What to Get a Minimalist For Christmas

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Are you stuck in the predicament of figuring out what to get a minimalist for Christmas?

If so, I’m here to help!

I wanted to create this guide because I know firsthand how difficult brainstorming Christmas ideas for a minimalist can be.

It is no doubt a daunting task to purchase something for someone who doesn’t want anything.

They don’t like accumulating “stuff” and they are always trying to find ways to live with less.

As someone who has been living a minimalist lifestyle for a few years now, I am here to share some exceptional minimalist Christmas gifts that they are sure to love!

By the way, if you are interested in dabbling in minimalism, be sure to check out:

How to Become a Minimalist – The Insanely EASY Guide to Declutter Your Life

Read on for the best Christmas ideas for minimalists!

Minimalist Christmas Gifts for Women

Women are notorious for being extra difficult to buy for.

Compound that with the fact that they are a minimalist? It can be really tricky to find the perfect gift for them.

However, you can’t go wrong with purchasing any of the following gifts for the minimalist woman in your life.

1. Minimalist Friendly Perfume

This irresistible scent by BYREDO, described as “woody and aromatic,” contains raw, high quality ingredients, smells amazing, and is perfect for today’s minimalist woman who values luxury.

This brand has the most beautiful, minimalistic style packaging on all of their signature candles and perfumes.

2. Clear Stackable Organizer Bins

Minimalism embraces the clean, organized aesthetic.

So, these clear organizer bins are perfect for organizing any minimalist home.

3. Reusable Cotton Rounds

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These reusable cotton rounds by Paula’s Choice can be can be washed and reused over and over, which make them a perfect minimalist gift.

Be sure to pick these up for the makeup and skincare-loving minimalist woman in your life.

4. 14k Gold Script Name Necklace

This dainty name necklace by Zoe Lev with beautiful script font comes in 14k gold, white gold, and rose gold.

There is even the option to add a cute little heart.

It’s the perfect addition to any woman’s minimalist jewelry collection as an everyday, high-quality staple.

5. Marc Jacobs Tote Bag

The Marc Jacob’s tote bag is the minimalist woman’s dream tote.

This bag can be used for endless activities including work bag, weekend trips, beach bag, and much more.

Not to mention the beautiful minimalistic font and the fact that it folds flat to take up zero space when storing.

6. Plush Spa Robe

Give the gift of a high-quality, plush, spa bathrobe by BrookLinen to the minimalist woman in your life who loves luxury and deserves a little self care time.

7. Candle

This deliciously fragrant candle by LA JOLIE MUSE is a great gift for any minimalist woman.

It is made out of natural soy wax and lead free cotton wick, and is packaged in a beautiful jar that can be re-purposed as a storage jar, flower vase, or brush holder.

Minimalist Christmas Gifts for Men

What do you buy a minimalist man for Christmas?

Functional, high quality, masculine gifts of course!

That said, the following are guaranteed to spark joy for the minimalist man you’re buying for this year for Christmas.

8. Minimalist Safe

This safe by KAPUCI is the perfect pick for a gift with its minimalist design and capacity to hold many prized possessions.

9. Decanter

This high-end stunning decanter is made out of crystal and gives major manly-minimalist vibes.

10. Marble Cigar Ashtray

This beautiful minimalist marble ashtray is an appreciable gift for any cigar connoisseur.

11. Faux Leather Duffel Bag

This is an affordable vegan leather duffle with a luxury look and is ideal for work, weekend travel, or can even be used as a gym bag.

This handsome bag is spacious and features a removable shoulder strap and interior pocket.

12. Apple Watch Band

This Coach ionic mesh Apple Watch strap is minimal in design and has a sleek, high end look.

13. Portable Projector

This portable projector by Luma is perfect for the tech minimalist. It makes minimal living easy by taking away the need for an actual TV screen. All that is needed to project movies from your camera, laptop, or phone is a blank wall!

14. Sunglasses

You can’t go wrong with these classic Ray Ban sunglasses for any stylish minimalist dude.

