Your Christmas shopping, sorted

Your IndyBest weekend shopping guide [View in browser]( [IndyBest]( [Ellie Fry]( Ellie Fry [IndyBest Deputy Editor]( December 03, 2021 It's finally December, and we're well and truly decking the halls. After a difficult festive season last year, there's no [light]( too bright, no [wreath]( too oversized, no novelty decoration too flamboyant for our homes this time around. We've spent the last few months testing out both the best [real]( and [artificial Christmas trees]( – from the super-realistic to the proudly flashy, as well as all of the best decorations, for everything from your [windows]( to your celebratory [table](. If you're looking to go greener with your Christmas this year, we've also got edits of the [best plastic-free decorations]( and [gift wrap]( to help you make more eco-conscious choices. And speaking of gifts, we've got hundreds of suggestions to help you nail that bit of the day as well. To kickstart your shopping list, here are just some of our favourites... It takes two Finding [Christmas gifts]( can be hard at the best of times. So, when you find yourself with two people to please, the task can feel twice as daunting. But if you're shopping for a [gift for a couple]( this year, we've got your back. [Christmas gifts for couples]( Whether they’re amateur chefs, nature lovers, movie buffs or gadget fans, we’ve curated a list of [present ideas designed to suit every type of couple](, for every budget. To ensure we only included gifts guaranteed to wow, we tested each on their quality and ability to be enjoyed by both partners, with extra points given for that personal touch. [Read more]( Gifts that give back Giving is great, and that's even more true if you invest in a [charity Christmas gift](. Luckily, for 2021 there's plenty on the market to choose from, and we've curated a list of presents that we'd be thrilled to receive and to give, for that little extra good deed glow. [Charity Christmas gifts]( From brands donating to food banks to those giving to environmental charities, when you’re making your list (and checking it twice), be sure to select from our [round-up of feel-good gifts](. [Read more]( Game on Gamers are notoriously tricky people to buy for. A new game might be the most obvious gift idea for a gamer, but do you know what genres they’re into? And are you prepared to trawl through Metacritic reviews to make sure Shrek: Hassle at the Castle isn’t a dud? [Christmas gifts for gamers]( We’re here to help guide you in the right direction. Everything in our [Christmas gift guide for gamers]( has been hand-picked by our crack team of videogames experts, and only includes products they’ve tried, tested and adored. [Read more]( [Gifts for dog lovers]( Paws for thought It’s official: Christmas is no longer just for humans, but for the dogs too. And if you're shopping for a pampered pup or their besotted owner, our round-up of the [best gifts for dog lovers]( should be your first port of call. Ranging from quirky dog-themed fashion accessories to canine-inspired chocolates – which, to be clear, are intended for consumption by people, not pooches – they'll think [these presents]( are really pawsome if you pop them under the tree this December. [Read more]( Deals of the week The Independent’s journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our newsletter, we may earn commission. [Christmas Eve box]( Our top-rated [Christmas Eve box for kids]( is currently half price [Get deal]( [KitchenAid Black Friday]( Considering upgrading to a Pixel 6? These are the [best deals]( right now [Get deal]( Don't miss a thing Keep up to date with all the latest IndyBest news over on social... [Twitter]( [Instagram]( Thank you for reading. P.S. If you can spare two minutes we'd love to hear your [feedback]( on our newsletters. [Alternate text] Join the conversation or follow us [Facebook]( [Twitter]( Please do not reply directly to this email. You are currently registered to receive The Independent's IndyBest email. Add us to your safe list of senders. If you do not want to receive The Independent's IndyBest email, please [unsubscribe](list_name=IND_Indy_Best_CDP). If you no longer wish to receive any newsletters or promotional emails from The Independent, you can unsubscribe [here](. This email was sent by Independent Digital News and Media Ltd, 2 Derry Street, London W8 5HF. Registered in England and Wales with company number 07320345. Read our [privacy notice]( and [cookie policy](.