down on your carbon pawprint too. Happy howl-idays!

Beco Pets Recycled Dog Toy

Give playtime a sustainable twist with some paw-some toys from award-winning, eco-friendly pet brand Beco Pets. Made from recycled plastic cloth and stuffing, these cuties feature puncture-proof squeakers and double-stitched seams for extra durability, ensuring they’re great for cuddling, wrestling, chewing, fetching and general good times all-round.

Available from The Barkyard

Baking Bark Christmas Cookies

Kiss goodbye to those sad puppy dog eyes when you’re tucking into your Christmas turkey by ensuring your furry friends get a festive feast of their own! Local company Baking Bark’s treats are all lovingly homemade-to-order and use only the finest organic and natural ingredients with zero preservatives or added nasties, meaning they’re ideal for allergy-prone dogs… plus, extra brownie points for the adorable holiday-themed designs.

Available from Baking Bark

Ethique Bow Wow Shampoo Bar

Ensure that your pup scrubs up a treat with this plastic-free, carbon-neutral shampoo bar by sustainable Kiwi beauty brand Ethique. Crafted from oatmeal and coconut, lavender and neem oils, this moisturising solid shampoo bar has been perfectly pH-balanced to suit dogs’ skin, and will leave their fur feeling clean, soft, sweet-smelling and snuggle-ready – with minimal waste to boot.

Available from Live Zero

St. Bark Eco Dog Hats

Call the pup-erazzi; thanks to these stylish accessories by homegrown company St. Bark, your furry fashionistas will always be ready for their close-up. These lightweight eco-chic caps and bandanas are made from Oeko-Tex-certified sustainable Specortex fabric, which is produced via waterless dyeing technology and boasts anti-UV and anti-bacterial properties. Even better, each piece is hand-sewn by tailors from local non-profit social enterprises too. 

Available from St. Bark

Suck UK Cat Scratch Skateboard

One for all the cool cats out there – this Cat Scratch Skateboard will bring a whole new meaning to shredding the gnarl. Keep your kitties from clawing the furniture and set them to work on this cool piece of kit instead; it’s made from 100 percent recycled, recyclable cardboard and while not actually being a functional skateboard, will definitely look the part for catching some funny #catstagrams… simply purr-fect.

Available from Homeless

Molly Mutt Dog Bed Duvet Cover

Waste not, want not is the name of the game with this ingenious Dog Bed Duvet Cover from Pet Sustainability Coalition-accredited business, Molly Mutt. Simply stuff one of these breathable cotton-canvas covers with any of your old pillows, towels, blankets, clothes or even worn-out dog beds to create a sustainable, new, long-lasting bed fit for any pampered pooch – cutting back on your landfill, while upping your pet’s comfort factor.

Available from Whiskers N Paws

Canophilia Handmade Dog Collars & Leads

Walkies just got a lot more en vogue with these boho-chic macramé and cotton rope collars, harnesses and leashes from local company Canophilia. Each piece is hand-crafted to order, ensuring minimal waste, and can be customised with colours of your choice and personalised name tags; a percentage of proceeds is also donated to a different animal charity each month. Looking good while doing good – it doesn’t get much more stylish than that.

Available from Canophilia

Momotone Pet-Safe Candle

Love your pet but not too keen on their signature pong? Freshen up your home with this scent-sational Dewdrops Candle, a one-of-a-kind collaboration between Hong Kong brands Momotone and BeCandle, inspired by waking up in the morning with your cuddly companions. Formulated especially to be safe for dogs, cats and humans, it features heady notes of sage, cedarwood and sea breeze, and is hand-poured from all-natural vegetal wax at BeCandle’s Sai Kung studio.

Available from Momotone

MORE GIFT GUIDES:

• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Eco-Friendly Tech Gifts
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Conscious Fashion for Men
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Sustainable Hong Kong Fashion Picks
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Sustainable Gift Ideas For Kids
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Cruelty-Free Beauty Gift Sets

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Harvest & Mill – California Clay T-shirt

Harvest & Mill creates wardrobe essentials proudly grown and sewn in the U.S. By limiting offshore productions and manufacturing locally, the brand is able to drastically reduce its carbon footprint. This classic crew tee is a wardrobe staple – made from 100% organic brown-grown cotton, it contains no artificial dyes.

Available on harvestandmill.com

Organic Cotton-Blend Twill Blouson Jacket

Mr Porter’s in-house brand, Mr P., offers a blouson jacket made from an Italian-milled cloth woven from breathable organic cotton and blended with a bit of cashmere for extra comfort. This neutral colour is bound to be versatile and timeless.

