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By
Cherelle Mukoko
on
12th October 2022
With only 74 days until Christmas, I'm sure husbands, sons and dads alike are beginning to frantically panic about what gifts they need to purchase for their nearest and dearest. For those among us who are organised & want to start the (stressful) festivities early, contributor Cherelle Mukoko has put together a unique gift guide so you can treat the special women in your lives this Christmas!
In this list, I have put together a diverse range of luxurious and indulgent products to suit everyone. Whether you’re looking for something classic or straight out of a box, this guide has you covered!
Tried, tested and loved by three generations of the royal family, this unbelievably effective bath oil will transport you to the spa. The delicious, luxurious and aromatic blend of essential oils is designed to ease stress and relax tension in both body and mind and boy... does it do just that! The scent is so unique and is like nothing else on the market in my opinion. This bath oil is the perfect staple for your nighttime rituals with therapeutic and meditative properties. Olverum also has an array of other beautiful products that will compliment this bath oil perfectly.
Bang & Olufsen is launching Beoplay HX – the Danish audio pioneer’s latest headphones which provide a powerful and authentic sound experience with digital ANC, and up to 35 hours of playtime and elevated comfort. Bang & Olufsen has used the finest materials for Beoplay HX to create the most luxurious headphones, incorporating soft leather and polished aluminium for aesthetics as well as their ability to enhance comfort, acoustics, and durability. Thanks to a revamped headband which has a centre-relief zone for long-time wear, the ergonomic design of Beoplay HX ensures that the headphones can be worn all day in total comfort for a broad variety of head sizes. The headphones also boast impeccable call clarity and Bang & Olufsen's phenomenal signature sound thanks to two custom designed 40mm, speaker drivers, with neodymium magnets and bass ports. Available in Black Anthracite, Sand, Timber, Dark Maroon, and Gold. Available from November 1st.
Sunglasses are a true fashion statement. With fashion icons wearing shades come rain or shine it’s definitely the gift that keeps on giving. Handcrafted with eco-friendly acetate and mineral lenses, the unisex Nicholson frame boasts a sleek and stylish rectangular shape. The frame is part of Serengeti’s Creator Capsule collection within its SS22 collection. Available in Shiny Tortoise Havana, Shiny Black, Shiny Crystal Green, Shiny Crystal Blue, and Shiny Crystal Taupe Grey.
It's difficult to gift skincare without truly knowing an individual's skin type/concerns. Blur London is a pioneering skincare brand that leads the way in skin-specific products designed for oily and combination skin. A unique, certified vegan and cruelty-free, daily skincare collection, without fragrances, alcohols, and sulphates. BLUR LONDON is dedicated to transforming skincare challenges and optimising skin health and wellbeing through innovation. The brand is set to unite a community of consumers who have waited for a brand that directly meets their needs without compromise. That wait is now over!
Torabhaig Allt Gleann showcases the wealth of skill and understanding of the complex process to go against the grain of traditional heavier peated and medicinal whiskies to create a well-tempered and well-balanced whisky with ‘elegantly rugged’ refined smoky notes and a maritime influence.
Bottled in small batches drawn from no more than 30 casks each on the beautiful Isle of Skye, Allt Gleann is the second of four releases in the Torabhaig Legacy series of limited bottling.
It is aged in first-fill bourbon and refill whisky casks and bottled at 46%.
£52
Valentino bag
A good quality designer handbag is hard to come by these days, with demands and prices increasing, it’s all about finding that luxury bargain. This Valentino cross-body bag is an absolute steal and the perfect addition to any Autumn or Winter outfit. Available in a chic grey colour, you can be sure the special lady in your life will be wearing this again and again.
Giving the perfect piece of jewellery will always be a timeless gesture. Nothing compliments a woman more than a simple stand-out piece of jewellery. A pair of gold hoop earrings complete any outfit, whether you’re having a casual day out or getting glammed up for a night on the town, these gold-plated Misho hoops are the perfect blend of classic and trendy.
Who doesn’t love a sweet treat? Move over mince pies - Crosstown has unwrapped its Christmas 2022 collection of festive flavours and sweet treats, guaranteed to make Santa smile this Christmas, featuring three doughnuts, two dough bites, two biscuits, three ice creams and curated gifting options – launching Friday 21 October with next day delivery across the UK. Even the most health-conscious wouldn’t want to give this a miss. Crosstown is a scratch bakery in London specialising in sourdough doughnuts, small-batch ice cream, homemade cookies, extraordinary chocolate, and speciality coffee. The company was founded in 2014 by JP Then and Adam Wills, starting as a street food stall. Crosstown has since grown into an omnichannel retailer and currently has 25 sites across, a store in Cambridge and Oxford, online nationwide ordering, events, catering, and wholesale segments.
