Gift Ideas Under €100 to Make Someone Happy This Christmas
The selection of Gift Ideas at a medium budget includes Christmas presents that count under the tree: sneakers and sports shoes, club jerseys, sweats, tracksuits, and bags, from adidas, Puma, Asics, Hummel, Reebok, Under Armour, or Macron. Useful gifts that can be worn all year round, for a sporty friend or a style enthusiast.
The main gift under the tree, for a sporty friend or style lover.
adidas, Puma, Asics, Reebok : what sets each brand apart
Each brand has its own specialty. adidas and Puma were born from the separation of two brothers in Herzogenaurach, Bavaria: Rudolf Dassler founded Puma in 1948, Adolf registered adidas the following year, and the two companies have been competing ever since on the football fields. The Japanese brand Asics takes its name from the Latin phrase Anima Sana In Corpore Sano and has built its reputation on the GEL cushioning of its running shoes. Reebok, born in England, popularised fitness in the 1980s with the Freestyle, the first shoe designed for women's aerobics, and its archive models are still popular in the city.
By brand
Gift ideas are organised by brand:
Hummel, Macron, Under Armour : brands for enthusiasts
For a team sports fan, Hummel and Macron are all about club culture. Hummel, founded in Hamburg in 1923 before becoming Danish, is recognised by the chevrons on its sleeves and outfits many handball and football teams. The Italian brand Macron, established in Bologna, supplies football, rugby and basketball clubs, and its club sweatshirts and polos are popular with supporters. Under Armour, founded in 1996 by Kevin Plank, a former American football player from the University of Maryland, built its reputation on technical base layers that wick away sweat. Great choices for those training in clubs or gyms.
Other Christmas ideas
The Christmas selection is also available for men, for women, for children, by sport, in the top gifts, and the selection delivered in time for Christmas reassures those who order late. Find all the ideas on the Christmas page.
Size, shoe size, gift receipt: making a wearable gift work
Textile or footwear gifts require knowing the size without raising suspicion. For a pair of trainers, discreetly measure the insole of a shoe already worn, in centimetres, and compare it to the brand's guide: the same shoe size can vary between manufacturers. For a hoodie or tracksuit, the label on a favourite garment gives the size, and a loose fit tolerates a small error. A club jersey should be chosen in the supporter version, which is easier to wear than the authentic, very fitted version. Including the receipt or a gift receipt in the package makes exchanges easier after the holidays.
End-of-year bargains
Good deals can also be found in the bargains, promotions, clearance, sales, Black Friday. The new arrivals showcase the latest collections, and items shipped within 24 hours are prepared and dispatched in just 24 hours. The key events of the year follow a stable order: the Black Friday in late autumn, the year-end holidays, the winter sales, the French Days in spring, then the summer sales and the back-to-school season.
Frequently asked questions
What gift idea for a sporty man at Christmas?
A training jacket, a sports bag, or a suitable pair of shoes for his discipline, whether it’s running, gym or football. A jersey from his club also hits the mark, especially if it features his favourite player's name.
What gift idea for a woman who loves sport and fashion?
A soft hoodie, a technical legging that works from the gym to the city, or a pair of retro trainers, like the archive models from Asics or Reebok. Pieces that can be worn daily as well as during workouts.
What gift to offer a football-loving teenager?
A jersey from his favourite team remains the classic choice, along with a club tracksuit or a quality football. For a registered player, a pair of appropriate boots for his usual pitch is highly anticipated, as long as you know his shoe size.
Can you exchange a Christmas gift bought online?
An online purchase grants a fourteen-day withdrawal period from the moment the parcel is received. Ordering very early thus reduces the margin after the holidays: you should check the return conditions before finalising.
What tracksuit to give for winter?
A brushed fleece tracksuit, warm and soft, is suitable for relaxation and commuting. For outdoor training, a polyester jacket and tapered pants with ankle zips dry faster and can be slipped on over shoes.
