2022 Holiday Gifting Inspiration for Kids
Curated by the Fête Chinoise Editorial Team
Images & Product Descriptions Provided by Respective Brands
Holiday shopping for the special one in your life who has made an impact? Choosing a gift can be a challenging task at an already busy time of year. Whether it's for your lover, parents, siblings and friends, we understand the pressure of getting the right gift. We have curated a list for you to make it all easier and fun to finish your gift list!
FASHION
TUCKER + TATE from Nordstrom | Cozy Hooded Faux Fur Jacket
$46 CAD
A hood embellished with adorable ears adds playful personality to a zip-front faux fur jacket that's sure to be a soft and cozy fave for your little one.
MACKAGE from KidBiz| Baby Boys Bambi Navy Snowsuit
$350 CAD
Mackage BAMBI is a snowsuit made from recycled nano down. Full coverage with a relaxed fit, it features a channel quilt pearlized shell, double angled zip front closure, and an elastic trim hood. Detailed with elastic cuffs, fold-over mittens, and a wordmark patch. Water resistant and repellant, windproof, breathable, and machine washable.
Gucci | Children's Velvet Bow Tie
$295 CAD
Recalling the golden days of Hollywood film, the bow tie is a signifier of evening elegance. Here the brown velvet accessory appears as a minature version of the adults, adding a touch of glamour to Gucci's children's collection.
Gucci | Children's GG Flora Bouquet Cotton Hairband
$380 CAD
Designed to wrap around the head with a front knot detail, the hairband has become a recognizable Gucci accessory, now introduced into the world of children. Featuring the historic Flora motif, this style conveys the whimsical botanical feel that runs through House collections.
shoes
Hunter from Holt Renfrew | Kids First (18 Months-8 Years) Giant Glitter Rain Boots
$85 CAD
The Kids First Classic Giant Glitter Rain Boot is perfect for puddle splashing. Handcrafted from natural rubber with a unique chunky glitter finish, the flat sole and rounded toe give little feet room to move and the updated 100% recycled polyester lining ensures complete comfort for every adventure. These sparkly blue boots are fully waterproof and feature a specially-developed tread to reduce slipping.
ALEXANDER MCQUEEN from Holt Renfrew | Oversized Sneaker With Glitter
$450 CAD
Crafted in smooth calf leather, this embellished lace-up sneaker is designed with a rounded toe and contrasting heel detail. Featuring an ALEXANDER MCQUEEN signature on tongue and heel counter, the leather sneakers are finished with large flat laces and a signature oversized rubber sole.
UGG from Nordstrom | Bixbee Bootie
$40 CAD
Your little one will take center stage in snuggly soft booties that showcase a logo patch on a hook-and-loop closure that ensures easy on and off.
BAGs
THOM BROWNE from Holt Renfrew | Hector Pebble Grain Leather Chest Bag
$2,760 CAD
Crafted in pebble grain leather, this chest bag is designed with a zippered top closure and adjustable chest strap. Featuring a signature striped lining, the leather bag is finished with brass hardware throughout and a printed THOM BROWNE logo at the back.
STELLA MCCARTNEY from Holt Renfrew | Apple Shoulder Bag
$185 CAD
A playful shoulder bag designed in the shape of an apple with a top zip closure.
TOYS & ACCESSORIES
Dior | Toile De Jouy Newborn Gift Set
$510 CAD
The newborn gift set includes a swaddle blanket and a stuffed toy embellished with a pale pink all-over Toile de Jouy print on the top. The swaddle blanket is crafted in a soft muslin and cotton interlock blend and is adorned with a tonal 'DIOR' embroidery, while the stuffed toy features a velvet teddy bear with a grosgrain ribbon. The timeless and delicate set is an ideal gift for newborns.
Dior | My First Dinner Set
$1,650 CAD
Nurtured by a dreamy fantasy, the Dior Maison collection dedicated to children features Toile de Jouy, the iconic Dior code. Reimagined by Cordelia de Castellane for Baby Dior in a soft-tone variation, it boasts giraffes, elephants or butterflies and hot-air balloons. The precious boxes, similar to hat boxes, reveal at their center an assortment composed of a plate, a bowl and a tumbler in extra fine Limoges porcelain with Toile de Jouy motif, and four stainless steel utensils that brighten little ones' days.
BURBERRY from Holt Renfrew | Check Wool Thomas Bear
$700 CAD
Knitted from check wool, this signature teddy features a neat bow tie and hand-embroidered details.
