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Christmas Gift Ideas 2025: Ethical, Conscious, or Made in Belgium

Updated: 3 hours ago



As the holiday season approaches, choosing meaningful gifts is essential. If you are looking for Christmas gift ideas for 2025 – whether they are ethical, conscious, made in Belgium, or vegan – you are in the right place.


The brands presented here share a common approach: rigorous design, transparent production, factual commitment. From fashion to cosmetics, culture, and gourmet food, discover how to give with elegance.



Fashion & Accessories: Dressing with Conscience


Sac vegan Lubay, modèle Scaldis M en Leap® couleur Violet Almost Blue, tenu par une femme habillée en noir
© Lubay "Scaldis M"


Lubay – Vegan Bag Brand Made in Belgium

Lubay is a Belgian bag brand where design and commitment move forward together. Our vegan bags, entirely designed and manufactured in our studio-workshop in Belgium, combine contemporary design lines with next-gen vegan materials such as Grape Skin® (made from grapes) and LEAP® (made from apples). Each piece is designed with rigour, without mass production or excess.


The Benefits :

  • Next-gen vegan materials made in the EU

  • 100% made in Belgium

  • Timeless contemporary design

  • GOTS & Oeko-Tex cotton lining


Our recommendations for Christmas:

  • The Scaldis Medium in LEAP® Cognac or Violet Almost Blue (€ 299): elegant and versatile

  • The Ieper 25 in LEAP® Cognac, Black, or Violet Almost Blue (€ 299): clean lines, ideal for daily use

  • The classic wallet (€ 89): accessible and practical gift

  • The Gift Card: you choose the amount

Discover the collection: lubay.be



Femme portant une tunique et un pantalon de Valérie Berckmans,  vue sur l'escalier d'un phare blanc
© Valérie Berckmans, photo by Lies Engelen


Valérie Berckmans – Upcycling and Minimalism

Valérie Berckmans makes each piece from fabric scraps or recovered old clothing. Her graphic and minimalist collection is produced in limited edition using organic fabrics and other ecological materials.


The Benefits :

  • Upcycling and textile recovery

  • Graphic and minimalist collection

  • Limited edition

  • Brussels workshop

Where to find : valerieberckmans.be



Lucid – Ethical Unisex Fashion

Lucid offers unisex, ethical, and conscious fashion. Their minimalist and timeless pieces are made from solid and recycled materials. Each garment is designed in a Brussels workshop, then manufactured in Hainaut in an adapted work company.


The Benefits :

  • Production in small batches (slow fashion)

  • Design Brussels + manufacture Hainaut

  • Recycled materials

  • Unisex and timeless clothing

Where to find : lucid



Natacha Cadonici – Avant-Garde Fashion

Natacha Cadonici, originally from Brussels, offers hyper-creative, colourful, and punchy fashion, entirely made in Belgium. Her designs are distinguished by asymmetrical necklines and emblematic graphic elements. Each piece is manufactured in Brussels from Oeko-Tex certified or recycled fabrics.


The Benefits :

  • Brussels manufacturing

  • Oeko-Tex certified or recycled fabrics

  • Timeless and modular cuts

  • Boutique at 62 rue du Marché au Charbon, Brussels

Where to find : natachacadonici.com



AMA – Circular Fashion

The AMA workshop creates clothing from scraps of the fashion industry, manufactured in social workshops. Their first design, EOS, is a circular garment made from existing workwear sweaters that would otherwise have been discarded. A made-to-order collection that only produces what is necessary.


The Benefits :

  • Circular and zero-waste fashion

  • Production on order only

  • Social workshops

  • Minimalist and conscious design

Where to find : studioama.be



Beauty & Cosmetics: Natural Care


Produits de maquillage naturels et vegan de la marque belge i.am.klean, sur fond beige lumineux
© i.am.klean


i.am.klean – Natural and Eco-Luxe Make-up

i.am.klean allows you to combine beauty and conscience with a range of natural, effective, and luxurious make-up. Founded by Caroline Rigo, the brand is committed to healthy beauty, combining mineral and vegan ingredients with eco-designed packaging. Their philosophy is summarised in five commitments, including the emphasis on hybrid products and refillable systems for easy sustainability.


