Every gift in this guide is made by a Black-owned brand, and every one of them is on Wakuda, so you can buy the lot in one basket.
From earrings and oud to dolls, jigsaws and the Christmas cards you won’t find on the high street, here’s where to start. Pick a section or scroll the whole thing.
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For her
Jewellery, keepsakes and the gift set that does the wrapping for you.
Heart of Africa statement earrings
by Diva Choice
Handmade hearts with the map of Africa cut out at the centre. Bold, but light enough to wear all day.
From £25 · Shop it on Wakuda
Triple Hoop upcycled earrings
by We Gorgeous
Each pair is upcycled from plastic bottle caps, which gives every one its own marble pattern. A gift with a story she'll tell.
From £27 · Shop it on Wakuda
One Africa 'Names' pendant
by Isura
A pendant for the one who carries home with her wherever she goes. Made to last well past this Christmas.
From £38 · Shop it on Wakuda
Personalised 2027 diary gift set
by Elegant Treats
A 2027 affirmation diary you can add her name to, boxed up with a tumbler, a bookmark and two mini Christmas candles. It's personalised, so order early.
£36.95 · Shop it on Wakuda
Stocking fillers
Small, thoughtful and all under £15.
Affirmation cards for her
by Lovingly Bestowed
30 handmade daily scripture affirmation cards. Something to start every day of the new year with.
£12 · Shop it on Wakuda
African Queen mug (Kente)
by AfroTouchDesign
A Kente-inspired mug for the queen of the house, ready for her first tea on Christmas morning.
From £12 · Shop it on Wakuda
For him
For the man who says he doesn't want anything.
Male grooming set (7 piece)
by Muluku Cosmetics
A seven-piece skin and hair care set for the man who's into his self-care, or should be.
£45 · Shop it on Wakuda
Hair and beard care box set
by NuevoNoir
Oil, shampoo and balm in one box. Sorts out his whole beard routine in one go.
£47.99 · Shop it on Wakuda
Oud men's perfume (100ml)
by OrciD'or Collection
A warm oud with jasmine up top. The big-ticket gift on this list, and it shows.
£95 · Shop it on Wakuda
Man of Wisdom mug
by AfroTouchDesign
'Knowledge is Power' on the side. For the uncle who always has a lesson for you.
From £12 · Shop it on Wakuda
Men's satin bonnet
by Love Your Hair LYH
Soft, breathable satin that keeps his hair right overnight. It's the best seller in this guide.
From £15 · Shop it on Wakuda
King of Cards print
by Jon Judace Art
A bold art print in A3 or A4 for his wall. Art he'll actually hang.
From £19.99 · Shop it on Wakuda
Male vitality tea, 100g
by Caribella
A warming loose-leaf blend of sea moss, Caribbean herbs and roots, ginseng, maca and moringa, with 30 empty tea bags to fill.
£13.99 · Shop it on Wakuda
For kids
Toys, books and puzzles where they get to see themselves.
Superhero colouring book
by Fefus Designs
Hand-drawn superheroes to colour in, for the kids who'd rather be saving the world.
£12 · Shop it on Wakuda
Black Girl Magic keychain
by Fefus Designs
An afro puff heart charm that says 'Be YOU tiful'. Small enough for a stocking, big on meaning.
£12.50 · Shop it on Wakuda
Ama, plush Black girl doll
by Amaris and Chaya
A soft handmade doll in a teal dress with her hair up in a bun. A first doll worth keeping.
£30 · Shop it on Wakuda
RJ, the Black boy doll
by Amaris and Chaya
RJ is a handmade Black boy doll and Ama's big brother. Proof that boys' dolls belong under the tree too.
£20 · Shop it on Wakuda
Omari football jigsaw
by Star Apple Puzzles
48 pieces for ages 3 to 8, starring Omari and his football.
£13.50 · Shop it on Wakuda
Isla and Rose ballerina jigsaw
by Star Apple Puzzles
Isla and Rose take the stage in this jigsaw for little dancers.
£13.50 · Shop it on Wakuda
Artist Philly wooden jigsaw
by Philly & Friends
A sturdy wooden puzzle starring Philly the artist, made to get little imaginations going.
