Charlie Bears: Why They Make the Perfect Christmas Gift

Cookie Crumbs Bear$289.00Charlie Bears Elf Dust Bear$279.99Charlie Bears Snowden White Growler Bear$204.79Charlie Bears Hughes Tinkler Collectable Bear$175.99Charlie Bears Jackson Growler Panda Bear$249.99Charlie Bears Ollie Large Brown Plush Bear$259.99Charlie Bears Indigo Plumo Collectable Bear$193.19Charlie Bears Mona Bear$151.99

Why a Charlie Bear makes the perfect Christmas gift

1Every bear has its own personality

Each Charlie Bear has a name and a little story, like shy Burton, who turns into a total cuddle bug once he gets to know you. It makes choosing one feel personal, like picking a new friend for someone you love.

Charlie Bears Burton Collectable Bear$137.99

2Designed with real care

Many of this year’s bears were designed by Charlie Bears’ much-loved designer Isabelle Lee. The plush is beautifully soft, the details are thoughtful, and each bear has a gentle expression that makes you want to pick it up.

3A gift for any age

Charlie Bears are just as treasured by grandparents and collectors as by children. They make a lovely first Christmas present, a comforting gift for someone going through a hard time, or a special keepsake to mark a milestone.

4A Christmas tradition in the making

Lots of our customers give one Charlie Bear every Christmas, so the recipient builds a collection that grows with them. Years later, each bear becomes a reminder of a different Christmas.

5They become heirlooms

Charlie Bears are made to be kept, not outgrown. Many end up being passed down through the family, which is why they’re such a meaningful gift.

Our Christmas favourites

These bears feel made for Christmas. Cookie Crumbs has golden-beige plush threaded with silver shimmer, Elf Dust is a soft grey with silver sparkle that catches the light like frost, and Snowden is a cloud-soft white growler bear with a pale blue bow.

Cookie Crumbs Bear$289.00Charlie Bears Elf Dust Bear$279.99Charlie Bears Snowden White Growler Bear$204.79

Tinkler bears: a jingle with every cuddle

Tinkler bears have a little jingle bell hidden inside that chimes softly when they move. What could be more Christmassy? Choose from Griffiths in soft brown, Howarth in beige, or Hughes in warm brown and cream.

Charlie Bears Griffiths Tinkler Collectable Bear$215.00Charlie Bears Howarth Tinkler Collectable Bear$172.00Charlie Bears Hughes Tinkler Collectable Bear$175.99

Pandas everyone will love

Pandas are always a favourite. Collins and Cartwright are classic, traditional-style pandas, and Jackson is a growler panda in curly beige plush with a smart grey bow.

Charlie Bears Collins Bear$149.59Charlie Bears Cartwright Panda Bear$130.89Charlie Bears Jackson Growler Panda Bear$249.99

Statement bears for the collector

For someone who already loves Charlie Bears, or for a really special gift, go big. Ollie and Fynn are large, huggable bears with delicate white tipping on their plush. Indigo is a limited-edition bear from the Plumo Collection in rich long-pile indigo.

Charlie Bears Ollie Large Brown Plush Bear$259.99Charlie Bears Fynn Large Collectable Bear$204.00Charlie Bears Indigo Plumo Collectable Bear$193.19Charlie Bears Burton Collectable Bear$137.99

Sweet & gentle bears

Soft colours and kind faces make these bears perfect comfort gifts, whether for a new baby’s nursery, a loved one who needs a hug, or someone who simply adores teddies. Mona is a timeless warm brown, Sophie-Louise is a pretty lavender-grey with blush-lilac ribbons, and Snoozy is a dreamy cream bear inspired by that peaceful feeling of slowing down.

Charlie Bears Mona Bear$151.99Charlie Bears Sophie-Louise Bear$184.44Charlie Bears Snoozy Cream Plush Bear$141.59

Scamper

FOR LITTLE ONES · BEARHOUSE

For little ones: Scamper is from the Bearhouse collection, which is non-jointed and suitable for children from 18 months. He’s inspired by the Australian bilby, too. For other bears, check the age guide in each product description, as many are collectables designed for older children and adults.

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Charlie Bear gift tips

Order in time for Christmas

Many of our Charlie Bears are one or two of a kind in store, and popular bears sell out quickly before Christmas. Order by 18 December for the North Island and 21 December for the South Island (before midday), or 7 December for Australia. FREE NZ delivery on orders over $160.

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