The Benefits :

  • Make-up 100% mineral and vegan

  • Focused on easy sustainability

  • Innovative refillable system

  • Formulations without parabens or toxic particles

Where to find : iamklean.be



Boddi – Natural and Vegan Skincare

Boddi's story, which began in Bruges with soaps, has grown into a comprehensive skincare range, focused on the healing virtues of natural ingredients. Catherine and Frederique emphasize vegan, cruelty-free products, and personalized advice. Their offering covers both the pleasure of bathing and the care of skin problems, while remaining true to the importance of me-time.


The Benefits :

  • Complete range of natural and vegan skincare products

  • Cruelty-free formulations (not tested on animals)

  • Care focused on wellness and me-time

  • Strong belief in the power of natural ingredients

Where to find : boddi.be



Bobone – Fresh Cosmetics

The Bobone brand remains a true favourite. Their 100% natural cosmetic products are handmade in the Belgian Ardennes according to traditional recipes. Their shampoo is gentle, moisturising, and smells divine. We recommend their discovery box which contains a shower gel, a shampoo, and a conditioner: a lovely gift to slip under the tree.


The Benefits :

  • 100% natural products, paraben- and GMO-free

  • Handmade in Libin

  • Reusable glass containers

  • No animal testing

Where to find : bobone.be



MakeSenz – Elegance and Authenticity

MakeSenz embodies healthy and responsible beauty with discreet sophistication. Their products combine effectiveness and softness, with textures and scents that awaken the senses. Among our favourites: their shampoo, toothpaste, make-up remover, and facial cleanser. Founded in 2011 by Sophie Trenteseaux, the brand offers certified vegan and organic products, composed of at least 98% natural ingredients, manufactured locally in Belgium.


The Benefits :

  • Certified vegan and organic

  • 98% naturally derived ingredients

  • Belgian manufacturing

  • Minimalist philosophy: "Less is more"

Where to find : makesenz.be



Indigène – Handcrafted and Natural Soaps

Francesco, a pharmacist, and Eva, a toxicology graduate, created Indigène to offer natural cosmetics of quality. Their range of soaps is made from organic vegetable oils and cold-saponified. You will find two collections: one scented with essential oils (lavender, rosemary, cinnamon) and the other without essential oil, ideal for sensitive skin and pregnant women.


The Benefits :

  • Slow Cosmétique Label

  • Cold saponification

  • Organic vegetable oils (olive, rapeseed, coconut, shea)

  • Suitable for sensitive skin

Where to find : indigene.be



Lîdjeu! – The Liège Soap Factory

his Liège soap factory offers 100% natural, homemade, and cold-saponified soaps. Their designs are very specific: the "Handyman's" soap based on coffee grounds that scrubs and moisturises, or the "Hiker's" soap with lemon and Atlas cedar, perfect for everything from dishes to showering.


The Benefits :

  • 100% natural and handcrafted

  • Local ingredients when possible

  • Original multi-functional soaps

  • Made in Liège

Where to find : lidjeu.be



Gourmet Treats: Indulge Without Compromise


Dans un décor de Noël, 3 gâteaux vegan en forme de sapin de la pâtisserie vegan Bruxelloise Succulente
© Succulente


Neuhaus – The Innovation of a Belgian Institution 

Discover the Vegan Collection by Neuhaus, where innovation meets Belgian chocolate tradition. Their Master Chocolatiers have created innovative plant-based pralines (velvety ganache or smooth caramel), all presented in an eco-conscious gift box. Proudly made in Belgium, these chocolates are composed of honest and natural ingredients, by the inventor of the Belgian praline.


The Benefits :

  • Belgian tradition

  • Innovative plant-based pralines

  • Eco-conscious gift box

  • Made in Belgium

Where to find : neuhauschocolates.com (env. 28 € le coffret 120g)



Valentino – The Specialist in Vegan Ballotin

Valentino, based in Schepdaal (Brussels), is committed to making the pleasures of chocolate accessible to everyone. Their Vegan Ballotin (dairy-free) offers a beautiful assortment of handcrafted Belgian chocolates, with a mix of flavours like hazelnut filling. All dairy-free chocolates are manufactured in their Schepdaal workshop and are of the same quality as their "traditional" range.