JELLYCAT from West Coast Kids | Jolly Gingerbread Fred
$75 CAD
Jolly Gingerbread Fred is a biscuit buddy, full of merry mischief! Smartly dressed in rich, spiced fur, Fred wears cream cuffs, embroidered buttons and a suedey scarlet bow-tie. This ginger jokester loves running around, causing chaos wherever he goes!
Kinderfeets from Indigo | Kinderscooter
$144 CAD
Zoom toward your next adventure on the Kinderscooter! Outfitted with 3 EVA airless tires and non-toxic handlebar grips for smooth and comfortable riding, this kick scooter is the ultimate play outlet for toddlers who are eager to start cruising independently. Steer the handlebars in whatever direction you'd like to go and use your feet to push forward with momentum! The Kinderscooter is crafted with sustainably-sourced birchwood, beechwood, water-based paints and child-safe finishings. While exploring the world on wheels, little ones develop their balance and coordination, strengthen gross motor skills and gain confidence. See where the scooter takes you outdoors, or glide across indoor surfaces with ease! Suitable for ages 2 years and older.
Pottery Barn Kids | Anywhere Chair® Ivory Sherpa Kitty Chair
$239 CAD
A friendly face makes this Anywhere Chair® even more fun for reading, relaxing and snuggling up. Designed with a kid-friendly handle, soft fabric and lightweight materials, it’s easy to any room in the house – and it’s just their size.
Pottery Barn Kids | Felted Pink Roses Musical Crib Mobile
$118.5 CAD
Adorning cascades of pink roses falling, this whimsical mobile will enchant your little one to sleep.
Pottery Barn Kids | Green Toys® School Bus Wagon
$53 CAD
All aboard! This oversized school bus is designed for little ones to haul around prized possessions, indoors or out, while the open roof makes loading up passengers a breeze. Made in the USA from recycled plastic with a sturdy, low-set design and chunky tires, it comes with a cotton rope handle that easily tucks inside for safe storage.
Louis Vitton | Hollywood Xmas Elizabeth Pencil Case
$625 CAD
The Hollywood Xmas Elizabeth pencil case displays a joyful travel scene. It features House mascot Vivienne sipping a milkshake while a teddy bear drives along Rodeo Drive. This piece coordinates with items from the Leather Goods and Accessories collections that also display this wanderlust-inspired design.
GLAMOURS EXPERIENCE
Fête Chinoise | Signature Gala Showcase + Cocktail Party Tickets
FROM $480 CAD
Enjoy abundant choices of curated festive foods, desserts and beverage stations featuring celebrity chefs, intriguing activations, live music, breathtaking entertainment and many memorable moments with your friends and guests. Go down the rabbit hole as you wander into different exhibits and enjoy a wonderland of culture and celebration. Leave refreshed, and with beautiful portraits from our photography studios throughout the event.
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EDUCATION & ART
Melissa & Doug from Saks Fifth Avenue | Multi-Craft Weaving Loom
$61.77 CAD
Ready to get crafty? This all-inclusive loom set has the tools and materials kids need to make a scarf, bag, coasters, pouch, and other yarn crafts, plus three cool picture tapestries to weave and display. The oversize loom is easy to adjust and use; vibrant rainbow yarn looks beautiful when woven; picture tapestries are easy for beginners and make a stunning impact. But the sturdy loom frame can be used with just about any materials kids can find: ribbons, strips of fabric, vines, and much more. Complete instructions make it easy to adjust the frame for different projects and make and embellish each one. It’s an exciting way to discover an age-old craft!
UNCLE GOOSE | Planets Blocks
$39.95 CAD
Mercury. Venus. Earth. Mars. Jupiter. Saturn. Uranus. Two debossed sides feature the planet’s symbol, name, and number of moons. The four printed sides reveal a planet illustration, diameter, location, and distance from the sun. This 9 block set honors all 8 planets in our solar system; plus a bonus dwarf planet, Pluto. So much to explore. Which planet has the most moons? Which has the least? Which is the closest to Earth? Which is farthest? Which is the biggest? The smallest? How will you line them up? In order from the sun? Or stacked to please your eye for color and design? This small and colorful set is also one of our most popular.
Louis Vitton | Aquarelle Box
$2,240 CAD
The Aquarelle box makes a luxurious collector's item, as well as a thoughtful gift for art enthusiasts. The set is comprised of ten tubes of watercolor paint and a wooden paintbrush, all beautifully presented in a see-through box. House devotees will appreciate the various signature touches including an allover Monogram pattern and a natural cowhide clasp.