15. Wallet

I am simply obsessed with this minimalist wallet which come in 20+ colors and patterns, and any minimalist man will be too.

It’s scratch resistant and will easily hold all of the minimalist man’s cards and cash, while taking up half the space.

Minimalist Christmas Gifts for Toddlers and Babies

Purchasing baby and toddler gifts for minimalists is equally as daunting.

Not only do minimalists not want a bunch of stuff for themselves, they don’t want their house cluttered up with a bunch of stuff for their babies either.

Here’s a few of the best minimalist gifts for toddlers and babies.

16. Simple Joys by Carter’s Long Sleeve Bodysuits

Shop less, spend less with these stretchable and breathable onesies by Carter’s which are a staple for any baby, even the ones with minimalist parents.

17. Plush Stuffed Animal

Any Jellycat stuffed animal is irresistibly cute. Take this Bear in a Forest stuffy for example.

They are velvety soft, and is easy to hold and cuddle.

This one especially would be the perfect addition to any minimalist nursery.

Ikea is also a great place to look for high quality stuffed animals.

18. Minimalist Play Kitchen

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This adorable neutral play kitchen fits the minimalist home vibe check and will be loved by any little one.

19. Wooden Piano

I love the minimalist design of this play piano.

20. Glass Baby Bottles

These Philips Avent Glass Baby Bottles are made out of BPA free glass and are odor and stain resistant.

They have no drip nipples where the baby controls the pace and mimics a natural nipple in shape and feeling.

21. Minimalist Pacifiers

I love the look of these braided handle silicone pacifiers.

They are simple, neutral, and minimalist in every sense!

22. Minimalist High Chair

This 3 in 1 high chair is perfect for the minimalist home with babies or small children.

It comes in 4 different neutral colors and adjust into 3 different positions.

Added bonus: it’s easy to clean and dishwasher safe!

23. Wooden Play Blocks

I love how simple and aesthetically pleasing these wooden play blocks are.

24. Play Gym

This is the most perfect little play gym for newborns.

It also comes with the cute little leaf mat underneath which screams minimalist home!

25. Cleaning Set

Start the little minimalists young with this wooden cleaning set!

They will love to mimic and clean alongside their minimalist parents.

26. 3 in 1 Easel

How adorable is this simplistic 3 in 1 wooden easel with the multi-functionality of chalkboard, magnetic white board, and painting roll?

It’s perfect for the children of a minimalist home.

Minimalist Gifts for Everyone

The following minimalist gifts embody minimalism in the sense that they don’t just take up space in your home.

They are all experience-focused presents, rather than material items.

27. Vacation

If you’re feeling super generous, why not gift them the vacation they’ve been dying to take?

28. Spa Day

A spa day complete with a facial and a massage is a great gift for the minimalist who could use a little TLC and self care time!

29. Microblading Service for Brows

Microblading is the perfect gift for the beauty-obsessed minimalist who wants to save on time on doing their brows. It’s also great in the sense that they will no longer have to buy brow makeup products.

30. Laser Hair Removal Service

This service is pretty pricy which makes it the perfect gift to splurge on for someone.

31. Sporting Event Tickets

Sporting event tickets are perfect for the sports-loving minimalist.

32. Concert Tickets

If the minimalist you are buying for is a music lover, gift them with tickets to their favorite band or artist.

33. Color Analysis Consultation at House of Colour

A color analysis is something anyone who cares about their appearance would benefit from. A color analysis is a professional service which determines what colors look best on you.

34. Gym Membership

Start someones year off right by paying upfront for a years worth of gym membership.

35. Zoo Membership

What a fun idea to gift a minimalist with kids a year of free zoo visits!

36. Full Year of Maintenance Services (i.e. Oil Changes & Lawn Care)

While these gifts might not be sexy or fun, they sure are practical and would save a lot of money throughout the year.

37. Wine Tasting

Wine not gift them a fun wine tasting in a picturesque outdoor venue?!