Available on Mr Porter

11.11 – Worker Organic Denim Blazer

11.11 has collaborated with artisans in India for this denim blazer crafted from organic cotton that’s been yarn-dyed with natural indigo. We love how the recycled mother-of-pearl buttons bring a subtle contrast to the dark indigo.    

Available on Mr Porter

Story MFG. – Forager Embroidered Organic Cotton Hooded Jacket

The construction of this elevated hoodie from Story MFG is inspired by the fisherman vest with a sportswear twist. Perfect for holiday downtime and transitioning from lounge attire to smart casual, the jacket is made from 100% organic cotton hand-dyed using natural vembadam bark that is responsibly harvested.

Available on Mr Porter

Oliver Spencer Loungewear – Canvey Striped Organic Cotton Robe

Upgrade your standard white, terry cloth robe with this one from Oliver Spencer, which comes in a soft organic cotton rendition with a muted stripe pattern. Perfect for the homebody, it has a belt and roomy pockets for extra cosiness.

Available on Mr Porter

Beams Plus – Wool Watch Cap Beanie

The winter months allow you to approach style with layering. Beams Plus has a beautiful range of finely crafted beanies made from British wool in thickly ribbed stitches. Reminder: Wool is a natural fibre that not only is one of the best insulators for extra warmth, and it’s also completely biodegradable by nature.

Available on ssense.com

BEEN London – East Tote in Coral Red

Get in the festive spirit with this timeless tote bag in a brith coral colour. BEEN embraces sustainability by creating accessories handmade entirely from recycled materials. The tote is made from a luxurious full-grain recycled leather leveraging tannery offcuts and trimmings that would have otherwise been wastefully disposed of.

Available on been.london

Veja – V-12 Leather White Cyprus Sneakers

Go green in a pair of white low top sneakers with forest green accents by Veja. The brand’s range of footwear reduces its climate impact by designing footwear made from environmentally friendly and durable materials. Both the insole and outsole are made from a blend of sugar cane, organic cotton, Amazonian rubber, recycled rubber and others.

Available on veja-store.com

MORE GIFT GUIDES:

• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Sustainable Gift Ideas For Kids
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Sustainable Gifts For Foodies
• 8Shades Gift Guide: Lifestyle Gifts For Men
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Ethical Gifts in Hong Kong
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: For Yogis

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In Hong Kong alone, 392 tonnes of textile waste are generated per day into landfill, 50% of this comes from some form of clothing, as reported by environmental charity, Redress. And we all know how much the holiday season contributes to those numbers.

So it’s high time everyone starts seeking out sustainable options when it comes to gift giving. Here are eight sustainable fashion picks that support local Hong Kong businesses and won’t take away from the earth!

Pascal Reconstructed Blazer by The R Collective

The R Collective is a social impact business founded in tandem with sister charity, Redress. All of The R Collective’s products are created with a conscience, reusing and recycling luxury fabrics that would otherwise go into landfill or be incinerated, creating pollution for our air and oceans. 

Every woman needs a power blazer and The Pascal Reconstructed Blazer ticks all the boxes. Materially, classic tailoring and a striking yet feminine silhouette make this a beautiful gift. But even better, it’s made from upcycled polyester by a team of passionate workers from TAL Apparel, an award-winning garment manufacturer committed to minimising their environmental impact and treating their workers with care and dignity.

Shop The R Collective here.

FORM Crop Tank Top – Recycled Nylon by Good Days

Advocating for well-being is at the core of Good Days, a Hong Kong-based activewear brand developed from a desire to divert waste away from oceans and landfills. With uniformly flattering pieces to complement your existing activewear collection, Good Days uses recycled polyester and nylon from post-consumer waste (think Bonaqua bottles and fishing nets!) to create high quality activewear that won’t break the bank.

We love the fit and coverage of the FORM Crop Tank Top, a lightweight and softly textured top that’s perfect for all of life’s activities. It’s made from ECONYL, a recycled nylon, and is sweat-wicking and fast drying. With fabric this nice, you may have to gift one to yourself!

Shop Good Days here.

Belted Skirt – Black Satin by Tove & Libra

Quality, not quantity, is the name of the game for Tove & Libra. Built on three generations of textile making, founders Ivan and Christine recognised an urgent need for a more conscious approach to fashion and clothing. Tove & Libra owns its own manufacturing facilities to control quality and pricing, and uses deadstock yarns and materials to create timeless, versatile designs that go above and beyond the wasteful fast fashion infinity loop.

