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Summary for: Holiday shopping by personality type: Gifts expats in Czechia will be happy to unwrapHoliday shopping hits differently when you live abroad. Your list spans time zones, cultures and tastes, and it’s not unrealistic to need presents that work for a sibling in another country, your work colleagues, and that new friend you met in Czech class.
Sure, you could get everyone an “I heart Praha” keychain, but gift giving becomes a little easier when you narrow down the choices based on personality types. With help from Fashion Arena Prague Outlet, we’ve grouped some of the more common types of recipients that expats in Czechia encounter every year. Take a peek and find the one that matches the person you have in mind, whether they travel often, love staying home, or keep Prague’s nightlife in business, or appreciate the flexibility of a good gift card.
The frequent-flyer friend
This is the person who never stays put: weekends in Milan or a mini-break to Istanbul, flights home twice a year, carry-on-only and always on the go. Items that travel well, like quality luggage, or that pack light and still look sharp, like headphones, win here. The Jo Malone gift set from The Cosmetic Company Store keeps folks refreshed on the move, while a watch from BOSS brings timeless style to airport lounges and meetings abroad.
The Prague professional
This is the hybrid-work commuter, cruising through their morning commute, dressing sharp for the office but still slipping into casual mode for after-work drinks in Karlín. What suits them? Well-cut blazers, warm but stylish scarves, maybe some elegant knitwear that can handle chilly Czech winters and the transition from day to evening. An elevated Karl Lagerfeld ensemble delivers an instant wardrobe upgrade, while a GANT tie adds understated polish, ideal for expats navigating Czech office culture in style.
The cozy homebody abroad
They’ve settled into a flat in Prague or Brno, maybe learned a few Czech phrases, and are now building home routines, with cozy movie nights, Sunday brunches, and hours sitting in local cafés. Gifts that enhance these moments work best: slippers from Tommy Hilfiger, a soft throw blanket, a Yankee Candle scented candle set, or an artisanal mug.
The nightlife nomad
They’re out on the town, they know all the trendiest bars, and they still keep up with the club scene and the international happenings. Add to their main character energy with a bold bag from Pinko, statement jewelry from Swarovski, designer fragrances or street-smart Diesel designer threads that lift them into the night. For the expat who socializes, networks, and enjoys city life across Czechia, give them something that says, “You stand out and we love you for it.”
The Euro-family gift-giver
They live in Czechia, but their family circle is spread across Europe or elsewhere. Gifts need to travel, be easy to ship, and feel meaningful without being overly large. A Jean Paul Gaultier fragrance set from Luxury Zone adds sophistication, while a gift set from Lindt adds a sweet surprise, compact enough to slip into a suitcase. The goal: make someone who lives elsewhere feel considered and connected.
The hard-to-shop-for recipient
This is the friendly face from your Czech-language course, the new coworker, the casual acquaintance at a networking event. You want something safe, quality, pleasant, but not too personal. A gift card, paired with a small treat or token, is ideal. That way, you cover the gesture and let them choose something they genuinely like.
Where to shop and wrap
From Dec. 1, Fashion Arena’s Christmas Lounge offers a gift-wrapping station to make presents look as good as they feel. Members of the Fashion Club can have up to five gifts wrapped for free, while everyone can take advantage of daily deals revealed through the Advent calendar. Play Santa this year with over 200 brands, finding inspiration for every type of expat and every price point.
