Gifts of Style: Wild Republic

Are you on the hunt for eco-friendly Christmas gifts this year? Look no further! For those of you yet to discover this gem of a store, Wild Republic is an online (and soon to be retail) store embracing the love of nature by selling handcrafted, eco-friendly homeware & gifts.

All products are made from natural, recycled or upcycled materials and 95% are locally made by craftsmen and small businesses that need your support. The store will be opening its first shop in 2^nd Avenue, Harfield Village during the course of December 2023. Conveniently located next to some fabulous coffee shops and restaurants, this store is definitely worth a leisurely browse for unique, handmade gifts and stunning décor.

If your budget is tight this year (thanks repo rate!), then why not gift a lotion bar in toasted coconut flavour (R139) to somebody special this festive season. Simply warm the bar between your hands and allow the lotion to melt into your dry summer skin. Made from all natural ingredients including coconut oil, sweet almond oil and shea butter, this amazing product will leave your skin smooth and well hydrated. Pair this with a Larasbar from MaMère Confections (R75) – vanilla malt nougat smothered in salted butter caramel, filled with roasted almonds and coated in luxurious white chocolate (halaal certified). Let the weight gain commence!

Adults and kids alike will swoon over this summer beach kit – 100% organic cotton turkish towel & insulated cup for just R549 (you can choose from a variety of styles). The ultimate bundle deal means that you receive the insulated cup absolutely free (worth R360)! Keep your drinks cooler for longer while lazing on the beach this summer.

A great gift for the culinary gent in your life is the Kumasi kitchen apron (R350) with a tie waist and convenient front pock to store kitchen tools while cooking up a festive feast. If your budget stretches, you can pair this with a wooden salad bowl (R850) hand carved from Jacaranda wood that is large enough to house a salad to feed everyone at your Christmas table!