The Benefits :

  • Specialisation in "Dairy-Free" and Vegan

  • Generous ballotins (340g) at an affordable price

  • Handcrafted manufacturing in Schepdaal

  • Wide variety of flavours

Where to find : valentinobelgium.com (approx. € 15.75 for the 340g Ballotin)



Succulente – 100% Vegan Pastry


Dans un décor de Noël,  une bûche de Noël vegan au chocolat de la pâtisserie vegan Bruxelloise Succulente
© Yourstory Agency - Succulente


Brussels' first 100% vegan pastry shop continues to delight customers since 2018. Why not slip a selection of biscuits or travel cakes under the tree? Succulente's designs are as beautiful as they are delicious.


The Benefits :

  • 100% vegan

  • Complete range: viennoiseries, pastries, Christmas logs

  • Handcrafted quality

Where to find : succulente.be



Bastille - 100% Vegan Pastry

An essential address in the gastronomic landscape of the Principality, Bastille, formerly named La Pâtisserie Vegan, continues to grow. People go there for tartlets, revisited viennoiseries, and ice creams in summer.


The Benefits :

  • 100% vegan

  • Complete range: viennoiseries, pastries, Christmas logs

  • Handcrafted quality

Where to find : Sainte-Walburge 107 4000 Liège



Organic Matcha Ceremony (Eat in Japan)

For lovers of Japanese tea and matcha, discover premium and ceremony organic matcha teas, available at Eat in Japan. The Organic Ceremony matcha is a ceremonial matcha of superior quality, perfect for a soothing daily ritual or for cooking. But you can also opt for an assortment of organic and premium Japanese ingredients, which are sure to please.


The Benefits :

  • Organic ceremonial quality matcha

  • Ideal for wellness rituals

  • Sophisticated small gift: Organic Matcha Ceremony€ 17.47 and Organic Matcha Premium € 12.79.

Where to find : eatinjapan.be



Culture & Expériences : Gifting Memories


Het Depot (Leuven) – Musical Gift Voucher

Offer an unforgettable musical moment with the gift voucher from Het Depot, the music temple in Leuven. With over 180 concerts a year, ranging from emerging artists to big names in the Flemish and international scene, Het Depot is a hub in the Flemish music sector. The gift voucher is valid for one year and allows you to choose your moment of pleasure with complete flexibility.


The Benefits :

  • Major musical institution in Flanders

  • Varied programming (over 180 concerts/year)

  • Support for the Flemish music scene (talent springboard)

  • Flexible gift voucher, available online

Where to find : hetdepot.be (Available from € 5)



Le Varia – Theatre Gift Voucher

Offer a unique cultural experience with a gift voucher from Le Varia, a committed Brussels theatre. For an amount of your choice, let your loved ones discover Le Varia.


The Benefits :

  • Free amount

  • Support for local culture

  • Varied and quality programming

  • Valid 7 months

Where to find : varia.be (ask at the box office)



Le Botanique – Gift Voucher


Extérieur de la salle de concert Le Botanique, Bruxelles
Botanique by © Bert Savels


Former Botanical Garden transformed into a cultural centre, Le Botanique supports visual artists and musicians of the Wallonia-Brussels Federation. With around 400 concerts a year and its Les Nuits Botanique festival in May, it is a unique place of conviviality in the heart of Brussels.


The Benefits :

  • Emblematic Brussels cultural centre

  • Music and visual arts programming

  • Affordable prices

  • Exceptional architecture

Where to find : botanique.be



Cinéma Plaza Mons – Annual Subscription

The Plaza screens quality auteur cinema, without borders. Their annual subscription at € 39 makes the Plaza a place of discovery, education, and exchange for Mons film lovers. A perfect gift for Mons cinephiles.


The Benefits :

  • Only € 39 for the year

  • Demanding and varied programming

  • Partnerships with local cultural players

  • Support for auteur cinema

Where to find : plaza-mons.be



SSport & Wellness: Taking Care of Yourself


Thermae Grimbergen – Gift Voucher


Sauna African Lodge des Thermae Grimbergen
©Thermae Grimbergen


Offer a day of absolute relaxation in this oasis of tranquillity near Brussels. Thermae Grimbergen is an exceptional spa centre, offering thermal facilities in two distinct parts: Aquarius (naturists) and Sabai (in swimwear). Their gift voucher is an excellent Christmas solution: you choose the value, and the person can freely allocate it for a day access, a massage, or a facial treatment. A reliable choice for a memorable and wellness-aligned gift.