Every wardrobe could benefit from a little black skirt and the Belted Skirt in Black Satin is smartly designed with a casual yet sophisticated profile and best of all — pockets! Sustainably upcycled cotton-stretch sateen give this number a subtle lustre, transforming any outfit from the office to a night on the town easily.

Shop Tova and Libra here.

Erica Leather Bag by Ril Creed

Designed in Tokyo, Ril Creed prides itself in clean and elegant handmade handbags, constructed with upcycled material at a woman-led family factory. Each decision made, from sourcing to delivery, is based on sustainability and woman empowerment. You can shop online or at their physical store at Fashion Walk in Causeway Bay, where they hold events to support women. 

The Ril Creed Erica Suede bag caught our eye with its commute-friendly design. It’s a little slouchy with just the right amount of structure, making it ideal for meetings and dinner. Made with 100% upcycled Italian leather, the bag comes with two different length hand-woven leather straps for greater versatility, while the supple leather and suede finishes complement any outfit effortlessly.

Shop Ril Creed here. 

Lono Sneakers by Lono Wear

Designed by founder Ben Hui, whose family owned one of Hong Kong’s first shoe factories, Lono are truly sustainable sockless sneakers made with all-natural plant-based materials. The upper material is crafted from Tencel fibers made of wood pulp, using a process that doesn’t create any material waste or require glue so they remain recyclable. The sole is also made of castor bean oil, avoiding the conventional petroleum material we find in most shoes. 

While there’s currently only one style of Lono sneaker, it comes in a rainbow of colours to black to tan to lime green. Each pair comes in a reusable wash bag so you can easily clean your sneaks, and SOLESOCK, a washable insole that keeps your shoes sockless, comfortable and stink-free.

Shop Lono here.

Blossom Jacket by Phvlo

Built on the pillars of multi-functional pieces and sustainable design for a “25-hour lifestyle”, PHVLO, pronounced “flow”, claims both London and Hong Kong as home bases. Looking to upend wasteful and exploitative practices, the brand’s seasonless fashion pieces are meant for active urban lifestyles, combining practicality with comfort and design so you have 25 hours to live, work and play.

We love that there’s an entire page dedicated to outlining all the fabrics they use, and how each is sourced. Right now we’re also partial to the Blossom Jacket, which somehow is whimsical, elegant and sporty all at the same time – and comes in an array of gorgeous colours. It’s lightweight, quick drying, water resistant and made of Minotech, a soft and breathable fabric that doesn’t use any toxic waterproofing treatments.

Shop PHVLO here.

Check Yo’ Self Rugby Knit – Black/White by Love From Blue x Juan-Carlos Aquino

Love From Blue is setting a new standard for sustainability by slowing things down, one garment at a time. A Hong Kong-based brand founded by local creatives, we love its non-traditional approach to garment making where each step is thoughtfully considered. Love From Blue designs its pieces based on the unused yarn obtained, to ensure designs are inspired by the colour and texture of the source material, and not by potentially compromising factors like overhead or trends.

That said, unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ll know how popular checkered patterns are right now and it’s hard not to delight in the large checkered pattern of the “Check Yo’Self” Rugby Knit, a design created in collaboration with fellow local designer CARLO CARLO.

Shop Love From Blue here.

Iris Lace Dress in Classic Black by Róu So Shop

Hong Kong-based fashion brand Róu So took matters into its own hands when founder Sophie Cheng saw firsthand how wasteful the fashion industry can be. Her label seeks to be ethical and inclusive, creating beautiful, well-made garments that respect people and the earth.

Armed with extensive knowledge in sustainable fashion design, textile upcycling and local fashion systems, Rou So sources large volumes of pre-consumer textile waste from large garment factories to procure the highest quality remnants. The end result are unique, mindfully designed pieces that stand the test of time.

The Iris Lace Dress is stunning, made from 100% upcycled polyester and part of the label’s Limited Edition from Salvaged Fabric collection. Exclusive lace details make the design special and unique, and with New Year celebrations just around the corner, this could be a good accompaniment for catching year-end fireworks.

Shop Róu So here.

(Featured image credit: Róu So)

MORE GIFT GUIDES:

• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Sustainable Gift Ideas For Kids
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Cruelty-Free Beauty Gift Sets
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Sustainable Gifts For Foodies
• 8Shades Gift Guide: Lifestyle Gifts For Men

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Milimilu Girl’s Dress

Milimilu is a Hong Kong-based online sustainable clothing and accessories retailer with products made from eco-friendly, long-lasting materials. This pretty dress, made from 100% organic cotton, can be worn in spring, when the weather isn’t too humid, or in the winter, paired with tights and a jacket.

