They were responsible for bringing Christmas cheer into your life all those years and it still puts a smile on your face when you visit them for for Dad’s famous turkey and Mum’s rhubarb pie. But how do you ever repay them? Here’s a good start:

Mum:

1. Harvey Nichols Three Honeys and Drizzler set, $29: Who doesn’t love the freshness of honey in their tea? Give Mum the sweetest gift with this three honeys set from luxury retailer Harvey Nichols.

2. Cutler & Gross square-framed sunglasses, $500: Those bug-eyed sunglasses favoured by Hollywood isn’t really her style. Keep her looking classy and chic in this classically-shaped pair from one of the most luxurious optics manufacturer in the world.

3. Wisdom: Love – The Greatest Gift One Generation Can Give to Another by Andrew Zuckerman, $19.95: All that wisdom may have been lost on us when we were younger, but we can all appreciate a good dose of love from Mum. Give the gift back with a book that commemorates the wise among us.

4. Fendi Peekaboo medium canvas bag, $2213: Yes, she certainly sticks to the classics but maybe it’s time for an update. Help her look her usual best with this timeless tote from Fendi. The cheeky design will help her stand out from the pack.

5. KitchenAid Artisan Stand Mixer, $380: This one is really a present for you as well. Encourage her to make those famous chocolate chip muffins again with this do-it-all stand mixer. Available in a myriad of juicy colours, find one that suits her to a tee.

6. Malin + Goetz Dark Rum candle, $78: Pretty scents never go unappreciated by Mum so help her get relaxed with this Malin + Goetz candle with notes of rum, raisins and vanilla.

7. Tiffany & Co Elsa Peretti Pearls by the Yard earrings, $460: We’re not quite ready to splurge on pearls for ourselves but Mum is certainly leading the way in that department. Help boost her already stunning jewellery collection with this delicate pair of drop pearl earrings by Tiffany’s.

Dad:

8. Movado Series 800 Sub Sea stainless steel chronograph watch, $1109: He may have worn that leather Seiko for years now, but there’s no excuse not to have a killer wrist accessory to show off at the company meetings. Try wrapping this Movado beauty up for Dad this Christmas.

9. Grilliput compact barbecue, $28: The little boy inside will never leave and for good reason. You get to leave this nifty piece of equipment under the tree and watch his face light up when he tries it out for the first time in the backyard.

10. Ermenegildo Zegna striped silk tie, $189.99: Most Dads don’t even buy a tie for themselves, they simply wait for a birthday or the holiday season to roll around for their next neck piece. Add to his crazy collection with this bright and stylish silk number.

11. Galliano Homme pleat dress shirt, $820: Mum hasn’t forgotten how good Dad looks in a good shirt so what better way to give him all the attention than by fitting him in this sleek Galliano faux-tuxedo number.

12. Prada St Cocco bifold wallet, $379.99: That tatty old bifold has taken the shape of his backside for years now and it might be just in time for an upgrade. Help him turn heads with this flashy crocodile leather version from Prada.

13. Paul Smith Varied stripe sock, $25: A good pair of socks never goes unneeded, even if the crazy stripes do threaten to peek out from under his ‘serious’ suit.

14. Gerber Artifact pocket keychain tool, $12: Any man loves a good gadget and Dads always appreciate something that can do some ‘real’ work. Introducing the Gerber Artifact, a nifty 8-tool pocketknife with a Phillips screwdriver, lanyard, bottle opener, pry bar, wire stripper, flathead screwdrivers and a knife that takes standard replacement blades.

15. Ray Ban Clubmaster in tortoiseshell, $140: Bring out the inner James Bond in Dad with these timeless Ray Bans.

16. Villain Chair, $8,100: Does he do that creepy “villain laugh” every time he beats you at Monopoly? Time to put him in his place with this beautifully crafted Villain Chair from the inventors at Suck UK.

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