Holycosy Bedding
What most of us love about the winter season is cosy nights cuddled up by the fire, with hot cocoa in one hand and your lover in the other. Creating the perfect space that’s luxurious and comfortable can be fun and heartwarming. A good night’s sleep on those cold winter nights is essential and Holy cosy has the answer to your bedding dreams. Holy cosy offers luxury bedding designed with very high-quality fabric. Not only is it functional, but it has proven itself to be extremely loveable too.
Currently, two types of finishes are available – 100% Cotton, 300 thread count with a Sateen weave (for a silky-smooth finish), and a 100% Cotton 130gsm Lightweight Flannel (for a super soft, cashmere-like feel that is ideal for getting cosy in the colder months). Their products are made by the finest textile experts in Portugal, to ensure that every single piece achieves the highest standard of quality and durability.
We are all familiar with the popular rum brand Bacardi, but how about this 1862 family-inspired recipe? BACARDÍ Reserva Ocho 8-year-old rum is known as The Family Reserve. It is a complex golden rum with a deep, layered and mellow flavour of dried fruits, spices and oaky vanilla. The perfect pairing for at-home cocktail making, whether that be an Ocho Old Fashioned, Old Cuban or Negrocho (just like a Negroni, but with the richness of BACARDÍ Ocho).
Not just a gift for Christmas but all year round. Luxury Swiss skincare brand Cellcosmet has the ultimate glow collection. With more than three decades of cosmetic science dedicated solely to your beauty, this gift is an investment that the receiver will truly thank you for. The skincare gift set collection comes in an elegant white case trimmed in gold perfect for gift giving, it includes CellCollagen Face and Neck mask, CellLift Serum 30 ml and CellLift Cream 50 ml.
Vegan, sustainable gummy brand Imarais is taking the skin and hair supplement industry by storm. Imarais is the first gummy brand to attain PETA accreditation which speaks volumes. Their hero products consist of Glow skincare gummies and the Nourish hair gummies. The reviews and before and after photos are really making this a front-runner supplement brand. The packaging is super luxurious and they taste pretty awesome too. Imarais have also recently undergone a clinical study featuring 25 subjects across all skin types (ages between 18-65) conducted by the renowned Princeton Consumer Research Corporation. After 60 days, 91% of subjects said their skin felt & looked moisturised, 87% of subjects said their skin felt hydrated, and 87% of subjects said their skin had a healthy glow. There was also a 17.75% improved skin hydration claim.
From the award-winning Rapid Lash family comes Rapid Brow, an innovative eyebrow-enhancing serum with the exclusive Hexatein 2 Complex formula that conditions and enhances the appearance of brows as quickly as 60 days. There are so many eyebrow treatments on the market from brow lamination to micro-blading, having the perfect brows have become a huge must-have for beauty lovers. Rapid lash is such a huge success with many women raving about it, we have no doubt they have put the time and effort in to create a groundbreaking formula for the brows.
If you’re looking for that unique out-of-the-box gift then Impala roller skates are the answer. With a range of impressive colours and hues, this gift isn’t just perfect for the professional roller skater but perfect for a fun new hobby or to keep fit. Impala is all about self-expression, creativity and building connections through community, Impala is for everyone. Their skates are vegan friendly and the brand has partnered with the National Forte Foundation, we love a brand that’s doing right by Mother Earth.
From £95.99
PMD Clean PRO Jade
This is the ultimate daily self-care gift. We the last few years the world has faced, self-care is a priority for many of us. With many of us juggling responsibilities, we don’t always have the time to hit the spa but with the PMD clean PRO Jade, you can bring the spa home. Jade is renowned for its skin-calming properties. The Jade stone is highly calming and balancing, which aids in reducing irritation while improving skin elasticity. You can use the PMD Clean PRO Jade stone in combination with the self-heating Activewarmth feature to massage skincare products into the skin, or alternatively use the device while it is cold.
This device combines PMD’s patented SonicGlow technology with soothing Jade crystal to turn your cleansing routine into a luxurious treatment, leaving your complexion clearer, rejuvenated and glowing.
In a world where bags are not merely accessories but statements of identity, Cabanni stands out by crafting high-quality, luxury leather bags that combine timeless style with practical elegance.
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