£21.99 · Shop it on Wakuda
Caribbean food flashcards
by Roots and Play
Flashcards that teach through the Caribbean food they already know and love.
£15.99 · Shop it on Wakuda
Home and festive
For the tree, the table and the whole house.
Headwrap baubles (pack of 4)
by Colourshot
Four colourful baubles with headwraps. Your tree has never looked more like your family.
£17 · Shop it on Wakuda
Personalised Black girl bauble
by Fefus Designs
A bauble with her name on it, for a tree she can see herself in. Personalised, so order early.
£14 · Shop it on Wakuda
Handmade fabric baubles (pack of 3)
by Marohu & Mimosa
African fabric wrapped around wooden baubles and finished with gold ribbon.
£12 · Shop it on Wakuda
Reed diffuser set
by Dank Mer
Two 50g diffusers with black rattan reeds, in a choice of long-lasting scents. An easy win for the host.
From £25.99 · Shop it on Wakuda
Royal Oud single diffuser
by Dank Mer
A bold oud scent for the home, with a vegan-friendly base.
£14.99 · Shop it on Wakuda
Mud cloth runner and napkins
by The Copper Fruit
African Ntoma cloth for the Christmas dinner table, and every Sunday dinner after it.
£42.99 · Shop it on Wakuda
Self-care
For the one who gives everyone else their time.
Shea and avocado body butter
by Rukai Botanicals
Rich shea and avocado for dry winter skin.
£16 · Shop it on Wakuda
Caribbean flag bonnets
by Love Your Hair LYH
Satin bonnets in your island's colours. Hair protected, flag flying.
From £15 · Shop it on Wakuda
Raw shea butter in a calabash
by Natural Glo
Traditionally processed raw shea, packed in a calabash. The best-value gift in this guide.
£6 · Shop it on Wakuda
Food and drink
Christmas flavours, Caribbean and African style.
Fresh ginger tea paste
by I Natural Ingredients
Stir it into hot water on a cold day, or pour it over ice. Proper fiery ginger.
£14.99 · Shop it on Wakuda
Hibiscus and ginger sea moss gel
by Caribella
Caribbean sea moss with hibiscus and ginger. It tastes like sorrel season.
£14.99 · Shop it on Wakuda
Games
For the family table once the plates are cleared.
The African Proverb Game
by House of Talking Drums
100 African proverb cards, custom dice and a sand timer. Watch the family argue over what grandma really meant.
£29.99 · Shop it on Wakuda
Cards and wrap
The cards and paper the card shop doesn't sell.
Kente Christmas tree card
by All Shades
A Christmas tree in Kente for family, friends or the office.
£4 · Shop it on Wakuda
Black Santa Joy Christmas card
by Fefus Designs
Black Santa, full of joy. Representation in every envelope.
£4.50 · Shop it on Wakuda
Black Nutcracker Christmas card
by AfroTouchDesign
A Black nutcracker standing proud on the front.
£4 · Shop it on Wakuda
Black Santa Christmas card
by Beautiful Roots
Original art for anyone who loves culture on their mantelpiece.
£4.95 · Shop it on Wakuda
'Merry Christmas Innit' card
by UpstreamS Illustrations
Black Santa with a very London greeting. The card that gets a laugh.
£2 · Shop it on Wakuda
Black Angel Christmas card
by Marohu & Mimosa
A Christmas angel bringing love and peace. Single or a pack of 10.
From £3.50 · Shop it on Wakuda
Black Angels wrapping paper
by Natis Creations
Luxury wrapping paper with Black angels, so the gift looks right before it's even opened.
£2.99 · Shop it on Wakuda
African print dress Christmas card
by Colourshot
A one-shoulder African print dress with a matching headwrap.
From £4.75 · Shop it on Wakuda
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Shop in person this Christmas
Lots of these makers trade at our Lewisham markets too. Come and meet them, and pick up something you won't find online. See our market dates.
Shopping for a birthday or anniversary instead? See our Black-owned gifts guide for gift ideas all year round.
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