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Here at Damsel Store, we pride ourselves on supporting small and supporting local. A large majority of our products are made right here in Australia, many of them coming from solo creatives working out of tiny studios.

Is it just us, or can dads be one of the hardest people on your Christmas list to shop for? Well, never fear, Damsel Store is here! Here are our picks for every sort of dad. 

For the dad who likes to be clean shaven

A real treat and something that's slightly more indulgent than what dad is going to grab from the supermarket shelves is the Olieve & Olie Shaving Gel. 

Hand crafted with Australian grown ingredients, this shave gel also doubles as a face cleanser. Soft and mild, for even the most sensitive skin types and perfectly fragranced with natural essential oils.

It's like a spa day for dad, every day of the year!

OLIEVE & OLIE - SHAVE GEL - $16.00 (ON SALE!)

For the dad who likes some spice

Got a dad who's constantly reaching for the chilli flakes or hot sauce? Get him something that tastes great and looks good on the kitchen shelf – The Hot Chilli Oil.

Made, bottled, labelled and packed by hand in Fitzroy, VIC.

Aromatic and a little bit spicy. Like a hot water bottle for your mouth.

THE HOT CHILLI OIL - $15.00

For the dad who likes his whiskey

Give dad the feeling of being a hot-shot bartender by kitting him up with a bottle of No.4's Sours Cocktail Mix. With a few back-and-forths of the shaker, dad will have a quality cocktail at his fingertips. 

Pair it with a glass tumbler and a cocktail shaker for a thoughtful (and practical!) gift. 

NO.4 COCKTAIL MIX - SOURS - $35.00

For the dad whose fridge is full of condiments

We all know that dad who has a fridge full of jars and bottles in the fridge they pull out with dinner. Introduce some new flavours into rotation with The Regimental Condiment Company's gift packs. Choose from chutneys or mustards – either way dad's going to have a delicious new way to top his toast. 

THE REGIMENTAL CONDIMENT COMPANY RATION 3 PACK | $19.95 (ON SALE)

For the dad with a green thumb

Want to help dad work some magic on his potted plants? Even the greenest thumb will fall in love with the Munash Organics Love Your Plants gift box.

This trio of terrific products will make dad's beloved garden flourish (and you'll gain the favourite child award in return, no doubt). 

MUNASH ORGANICS - LOVE YOUR PLANTS GIFT BOX SET - $50.00

For the brand new dad

Pop something under the tree for dad from the newest addition to the family. 

There's Only One Dad Like You is a celebration of the merry magic of dads, now in board book format (so it'll survive curious little hands). 

THERE'S ONLY ONE DAD LIKE YOU | $16.00

For the dad who loves to bake

Got a dad who really got into the whole sourdough craze? Help him keep his bread babies nicely cared for with a reusable bread bag. Made in Richmond, Melbourne, these cotton drawstring bags allows your bread to breathe, making these bags not only great for carrying, but also storing your favourite loaf.

THE UTILITY CO - REUSABLE BREAD BAG | $15.00 (ON SALE)

For the dad who's sports obsessed

Got a dad glued to every game on the box? World of Sports is a guide to one of the world’s great obsessions, covering the teams, the games, the venues, the histories and the personalities that stand out in sports.

Matches that freeze economies. Races that stop nations. Rivalries that stretch back through centuries.

Just prepare yourself – you'll get many a dad-fact after he's had a read of this.

WORLD OF SPORTS BOOK | $10.00

Let's level up your gifting skills

We’ve helped so many people choose pressies over the last year and a bit that along the way we’ve picked up a few tips on how to do it best.

Here are our top tips on how to level up your gifting game.

TIP #1. KEEP ON THE LOOKOUT FOR CLUES

Ever go shopping with a friend and they pick up something and say how much they like it before putting it back? Make sure you remember it by adding it as a note to their contact listing in your phone. When birthday time comes around, you should have a list of ready-to-go gifts to choose from that you know they'll love.

TIP #2. SET REMINDERS SO YOU NEVER FORGET

The best gift givers are organised gift givers. Make sure all your loved one's birthdays are in your calendar (paper or digital). Set a reminder or alert to a few days before each person's birthday so you're never rushing around for a last minute gift. Interstate or overseas friends? Set your reminder to a week before to allow for extra time needed for postage. Pressed for time? Build a gift box online with us and press send – we'll handle the rest!

TIP #3. WHEN ALL ELSE FAILS, GO FOR THE TREATS

For the person that seems to have everything, it's best to go a bit luxurious and get them a treat they're unlikely to buy themselves. That could be some handmade local chocolate, small-batch bath salts, a delicious hand cream or some fancy tea. Still can't decide? A gift voucher to a store you think they'll love lets them choose!

TIP #4. SUPPORT SMALL, SUPPORT LOCAL

There's something extra special about gifts that are made with love. If you're not very crafty, you can still show your thoughtful side by choosing gifts made by local makers + creators. This not only means your gift receiver will be getting something quite unique, but the shop and brand you buy from will do a little happy dance and get to keep their creative juices flowing.

TIP #5. DON'T FORGET THE CARD

Sometimes, heartfelt words can be the best gift of all. Birthdays and special occasions are a perfect time to share how we really feel about our loved ones and make them feel extra special. Choose a greeting card made and printed by small local brands and it can become a gift in itself!

Can't find the words? Keep an eye out for our card-writing guide!

Damsel Store is your home of good gifting. Supporting small and local Australian brands, many products on the shelves are from teeny makers and creators. Put together your very own gift box filled with unique Australian designed products in three easy steps to send in Melbourne or Australia-wide. 

It's here! Our very first Darling by Damsel autumn/winter collection has arrived!

We are so excited about this range – it's just a dream come true to have our very own kidswear brand, let alone onwards and upwards with our second range already.

HOW DID DARLING BY DAMSEL COME TO BE?

As mums ourselves, we've always been searching for kidswear that is both beautiful and practical, that washes well and allows movement for play, that goes beyond the traditional blue and pink.

Both our S/S 21 and A/W 22 ranges feature natural, earthy hues like terracotta, stone, cloud and slate.

WHAT'S THE DARLING BY DAMSEL DIFFERENCE? 

A focus on high quality fabrics and hardy 100% cottons means our little ones can be dressed to perfection while being able to get messy. Our timeless designs and quality craftsmanship means these pieces will be stored and kept for years to come, even when the little ones have gotten bigger.

We've brought our vision to life and hope you love it as much as we do.

Explore the full range here, where you can order direct to your door.

Wholesale is available and you can contact us at wholesale@damselstore.com.au

Happy shopping xx

As the closest boutique gift store to the hospital precinct, we offer same day gift delivery to the Royal Melbourne, Royal Women's and Royal Children's hospitals.

Make your order online before 11am for same day delivery. Simply choose the items you would like, add a card and for a small fee we will also gift wrap.