10 thoughtful gifts for every type of co-worker

For the co-worker who just moved into a new home: Apple TV 4K, from $200

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Some families gather around the kitchen, but most families we imagine would get together to share the enjoyment of TV entertainment. With the Apple TV 4K, you will be able to watch award-winning Apple Original programmes as well as browse through a great list of films and television series. Perfect for entertaining the whole family during the holiday season.

For the co-worker who’s always cold: Open-front Wool Cardigan, USD$150 (S$201.15), COS

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A cosy cardigan always comes in handy in cold climates, or in this case, in an office with arctic tundra air conditioning. And this luxurious option from COS is perfect to keep the warm and snuggly thanks to its wool composition. Beyond just being practical — when worn five days a week in the office — it’s also undeniably stylish, with a longline cocoon and open front design that can be paired with many of your office ensembles.

For the co-worker who wants to smell like a million bucks: Maison Margiela Silver and Gold Limited-Edition Collection, $210, Maison Margiela

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The holidays call for a new scent, and if you're looking for one that's comforting and alluring enough to be worn beyond the holidays, then look no further. Maison Margiela has just released a limited-edition line inspired by the Maison Margiela Fashion House's famous "broken mirror" signature. For a limited time only, two iconic ‘Replica’ fragrances, ‘By the Fireplace’ and ‘Lazy Sunday Morning’ will be available in eye-catching gold or silver editions.

Available at Maison Margiela stores

For the new co-worker who just joined the team: Must De Cartier Small Notebook Set, $495, Cartier

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What better way to put across the subliminal message of “please take down these notes,” than with a sophisticated set of notebooks from Cartier? These are handsomely bounded in calfskin, with palladium and golden finish, stamped with the Cartier signature in the legendary “Double C” monogram. What’s not to love?

For the co-worker who’s always drinking tea: Mini Celebration Gift Set, $80, TWG Tea

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For someone who appreciates the art and theatrics of drinking tea, this exclusive gift set by TWG Tea is the perfect present. Packaged in an elaborately designed branded box, the box contains TWG Tea's exclusive Joy of Christmas Tea that's made with a blend of warm and sparkling black tea blended with spiced fruits and velvety chocolate; Longevity Tea, an interesting mix of white teas with a high percentage of silver tips; 1837 Black Tea; a gold TWG tea scoop, a disposable cotton filter and brown/white sugar tea sticks.

Rest assured, this adorable gift set will make the tea connoisseur in your team a happy camper this Christmas.

For the co-worker who can't start their morning without coffee: Vertuo Advent Calendar, $60, Nespresso

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It’s a no-brainer that anything coffee-related will appeal to that one co-worker who can't live without her daily cuppa. Within this set, you'll find not one but 24 capsules of your favourite Nespresso coffee blends, as well as an exclusive Limited Edition Gift behind the 24th door.

For the co-worker who wants to look forever young: Advanced Night Repair Synchronized Multi-Recovery Complex Serum (Holiday Limited Edition), $187, Estée Lauder from Sephora

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Looking youthful begins with healthy, hydrated, and radiant skin. And this high-performance serum probably needs no introduction at this point. Enter Estée Lauder's iconic Advanced Night Repair serum. Packed with a high concentration of Hyaluronic Acid, the serum fights the appearance of fine lines, dullness, and restores firmness, hydration, and radiance to your skin. This season, Estée Lauder has also given its bottle a facelift, with the festive bottle arriving in a stellar limited-edition bottle with celestial design.

For the co-worker who’s always on the phone: Wireless Charging Station, $49.99, Amazon

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We all have that one colleague who's always on her phone. And while she doesn't need more gadgets, there is one thoughtful and practical gift that she will definitely appreciate this Christmas. Peep this wireless charging station. Great for Apple users, this charging station allows you to charge your iPhone, Apple Watch, Apple Pencil, and Airpods, all at the same time. It may look simple, but rest assured, it will definitely come in handy for someone who's always on her devices.

For the co-worker who likes to step out in style: Samba OG Shoes, $179, Adidas

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Who doesn’t love a pair of stylish and comfy sneakers? This pair of Sambas from Adidas is renowned for its timeless appeal and offers a knowing nod to the 1950s when the shoe was named after the traditional Brazilian dance at the FIFA World Cup that took place in Brazil. Released over 74 years ago, it’s second only to the Stan Smith as Adidas’ best-selling sneakers of all time, and is now seen as a wardrobe staple for many, including stars like Bella Hadid, Kaia Gerber, Hailey Bieber and Kendall Jenner.

For the co-worker who has everything: The Ladies Flower Phone Case, $156, Casetify

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The co-worker who has everything will be hard to surprise, so perhaps something off-kilter will do. This attention-grabbing phone case by Casetify comes rendered with a drawing of The Ladies Flower, and it's one of those tongue-in-cheek phone cases that will spark some interesting conversations.



This article was first published in Harper's Bazaar Singapore.