Emily Selby

Nov 8, 2024

Top Female-Owned Small Businesses to Support This Festive Season

Find gifts for everyone on your list

As the festive season approaches, many of us are looking for meaningful ways to shop and support. Female-founded businesses offer unique, high-quality, and often sustainably produced products that make beautiful, thoughtful gifts. Whether it’s fashion, skincare, food, or home decor, supporting these brands not only gives back to the creative women behind them but also promotes diversity, empowerment, and often a strong sense of community. Here’s a list of top female-owned businesses to shop from this holiday season, with gifts for everyone on your list.

1. Made590

For the Fashion-Forward

@made590

Founded by Christina in 2004, Made590 is a Sydney-made clothing brand which focuses on wearable, fun fashion with a large emphasis on their own prints. They love working in collaboration with local artists and coming up with print stories for their range. Designing all their clothing shapes in-house they often work as a team to marry prints with styles and create very special garments that can be treasured and worn for a lifetime.

Gift Idea: The Kookaburra Collection, featuring illustrations by Andrea Smith is the perfect print for summer and holiday gifting.

2. Woven Rosa

For the Homebody

@wovenrosa

Founded by Laura & her partner Tom in 2019, Woven Rosa curates and designs collections of distinctive homewares, emphasising colour, craftsmanship, and originality. From striking tableware to luscious textiles, Woven Rosa’s products make any space feel like a cosy oasis. They proudly collaborate with independent artisans and family-run businesses from Peru, Mexico, and Spain. These artisans use sustainable practices and traditional techniques, helping to preserve their rich heritage, making it perfect for conscious shoppers.

Gift Idea: The Soller Glassware Set is perfect for summer cocktails or that early morning juice fix.

3. Soka Pantry

For the Foodie

@sokapantry

Soka Pantry is a Sydney-based husband & wife team who love food, cooking and sharing meals with their family and friends. With a long history of working in high-end hospitality venues, being around food was a big part of their lives, to the point where they travelled around the world in pursuit of authentic food experiences.
They started seriously making their own batch of chilli oil when they weren't completely sold on store-bought jars - they were infused in vegetable or canola with MSG. They couldn't find any brands that were made with olive oil, so they crafted their own! 

Gift Idea: The Large Crunchy Duo set is perfect for all Chilli Lovers. Get two of the same, or mix it up!

4. Bandicute

For the Eco-Conscious Mum

@bandicute_australia

Bandicute was founded by Mum & Daughter team, Ellen & Jess and offers sustainable, Aussie-made kidswear, educational toys and playful jewellery. They are on a mission to help Aussie mums and kids live their best life - by filling it with fun, learning, creativity and colour. They want their products to be that little piece of bliss in your everyday life. Whether that's having a beautiful Australian tea towel to make your kitchen feel more welcoming, literacy resources to help make your little one's learning fun, or a bright pair of earrings to put a pep in your step.

Gift Idea: The Personalised Name Plaque adds a splash of fun with a modern flair to your child's bedroom

5. Yazzy's Yarn 

For the Craft Enthusiast

@yazzysyarn

Yazzy’s Yarn founder, Sian, specialises in hand-dyeing eco-conscious, plant-based yarns that are perfect for crocheting and knitting projects. As a passionate fibre artist, she’s built her business around a love for vibrant colours, high-quality materials and sustainable practices. Yazzy's Yarn was born out of a desire to offer fellow yarn enthusiasts something special: beautiful, hand-dyed yarns that are 100% cotton, vegan-friendly, and environmentally responsible.

Gift Idea: The Cotton Yarn Gift Box is ideal for creating stunning, eco-conscious pieces and is a perfect gift for yarn lovers or a special treat for your own collection!

6. CJP Beauty

For the Makeup Lover

@cjpbeauty

CJP Beauty's founder, Celina, believes in the power of clean beauty. Their formulations are carefully crafted with a focus on quality, safety, and efficacy. They prioritise natural ingredients and avoid harsh chemicals, ensuring that their products are gentle on the skin and free from potentially harmful additives. From nourishing botanical extracts to skin-loving vitamins and minerals, every ingredient is thoughtfully chosen to deliver maximum benefits without compromise.

Gift Idea: The Glow Boosters are a range of cream blush, bronzers and highlights where natural skin meets vibrant colour and makes a fantastic gift for beauty lovers

Conclusion

Shopping from female-founded businesses is a wonderful way to give back this festive season. Each of these brands has a story and mission behind it, often rooted in sustainability, empowerment, and social impact. By supporting these brands, you’re not only giving unique, thoughtful gifts but also contributing to the growth and success of innovative female entrepreneurs. This holiday season, let’s spread joy and empowerment by choosing gifts that make a difference. Happy shopping!