When it comes to the bespoke, the artisanal, and the "I-never-would-have-thought-of-that" kind of gifts, the Strand Arcade shines. There are few places in the city where you can buy a custom-made shirt, hand-milled spice mix, and luxury fragrance all under one roof—exactly what makes it the ultimate one-stop shop for the hard-to-buy-for this Christmas.

Tastes that lean toward the niche require a suitably considered gift, which is why we’ve taken four kinds of giftees—the luxury lover, the fragrance fanatic, the foodie, and the entertainer—and curated an edit of thoughtful gifts they’re guaranteed to adore. Consider this your guide to achieving gift-giving extraordinaire status.

The Luxury Lover

They have discerning taste and believe it’s always worth investing in quality. They own more than one custom-made shirt, because the fit is essential, and when it comes to shoes, they always say, “life is too short for bad ones.”

Cinnamon Lee Arch Horizontal Solitaire Ring, P.O.A from Courtesy of the Artist, Level 2 Georgia House Cut Blazer, $1350 from P.Johnson Femme, Level 1 Chanel Rectangle Sunglasses, $890 from Perfect Vision Optical, Ground Floor

The Fragrance Fanatic

People stop them in the street to ask what fragrance they’re wearing, and the answer is never a straight one. They’re a master of scent layering, had a fragrance wardrobe before it was cool and can successfully determine a perfume’s base, middle and top notes with a few whiffs.

Fresia Room Fragrance Diffuser, $155 from Santa Maria Novella, Ground Floor Safanad Eau de Parfum, $425 from Parfums de Marly, Ground Floor Black Cashmeran and Tonka Home Candle, $108 from Jo Loves, Ground Floor

The Foodie

They introduced you to sumac, fermented black beans and chilli crisp long before the masses knew about it, and the hottest ticket in town is an invite to one of their dinner parties. You wouldn’t dare buy them a cookbook — they have most of them anyway — but a left-field snack or condiment is always a safe bet.

Cast Iron Bread Oven, $540 from Le Creuset, Ground Level Australian Flavours Gift Pack, $65 from Gewurzhaus, Ground Level Milk Fig and Almond Biscotti Block, $14.90 from Haigh’s Chocolates, Ground Level

The Entertainer

They host at least once a month, and whether it’s a backyard barbecue, a proper afternoon tea or a laid-back happy hour, no detail is overlooked. They’re the only person you know whose mugs all match, there’s always a fresh bunch of flowers in the hall and they have a tablecloth for every occasion.

No. 1 Orange, Agarwood and Saffron Milk Cap Candle, $64 from Hunter Candles, Ground Level Grand Pebble Vase, $520 from Dinosaur Designs, Level 1 Tête à Tête Square Tablecloth, $219.95 from Maison Balzac, Level 1