When Not Socks NZ (notsocks.co.nz) closed their doors in December 2024, it left a big gap in the New Zealand gifting world. Like many of you, we felt a little sad, they were a much-loved place for quirky, clever gifts, and heaps of Kiwis counted on them for everything from Secret Santa surprises to stocking fillers.
But here’s the good news: if you’ve been searching for Not Socks NZ gifts, an alternative to Not Socks, or even their famous Crate of Crap, you’ve landed in the right place. Funky Gifts NZ has been around since 2019! That's even before Not Socks launched their site and the best news is that we’re still here, keeping the fun, laughter, and quirky Kiwi gifts flowing, each and every day!
We Miss Them Too – But We’ve Got Your Back
A lot of you shopped with both Funky Gifts NZ and Not Socks over the years, and we get it, they definitely had a fantastic range (who could forget the Crate of Crap?). It’s always a shame to see a local business go, especially one that helped make gifting fun.
But don’t stress, you’re not out of options. At Funky Gifts, we’ve been part of the NZ gifting scene for over 16 years, and we’re not going anywhere. We’re locally owned, hold stock right here in New Zealand, and we've been stocking up for 2025 Christmas season to make sure you don’t miss out.
So, whether you used to fill your cart on notsocks.co.nz or you’re just discovering us now, we’re here to keep your gifting game strong.
Quirky Kiwi Gifts for Every Occasion
Whether you’re hunting for:
🎁 Secret Santa gifts that don’t end up forgotten in a drawer
🎁 Stocking fillers that bring actual laughs on Christmas morning
🎁 Corporate christmas gifts that are unique, thoughtful, and a little bit different
🎁 A present for that funny uncle or the hard-to-buy-for friend
🎁 Or a tongue-in-cheek option like a mystery box or secret Santa surprise (our take on the old Crate of Crap)
…we’ve got you covered. Our collection is full of the weird, the wonderful, and the downright awesome – the same kind of clever, quirky Kiwi gifts you loved at Not Socks.
Why Choose Funky Gifts NZ?
We’ve been here since 2019 – long before Not Socks arrived on the scene.
We’re local – orders ship fast because we hold stock in New Zealand.
We’re ready for 2025 – we’re expanding and stocking up so no one misses out.
We get gifting – from cheeky and fun to stylish and practical, our range is designed to surprise and delight.
Gift-wrapping & hand-written cards – add the perfect finishing touch, ready to go straight under the tree.
The Future of Quirky Gifting in NZ
While we’ll always miss Not Socks, Funky Gifts NZ is here to keep the spirit alive. The fun, the laughter, the “oh my gosh, where did you find this?” moments – that’s what we’re all about.
So if you’ve been Googling “Not Socks NZ gifts,” “Crate of Crap,” “quirky Kiwi gifts,” or looking for an alternative to Not Socks, you’ve found us. Whether it’s for Christmas, birthdays, anniversaries, or just-because gifts, we’re here to make sure New Zealand doesn’t lose its quirky gift magic.
👉 Check out our latest arrivals and get your 2025 gifting sorted – fast, fun, and 100% Kiwi.
❓ Not Socks FAQ
What happened to Not Socks NZ?
Not Socks NZ (notsocks.co.nz) closed in December 2024, leaving a gap in the quirky gift market. Funky Gifts NZ is here to fill that space with fun, unique gifts.
Does Funky Gifts sell Crate of Crap?
Not exactly. The Crate of Crap was a cheeky Not Socks product. While we don’t stock it, we do have plenty of quirky, funny, and mystery-style gifts in the same playful spirit.
Is Funky Gifts NZ locally owned?
Yes! We’re proudly NZ-owned and operated. We hold stock locally and ship fast across the country.
Why choose Funky Gifts NZ?
We’ve been around since 2019, offer lightning-fast delivery, gorgeous gift wrapping with handwritten cards, and a huge range of unusual, high-quality gifts.