The Best Sustainable Gifts (2025 Holiday Gift Guide)

It’s hard to believe that the winter season is upon us – and I’ve pulled together a list of the best sustainable gifts that show your love for others *and* for the planet.

I believe that one of the best ways to be a climate activist is to put your money where your values are. So whether you’re shopping for the eco-warriors or vegans in your life, or aiming to gently lead by example and introduce your loved ones to amazing planet-friendly, ethical products, this list of the best sustainable gifts for the holidays has you covered.

Below you’ll find thoughtful gifts for:

• Dog lovers 🐾
• Kitchen gadget enthusiasts 👨‍🍳
• Aspirational cooks…and the non-cooks in your life 🥡
• Sustainable fashionistas 👗
• Self-care sisters (or brothers)! 🧖‍♀️
• Those that love a fine fragrance 👃🏼
• Fitness enthusiasts 🏋️

The Best Sustainable Gifts – Your 2025 Holiday Gift Guide

For The Dog Lovers – Petaluma Dog Food*

Because your loved ones’ pups deserve holiday gifts, too! If someone on your list is among the 68 million American households that include a four-legged family member, it’s important to not leave their doggos out of the spirit of holiday giving.

Petaluma is my favorite dog food brand for so many reasons, but particularly because of 1), the quality and nutrient-density of their ingredients (organic or non-GMO); and 2), how strong their sustainability ethos is. They’re a Certified B Corp, Climate Neutral Certified, and even bake their food in a solar-powered facility. They also source from biodiverse farms, all while donating 1% of all revenues to nonprofits fighting climate change through 1% For the Planet. The conventional pet food industry is one that is extremely hard on our planet (1 cup of traditional dog food requires 47 gallons of freshwater, 80 sq. ft. of farmland, and produces 3 lb. of greenhouse gas emissions), so opting for plant-based dog food is going to be far more sustainable.

And, Petaluma is now offering senior dog food bundles that make for such a thoughtful gift for the person in your life with a doggo in their golden years.

For the Kitchen Gadget Enthusiast: The Almond Cow Plant-Based Milk Maker

I have been shouting from the rooftops lately about what a life hack Almond Cow is. If you’re not familiar, their Plant-Based Milk Maker allows you to make virtually any kind of plant-based milk from home. We’re talking almond, oat, cashew, coconut, soy, flax, pistachio…you name it. And there are no seed oils, fillers, or gums necessary when you make milk with this device, so the end result is much cleaner than store-bought milks. What’s even cooler is that you can take the pulp from whatever base you’re using to make tasty treats like energy balls and beyond – so it’s truly a zero-waste, non-toxic kitchen tool. It is also SO easy to use and clean; seriously, we’re talking a 5-minute process and 1-minute clean-up. It’s kind of a miracle product and would make for an incredible sustainable gift this holiday. Use code VEGANANJ for $30 off your order!

For the Person Who Doesn’t Have Time (or Like to) Cook: Purple Carrot

I think one of the absolute best gifts you can get for a busy friend or family member is a meal delivery service – particularly during the bustling holiday season. Just by gifting them a meal subscription for a couple of weeks, you’re saving them time, energy, all while providing them with nourishing, tasty meal kits delivered right to their door. I gifted my parents Purple Carrot one year, and it was a hit – they offer an array of delicious and healthy meal kits or pre-made meals that are bound to please any palette (and you can customize based upon dietary needs and preferences). And because we’re talking plant-based meals here, they’re going to be far more earth-friendly, by default (less water, less land, less carbon emissions, etc.) and are an exceptional sustainable gift to give for those reasons. I recently received a box and was *obsessed* with the sweet potato and lentil bowl with a chipotle creme fraiche, and it was so delicious. The above meal also looks fabulous – it’s a pesto flatbread with rosemary sweet potatoes walnut relish – yum. Right now you can get $100 + free shipping off the first 4 boxes ($25 off and free shipping on each box) with code VEGANANJ. 

For the Aspirational Cooks: T. Colin Campbell’s Cooking Courses

I think that cooking classes are such a fun and thoughtful gift (and it’s kind of amazing to take any class at home and in your sweatpants). T. Colin Campbell’s Center for Nutrition Studies offers Whole Food Plant-Based Cooking Courses (they have one class for beginners, and one focused on meal-planning), and they’re currently offering $100 off with code COOK100. I have a particular affinity for these guys, having received my Plant-Based Nutrition Certificate from them – they’re just such professionals and I recommend anything they do wholeheartedly. And, we know that plant-based eating is inherently more planet-friendly, so a cooking class like this is the perfect sustainable gift that keeps on giving – to your loved ones and the planet.

Or…Plant-Based Cookbooks!

