Every year, it’s the same old story: at the last minute, we’ve still got Christmas presents to find… And inspiration isn’t always on our side! To help you, we’ve selected gift ideas under €20 from all over Paris. Design objects, irresistible treats, trendy accessories… Discover our Parisian nuggets to surprise your loved ones under the tree. Low prices, big smiles guaranteed!
A box of Pyramidions by Jade Genin
Classic Christmas chocolates? Jade Genin’s creations will prove you wrong, like her Pyramidions, real hand-painted mini works of art. Zaatar, Tahitian vanilla, rosemary or Bronte pistachio: each bite reveals striking, gourmet flavors. Inspired by the tip of the Concorde obelisk, they’re a gourmet wink to lovers of the capital. –Box of 15 Pyramidions Jade Genin – €15.00
📍 Jade Genin – 33 avenue de l’Opéra, 75002 Paris
A blend of spices and a recipe book based on Rœllinger Japanese curry
The Rœllinger family is a veritable reference in the world of cooking, unearthing the very best to create their spice blends, imagined as perfumes. With this duo of curry and associated recipe book, take a trip to Japan without leaving home. – Le Curry Japonais and the book “dix façons de le préparer” by Rœllinger – €17.20
📍 Épices Rœllinger – 51 bis rue Sainte-Anne, 75002 Paris
A medallion with initials
For a delicate, low-cost gift, we recommend this pretty enamel medallion, available in 10 mm in an elegant midnight blue. An elegant Christmas gift for under €20, it’s all about discretion, and can be engraved with the person’s initials or those of a loved one. – Emoi Emoi 10 mm midnight blue oval initial medal – €15.00
📍 Several retailers including Galeries Lafayette Haussmann – 40 bd Haussmann, 75009 Paris
A bouquet of Horaé infusable flowers
If you know a tea lover, here’s something different from the classics: Horaé. The principle: bouquets of carefully selected organic plants and wildflowers, to be infused and enjoyed. A delightful sensory experience, between the blossoming of flowers and an explosion of natural flavours. – 2 bouquets Fleurs des Champs Bio Horae – €13.90
📍 Several retailers, including We are Paris – 13 rue Oberkampf, 75011 Paris
A Maison matchbox by Marin Montagut
This delicate matchbox, illustrated like a Parisian storefront, is the perfect gift. Marin Montagut designed it in the image of his boutique at 48 Rue Madame: so pretty that it can be displayed as a genuine decorative object. – Matchbox Maison by Marin Montagut – €9.90
📍 Marin Montagut – 48 rue Madame, 75006 Paris
La Rosée mini travel care set
The cold weather is settling in Paris and taking its toll on all skin types. To cope, give the gift of this nomadic set: care products to take everywhere, to nourish dry hands and lips. With its refillable tinted stick, it instantly enhances a natural look. – La Rosée Tinted Nomad Care Set – €16.80
📍 Parisian pharmacies
A mug on a French expression
Hangover, coffee on the go, living on love and fresh water… 6 French expressions are featured on these mugs made in Europe. An opportunity for the recipient to send a message at coffee break, with humor and sweetness. – Les Raffineurs French expression mug – €13.41
📍 Les Raffineurs Bastille – 83 rue du Faubourg St Antoine, 75011 Paris or Les Raffineurs Batignolles – 39 rue des Batignolles, 75017 Paris
A jar of Ritz honey or jam
For a homemade breakfast with a palatial tea-time feel, what could be better than a jar of Ritz honey or jam? This little gourmet treasure from the famous Parisian hotel is perfect for sweetening mornings with elegance and delicacy. – Chestnut and acacia honey or chestnut and flowers – €15.50 / Ritz Impérial fruit preparations – €13.50
📍 Ritz Paris – 15 place Vendôme, 75001 Paris
A board game
Whatever your recipient’s age, a board game is always a good idea. For less than €20, you’ll have plenty of choice for your Christmas gifts. We recommend ” Codex Naturalis “, tactical and magnificently illustrated, or “ Traîtres à bord! “, which is guaranteed to get the game going! – Games Codex Naturalis and Traîtres à Bord ! – Starting at €15.00
📍 Several retailers including Les Gentlemen du Jeu – 72 rue des Martyrs, 75009 Paris
Designer candles
Looking for a Christmas gift under €20 for a decor fan? Head to Fleux, the temple of beautiful interiors. Among the treasures to be found in this chic version of Ali Baba’s cave is this set of 4 patterned candles from Hay. Graphic, colorful, elegant… they’ve got everything to warm up an interior with style. – Set of 4 Pattern Hay candles – €19.00
📍 Fleux, boutique 3, Maison & lifestyle urbain – 39 rue Sainte-Croix de la Bretonnerie, 75004 Paris
A nail art kit
We’ve found the perfect duo to add a little glitter to your loved ones’ end-of-year celebrations. A duo of Manucurist gold biodegradable nail polish and glitter: the perfect pre-New Year’s gift idea, to make your nails shine. – Duo ready to party Manucurist – €19.00
📍 Several beauty retailers in Paris
A beautiful cookbook
A cookbook as beautiful as it is inspiring: we say yes! From goat’s cheese and zucchini croques to lemon chicken, here you’ll find tasty, easy-to-make recipes. A gift for budding cooks and passionate amateurs alike (with a whisper of an invitation to try out their dishes). – Cuisine facile, 500 irresistible recipes for everyone – €19.95
📍In bookshops throughout Paris
Happy Socks© Happy Socks
Music, animals, sports, food… Depending on your recipient’s favorite theme, you’ll find the perfect sock for them with these ultra-fun, colorful models. A useful gift that will add a touch of whimsy to your recipient’s wardrobe! – Happy Socks – from €12.00
📍Several retailers, including Merci Paris – 111 bd Beaumarchais, 75003 Paris
Table soccer
The ideal gift for all football fans! For your colleague who’d love a life-size foosball table in the office, or your nephew who lives and breathes his favorite club, this is the perfect Christmas gift at a great price! – HEMA table soccer game – €14.49
📍 HEMA stores in Paris
Mixology accessories
To spice up your aperitifs with great cocktails, a mixology kit is a must: especially at this festive time of year, when entertaining is a must. Your recipient will be delighted with this kit, which includes a shaker, a measuring jug and a wooden pestle. – LUFTTÄT bar accessories, IKEA – €16.99
📍 IKEA Paris Place d’Italie – 30 avenue d’Italie, 75013 Paris