Gwangju Shinsegae Introduces Housewarming Gifts for Moving Season

Gwangju Shinsegae Co., Ltd. (CEO Lee Donghoon) announced on the 20th that it is introducing a variety of stylish housewarming gifts to celebrate the moving-in season.

With the recent trend of valuing personalized scents, home fragrance items such as hand wash, diffusers, and scented candles, which are responsible for the aroma of the home, are considered thoughtful housewarming gifts.

In particular, as it has become popular to display these items as interior decor pieces rather than just for scenting the home, they are gaining popularity as premium housewarming gifts.

The "Resurrection Aromatique Hand Wash" from "Aesop" on the 2nd floor of the main building is popular for its emotional brown bottle design, as well as its excellent cleansing and moisturizing power.

An employee at the lifestyle store on the 8th floor of the Gwangju Shinsegae main building is showcasing Villeroy & Boch's wedding series products, which are perfect as housewarming gifts. Photo by Gwangju Shinsegae

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Other trending items include "room sprays," which determine the scent of the home, and "Post-Poo Drops," a toilet deodorizer used after flushing in the bathroom.

The wax tablet from "Santa Maria Novella" is a solid fragrance product that can be hung in a specific space, while the liquid form diffuser comes in various scents such as freesia, creating a cozy atmosphere and making it a popular housewarming item.

Additionally, tableware items such as cutlery and dishes are recommended as gifts for newlyweds, who are now "sikgu" (household members who share meals together).

Major popular brands include "Sabre," "Villeroy & Boch," and "Alessi."

"Sabre," located on the 8th floor of the main building, is a cutlery brand that started in Paris, France in 1993 and offers a variety of colorful tableware. Its classic design blends seamlessly with both Korean and Western cuisine.

Recently, chopsticks have also been newly released along with spoons, forks, and knives for desserts, salads, and dinners, making them great as a set gift.

"Villeroy & Boch," known for its charming designs for newlyweds, is also not to be missed. The Wedding Story series, which includes mugs and plates for pickles and salads featuring illustrations of a bride and groom, is perfect as a gift for newlyweds.

Also worth noting is "Alessi," an Italian brand known for its so-called ballerina wine opener.

Going beyond kitchenware, Alessi's "Anna G." and "Alessandro" wine openers, which are also great as interior decor items, have been released as limited editions to commemorate the brand's 100th anniversary this year, making them even more special.

The "Anna G." was inspired by the image of the product designer's ballerina girlfriend stretching, with elegantly moving arms as its signature feature. "Alessandro," modeled after the designer himself, serves not only as a wine opener but also as a unique decorative object.

In addition, small home appliances at reasonable prices are also recommended as gifts.

Recommended kitchen items with a clean design include De'Longhi's "Icona Electric Kettle" and Nespresso's "Vertuo Plus" coffee machine. The "Balmuda Toaster," which allows you to enjoy toast with your morning coffee?a newlywed's dream?also makes for a thoughtful gift.

Lee Donghoon, CEO of Gwangju Shinsegae, said, "Gwangju Shinsegae offers a variety of housewarming gift items that match current trends," and added, "We hope you can convey your congratulations on a new beginning with items that suit each individual's taste."

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