Christmas time is fast approaching, but never fear. Here at OutinPerth we have covered you with a swindle of gifts suitable for any age, taste or orientation. Without further ado, here are some presents so rad you’ll want to keep yourself.
1. I Heart Guts Plush Heart
This Christmas you can literally give someone your heart with this adorably gory little dude. Then the next day they can give it to someone else, and in a year’s time you can sing Wham!’s ‘Last Christmas’ like you really mean it.
$36 from Ruck Rover General Store, 242 William Street, Northbridge. www.ruckrover.com.au
2. Sunny Life Icy Pole Moulds
This delightful twist on the popsicle allows you to make Calippo-style treats in the comfort of your own home. Perfect for anyone with a sweet tooth and a sense of culinary adventure. You can fill them with fruit juice, yoghurt or whatever the heck you want.
$26 from Ware, Shop 3 in the Astor Arcade, 665 Beaufort Street Mount Lawley.www.waremtlawley.com.au
3. Sunny Life Retro Sounds MP3 Compatible AM/FM Radio
This vintage-style radio is more modern then it looks. It’s the perfect companion for the outdoors-loving music aficionado in your life. Not only has it got good looks, but it’s also compatible with smart phones, tablets and MP3-playing devices, making it sure to brighten up any pool party, picnic or trip to the beach.
$40 from Ware, Shop 3 in the Astor Arcade, 665 Beaufort Street Mount Lawley.www.waremtlawley.com.au
4. Bow Ties from Gentleman and Scholar Apparel
Bow ties make great gifts because they look adorable at every point on the gender spectrum! These nifty little numbers from Gentleman and Scholar Apparel are especially dandy because they’re handmade right here in WA and dapper to boot. Shown here is the delicious diamond point ‘Donnie’, ripe with patterned pizzazz, and the sophisticated ‘Harry’ in teal cotton velvet.
‘Donnie’, $49, and ‘Harry’, $55 are both available from www.gentlemanandscholar.com.au
5. Shara Porter T-Rex Small Wallet
Got a friend who always loses their cash? This tyrannosaurus rex can protect their cash and cards with its fierce jaws and even fiercer aqua-coloured genuine leather. With a coin compartment and plenty of places to put your cards, it’s both practical and cretaceous!
$57 from Ruck Rover General Store, 242 William Street, Northbridge. www.ruckrover.com.au
6. Lagoon Kazoo Orchestra
This colourful set contains four of the finest musical instrument known to man: the kazoo. In cheerful bright colours, you can gift these to your favourite solo muso or distribute amongst friends to set up your very own kazoo quartet. These also make pretty sweet stocking fillers.
$15 from Ware, Shop 3 in the Astor Arcade, 665 Beaufort Street Mount Lawley.www.waremtlawley.com.au
7. Davy’s Bulb Pendant
This neat neckpiece glows the colours of the rainbow when its button is pressed, making it not only fashionable but also subtly Pride-friendly. With a long silver-plated chain, this pendant from the stylish folks at One Luv is an excellent addition to any overflowing jewelry drawer.
$55 from Method Clothing, 557 Beaufort Street Mount Lawley. www.methodclothing.com.au
8. Lincoln’s Harmonica Pendant
Another statement neck piece from One Luv, this piece allows the wearer to take the blues with them wherever they go. This pendant is a functional harmonica with four holes, so for the musician who has it all, or the stylish honky-tonk fan in your life, this is sure to be a winner.
$55 from Method Clothing, 557 Beaufort Street Mount Lawley. www.methodclothing.com.au
Sophie Joske
