CLOTHES MAKE THE MAN

OK then, its Mum’s turn to give you guys a couple of helpful hints on what to buy one, if not THE most important lady in your life.
So if you haven’t given any thought to what you’re going to buy the lady that gave birth to you, now is the time to start a thinking. As always we are on hand to take the stress out of these eventualities and give you gift ideas not only to suit each and every budget but every conceivable likes of each and every Mother out there.

Combining pure fragrances and chic packaging, Diptyque candles have been a favourite in stylish homes for more than 40 years. This set of three mini candles is a great way to introduce this  delicious  brand into your home; set includes Baies, Diptyque’s best selling candle – a bouquet of roses and blackcurrant leaves, Figuier – the warmth of fig wood, the freshness of its leaves and the milky sap prolong the pleasure of Philosykos eau de toilette. Roses – an armful of tender, changing roses that lightly evoke the world’s most universally loved flowers. What Mum could resist ?

These versatile gloves boast butter-soft Twinface sheepskin with an exposed shearling bow, bringing a feminine touch to UGG’s rugged luxury. Instantly identifiable as crafted by one of Australia’s most famous brands, this pair is much warmer than wool or cotton styles. Get Mum to pull them on when temperatures are particularly biting and note how supremely insulating they are.

Next up, give Mum the day off and let her put her feet up and experience a little bit of Luxury with this matching set of Pure Cashmere Ribbed Round Neck Jumper and matching joggers from Marks & Spencer. This gift will ensure it’s a Merry Christmas for Mum.

For over 30 years Marc Jacobs has pushed the boundaries of modern fashion, perfectly blending a playful aesthetic with timeless elegance. Delicate and refined with its link chain design, this bracelet is detailed with an enamel disc and smaller charms, ensuring it’s perfect with both casual and formal silhouettes and mums alike.

British through and through, Mulberry was founded in 1971 in Somerset, England, Over he years the brand has gained a cult following for its heritage-inspired style. Showcasing Creative Director Johnny Coca’s keen eye for detail and perfection with its faultless stitching and clean lines, this card holder is finished with the label’s signature brand stamp. Expertly crafted from leather with a soft grain, this perfectly-proportioned piece features five card slots.

Globally celebrated for its contribution to textile manufacturing, Johnstons of Elgin draws upon over two centuries of expertise to create  exceptional goods that and capsulate pure luxury. Produced in sumptuously soft cashmere, this plain scarf is simply finished with traditional tasselled hems for a classic look.

This gift set from Sukin Organics, is a perfect range for oil balancing to target anti-pollution, oil control and blemish prevention and includes a Purifying Gel Cleanser, a Clarfying Facial Tonic and a Mattifying Facial Moisturiser.

Thomas Sabo pride themselves on blending exquisite design and feminine sportiness – the delicate rose gold finish, interacting with shiny stainless steel, makes this chronograph watch an absolutely timeless companion for any occasion. Particular accents include the zirconia stone-embellished bezel and the shimmering dial with its sunray finish, no Mum could resist.

Ahhhhh what better gift idea to give, particularly if your stuck for a gifting inspiration than grooming products, whether that be shavers, shaving products, the heavenly spectrum of Fragrances or any gift set catering to your body, skin or hair wants and needs, we’ve got it covered for you. You’ll see below a selection of the best of the best, the crime de la creme of what the grooming world has to offer you from their perfectly looking, scented selections.

The Mr. Burberry aftershave splash sees Burberry capture London and all its moments, fusing inherent scents of British perfumery with a medley of unexpected ingredients. Summing the whole Burberry brand up in a fragrance, it’s classic yet contemporary; sophisticated and sensual, it features fresh and crafted top notes of crisp zesty grapefruit, cut with a seductive base of earthy vetiver and smokey guaiac wood. The bottle itself is inspired by the label’s iconic trench coat, clad with signature design details.

Remember the eyes are the gateway to your soul and all that partying over the festive season can take its toll on oneself, so look for help when it’s offered. This time round in the shape of Kiehls lightweight Age Defender Power Serum boasts a powerful cypress extract rich formula designed to fight the key signs of aging. Reducing the visibility of fine lines and wrinkles, this ultra-absorbent serum from the renown American skincare brand smoothes and firms skin texture to give a refined appearance.

Offer the gift of perfect coiffed hair with Bumble & bumble’s Look Sharp. ON THE FLY hair kit for men. Featuring three of the label’s cult favourites, including Thickening Shampoo, Thickening Conditioner and Sumotech, they make a great introductory to the label and are perfectly sized for fuss-free styling on-the-go.