Pottery Barn Kids | My First Chelsea All-in-1 Play Kitchen
$749 CAD
We’ve combined all the well-loved elements from our individual Chelsea Kitchen pieces into one multifunction play centre. A little cook’s dream come true, it’s an all-in-one stove, oven and refrigerator with tons of interactive opportunities – knobs turn and doors open.
Lego | Hogwarts Express™ – Collectors' Edition
$619.99 CAD
The journey begins Relive the moment when Harry, Ron and Hermione meet for the very first time. Charms and chocolate Recall the action where Professor Remus Lupin™ rescues Harry from a Dementor™.
Lego | 8-Stud Desk Drawer – White
$26.99 CAD
This 2x4, rectangular LEGO® brick-shaped drawer sits neatly on desks or shelves to provide convenient, easy-access storage for a variety of uses. It’s ideal for use in offices, kids’ rooms, bathrooms and anywhere else that needs to be tidy and organized.
Kinderfeets from Indigo | Large Wooden Arches, Rainbow
$124.99 CAD
Explore an original toy used in Waldorf and Montessori play: the Kinderfeets Large Wooden Arches in Rainbow! 12 stackable arches encourage children to sort, assemble and develop cognitively while enjoying imaginative free play. Each arch is handmade, so if one doesn't seem to fit quite right - try rotating it! Crafted using FSC-certified pinewood and soft, water-based stains, the arches may have small, unique markings and patterns that are a result of their natural wooden composition. Available in natural pinewood or rainbow and suitable for ages 12 months and up.
Pottery Barn Kids | Tool Belt Set
$44 CAD
Gear them up with the tools they need to get every job done. This kid-size canvas belt holds a hammer, saw, screwdriver, wrench, nuts and bolts, all crafted of sustainably sourced hardwood with water-based finishes.
BOOKS
RAINCOAST from Holt Renfrew | Rise and Shine Board Book
$13 CAD
The Rise and Shine board book from Mudpuppy celebrates global and cultural awareness, teaches inclusion, and provides a window into other people's homes. This brightly illustrated board book with easy-to-read text includes breakfast items from around the globe such as churros from Spain, Mandazi from Tanzania, Cachapas from Venezuela and many more!
Mudpuppy from Barnes and Noble | Color Magic Bath Book Andy Warhol
$9.99 USD
The world of Andy Warhol comes to life when his iconic and popular art is magically colored under water in this delightful bath book.
Lucy Darling from ModaKids | Little Animal Memory Book
$49.99
Little Animal Memory BookThis modern memory baby helps bring our mission to life by giving you a simple (and beautiful!) way to document all the darling moments of baby's first year. Mom will easily record special memories, without spending hours doing it.
MANHATTAN TOY | Arctic Adventures Bath Book
$31.50
An arctic adventure for bathtime. The water-friendly soft book folds open, revealing sea-themed graphics and five tethered-on arctic creatures-walrus, penguin, whale, narwhal, and seal. A pocket allows for stashing creatures away for peek-a-boo fun. When playtime's over, squeeze out excess water and hang to dry. The Arctic Adventure bath book is the perfect addition to tubby-time play. Machine washer and dryer safe.
HEALTH
BVLGARI from Holt Renfrew | Petits et Maman Eau de Toilette 3-Piece Gift Set
$96 CAD
Petits et Mamans is an ultra-gentle aromatic-floral scent with a powdery character. It is designed for mothers and babies three years and older. Lorson set out to create a fragrance that would delight children and mothers – while being ultra-safe for children to wear. In order to be safe on a child’s skin, the perfumer decided to build the scent around a tea note, which is very gentle. This adorable 3 piece gift set contains 100ml Eau de Toilette, 75ml Body Lotion and a colourful bear shaped pouch. Petits et Mamans smells like a very luxe baby powder that works beautifully on mom and baby. A perfect gift for Baby Showers, Birthdays or Holidays.
BBLÜV from Indigo | Trimö Electric Nail Trimmer
$49.99
The Trimö is the perfect tool to shorten your baby’s nails without any risk of injury. The gentle filing is comfortable for baby’s tiny fingers. The choice of the filing discs depending on your baby’s age will make the experience even easier.
west elm x pbk from Pottery Barn Kids | Critter Baby Hooded Towel Collection
$68
Wrap up baby after the bath with these cozy companions. Featuring favourite animal faces on the hood, each wrap is made from oh-so-soft pure cotton terry. Designed in collaboration with west elm.