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Holiday gift guide 2022

Yinka Ilori, Brendon Babenzien, Tata Harper, Jody Williams, Rita Sodi and more share their secrets for buying the best gifts for fashion, beauty and the home this Christmas

© Yinka Ilori photographed for the FT in his studio by Antonia Adomako

Yinka Ilori’s gifts — a lucky dip, so no one is disappointed
The British-Nigerian designer enjoys lavishing jewellery on his friends and seeks out inclusive toys for younger relatives
Jody Williams and Rita Sodi focus on foodie gifts — ‘because that’s where our head is at’
With more than 200 people to buy for, planning starts early for the New York-based restaurateurs
Tata Harper adores cashmere at Christmas — and big social gatherings
The skincare founder will celebrate with dancing and partying in her native Colombia
Hillary Taymour gives practical gifts with a sustainable focus
‘I feel there is a healthier way to consume,’ the New York-based designer says
J.Crew’s Brendon Babenzien likes to give surfboards, skateboards and snowboards
The New York-based menswear designer and co-founder of Noah has never lost the holiday wonder of childhood
Yoon Ahn: ‘I tend to be very practical — my success rate is pretty high’
The Tokyo-based Ambush designer eats fried chicken and strawberry shortcake on Christmas Day
Sarah Raven’s guide to a festive home
Scent and light are central to the gardener and writer’s holiday decorations
Sandrine Zhang Ferron: ‘It’s the thought, not the money, that counts’
The Vinterior founder enlisted an app to help her plan for Christmas