I personally *love* both giving and receiving cookbooks as gifts. They are inspiring, look great in your kitchen, and just spark so much joy (while inspiring people to eat more plants)! Eat Your Greens is actually a cookbook that I was gifted for my birthday this year and it’s such a fun and unique format; each section focuses on dozens of ways you can cook one specific vegetable, and it’s a really simple but fun way to approach cooking. A few of my other favorite cookbooks are Radhi Devlukia Shetty’s JoyFull that has gorgeous Ayurvedic recipes and Peaceful Kitchen by Catherine Perez (a.k.a. the Plant-Based R.D.) that has an array of latin, Asian, and other eclectic dishes (as well as comfort foods). Jeanine Donofrio’s Love and Lemons cookbooks aren’t fully vegan, but everything can be veganized and I’m constantly recommending her recipes and beautiful cookbooks to people (I’ve actually gifted a handful of people this cookbook because I love it THAT much). Her recipes are always so vibrant, fresh, and zesty – I can’t get enough!

For Sustainable Fashionistas: MATE The Label

The conventional clothing industry is one of the worst when it comes to resource intensity and waste. and MATE the Label is one of the brands out there that is truly walking the walk when it comes to creating an *actually* sustainable apparel brand from the ground up. They are Climate Neutral, GOTS certified, and a certified B Corp. They’ve eliminated plastic in their labels and packaging, and never use polyester, nylon, or polyamide. Their clothing uses only non-toxic materials and dyes, as well. And the coolest part of their business is that they have a recycling program where they’ll take your old garments back (from any brand) and recycle them into new MATE products.

Not only is MATE upholding the highest standards in their business practices, but the quality of their clothing is 10/10. Their pieces are built to last a lifetime, which is another really important part of what makes a brand truly sustainable. I personally love their activewear, and the price point is comparable to some of the popular conventional activewear/athleisure brands out there. They also offer incredible closet staples and beautiful, luxe sweaters that would make for such a thoughtful holiday gift – and they offer 15% off your first order.

Self-Care Sisters (or Brothers): OSEA

For the person in your life who loves (or needs) some spa vibes, OSEA’s products are just divine and help anyone bring a spa experience into their own home. They’re a clean and sustainable bath, body and skincare brand with incredible ingredients and luxurious, natural scents. I was gifted their vagus nerve bath oil and pillow spray earlier this year and absolutely love it, and have also used their amazing body scrub and face mist. You can’t go wrong with anything in their line, though – it’s all just fantastic and they also have some lovely holiday sets like the one pictured above. And they make for a great sustainable gift and overall brand to support: OSEA is one of the only skincare brands to be Climate Label Certified, they partner with SeaTrees to promote coastal restoration projects, and prioritize recyclable packaging like glass.

For those that Love a Fine Fragrance: Henry Rose

I’ve loved perfume since I was a little girl – it really feels like it ties your look together and is just so pleasing to the senses. Plus, when someone says, ‘oh my gosh, you smell amazing,’ it’s truly one of the best compliments. And with Henry Rose’s fragrances, the compliments will come flooding in – trust. I’ve worn a handful of their scents over the past few years, and they have an incredible range: from warm and spicy to fresh and citrusy, to floral and feminine. They have an array of options for men and women, and consider themselves a gender-neutral fragrance. It’s tough for me to choose a favorite scent because they have so many good ones, but I think Torn might take the cake; it’s warm, spicy, sensual with sophisticated vanilla notes. It’s truly delicious.

Henry Rose is also EWG-certified and completely non-toxic with zero endocrine disrupting ingredients, which is hugely important. But they’re also incredibly intentional with their sustainability practices: their perfume bottles are made from 90% recycled glass and are fully recyclable,with a compostable bottle cap made from soy resin, the perfume packaging is made with FSD hemp paper which is bio-based and biodegradable, the shipping boxes are made from recycled corrugated paper and are 100% recyclable, and their facilities are powered by renewable energy. So I fully recommend them for your sustainable gifts this holiday season – they’re truly a premium product that is doing everything right.

For the Fitness Junkie: Sprout Living

Whether you’re shopping for the health and wellness guru in your life or just a friend or family member that’s trying to dial-in their nutrition, gifting them a clean, high-quality protein powder is an excellent choice. I’m always recommending Sprout Living’s plant-based protein because they really are exceptional (and the best-tasting protein powder on the market). They also offer an array of supplements, mini protein powder packets, and superfood snacks, which make for great stocking stuffers. And, because Sprout Living products are fully-plant-based, they’re a great option when seeking out more sustainable gifts. Get 20% off your Sprout Living order with code VEGANANJ20!

Did I miss any great sustainable gifts?

I’m always on the lookout new sustainable brands to add to the arsenal, so if you know of any others out there that make for thoughtful holiday gifts, please let me know! Wishing you a joyful and safe holiday season!

Anj xx

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