Stuck for stocking filler ideas? There are two categories of people when it comes to Christmas shopping: those who have their stockings filled by the 1st of December and those who are rushing to fill their stockings on Christmas Eve. I'm usually in the second camp, but I'm planning ahead this year and have found all the best stocking filler ideas for him and her and the little ones, too. Because there's no better way to kickstart the Christmas Day festivities than with a fun filled stocking.
Small packages can sometimes be the most important, but finding stocking filler ideas they will actually use and not end up collecting dust can be tricky. So, I've spent hours scrolling to find the best stocking filler ideas for all the family to start their day right.
Whether you're looking for practical or fun stocking filler ideas, there's something for everyone. From small tech gadgets to cosy winter accessories, here's how to fill your stocking with Christmas joy. Still need to get the Christmas gifts sorted for the big unwrapping before starting on the stocking fillers? Don't miss our guides to the only Christmas gifts for her you need to know about. The best Christmas gifts for him (that we secretly want too). Plus, fail-safe wellness gifts and luxury beauty gifts for something more thoughtful. But first things first, the most important thing on Christmas morning: stocking filler ideas.
Stocking filler ideas for all the family
Stocking fillers ideas for her
Press on nails are one of the best stocking filler ideas for manicure lovers. This sophisticated deep red design is perfect for an easy Christmas Day mani look. Add a few more designs to see them into the new year to really fill that stocking up.
Inside this festive cracker is Sam McKnight's Cool Girl Barely-There Texturising Mist in a convenient travel size. This is the key to instant volume and texture, perfect for NYE party hair.
A super sweet stocking filler idea under £20? Yes, please. The super soft padded eye mask is made from 100% organic cotton and comes with a matching bag to keep it in.
This gorgeous mini hair oil is ideal for reviving dry winter locks, and it's the perfect size to keep in your makeup bag or take travelling.
CLO is a unique card game that contains 52 different thought-provoking questions, ideal for starting new conversations with friends or loved ones. They are designed and made in London featuring 52 amazing photographers from all over the world, so they look beautiful too. This is a truly unique stocking filler idea.
Phone charms are all the rage at the moment and Casetify has so many practical yet stylish options on offer. This particular design has a Christmassy feel that will jazz up any phone case.
These 18k gold-plated, recycled sterling silver shell studs are a dream gift. They're small enough to stuff into a stocking but also special enough to be one of their main gifts if you prefer.
"Forget what you heard about socks being a dud Christmas gift. This cosy ribbed knit pair comes in sugar plum pink and and are crafted from 100% Mongolian Cashmere," says our News and Features Editor Mischa Smith.
This is easily one of my favourite cleansers on the market. It effortlessly removes makeup whilst adding a glow to the skin, and it comes in a stocking-friendly little bottle. For £8, what's not to love?
Gin lovers will be delighted to find this in their stocking. It doesn't get much more stylish than Malfy gin bottles, and these come at a brilliant price point.
This is a universally appealing fragrance that I guarantee everyone will love. It really smells like you just stepped out of the shower, and it comes in this handy rollerball packaging that is ideal for refreshing on the go.
The ideal stocking filler for anyone with a sweet tooth, these biscuits look as good as they taste. Choose from three different box colours to suit their style.
This clip is not only endlessly useful but beautifully stylish too - and it comes at a brilliant price point for a stocking stuffer.
This gorgeous little bauble set contains the Milk Hand Cream for hydrated hands and Sugar Advanced Therapy Treatment for soft lips - just what winter skin needs.
"I mean, who *doesn't* want to look like an adorable Victorian child?" asks Mischa
"This set of briefs is made from super soft organic cotton and embroidered with playful phrases - it's a perfect stocking filler because I'd rarely spend this kind of money myself," says Mischa.
This handy little bottle is filled with a signature blend of 15 essential oils to support relaxation for restful sleep. Both thoughtful and unique, it is a stocking filler they will absolutely use.
Joonbyrd's minis are ideal for anyone's stocking. This sumptuously rich body butter is scented with vanilla, white lily and cardamom for a gorgeous wintery, pampering feel.
"It's become somewhat of a Christmas tradition to buy a new hairbow each year - I've had super-sized silk ones, red velvet bows, a tartan one...the list goes on. This year, I'm hoping someone drops a bejewelled bow in my Christmas stocking," says Mischa.