Available at Milimilu

Happy Baton Toy Box Subscription

Have you bought your child a toy, only for them to get bored of it in a week and demand another one? If this situation is all too real, perhaps you should consider a toy box subscription, like Happy Baton. They have subscription options for a range of ages, starting from six months to four years, and each box is filled with fun, educational toys for your little one. After four weeks, you send the box back and get another one filled with different toys, keeping them in circularity and reducing waste.

Get it at happybaton.com.hk

2°EAST Sustainable Watch

These cute watches from 2°EAST are made with the planet in mind; each strap is made with one recycled plastic bottle, the ion plating is applied using a zero-waste process and the packaging is made from 100% recycled and recyclable paper and board and eco-friendly ink. Plus, they have a range of colourful and interchangeable straps!

Get it at 2degreeseast.com

Yum Me Play Climate Change Book/Puzzle

Teach your kids about the North and the South Pole and how climate change is affecting these environments and the animals that live there with this beautifully illustrated book and puzzle combo. Suitable for ages six and up. 

Get it at yumme.com.hk

Pepper & Mint Handmade Baby Shoes

These gorgeous baby shoes from Pepper & Mint are hand-drawn with watercolour paint and then printed onto handcrafted shoes using non-toxic ink. Each shoe is made with 100% cotton, linen and anti-slip soles. Plus, part of the sales is donated to a charity called Volunteer For the Visayans, which is based in the Philippines and committed to promoting child welfare, education and public health. 

Get it at pepperandmintboutique.com

Herboo Seed Growing Box

Teach your kids the wonders of growing their own food with this starter kit containing everything you need to grow your own pumpkins, sunflowers and radishes. 

Get it at Selfridges.com

Mr Car Cotton Boys’ Pajama Set

This pajama set from Mr Car is soft, breathable and hypoallergenic. Made from 100% cotton and featuring a cute trucks and dinosaurs print, your little one will have the sweetest of dreams.

Get it at organicmom.com.hk

Brio Wooden Train Set

This train set from Brio is really cool: it has a record and play function, so as the engine passes through the tunnel, it automatically plays your recorded sound. You can also pair the engine with an app and customise the sound further. Made from responsibly-sourced wood, this train set is bound to keep your child occupied for hours! Suitable for ages three and up. 

Get it at babyonline.com.hk

MORE GIFT GUIDES:

• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Cruelty-Free Beauty Gift Sets
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Sustainable Gifts For Foodies
• 8Shades Gift Guide: Lifestyle Gifts For Men
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Ethical Gifts in Hong Kong
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: For Yogis

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From magical makeup to sophisticated skincare, we’ve got something for every beauty junkie out there, with plenty of awesome eco perks highlighted too – including vegan or all-natural formulations and recyclable, reusable or minimal-waste options. Start dropping those hints now!

Tatcha

Give your beauty routine a fresh lease of life with Tatcha’s Luxury Kiri kit. Housed in a beautiful reusable wooden box, it features seven of the brand’s supremely nourishing skincare favourites, all infused with pure Japanese botanicals – including their Camellia Cleansing Oil, exfoliating Rice Polish, hydrating Dewy Skin Cream and Kissu Lip Mask. Even better, part of the proceeds goes towards non-profit organisation Room to Read, to help improve education equality in underserved communities globally. Achieving complexion perfection never felt so good.

Available from Lane Crawford

Penhaligon’s

Enjoy a seriously scent-sational Christmas thanks to quintessentially British perfumer’s Penhaligon’s. Their truly scrumptious Dolly Mix and Jolly Mix sets each offer a show-stopping selection of five of the heritage brand’s most-loved fragrances, decanted into adorable mini glass bottles – including their quirky gin-inspired Juniper Sling, zingy citrus Quercus and intoxicating woody-floral Halfeti.

Available from Penhaligon’s

Hourglass

Ready, set, glow… Hourglass’ limited-edition Universe Ambient Lighting Edit has everything you need to ensure you always have the perfect lighting. Featuring four shades of fabulously flattering blush, bronzer and highlighter alongside Hourglass’ flawless finishing powder, this gorgeous palette is completely vegan and free from nasties like parabens, sulfates and phthalates too – giving you a heaven-sent radiance that even angels would be jealous of.

