As the festive season approaches, shopping journalist Nisha Mal has turned to high street favourite Next for her ultimate Christmas gift guide. Having closely followed the retailer's successful 2025 collections, Mal visited her local store to uncover the best present ideas beyond just fashion.
Next's Festive Shopping Experience
Walking into her city centre store, Mal was immediately greeted by twinkly lighting and cosy Christmas music that set the perfect festive mood. Rows of carefully curated gift ideas filled the space, offering inspiration for every type of person on your shopping list.
Top Gift Picks for Every Woman
Mal's comprehensive selection covers everything from party wear to cosy home comforts, ensuring you'll find the perfect present for even the hardest-to-buy-for recipients.
For the Party Lover
The Silver Sequin Velvet Wide Leg Trousers immediately caught Mal's eye as an ideal festive purchase. Priced at £45, these double-lined trousers offer both warmth and sparkle for Christmas parties and New Year celebrations. Available in regular and petite lengths, they feature a flattering wide-leg fit and comfortable elasticated waistband. Also coming in black sequins and chocolate brown, Mal notes they're quite heavy due to the full sequin coverage, which might not suit everyone.
For the Home Enthusiast
Following recommendations from interior influencers, Mal investigated Next's homeware section and discovered the Orange Blossom Bloom Luxe 180ml Diffuser. At £24, this generously sized diffuser offers excellent value, with Mal personally vouching for their longevity after receiving one as a moving-in present last year. The fragrance combines zesty mandarin with orange blossom, jasmine and plum notes.
For the Fashion Forward
The Black/Red Floral N.Premium Sheer Flocked Velvet Shirt (£49) stood out as a particularly luxurious piece. Made from expensive-looking organza-style material with a subtle floral print, this shirt suits both formal work settings and fancy evening outings. Available in sizes 4-22, Mal noted it was flying off the shelves but remains well-stocked online.
Additional Standout Selections
Mal's guide includes several other noteworthy finds:
The Set of 6 The Ultimate Body Mist Collection (£28) provides perfect Secret Santa material or an ideal introduction to fragrances for teenagers, containing six mini scents including Luminate and White Amber Body.
For jewellery lovers, the Gold Tone Square Dial Heart Watch offers an elegant everyday timepiece under £50 that complements existing gold jewellery collections.
Dog owners will adore the Cream Tartan Dog Jumper, available in sizes from extra small to XXL, with Mal noting Next's knitwear maintains quality through multiple washes without shrinking or bobbling.
The Black Scarf Top Handle Bag combines versatility with sophisticated croc leather and an Hermès-inspired twilly scarf, complete with an optional cross-body strap.
Finally, the Cow Print Faux Fur Lined Mule Slippers (£24) provide festive comfort with their striking pattern and warm faux fur lining, available from small to extra large sizes.
Smart Christmas Shopping Conclusions
Nisha Mal's exploration confirms that Next's 2025 Christmas collection delivers both style and substance across multiple categories. From fashion-forward pieces to thoughtful home comforts, the retailer offers quality gifts at accessible price points, making Christmas shopping both enjoyable and successful for UK consumers.
