Christmas Gift Ideas 2026 in Brussels: The Guide

Finding the perfect gift is often about finding the item the person wouldn't have thought of themselves, but will use every day. At Appart17, we have three shops side-by-side on Rue des Grands Carmes, just a stone's throw from the Manneken-Pis — number 17 for women, number 15 for men, and number 11 for children — each offering a mix of clothing and objects. This guide brings together our 2026 Christmas ideas by recipient and budget. All items listed are in stock at the time of writing; we will update this guide until the holidays.

1. Small gifts under €30

For colleagues, Secret Santa, or stocking stuffers, here are our best-sellers:

PCSEBBY glitter socks by Pieces (€4.99) — our best-selling socks in-store, all seasons combined.
Message and glitter socks by Félicie Aussi (€16 to €20) and their famous "boîte à merde" (shit box) (€12.50), to store whatever you like... and guaranteed to get a laugh.
Dachshund ceramic salt and pepper shaker by Fluid Market × Thomas Gravereau (€24.95), our best-selling decor item.
A themed Grillé crossword puzzle book (€14.90), for fans of word games.
A Paddywax scented candle in its little metal tin, in the gingerbread version for the season (€14.90).
William socks by Les Deux, in organic cotton, in a two-pair pack (€20).

See the full selection: gifts under €30 and under €50.

2. Christmas gifts for her

FUDOON reversible puffer hood (€89): hat and scarf in one, double-sided, available in eight colors.
PCJINE recycled cashmere beanie by Pieces (€39.99), soft and fitted.
PCREGINA long scarf by Pieces (€70), in shimmering silver-flecked knit, perfect for holiday parties.
Olivia belt bag by Hindbag (€39), in cotton, available in twelve colors, to be worn crossbody.
A timeless fashion piece: a sweater, shirt, or skirt from our women's brands — VILA, JDY, Selected Femme, Laure plus Max, Grace & Mila. If you are unsure about the size, a gift card works perfectly (see below).

All our ideas: gifts for her.

3. Christmas gifts for him

MASON beanie by Selected Homme (€34.99), in merino wool, in ten colors: the can't-go-wrong gift.
CALLE sweater by Selected Homme (€150), 70% wool and 30% cashmere, in five colors — the piece you keep for years.
Heavy Fleece T2 gloves by Rains (€44.90), lined with thick fleece, for bike commutes.
SLHTOPE wool scarf by Selected Homme (€59.99), solid color, in three shades.
Mercer Amsterdam sneakers: the most ordered brand on our site. See the Mercer selection.

All our ideas: gifts for him, and our guide on how to choose the right material for your beanie or scarf.

4. Gifts for the home

Disco mushroom vase by L'Expressionist (€34.95), covered in mirror facets: it reflects light throughout the room.
Christmas tree candle by Paddywax (€24.90), in red mercury glass, Winter Berry scent, comes with a gift tag.
Large A Dopo candle by Paddywax (€69), in hand-painted ceramic that becomes a planter once the wax is gone.
Charger lamp by Casyx (€79), a lamp that also charges your phone, available in five colors.

Full selection: decorative objects and candles and diffusers.

5. The gift card, when in doubt

The Appart 17 gift card is available in €10, €25, €50, €100, and €150. It is sent by email a few minutes after the order: no delivery fees, and it is the safest solution for a last-minute gift. It can be used on appart17.be as well as in our boutiques.

6. Ordering in time for Christmas

Delivery: free from €75 to Belgium, France and the EU, in 2 to 5 working days after dispatch in Belgium (3 to 5 in France, 3 to 6 elsewhere in the EU), via a Mondial Relay pick-up point or home delivery with DPD. To receive before December 24th, we recommend ordering by mid-December.
Click & Collect: order online and pick up your order for free in-store, ready within 1 hour (at no. 17, or no. 11 for kids).
In-store: Rue des Grands Carmes 17, 15, and 11, 1000 Brussels, open 7 days a week from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Exchanges and returns: within 14 days — returns are at your expense, or can be dropped off for free at one of our boutiques.

Would you prefer personal advice? Email us at contact@appart17.be or call +32 2 503 13 95: tell us who you are looking for and your budget, and we will get back to you with some ideas.