The most wonderful time of the year has arrived! That probably means that you are looking for an original Christmas gift. But before scouring the internet again this year and haphazardly throwing random gifts into your shopping cart, ask yourself - "Is this something they are really going to use?" Of course, you want to find that perfect Christmas present for your father, husband, wife, or sister, but not unnecessarily burden Mother Earth with even more waste and plastic. Did you know that in the last two months of the year we throw away 25% more than the rest of the year?

Fortunately, with these suggestions of sustainable gifts for every budget, you can make the world a little better and make someone happy with a personal, unique item that will last for years.

Our top 4 sustainable gift ideas:

1. Wooden watch with engraving

A watch is a wonderful gift in itself. It lasts a long time and is usually selected with care. But even better and more unique than a traditional watch is a wooden watch! The wearer of a wooden watch is someone who likes to visit new places, appreciates beautiful design, or is looking for a little extra nature in his / her life. But a wooden watch also has several advantages for the “traditional” person.

Wood is hypoallergenic, renewable, and twice as light as regular metal, leaving a smaller carbon footprint during production and shipping. Besides, you can also have the backplate of the durable watch engraved with a personal message or special date via WoodWatch, which makes this gift even more special. A unique, sustainable gift for a special person in your life.

The perfect sustainable gift for: Your partner or someone else who means a lot to you, as a personal thank you that has been chosen and designed with love. The wooden watches are perfect for both men and women.

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2. Environmentally friendly glasses with blue light filter

Something “ordinary” like glasses, can still have a sustainable touch. These glasses with BlueBlock technology filter harmful blue light from laptops, computer screens, TV, and smartphone. As a result, you’ll experience fewer headaches, better sleep, and therefore higher productivity. What's so eco-friendly about it? This BlueBlock collection is made of natural bio-acetate, which is biodegradable and is hand-finished with sustainable wood. Practical, sustainable, and stylish, what more could you want? By the way, you can also find environmentally-friendly wooden sunglasses on the WoodWatch website.

The perfect sustainable gift for: A friend or colleague at the office who spends more than 50% of their time behind their laptop or computer or the working nomad in your life.

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3. Reusable bag

Whether used for the gym, as a laptop bag, for groceries, or on vacation, this reusable bag made from organic cotton will always come in handy. The shoulder bag can be easily folded flat to save space and lasts a long time due to the extra strong material. Plastic bags are a thing of the past with this ultimate zero-waste gift for a small budget from WoodWatch.

The perfect sustainable gift for: That colleague who just needs that little boost to make his or her life more sustainable.

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4. Bracelet with a mission

Minimalistic, made of natural materials, and unique. These carefully designed bracelets from sustainable wood match any outfit and make a perfect pair with a WoodWatch, or simply as an accessory on its own. A conscious gift for someone with style, available in different designs and unique wood types.

The perfect sustainable gift for: Your brother, father, or someone with an adventurous lifestyle and sense of fashion.

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Bonus tip:

Did you know that 3 trees are also planted for each product listed above? WoodWatch not only makes wooden watches and accessories for men and women but is also well on its way to planting 1 million trees with partners Trees for All and Trees for the Future. Click here for more information about our sustainable mission.