Available from Lane Crawford

Drunk Elephant

Do the night thing with Saving Face: The Refining Routine, a bumper set of skincare goodies from cult US brand Drunk Elephant. Think of this as the best kind of bedtime R&R skincare session, with a superpowered vegan quartet of their Beste No. 9 Jelly Cleanser, TLC Framboos Glycolic Night Serum, F-Balm Electrolyte Waterfacial and Protini Polypeptide Cream. All product formulations are free from Drunk Elephant’s “Suspicious Six” ingredients (such as silicones, fragrances and dyes) to deliver the ultimate in healthy, balanced, restored skin – we’ll drink to that!

Available from Sephora Hong Kong

Oribe

Make sure that 2022 is a year full of great hair days with Oribe’s glorious Gold Lust Collection Set. Presented in a covetable recycled-paper box designed by très chic atelier Antoinette Poisson, this rejuvenating kit features a trio of the haircare expert’s greatest hits: their Gold Lust Repair & Restore Shampoo, Conditioner and Nourishing Hair Oil. All come loaded with a divinely-scented blend of potent vegan ingredients, including sandalwood extract, argan oil and passionflower seed oil, which promise to strengthen, smooth and add shine to stressed-out tresses.

Available from JOYCE Beauty

Lush

Sweet dreams are made of this; Lush’s Dreamland kit will send you straight to a date with the sandman, with a blissed-out collection of their most relaxing bath, body and shower delights, all infused with an irresistible lavender and tonka scent. Vegan, natural and packed in a recycled paper box, it features two bath bombs, a bubble bar, shower gel, body lotion, body spray and even a cute organic cotton eye mask – meaning you’ll be racking up those Zzzs in no time.

Available from Lush

Tata Harper

Looking for an instant dose of get-up-and-glow? Tata Harper’s all-natural Glow Facial Kit promises to supercharge your skincare routine just in time for all those festive parties, thanks to its radiance-boosting quartet of their Regenerating Cleanser, Resurfacing Mask and Green Beauty Brush and Towelette. Free from synthetics, toxins, and fillers, their products come in recyclable, reusable glass bottles and are all formulated by hand with certified-organic ingredients at the brand’s farm in Vermont – making this farm-to-face beauty at its finest.

Available from JOYCE Beauty

Claus Porto

Switching to soap bars is one of the easiest ways of reducing waste – and when they’re as stunning as Claus Porto’s, there’s really no excuse not to. This Portuguese brand have got soap-making down to a fine art (they’ve been doing it since 1887, after all), with each bar crafted from pure shea butter and vegetable oil to create a creamy, rich lather every time. Factor in incredible fragrances and vintage-style packaging so pretty you’ll want to frame it, and you’ve got a gift that delivers minimal waste with the maximum style.

Available from Net-A-Porter

Charlotte Tilbury

Get a megawatt blast of A-list glamour courtesy of makeup artist to the stars, Charlotte Tilbury and her Hollywood Look gift set. This stellar kit will have you red carpet ready in no time (even if that carpet is just in your bedroom) with a handpicked range of seven of Tilbury’s most famed beauty icons, including her golden-hued Hollywood Flawless Eye Filter eyeshadow palette, Legendary Lashes Volume 2 Mascara, high-shine Collagen Lip Bath and glow-gifting Hollywood Beauty Light Wand – #nofilterneeded guaranteed.

Available from Charlotte Tilbury

Bamford

Bring a touch of the luxe to your everyday essentials with sustainable British brand Bamford’s Body Wash & Body Lotion Duos. Vegan and certified natural by industry experts COSMOS, these perfect plant-based pairs come in two scents – an invigorating blend of geranium, peppermint and eucalyptus or a heady mix of rose, camomile and ylang ylang. Promising to revitalise, replenish and renew in equal measure, their signature green glass bottles are endlessly recyclable and reusable too.

Available from 10/10 HOPE

MORE GIFT GUIDES:

• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Sustainable Gifts For Foodies
• 8Shades Gift Guide: Lifestyle Gifts For Men
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Ethical Gifts in Hong Kong
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: For Yogis

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In our latest 8Shades’ Gift Guide, delight the gourmands in your life with our selection of gift ideas for foodies, all sourced from companies in Hong Kong that are doing their part in making sure we are meeting the needs of the present, without compromising the future.

1. Biodynamic Wine Box

Wine connoisseurs will appreciate La Cabane’s extensive selection of natural and biodynamic wines, made without chemical treatments, sulfites, and with minimal technological intervention. The Bubbly Wine box is perfect for holiday gatherings, featuring six different types of sparkling wine,  including Ari Pét-Nat 2021, from Travis Tausend Wines in Australia, Bubulle 2014, from Domaine Jousset in France, and Crick 2018, from Lammidia in Montepulciano, Italy. 