The Benefits :

  • Exceptional spa with a green domain

  • Choice of zones (swimwear or nudity)

  • Wellness hotel for a complete experience

  • Customizable gift voucher and valid for 12 months

Where to find : thermae.com (Choose the value)


Cross-training / Hyrox Course

Offer an Hyrox course, this ultra-complete discipline that combines cardio and functional exercises with intensity. The first HYROX Training Club has opened in the Aspria clubs in Brussels, with all the necessary equipment and certified coaches.


Where to go :

  • Aspria Brussels Royal La Rasante, Rue Sombre 56, 1200 Woluwe-Saint-Lambert

  • Aspria Arts-Loi, Rue de l'Industrie 26, 1000 Brussels



Pilates Session – Vela Studio

Vela Studio has just opened on the border between Ixelles and Saint-Gilles. They offer several types of Pilates: on Reformer, on mat, courses focused on alignment or "flow" sessions, always in small groups.


The Benefits :

  • Recent and modern studio

  • Small groups

  • Variety of courses

  • Qualified coaches


Where to go : Rue de l'Amazone 35, 1060 Saint-Gilles

Price : Pilates Reformer from € 30, Mat Pilates from € 25


Perfumes: Vegan and Creative Scents

Unisex and Vegan Perfumes


Flacon du parfum vegan it's a matcha de la marque Versatile Paris
©Versatile Paris


Two new arrivals at Versatile Paris, a French brand of vegan and alcohol-free perfumes: "IT'S A MATCH-A" – Extrait roll-on 15ml (€ 59): Milky and green Matcha, with blueberry, vanilla, and pistachio. A surprising and ultra-gourmand accord that blends vegetal freshness with creamy smoothness. "OH MY CHAÏ" – Extrait roll-on 15ml (€ 59); Spiced Chai latte, cinnamon, cardamom, and wood smoke notes. The Christmas spirit reinvented in a full-bodied but tender scent.


The Benefits :

  • 100% vegan and made in France

  • Alcohol-free, roll-on application,

  • Original and unisex perfumes

  • Concentrated at 30%

Where to find : versatileparis.com




Decor & Home: Creating an Atmosphere


h.O&M.e Éditions – Poetic Photographs

Two talented photographers print their photographs on demand in Namur. Images where the poetry of everyday life is fully expressed, where beauty is captured in the moment.


The Benefits :

  • Print on demand in Namur

  • Unique designs

  • Seasonal collections

  • Artistic quality

Where to find : home-editions



L'Affiche Belge – Retro Illustrations

A true favourite for these unique posters with a retro aesthetic. Each poster honours a Belgian city through its culture, heritage, and history. The visuals are also available as postcards, calendars, and puzzles.


The Benefits :

  • Unique and captivating designs

  • Designed and printed in Belgium

  • Several formats available

  • Celebration of Belgian heritage

Where to find : laffichebelge.be



Our Tips for a Successful Ethical Christmas

Why choose gifts made in Belgium?

  • Support the local economy: Every purchase helps a small Belgian company grow

  • Reduce the carbon footprint: Less transport = less environmental impact

  • Guarantee transparency: Local brands are often more transparent about their methods

  • Prioritise quality: Local productions focus on durability rather than disposable


How to check if a gift is truly ethical?

  • Check that production is local (not just "designed in Belgium" or "designed in France")

  • Look for certifications: Oeko-Tex, GOTS, Slow Cosmétique, vegan

  • Favour brands that are transparent about their materials and methods

  • Prefer small structures over large retailers


Budget per Category

  • € 15-30: Cosmetics, candles, soaps

  • € 30-60: Discovery boxes, small accessories, roll-on perfumes

  • € 60-150: Clothing, small bags, cultural subscriptions

  • € 299-350: Bags in next-gen vegan materials, coats, design pieces



Give meaning, support Made in Belgium

This year, opt for gifts that reflect your values. By choosing these committed Belgian brands, you support passionate artisans, designers, and entrepreneurs, while contributing to more responsible consumption.



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A Gift Aligned with Your Values

The choice of a gift expresses an approach. At Lubay, this approach is reflected in next-gen vegan materials sourced in the European Union. Our vegan bags are manufactured in Belgium, with the conviction that an accessory should be beautiful, functional, and transparent.


Complete your approach with our vegan bags made in Belgium and our accessories.


Sac vegan Lubay, modèle Mariemont en Grape Skin couleur vin, porté en rue par une femme vêtue d'une veste blanche et d'un jeans
© Lubay "Mariemont"

 
 
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