Gift Card Ideas for Minimalists

The following gift card ideas are perfect for minimalist so that they can purchase what they actually need.

Additionally, you can feel like you are getting them something they will actually be able to use.

Furthermore, it’s a win-win purchasing a gift card for anyone.

38. Trader Joes Gift Card

39. Gas Card

40. Door Dash Gift Card

41. Gift Card to Their Favorite Restaurant

42. Gift Card to Their Favorite Coffee Shop

43. Fandango Gift Card

Functional Minimalist Christmas Gift Ideas for Everyone

The following are gifts anyone would love, but especially minimalists!

44. Thermostat

The Amazon Smart Thermostat is the perfect gift for a minimalist home due to it’s minimalist design and its ability to conserve energy and save money on your electric bill.

45. Nespresso Coffee Machine

The Nespresso Vertuo Coffee and Espresso Machine is the ultimate minimalist appliance for the minimalist espresso lover.

It has a sleek appearance and a simple, one-touch design that makes brewing barista grade coffee an absolute breeze.

46. Tineco Wet/Dry Cordless Vacuum and Mop

This floor cleaner by Tineco is perfect for minimalist homes with kids or pets. It eliminates the need for multiple floor cleaning appliances by combining all functions into one mechanism.

47. Ninja Mega Kitchen System

This powerful all-in-one Ninja blender is the best minimalist gift option due to its combined functions of food processor, to-go cup blender, and regular size blender.

48. Dyson Air Purifier

One look at this air purifier by Dyson and you know it belongs in a minimalist home.

From the sleek minimal design to the multi-functionality of this air purifier + fan, you can’t go wrong by gifting this advanced technology appliance.

49. Waterpik Water Flosser

This cordless Waterpik flosser eliminates the need for string floss and makes it a great gift idea for any minimalist.

Not to mention, the cleaning power far surpasses string floss and it’s recommended by the American Dental Association.

50. Air Fryer

This spacious, energy-efficient air fryer is made out of stainless steel which is the healthiest option and is perfect for the modern day minimalist who likes quick easy meals!

It has 12 cooking functions in one oven including air fryer, convection oven, broiler, toaster oven, dehydrator, and more!

51. Bidet Heated Smart Toilet Seat

Upgrade your favorite minimalist’s toilet with this bidet heated smart toilet seat.

It’s minimalist worthy due to its waste-reducing component– it completely eliminates the need for toilet paper.

Don’t forget the added luxury of a heated toilet seat and a super clean bum (bidets clean way more effectively than toilet paper alone)!

52. Countertop Compost Bin

Minimalism ideals are built upon less consumption and waste.

That’s why this electric countertop compost bin is a thoughtful gift to give a minimalist as it reduces waste by recycling food scraps.

Bonus points if this gift is for someone interested in gardening or homesteading!

53. Trash Can

This double compartment trash can has a beautiful, simplistic silhouette so it doesn’t have to be hid away in a closet.

It holds both trash and recycle which makes it perfect for the environmentally conscience minimalist in your life!

54. Luxury Throw or Blanket

You seriously can’t go wrong with gifting one of these splurge-worthy Barefoot Dreams Blankets.

They are perfect for your boujie minimalist bestie as they are incredibly soft and a known celebrity favorite.

55. E-book

Any minimalist will love the space-saving aspect of being gifted a book in e-book form.

Final Thoughts on What to Get a Minimalist for Christmas

The most important thing to keep in mind is the person you are buying for when buying for a minimalist.

If you’re unsure, remember there’s no harm in just simply asking them what they want for Christmas.

Just simply request they send you their Amazon wish list. This way, you can ensure you’re not buying them something they don’t want!

Trust me, they will be flattered that you care enough to ask; and they would much prefer it over you buying them something they don’t really want.

I hope you this gift guide was helpful for next time you are considering what to get a minimalist for Christmas.

Next time you’re out Christmas shopping for a minimalist, be sure to reference this list along the way!

Drop a comment below sharing how you go about navigating what to get a minimalist!

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