Available at lacabane.hk

2. Plant-based Christmas Cheese, Crackers and Dip

Garden Hill, a plant-based creamery founded by professional chef Jan Yeung, following her work with Grassroots Pantry and Nectar, has put together a Christmas Hamper with all their top sellers: aged sharp cheese from cashew and coconut cream; feta cheese, truffle mayo and herbed cream cheese from tofu; black cumin and rosemary crackers, shortbread, and Everything Cashew dip, packed in a Garden Hill tote bag, for HK$520/set. The company delivers free around Hong Kong for orders over HK$400. Please order hampers three days in advance. 

Available at gardenhillhk.com

3. Ethically Sourced Chocolate

Founded by a Swiss and Israeli couple who met in Hong Kong and have a passion for experimenting with food, Conspiracy Chocolate is a small-batch, bean-to-bar craft chocolate company with its own licensed creation lab in Wong Chuk Hang. They use hand-sorted cacao beans from a single farm in Dak Lak province in Vietnam, and the tasting notes of the cacao are earth, spicy and fruity with a full-bodied finish. Conspiracy Chocolate’s vegan bars are 75% cacao or higher, and do not contain anything besides cacao and minimal amounts of organic, raw cane sugar.

Popular chocolate bars include Genmaicha, CBD and Salt and Caramel. For the holidays, Conspiracy Chocolate have created  limited-time-only Christmas specials, including Maple Pecan and Christmas Pine chocolate bars, and coated caramelised almonds. Order online or visit their pop-up at Freida Club in Sai Ying Pun from 28 November to 12 December. 

Available at conspiracychocolate.com

4. Vegan Christmas Cookies

The Vege Lab, a pastry shop founded by passionate vegan baker Yuki in 2018, is dedicated to creating beautiful and delicious desserts that are made from 100% plant-based ingredients, free from dairy, eggs and animal products.

This year’s special Christmas Cookie Box includes melt-in-your-mouth Wasanbon Shortbread, fruity Candied Lemon Earl Gray cookies; crispy Kochi Yuzu Pink Pepper Frosting Cookies and Strawberry Chocolate Sandwich cookies made with Valrhona’s vegan cookie filling. The box also contains Tieguanyin Tea Almond Snowballs and flavourful Caffe Mocha Pecan Cookies. Each box is HK$320, but order two or more for a 10% discount.

Available at thevegelab.com

5. Green Platter 

A ‘Green’ Platter or Grazing Table would be the best gift for friends who love to host parties. A typical platter would include artisanal cheese, organic fruit and dips, freshly baked bread and a variety of savouries that can be customised based on the receiver’s preferences.

The Green Platters company ethos focuses on the use of sustainable and fresh (locally sourced, if possible) food, eco-friendly packaging, and giving back to the community, therefore all their suppliers are ethical and packaging is biodegradable or plant-based. 

Available at thegreenplatters.com

6. Vegan Baking Gift Hamper

Gift Hampers Hong Kong is a great place to find a variety of gourmet hampers for the holidays, and in case you’re in a rush, the site offers same day delivery.  The Vegan Baking Hamper is the perfect gift for a friend who has just started experimenting with the oven. It includes a chef’s apron, novelty kitchen timer, organic tea, extra virgin olive oil, organic coconut butter, gluten-free marble cake mix, baking cups and cookie cutters. 

Available at gifthampers.com.hk

7. Green Forest Hamper

Le Fromage, founded by Chef Tina Barrat, who is also behind the recently opened fine-dining restaurant Ma… and the Seeds of Life, is dedicated to creating hand-crafted plant-based cheeses using nutritionally dense ingredients like cashews and almonds. Le Fromage offers at least 20 different types of vegan cheeses, among which the bestsellers are truffle-infused Shamembert, and creamy and flavourful Brie: Pink Peppercorn, both made with cashews. The online and K11 Musea stores also carry keto breads, gluten-free crackers and mushroom faux gras.

The Green Forest hamper includes a mix of Le Fromage’s signature vegan cheeses such as the Shamembert (235g), Sharp Cheddar (160g) and artisanal treats like fig chutney, almond flour keto bread; and comes with a bottle of Absolute Zero Nectar Alcohol-Free sparkling wine.

Available at lefromage.com.hk

8. Coffee Starter Set 

Another ethical company born out of romance, Impact Berry was founded by a couple who met while volunteering in then earthquake-devastated regions of Indonesia. Timo and Sonja started looking for ways for the villagers to create new streams of income, discovered their rich heritage and expertise in coffee, and brought this to Hong Kong.

