This time of year is widely known as the season of gifting, but it’s synonymous with the festive season. So, what is it like when you share the day that’s meant just for you - your birthday - with Christmas and the Holidays?
At Michael Hill, we’re all about helping you mark life’s most special moments – and that includes birthdays. This year we want to give December birthdays the spotlight they deserve.
Here’s a few fun (or not so fun) facts about birthdays in December:
Did you know that those with December birthdays receive less gifts on average? In fact, they’re likely to receive 160 less gifts over their lifetime, compared to other birth months.
It’s a common occurrence to receive birthday gifts wrapped in Christmas paper or accompanied by a Christmas card.
People with December birthdays are used to sharing. Those that receive a gift card during the month are more likely to put it towards gifts for others, than to treat themselves.
Sagittarius (November 22 – December 21) are outgoing, fun-loving, social butterflies – so they thrive when they get to enjoy a moment focused on them.
Capricorns (December 22 – January 19) are deeply loyal and caring, and love the feeling of having this returned.
Make it meaningful with a personalised gift featuring the December birthstone. Tanzanite symbolises wisdom, clarity, and intuition.
How Can You Make December Birthdays Special?
Everyone deserves to feel special on their birthday, especially those who are so used to sharing their moment with the festive season! While it’s a busy time for most and gifting budgets can be tight, we asked some of our own team members with December birthdays for ideas to help make this time feel a little more special for your loved ones.
Don’t wrap birthday gifts in Christmas paper: Finding different wrapping paper and cards to make it just about their birthday, is a small gesture that can make a huge difference.
Try not to combination-gift: Separate your loved ones’ birthday and Christmas gifts so they can enjoy their personal gifting moment.
Make an effort to celebrate: Hosting a birthday party can be difficult during a busy period of festive parties, planning, and vacations. For those with birth dates particularly close to Christmas, they’re likely used to combining their birthday with festive or New Year celebrations. Try to take a moment as part of these celebrations, that’s dedicated just to them.
At Michael Hill, we want to celebrate (and help you celebrate) those with December birthdays. On Wednesday 11 December we’re offering FREE birthday wrapping paper and cards, while stocks last – so visit us in-store to find the perfect gifts for your loved ones. This exclusive offer is available only in Australia.
Explore our jewellery birthday gifts online for more beautiful ideas.