Shaving can aggravate and irritate your skin, so counteract the effects with the Men Hydration Collection from skincare experts, Clarins.  Featuring a 2-in-1 shampoo and body wash, nourishing hand cream, toning facial cleanser and an after-shave balm for soft, soothed skin after razor burn, it comes with everything you need to keep your skin in tip top condition regardless of stubborn hair removal.

Regal. Rich. Addictive. Private Blend Tobacco Oud eau de parfum by Tom Ford explores a secret history of addictive Arabic passions – crafting fragrances from precious oud wood resin and smoking aromatic tobacco. It intertwines mesmerising oud with an idealised Arabic tobacco accord inspired by ‘Dokha’ a blend of herbs, flowers and spiced-laden tobacco. Available alongside the Oud Wood Shower Gel and Body Spray, it makes a truly covetable gift to give, or keep.

Ohhhh please forgive me for this one which is a little self indulgent but undeniably a classic, takes me back to my youth and a unique fragrance. This refreshing aftershave lotion spray leaves skin refreshed, comfortably smooth and lightly scented with the warm, subtle notes of Dior Fahrenheit.

Opt for Braun’s efficiency and comfort with the 8-in-one precision face and head trimming kit. Including everything you could possibly need to satisfy your wider grooming needs, with the trimmer are four combs covering 13 precision length settings, a detail trimmer for achieving fine, close-up looks and an ear and nose trimmer. There is also a free Gillette Fusion ProGlide razor with Flex Ball technology included.

Sukin’s Body Wash For Men is created with Aloe Vera, Baobab Extract, Sesame and Jojoba Oils to clean and hydrate the body. A blend of Cinnamon and Citrus refreshes the senses, ideal for washing away all those regrets of 2017 fresh and ready for the new start of 2018.

In the words of Noddy Holder, “It’s Christmas!!!”, well nearly. Yes it’s the first of our annual indispensable Christmas posts offering you essential information, tips and suggestions to make this Christmas THE best one ever ! The season of goodwill is virtually upon us, but more importantly, it is the season known for its appetite to eat, drink and make merry. Now, party season can mean all different things to all different people, whether that be singing your heart out to the Pogues ‘Fairytale of New York’ at 3 O’Clock in the morning, being lost in a haze of twinkling fairy lights whilst kissing the one you love under the mistletoe or meeting up with friends and sharing a mince pie and mulled wine or six at a Christmas Market. Whatever the festive season may mean to you, how about the party comes to you, yes a party in a box in the shape of a hamper. I know, you normally think of hampers stuffed full of festive goodies and being the ideal gift for the foodie in your family, but they really are so much more.

And what better way to experiencing these delicacies than aiming high and luxurious, yes lots of retailers have created luxury hampers in all sorts of guises for this year, but it is Christmas so go on and spoil yourself with one of the best, in the shapely and ever so sumptuous selection from Harvey Nichols. This Yuletide the luxury lifestyle retailer has over fifteen hamper selections to whet your appetite and spoil over. So whether you’re after a quiet Christmas with your partner and the Christmas A Deux tickles your festive fancy or for when the whole family descend for a Yuletide get together The Crowd Pleaser will satisfy your seasonal delectations.

The one that caught our eye and we felt was best suited for really getting you in the festive spirit, that’s spirt not spirits, and ideal for getting the party started was the geniusly named, ‘Party Starter’. Jammed full of their own seasonal delights including, two bottles of Harvey Nichols Prosecco Di Valdobbiadene NV, Two bottles of Harvey Nichols Sauvignon Blanc, a bottle of Harvey Nichols Gin and a bottle of Harvey Nichols Vodka, plus 6 bottles of Tonic Water With A Hint Of Cucumber And Lime. Then if that wasn’t enough, a tub of Harvey Nichols Jumbo Cashews, Cheese & Pepper Straws, Mixed Olives With Pepper & Chilli, Mini Balsamic Vinegar, Mini Olive Oil, Pork And Sloe Gin Rillette, Duck With Grand Marnier Rillette, Spiced Black Olive Paste, Cheddar Cheese Nibbles, Olive Oil & Rosemary Biscuits and if that wasn’t enough 10 Copper Drinking Straws, but no partridge in a pear tree, phew. What possibly more could you need, literally a case of just add people and Viola a Festive gathering worthy of a picture perfect Christmas card scene.

So if that wasn’t enough to tempt you, depending on how quickly you need your hamper, they have the right option for you, from classic Standard to convenient Collect in Store, the choice is yours.