I’m you you feel these same as me and nowadays there seems to be so many people these days we have to buy for. Now, there’s a good chance that today’s post could be the most important thing you’ll read today. So we get to some of the most important Christmas presents you will buy this year. The smallest of errors can be the difference in making an impact for all the right reasons and equally for all the wrong ones.
Journalist, Academic and now Author Hannah Kane’s brilliant new book, The Style Thesaurus, should be an essential read for everyone. Style can be used to fit in or to stand out, to send different messages and, with the right knowledge, it can also be adjusted according to mood or occasion. The Style Thesaurus examines a wide range of looks, investigates their roots in history and culture, and shows how they can be curated or combined.
Journalist, Academic and now Author Hannah Kane’s brilliant new book, The Style Thesaurus, should be an essential read for everyone. Style can be used to fit in or to stand out, to send different messages and, with the right knowledge, it can also be adjusted according to mood or occasion. The Style Thesaurus examines a wide range of looks, investigates their roots in history and culture, and shows how they can be curated or combined.
M&S have outdone themselves this year with their classic Christmas wicker is full of festive flavours to enjoy. A perfect present, this selection includes a generous slice of Iced Fruit Cake, Chocolate and Speculoos Cookies & Cream Biscuits, Christmas Spiced Tea, Merry Berry Jam and more, all neatly presented in a wicker basket. However, one improvement we would suggest to make this the perfect gift idea would be the additional of a little seasonal spirits in the form of maybe a bottle of their Marmalade Gin or their Conte Priuli Prosecco.
How far would you travel for a chilled flute of Veuve Clicquot‘s champagne? You needn’t make the journey to Reims to enjoy a glass, but this personalised tin, containing a bottle of delicious Brut NV, tells you how many kilometres you are from the historic label’s estate in the northeastern French city. A placename of your choice will be printed in bold lettering on the front of this vibrant arrow-shaped tin alongside the exact distance from the famous Champagne House.
LARGE GEOMETRIC MULTICOLOUR SCARF by Jo Gordon. This Soft smooth jacquard knit, one side patterned, the other soft contrasting stripes of tweed.
Knitted in Leicestershire, England by a skilled craftsman who has over 50 years’ experience in the knit industry. Working solely for us, he is the only knitter in the UK who can knit such complex patterns using this many colours in one scarf. Can be worn draped over the shoulders for dramatic effect, wrapped round to keep you cosy on a winter’s day, or laid over your sofa for some interior colour and pattern.
You can’t go wrong with jewellery as a gift ideas and we have a cracker idea for you this time. The word ‘Grá’ meaning love in Irish. Show the unconditional love you have for your partner, friends or family with our ‘Grá’ necklace from Fada Jewellery which comes in Gold or Silver.
Create the quintessential aroma of the season with this bestselling fragrance, Holiday. This exquisitely fragranced Classic Candle from Nest New York, features the iconic scent’s blend of pomegranate, mandarin orange, pine, cloves, and cinnamon with a hint of vanilla and amber.
This Barwell Cut Crystal Champagne Coupe, Set of Four can’t help but add a touch of glamour to the festive proceedings. Since 2010, the Barwell range has been synonymous with the Soho Houses, from Greek Street in London to New York. It was designed by its namesake, Soho House Design’s Managing Director Marcus Barwell, who created the concept while working across in West Hollywood and Miami clubs.
Founder ‘Nick Jones wanted the US Houses to nod to old Hollywood glamour, so I looked to the 1920s for inspiration and sourced hand-cut crystal to bring the feeling of elegance we needed,’ explains Marcus Barwell.
Sleep for Britain in these gorgeous pyjamas. It’s the detail and finish that makes them so special. They’re cut from the same lightweight cloth British Boxers use for their private-label Jermyn Street production, and comprise a traditional rounded-collar jacket with a curved hem and a breast pocket, and tie-waist trousers with handy side pockets (by popular demand!). The jacket is finished to perfection with piping along the collar, pocket and cuffs. If you’re unsure about which size to choose, they recommend rounding up for a looser fit and maximum comfort. The ultimate in luxurious loungewear.
These little babies are the is Milly WP from Grenson, the WP stands for waterproof. The upper leather is impregnated with oils at the tannery making it resistant to water penetration for hours.
The waterproof mesh lining is made in an adapted way as a bag to keep moisture out even though the boots are still Goodyear welted.
The signature chelsea boot design has been adapted with added heel and toe bumpers, collar padding and speed lacing. The boots have leather storm welts and hardwearing Vibram commando soles.
