I thought I’d kick start the new blog update with a festive gift guide for Her - so your mum, sister, bestie or yourself if you see anything you fancy. A few of the products I mention are also on my own Christmas list, pay attention Will and Mum, I love all of these products and think they make such lovely gifts. First up is of course a trusty perfume which you can never go wrong with as long as you know what type of scents someone likes. This one has been on my wish list for so long, it’s the Mason Margiela Replica Eau de Toilette in the Flower Market scent. This scent is beautiful if you like a floral scent of course, not to mention the perfume bottle. I love how each perfume scent is named after a moment such as Lazy Sunday Morning which is another scent in the collection. They also have candles which is a perfect winter gift for a nan or mum and great if someone’s recently moved house and you’re looking for a great house warming present as well.
Next up is lingerie and pyjamas sets which is a must in the winter and perfect for the girlfriend or wife. Topshop always have some beautiful sets if your looking for a more high street price, personally I prefer Topshop underwear over the boyfriend’s usual go to; Victoria Secret - however bear in mind your girlfriends size as Topshop aren’t great catering for bigger boobs sadly I don’t have this problem. Another great brand to check is & Other Stories who do stock online or if you live in one of the lucky cities that have a store well lucky you. If your feeling a bit spendy then head straight to Love Stories, again found online but worth the delivery cost. They have such beautiful lingerie whether your looking for comfy pyjamas or delicate lace bralettes.
I’m always asking for a book for Christmas whether it’s to actually read or just to look at pretty pictures in a wonderful coffee table book. On my Christmas list this year is Jeanne Damas’s In Paris book, to say I’m a fan of Jeanne Damas is an understatement, I'm always scrolling through her lovely instagram wondering why I’m also not living in Paris as I’m on my weekly commute to uni. A few others include Get Your Sh*t Together & You Do You by Sarah Knight as well as Feminists Don’t Wear Pink and other lies by Scarlett Curtis. I think self help books are always great especially given it’ll soon be January and everyone will be making their New Year’s resolutions, mine is always to be more organised so the Get Your Sh*t Together by Sarah Knight will be a priority to read first.
Makeup & skincare is never a fail, in my eyes you can never get enough, and I always love the makeup & skincare gift sets that get released around this time of year. Glossier is a great brand and as you can only get it online in the UK it’s more covetable. Know your audience, so if someone has their favourite products I’m sure they’ll appreciate a re-stock. If your shopping for someone who’s not tried the brand their sets is a great idea such as the Phase 1 set for the skincare lover or the highlighter and brow set for the makeup lover. A few other brands that always do great sets are Benefit, Nars & Charlotte Tilbury, I’ll leave a few linked below. Travel mini’s are another great idea for your jet setter.
I’m sure everyone has one by now but if that one person doesn’t then a polaroid camera is always a lovely gift. You can also stock up on film if they already have one, as I know I’m always running out. Another stocking filler you could get that person who loves taking snaps is a disposable camera, I’ve recently started stocking up and love how the photos turn out which is never as previously expected.
As a fashion publications student I always appreciate a magazine at Christmas especially considering they’re usually more than £5 and on a day to day basis food usually takes priority over magazines. There’s always a magazine to suit anyone, a few favourites include Suitcase, Oh Comely and The Gentlewoman.
Last but certainly not least is jewellery, the best gifts always come in a little box. Missoma is my go-to jewellery brand with their hoops and individual studs constantly on my wish list. I also love their necklaces especially the Lucy Williams collections. They are a little on the pricier side but will always be that piece of jewellery I keep forever and continue to wear day to day. Another brand I would love more pieces from is Eyland and also Astrid and Miyu have some lovely pieces.
Thanks for stopping by and look out for my next gift guide for Him. Happy shopping and have a wonderful Christmas!