Impact Berry now helps communities in Indonesia and Vietnam by sourcing all of their coffee beans from these areas and making sure the beans are grown, processed and distributed in a responsible way, and with their carbon footprint low.

Coffee lovers will enjoy Impact Berry’s Coffee Starter set, which includes three assorted blends of coffee beans with tasting notes, a hand grinder and French Press Coffee Maker, letting you brew delicious coffee without any other equipment. Their Coffee Bean Tasting Set is also a great way to get acquainted with their medium roast coffee beans (use the code SANTACALLING! to get a HK$50 discount).

Available at impactberry.com.hk

More gift guides:

• 8Shades Gift Guide: Lifestyle Gifts For Men
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: Ethical Gifts in Hong Kong
• 8Shades’ Gift Guide: For Yogis

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Sttoke Classic Coffee Cup (360ml)

Sttoke’s reusable coffee cup speaks to the minimal aesthetics of modernists. Crafted from Greblon ceramic, it can withstand extreme impact, while the double-wall vacuumed insulation maintains your beverage at optimal temperature for up to 3 hours, making it the perfect vessel for outdoor activities. 

Available on lanecrawford.com

Heroes Beer Co: Cereusly Beer 

A big part of sustainability is to support homegrown brands rather than relying on exported goods. Heroes is a Hong Kong-based beer venture serving you with award-winning beverages such as its Cereusly beer characterised by strong grapefruit, mango, tropical fruit, floral and grassy aroma. 

Available on heroesbeerco.com 

Lockill: FaceOff Reusable Mask

This washable mask boasts 95% antimicrobial efficacy that reduces your need for single-use masks. Reusable up to 30 times, Lockill’s FaceOff mask is made with a seamless design with 3D cutting paired with the selection of a light-weighted, highly breathable fabrication.

Available on q-please.com 

Last Object: LastSwab (Zero Waste Cotton Swab) 

Gone are the days of maintaining ear hygiene with disposable Q-tips thanks to the introduction of LastSwab by Last Object. The reusable ear swab is designed with medical grade buds to address durability and can be reused up to 1,000 times.

Available on lastobject.com 

D R Harris: Three-Piece Safety Razor

D.R. Harris’ three-piece razor speaks to dandy men and sartorialists who appreciate classic and vintage design. Take a stance by discouraging the use of single-use plastics in the upkeep of your vanity. The razor tool is made compatible with all makes of the standard blade such as Gilette, Wilkinson or Merkur.

Available on Mr Porter

Native: Coconut and Vanilla Plastic-free Deodorant 

Smell great with Native’s zero-waste deodorant. The use of coconut oil and shea butter makes great moisturising agents, while the accent of vanilla completes the experience with an inviting sweetness. Their plastic-free containers are made from paperboard sourced from responsibly managed forests and are generally recyclable depending on your local recycling facilities.  

Available on nativecos.com

Rituals: The Ritual of Namaste Hydrating Overnight Cream

Your solution to tackle dry, patchy skin of winter months, Rituals’ overnight cream is packed with hyaluronic acid and Indian rose to replenish the skin’s moisture balance. Seed oils and botanical extracts are prominent ingredients in the formula, making it a potent product to combat ageing. Part of the brand’s goal towards zero-waste packaging is refill capsules which can be individually purchased, currently made available for its facial cream range.

Available on rituals.com

Nomel: Obsidian Galaxy Roller

Yes, gua sha is for everyone – men and women. Besides being a handy tool for lymphatic drainage, facial rollers can help enhance skin elasticity. Taiwan skincare brand Nomel created their version of the facial roller with natural obsidian stone for its healing and rejuvenating properties.

Available on nomelnomel.com

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Thankfully, there are plenty of ethical gifts you can get right here in Hong Kong. Whether you’re shopping for a coffee lover, fitness fanatic or anyone in between, here are some fantastic gift ideas for the holidays and beyond:

For the Coffee Addict

What could be better than ethically grown coffee beans that give back to the environment? Hong Kong’s own Impact Berry is all about organic fair trade coffee, using beans that are hand-picked and processed in their local communities in Indonesia and Vietnam (to minimise the coffee’s carbon footprint) before they are brought to Hong Kong where they are locally roasted.

Impact Berry works directly with coffee farmers to make sure they receive a fair wage while profits go toward initiatives that empower local communities where the beans are grown. Every bag of beans purchased contributes to planting more trees in Vietnam and more water filters in Indonesia for premium, organic and sustainable coffee. 

Learn more about Impact Berry.

For the Candle Lover

Essencial Candles are handmade in Hong Kong with beeswax sourced directly from a Hong Kong bee farm. Each candle is carefully made with a selection of 100% pure essential oils which are chosen for their unique benefits, from promoting sleep to boosting brain function.

