Christmas in Australia is a celebration of sunshine, sandy beaches, and backyard barbecues, a stark contrast to the snowy scenes and cozy firesides of a winter Christmas in the northern hemisphere. For island girls, this seasonal difference is a unique blessing, as it allows us to embrace the best of both worlds through our connections with "Our Island Family" on the other side of the globe.
Whether it’s sending tropical-inspired gifts to brighten a chilly winter or enjoying the festive warmth of an Australian summer, we’re reminded how lucky we are to share the magic of the holidays across seasons and hemispheres. If you have not yet joined "Our Island Family" group on Facebook, you will love it! It's a bit like having pen pals on the other side of the world, not only sharing their travel tips, outfits and love of the islands.... but they are helping brighten the lives of winter bound beach girls everywhere. Click here to join.
If you have some island girls in your family to Christmas shop for, here are our top suggested gifts for beach girls.... you don't have to worry about what size they are, and they are the perfect gift price of under $50.
1. COTTON SARONG
Our top gift pick for your favourite beach-loving girl is one of our pure cotton sarongs. These versatile sarongs are a thoughtful choice because they’re one-size-fits-all, so there’s no need to worry about sizing. They come beautifully packaged for gifting and include a charming sea glass bracelet or anklet as a bonus. The best part? They double as a cozy scarf during the winter, keeping you warm while adding a pop of island-inspired colour to your wardrobe. At just $35, they’re a perfect and affordable stocking stuffer, and at the moment we have a bundle deal where you can save $30 when you buy 3 sarongs.
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2. COTTON BEACH BAG
These foldable cotton beach bags make the perfect gift for the beach-loving girl in your life! Compact and easy to mail, they feature sturdy leather handles, making them ideal for everyday shopping or year-round use. Each bag includes a handy attached coin purse, perfect for keeping essentials like your keys or phone easily accessible—and when travel picks up again, it’s a safe spot for your room key.
The best part? You can pair it with one of our fine cotton sarongs for a beautifully coordinated gift set!
3. JUMBO BEACH BAG
Our jumbo cotton beach bags are the ultimate gift for the beach-loving island girl! Spacious and foldable, they’re perfect for carrying everything she needs for a day in the sun or a quick shopping trip. With padded handles, a magnetic closure clip and an internal zipper pocket for valuables, these bags are both stylish and practical. The fringed edges add a touch of bohemian flair and effortless style that perfectly complements a laid-back, tropical vibe.
Want to make it extra special? Pair it with one of our tunic dresses that match the print or a fine cotton sarongs for a stunning, coordinated gift set!