This is my third year of putting together a Christmas gift guide. It features items I have personally used or bought for friends and family. I carry on doing these edits because I often get asked for ideas and suggestions and so I hope this serves as some inspiration if you need it. There are a few products that feature every year because they are just too good to miss out.
Book
Yoga for Stiff Birds by Marion Deuchars
Just loved the title of this book and actually it's really useful. Simple pose and flow suggestions with illustrations.
Hardback £8.28
Candle
Space NK Winter Pine
Smells like you're in the middle of a snow carpeted forest (pine, eucalyptus and rosemary).
£16.00 - 26.00
Make up - Personalised
*Featured the last two years*
Donna May London Vegan Lay Flat Make up Bag
Can be personalised with name initial and good choice of colours to choose from. A brilliant way to view all of your make up at the same time.
There are also a selection of lower priced fabric versions too
£32
Make up
Victoria Beckham Satin Kajal Liner
The best eye pencil I've used. Lots of great colours, soft and really workable, stays put and has a very useful smudger on the other end of the pencil to create a smokey eye effect. Oh yes, and it comes with its own sharpener.
£30.00
Book
Beastie Boys Book
No 1 New York Times Bestseller. It tells the story of the Beastie Boys. Nostalgic.
Hardback £27.69
Skincare
Charlotte Tilbury Magic Lip Oil
The best lip oil I have tried. It doesn't feel greasy on the lips and is effective at moisturising and creating a protective barrier for the lips. I use it like a lip mask before bed. Feels luxurious and super effective.
£28
Home
Laboratorio Olfattivo Fragrance Diffusers
These last for months and have continue to smell throughout that time. My favourite is Incensamente.
£39.00
Personal
Membership to a museum i.e. The Victoria & Albert Museum
There are so many incredible exhibitions here with access to the members cafe too.
£77.00 or £112.00
Book
The Seven Husbands of Evelyn Hugo by Taylor Jenkins Reid
The most enjoyable fictional story I have read this year! Hollywood glamour, scandal, true love and a massive twist that might leave you in tears.
Paperback £5.00
Jewellery
Monica Vinader
Beautiful necklaces, rings, earrings, bracelets and more.
From around £25
Skincare
*Featured the last two years*
L'Occitane Intensive Hand Balm
The best hand balm in the world (again, in my opinion) for very dry skin. L'Occitane also offer a hand cream in the same range which is another great choice. They come in a variety of sizes too.
£9.00 to £26.50
Clothing
Hush PJs
Lots of beautiful cozy designs.
From around £30 upwards (these are £65)
Book
My Hygge Home - How to make home your happy place by Meik Wiking
I've enjoyed several of Meik's books and this is no exception. Tips on ways to make your home a happy place to be. Based on new research from the Happiness Institute in Copenhagen.
£14.46
Food
*Featured for the last two years*
Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser
The best hot chocolate you can make in your own kitchen. Lots of different flavours available including alcoholic additions.
£99.95
Book
Where's Bowie
Search for Bowie in different locations like Studio 54, space etc. Like Where's Wally, but Bowie.
£9.99
Home
*Featured last year*
Neom Wellbeing Pod Essential Oil Diffuser
I absolutely love this pod, it's so effective at fragrancing a room plus it looks really stylish £95.00
There are several starter packs which include a variety of essential oils too
Mini Pod available from £50
Book
Walk Yourself Happy by Julia Bradbury
How walking can improve your life, looking at the link between our own health (both physical and mental) and nature.
£10.99
Kids
Elf Monopoly
Who doesn't love a game of Monopoly? Combine this with the epic Christmas film Elf!
£28.95
Make up
Charlotte Tilburys Hollywood Flawless Filter
An incredible product which can instantly give your skin an instant glow. I wouldn't be without it. There are lots of different shades to choose from.
£39.00
Food
*Featured last year*
Lindt Milk Chocolate Santa, mini santas, mini teddy bears etc. The mini santas and bears come in packs of five and can be split up and given to different recipients. Cute stocking fillers.
£1.50 - £3.00
Book
Rest to Reset by Suzy Reading
The busy person's guide to pausing with purpose. Most of us don't feel comfortable with intentionally resting. This is a great read which gives you permission to do so.
Hardback £19.31
Personal Care
Donna May Perfume Atomiser
The perfect way to carry your favourite perfume in your bag. Simply decant your fragrance into this compact atomiser in the most simple way. Great stocking filler.
£7.45
Puzzle
If a puzzle isn't a great way to slow down and pause I don't know what is. I'm not a puzzle connoisseur, a 500 piece is good for me.
Lots of choice on amazon.
£11.19
Home
Diptyque Oranger candle
Subtly smells like Christmas wintery spices. Burns beautifully and smells as good at the bottom as it does at the top of the candle.
£65
Book
*Featured last year*
Extraordinary Women in History
Remarkable women who made a difference, inspired and broke barriers.
£9.18
Book
The Science of Nutrition - Rhiannon Lambert
A really informative and easy to read book about nourishing your body.
£12.00