Once you’re low on wax, bring your used jar in for 10% off your next purchase. Regardless of which scent you choose, the gentle aroma of these pleasant candles, and their ethical values, will relax the atmosphere and rejuvenate the soul. 

Learn more about Essencial Candles.

See also: Candle With Care: Is Your Candle Toxic?

For the Philanthropist

For many of us, the gift-giving season can be an unsightly time, dominated by commercialisation and high environmental costs. Twopresents is a timely solution for creative gift-giving that goes beyond a wrapped gift from your wish list – not only do you get the perfect gift but you’ll be giving back to local Hong Kong charities too. The platform allows you to choose the gift you want, as well as the charity you want to support.

When your family and friends are invited to contribute to your Twopresents gift fund, they can give money instead of individual gifts, which will be split between your chosen charity and the special gift you have selected. There’s a lot to love here, from eliminating one-time gift wrapping, to the meaningful act of giving back to a cause that is important to you. Twopresents’ gift ideas are plentiful too, with options for all age ranges, from children’s toys to cool experiences like cocktail making workshops and rock climbing. 

Learn more about Twopresents.

For the Yogi

As yoga has become more mainstream, it’s easier than ever to gear up on wellness products but a healthier lifestyle goes beyond a centering yoga session! Flow Factory, an Australian company operating out of Hong Kong, aims to provide high quality, stylish and environmentally friendly yoga products to promote holistic wellness that mutually benefits everyone.

Find colourful yoga mats, yoga blocks and wheels, all made with natural materials like tree rubber, vegan suede and cork that align with the Flow Philosophy of giving back and living sustainably. Flow Factory also provides free yoga classes and workshops to contribute to the community and spread the Flow ethos!

Learn more about Flow Factory.

For the Fitness Fanatic

Made in Bali by a manufacturer that specialises in environmentally and ethically friendly practises, Good Days has built itself on three key pillars: fabrics, packaging and manufacturing. Fabrics come from recycled plastic to divert waste, mailing products in compostable and biodegradable packaging, and manufacturing in small production runs to avoid excess stock. 

The manufacturer also regularly donates to a Balinese association dedicated to the welfare of women and children who scavenge from rubbish dumps. By making the production and manufacturing processes transparent on their website, Good Days certainly feels good to buy from. And right now, they’re offering free delivery to Hong Kong on orders over HK$800!

Learn more about Good Days.

For the Sneakerhead

We can admit, sometimes eco-friendly gear can look a little “crunchy”. That’s why we’re excited about the versatile and modern style of Kibo’s recycled leather sneakers. Founded by wife-husband duo Natalie and Simon Chow, Kibo utilises many of the lessons the ex-fashion and footwear couple gained from their time in these industries: waste from raw materials and excessive production, poor quality products selling for high prices, and dismal working conditions for manufacturers. Each pair of Kibo sneakers sold also contributes to Compassion First, a non-profit supporting and empowering victims of sexual exploitation.

Learn more about Kibo.

See also: 8Shades Of… Natalie Chow of KIBO

For the Gym Goer

Shopping for the perfect gym bag? Chances are you’ve found it with Everybody & Everyone’s All Good Things Bag, which is made from recycled plastic bottles with a total of eight different pockets – and can even fit a laptop inside the padded sleeve.

Eco-innovative and size-inclusive, Everybody & Everyone is a woman-founded Hong Kong brand that has sustainability at its core. From partnering with fellow eco-conscious companies in the supply chain to being carbon neutral from the start, Everybody & Everyone’s ultimate goal is to create a closed loop system where everything is recycled from something else in their collection.

Learn more about Everybody & Everyone

For the Alpaca Lover

Keep the home snuggly and stylish with a soft, sustainably made alpaca throw from ÄYAHOME. Founder Crystal Chiu, a native of both Hong Kong and Peru, realised a desire to empower her community back in Peru by spreading awareness about alpaca wool and its many benefits. An inherently luxurious material, Chiu sees alpaca wool as a more sustainable yet highly durable material compared to cashmere, since alpacas create a much smaller environmental footprint than other grazers.

Since alpacas naturally regenerate their wool, and are shorn only once a year, the act of sourcing alpaca wool is cruelty free and sustainable. This unique material also does not pill, which means it tends to have greater longevity than cashmere too. Cosy up knowing your gift of alpaca wool supports the Peruvian Andes communities that rely on farming and weaving to maintain their lifestyles. 

Learn more about ÄYAHome.

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