If you really want to spoil them, there's no luxury stocking filler quite like a Prada lip balm. Made with Bifidus Extract and Jojoba Oil, it delivers on hydration and is bound to produce unmatched excitement.
This is the ultimate stocking filler for skincare lovers. Medik8 products are very highly rated amongst beauty editors so this is a failsafe purchase that will slot right into their stocking.
Stocking filler ideas for him
These Loop ear plugs provide certified hearing protection, keeping your ears safe from damaging noise at concerts and festivals. A thoughtful gift for gig lovers.
This is a truly universal stocking stuffer but it makes a nice change from the usual wallets and socks you might go for. Useful and stylish, you can be sure it will be well used by the recipient next year.
This Christmas razor set is endlessly useful and much more luxury than your basic own-brand options. It comes with the razor itself (which boasts an ergonomic, no-slip grip and weighted core for optimal control), three sharp razor heads, foaming gel, and a travel cover. I can't believe it's only £20.
Our Junior Shopping Editor, Valeza, is adding this to her boyfriend's stocking filler this year, which is perfect for food lovers.
A fail-safe stocking filler idea for men is always boxers and almost always Calvin Klein; you just can't go wrong.
These chocolate coconut protein bars will go down a treat for a fitness-focused twist on the traditional sugary stocking fillers. They're also (in my opinion) the tastiest protein bars on the market.
Another one going at the top of our Junior Shopping Editor's stocking filler list is this super handy Bluetooth finder. Attach it to bags or keys, and quickly find them on the app.
Who doesn't love to find a bottle of whiskey in their stocking? It may take up most of the room but it's absolutely worth it. This bottle comes with a stylish gift box too.
Another one for food lovers: this chilli sauce is bursting with fiery heat and some serious flavour. Spice lovers will love finding this in their stockings.
"I have a low-key obsession with Christmas candles but by January I'm fed up with my my flat smelling like the inside of a gingerbread house. This figtree one is perfectly scented to carry me into January and minimal enough that it won't look like a festive hangover," says Mischa. Plus, it's the perfect unisex scent suitable for anyone.
Stocking filler ideas for kids
How cute are these socks? They're a super warm and cosy practical gift that is so fun they will actually keep it on all winter.
The kids will love finding these chocolate gingerbread men in their stocking filler, and we're sure you'll enjoy one or two, too.
Pac-man is a classic, and this arcade game will bring hours of fun on Christmas day (and or yourself, too).
A fun and playful stocking stuffer that they will actually use, these Pepsi lip balms have a cool retro feel and will stand out from Christmas-themed goodies.
If you don't have this card game already, you need it for Christmas Day. It's a must-have that you can use as a stocking filler idea for kids and a gift for the whole family. Even the grandparents will love this one.
These fun and festive nail gems are ideal for all ages, but especially for those who are a little young to be getting their nails done but still want to play around with sparkly manicures during the festive season.
Lego is always a fantastic stocking filler idea, and these gingerbread ornaments will hang on the tree for years to come. There are three buildable gingerbread men for the children to customise and build on Christmas day.
Stocking filler ideas for teens
Who doesn't love a lip balm? The new Starface balms come in several flavours and we love the fun, playful packaging that will liven up anyone's stocking (for a brilliant price too).
Our Junior Shopping Editor suggests these as one of the best teen stocking fillers. These wireless earbuds have up to 30 hours of playing time and they're waterproof, so you don't need to worry about any accidents.
Wool and the Gang makes countless fun and stylish knitting kits from beginner level all the way to advanced, so it's ideal for seasoned knitters or those wanting to start a new hobby. Balaclavas like these are all the rage this winter so this is an interactive gift they will cherish.
Pimple patches are something everyone needs in their arsenal and these COSRX ones are brilliantly affordable - and really work.
A mug is a classic stocking stuffer but this one is made unique by its colour-changing properties. It's ideal for gamers and is endlessly useful too.
Teens are notoriously hard to find stocking filler ideas for, but you can't go wrong with a Casetify case. They have hundreds of designs on offer, and you can personalise the type of case and the colour. Some come fully customisable with names and initials, too. The best part is they offer a no-questions-asked 10-day return or exchange policy, so if you get the wrong one (we've all been there), your teen can switch to a different one.
I've already given this to my niece, and she loves them. Not only because she loves Percy Pig, but because the colour combo is super cute, and they dry to smell like Percy Pigs too - yes, really.
