The evenings are darker, winter plans are filling the diary and Christmas shopping is edging onto the to-do list. Our November must-haves bring together practical buys and early gift ideas, from boots for colder days to a whisky advent calendar. Whether you’re updating your winter wardrobe or planning a few festive evenings at home, here’s what’s caught our eye this month.
1 – MOMO Kombucha Christmas Gift Set
Christmas drinks meet games night in this gift set from Brixton-founded MOMO Kombucha. The £45 box includes four organic kombuchas, a custom deck of MOMO playing cards and a branded tote bag. There’s plenty of variety, too: Ginger-Lemon, Turmeric, Elderflower and Raspberry-Hibiscus each bring a different flavour to the table. The turmeric brew pairs earthy notes with pineapple, while raspberry and hibiscus make a fruity option for festive entertaining. MOMO brews its raw kombucha in small batches using loose-leaf teas and slow-pressed juices. Available from 10 November, the set makes an easy gift for the host who already has the wine covered.
2 – Berry Bros. & Rudd Whisky Advent Calendar
If you’re sorting an advent calendar before December arrives, Berry Bros. & Rudd has something for whisky drinkers. The family-owned merchant’s first spirits advent calendar brings together 25 miniature Scotch whiskies, each in a 3cl bottle. Rather than committing to one full-size bottle, you can explore a range of styles and expressions from its cask selection. Highlights include a 1979 Benrinnes and a 2008 Glenburgie finished in Marsala casks. At £200, it’s a considered gift for someone who enjoys discovering different whiskies, or a way to share a tasting over the festive season.
3 – Wahl AeroSet 6-in-1 Multi Air Styler
Party season often means a little more time spent getting ready. Wahl’s new AeroSet brings drying and styling together in one £149.99 tool. Six interchangeable attachments cover the basics: a dryer head, left and right curling barrels, a round brush, a straightening brush and an oval brush. So you can switch between soft waves, smoother lengths and a fuller blow-dry without lining up several appliances. Three heat settings and three speed settings let you adjust the airflow, while ionic technology is designed to reduce frizz and static. There’s also an auto-clean function and a 2.5-metre cable. Available from Wahl, Amazon and Next.
4 – Roamer Diana Collection
For a watch that also works as jewellery, Roamer’s Diana collection keeps the proportions compact. A 22.5mm rectangular stainless-steel case frames a mother-of-pearl dial with Roman numerals, while crystal-set edges add a decorative finish. Choose from silver-tone, gold-tone, rose-gold and two-tone versions, each paired with a stainless-steel bracelet. Inside is a Swiss-made quartz movement, with anti-reflective sapphire crystal protecting the dial. The watches also feature 30-metre water resistance and a butterfly clasp with push-button closure. Worn alone or alongside a bracelet, the Diana offers a dressier finishing touch for November dinners and the first Christmas parties.
5 – Peppersmith Mega Pouches
A small everyday essential gets a much larger refill. Peppersmith’s Mega Pouches contain 560 mints or 220 pieces of gum, with resealable packaging for keeping a supply at home or in the office. The range includes Peppermint Mints, Extra Strong Mints, Peppermint Gum and Spearmint Gum, priced at £19.99 per pouch. They’re sugar-free and sweetened with xylitol. Meanwhile, the brand sources its Black Mitcham peppermint oil from Summerdown in Hampshire, where the mint is grown, harvested and distilled. It’s a practical pick for anyone who gets through a pocket pack quickly, especially with a busy month of commuting and social plans ahead.
6 – Blundstone Terrain Series
Wet pavements and weekend walks call for footwear with a little more grip. Blundstone’s new Terrain Series updates its familiar Chelsea boot with an AVALON GECKO TPU sole, designed for traction and abrasion resistance without the weight of a rubber sole. Underfoot, a Comfort Arch footbed with XRD Technology adds cushioning and support. The result keeps the pull-on shape that makes Blundstones easy to wear, while giving the construction a more outdoors-focused update. Part of the Autumn/Winter 2026/27 collection, the range suits November days that take you from the morning commute to a walk out of town. Browse the women’s Terrain Series too.
From a new pair of boots to a gift for your next host, these November must-haves cover the everyday and the festive. Which one’s making your list?
