Most people think the key to Christmas cooking is timing. The turkey must rest for exactly 45 minutes, the roast potatoes need shaking at precisely the 30-minute mark, and the sprouts should never, under any circumstances, be overcooked.

But anyone who’s spent a December in the kitchen knows the truth: it’s all about the knives. WÜSTHOF, the 200-year-old German knife brand with seven generations of craftsmanship behind it, knows a thing or two about what makes a good blade.

Its Classic Colour collection takes that precision and adds a splash of personality, combining eight iconic blade shapes with seven food-inspired colours that look as good on your countertop or on displays as they feel in your hand.

Think Pink Himalayan Salt, Coral Peach, Velvet Oyster, Purple Yam, Tasty Sumac, Wild Blueberry, and the newest addition, Fresh Rosemary. Each one is borrowed straight from the culinary world, giving your chopping board the same vibrancy as your spice rack. These are knives designed not only to perform, but to express a bit of who you are.

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Because in a world of identical stainless-steel sameness, why shouldn’t your knife say something about you? Fresh Rosemary is the standout this festive season. Deep, calming and quietly confident, it takes its cue from the aromatic herbs that scent winter roasts and candlelit dinner parties. It’s elegant without being showy, sophisticated without trying too hard, and just the thing to ground your kitchen in the middle of Christmas chaos.

Picture the scent of herbs in the oven, snow outside the window, and that perfect balance of style and substance sitting in your knife block. The Classic Colour collection is WÜSTHOF's way of proving that functionality and flair can coexist happily ever after.

Each knife is forged from a single piece of stainless steel in the brand’s historic Solingen factory, with a handle that feels smooth, solid and perfectly balanced. They’re not just good-looking, they’re good at what they do. Which, at this time of year, might make them the most thoughtful gift you can give. So skip the novelty socks and scented candles. This festive season, give something genuinely useful, beautifully made and full of personality. Because your taste deserves a knife to match.

Shop Classic Colour now to find a personalised gift with a fresh dose of style this festive season by visiting wusthof.co.uk