The 2025 Gift Guide.
The 2025 Gift Guide, by BresicWhitney.
Direct from the locals who have filled our Journal with stories worth reading - we asked this year's BW Journal contributors to share what's made it to the top of their wishlist.
Rainbow Studios.
Our Pick
We love Emma Tindale's hero piece from her recent ‘Mirrors’ exhibition. It's titled 'Banks,' - it's a show stopper, and would be a feature for any room in your home or workspace.
rainbowstudios.com.au
@rainbow__studios
Local Love
We love this chrome table from McMullin - it will be a highlight in any room for every day enjoyment, and hosting dinner parties, it's on my personal wishlist!
Reddie.
Our Pick
Our Cinta Cafe Stool. Celebrating our FSC certified reclaimed teak wood and Reddie's focus on material circularity and design simplicity. She's available in low, counter or bar height. You can mix and match with stain finishes, and choose between a solid wood or an upholstered seat pad to suit any home interior.
reddie.com.au
@reddiedesign
Local Love
Any piece from Studio Tasa. Kattleya Silang is a talented and soulful local ceramic artist. Tasa translates to 'cup' from her heritage language Tagalog - she specialises in functional wares that are both sculptural yet playful.
@studiotasa
Ellison Studios.
Our Pick
Our Bell Table Lamp. For anyone shaping their space, a thoughtful lamp is a small but transformative gesture.
ellisonstudios.com
@ellisonstudios
Local Love
Milly Dent Vase II. Crafted by Sydney-based ceramicist Milly Dent - our local maker of choice for our own ceramic collections - this sculptural vessel from her artisanal line is a favourite of ours.
millydent.com
@millydent
Kym Elphinstone.
My Pick
Collecting: Living with Art. A gift for those in your life infected with the art collecting bug, and equally for the curious looking for tips and inspiration on how to live with art. Shamelessly plug as the perfect stocking filler.
Shop Kym Elphinstone
@kymelphinstonerundle
Local Love
Aida Tomescu Painting. I could ruminate on Aida's thick-layered fields of pigment layered over Belgian linen for a lifetime. Her solo exhibition at Fox Jensen should not be missed.
jensengallery.com
@foxjensengallery
LoveArt.
Our Pick
Ricky Swallow, Stacking Cup (2011). This patinated bronze sculptural work by LA based artist Ricky Swallow would make a special addition to any collection. Currently available from our private collection - enquiries to mail@loveart.com.
loveart.com
@loveartinternational
Local Love
Tanora Foritra Bucket Hat - Handmade raffia hat from Madagascar, made by an artisan atelier and available locally on Queen Street, Woollahra.
Enquiries to mail@loveart.com.
Mathieson Architects.
Our Pick
'Natural Order', by Dangar Barin Smith. Long-time collaborators of ours, their work beautifully bridges architecture and landscape. This book is not only exquisitely designed but an inspiring reflection on living well with nature.
dangarbarinsmith.com.au
@dangarbarinsmith
Local Love
'Big Poche' by Studio Henry Wilson. A sculptural piece that celebrates material honesty. The form is quietly confident, and the black travertine has such depth and individuality — no two are ever the same.
studiohenrywilson.com
@studiohenrywilson
COMA Gallery.
Our Pick
Original Painting on paper by Australian artist Renée Estée from her 2024 series 'Sad Waters, Different Oceans, Secret fires'. They are such an intimate and evocative look into the artist's practice, like torn pages from her own personal diary. These works on paper are the perfect sentimental gift, or the more novice art collector who is just starting out and wants something small.
comagallery.com
@comagallery
Local Love
Tickets to Waitress the musical at the Sydney Lyric Theatre - Coming Soon in 2026
I saw this musical when I was in New York a few years ago, it’s one of my favourite musicals. It’s a beautiful and hilarious story about human flaw and redemption, with a score written by Sarah Barellies. It’s the perfect gift to get someone who has everything, because it is something they can experience with family and friends.
sydneylyric.com.au
@sydneylyrictheatre
'Waitress' the Musical, coming 2026.
McMullin.
Our Pick
Joni Wine Glasses. With the festive season being a time for gathering around the table, these are my go to gift. They are beautifully multipurpose - perfect for drinks, desserts, dips, or nuts — and they add a playful, sculptural layer to any tablescape.
mcmullinandco.com
@mcmullinandco
Local Love
I’m obsessed with the Tanchen stools by designers Sanchia Tan and Amber Chen. They are based between Singapore and Shanghai. Their work is incredibly considered, taking a process-driven approach with a strong focus on new materials, tactility, and thoughtful craftsmanship.
tanchenstudio.com
@tanchenstudio
China Heights.
Our Pick
Lucy O’Doherty, ‘Hazy Loch’ - original artwork. A lasting and meaningful gift of beauty.
Chinaheights.com
@chinaheights
Local Love
'Good Boy T' by my favourite Sydney designer Alix Higgins. Because everyone needs a good boy in their lives!
Alixhiggins.com
@alixhiggins
Lost and Found Department.
Our Pick
Our collection of Florentine trays from Italy are show stoppers - a perfect gift.
thelostandfounddepartment.com.au
@thelostandfounddept
Local Love
Nonie's Panpepato - it's the perfect Christmas treat for our gluten free lovelies.
noniesfood.com.au
@noniesfood
Alexandra and Hylton Mowday.
Alex's Pick
The best gift you could give me are experiences. I would love to open my Christmas card and receive a two tickets to the Madama Butterfly at the Opera House, opening January 3rd, 2026.
Hylton's Pick
It's the summer holidays, and that means it's time to mess arond with new sounds and grooves! I love this synthesiser from Behringer.
