David Wheeler/aremediasyndication.com.au
Nothing reveals one’s true colours quite like a bon bon. Bon bons or Christmas crackers have long been an added source of contention at Christmas lunch – coaxing the most dogged quest for victory even out of Grandma Gwen.
So, if you think your nearest and dearest can handle the heat, why not forgo the flimsy key-rings and nail clippers, and raise the stakes with a box of luxury Christmas crackers?
Read on for our curated edit of the best luxury Christmas crackers and bon bons for 2025 from the likes of Mestige and Glasshouse that will really stoke the fire of sibling rivalry this Yuletide.
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Our top picks for best luxury Christmas crackers
- Best fragrance crackers: Jo Malone London green and blue cracker, $85 at Myer
- Best beauty crackers: L’Occitane Christmas crackers, $49 at Adore Beauty
- Best food crackers: Koko Black A Bon Bon of Stars, $27.90 at Koko Black
- Best traditional/decorative crackers: Star luxury handmade Christmas crackers, $44.95 at Temple & Webster
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8 luxury Christmas crackers for the festive feast in 2025
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L’occitane Christmas crackers set of 4
This luxurious holiday Christmas cracker set from L’occitane features a mini beauty treat from the brands most coveted collection, adding a touch of Provençal cheer to your table.
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Jo Malone London green and blue cracker
Jo Malone’s iconic Christmas range takes the festive season to new heights. Featuring three iconic Jo Malone products in each cracker, infuse the festive season with one of these delights. Also available in a red and blue cracker.
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Koko Black A Bon Bon of Stars
Go galactic with Koko Black’s range of delicious bon bons, featuring a constellation of milk chocolate stars that are handcrafted with 100% natural ingredients and sustainably sourced cocoa.
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Ecoya mini hand cream bon bon
Available in three scents, including Hibiscus & Bergamot and Chilli Strawberry, these festive fragrances will add a little bit of whimsicality to your festive tablescape.
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Molton Brown coastal cypress & sea fennel Christmas cracker
In a timeless and versatile golden cracker, this fragrance-filled delight by Molton Brown exudes elegance. Featuring a travel fragrance and matching shower gel, the sea-soaked scent ties in nicely with the sunny Australian season.
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Wella Professionals ultimate smooth travel trio
Ensure the competitive spirits are high around the table with Wella Professionals deluxe travel trio, perfect for the luxury jet setter or beauty aficionado. Also available in a red cracker alternative, designed to repair hair inside and out.
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Glasshouse Fragrances Kyoto In Bloom Christmas bon bon set
This limited edition bon bon set features two personal fragrance miniatures that are an ode to spring, featuring notes of Camellia, Lotus and Amber.
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Star luxury handmade Christmas crackers 8-pack
For a more traditional approach, the bright stars of these handmade bon bons will surely help guide you to Christmas lunch.
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