Yes, you better watch out, you better not cry, better not pout I’m telling you why. Yes that’s right, he’s making a list and checking it twice; he’s gonna find out who’s naughty and nice. Ohhhh yes of course as all you good parents out there only know too well, we are sending ourselves, ever so slightly demented at the prospect of fulfilling our lil darlings wishes and ensuring all items on their Christmas list will manage by hook or by crook to be at the bottom of the tree come the wee hours of the 25th December.

So to make your life as easy as humanly possible, we’ve worked with The Stylish Dad section of our much beloved publication and only gone and collaborated with Santa’s favourite department store, ohhh and voted “Best Department Store in the World” at the Global Department Store Summits in 2010, 2012 and 2014, yes Selfridges to select some of the key goodies that will have your little ones squealing with delight. Plus, as you know we think girls are just as good as boys and we’ve tried to keep all of our selection pretty much gender neutral. So they should be suitable for him or her!

So for first up and infamous for their beautifully life-like designs, Rastar brings the world of cars to new, intricate heights. The Lamborghini Murcielago model has been cast in an eye-catching paintwork and features all of the Italian-brand’s hallmark qualities: a sleek body, modern rims, sport stripes, spring suspension and emblem at the front. With a touch to the remote control, you can drive it forward, backward, left or right until your heart is content.

Introduce your kids to a Classic, I’m sure your household like mine had this and it brought endless hours of fun. Say hello to deliciously creamy frozen treats from Mr Frosty’s Mr Frosty Ice Cream Factory. This delightful device lets you create your very own ice cream – then simply add whatever toppings you like. He always proves to be a cool hit in the summer. For tasty chilled creations, invite him along to birthday parties, barbecues and sunny afternoons in the garden.

Now next we have a truly magnificent toy, Roarin’ Tyler the playful tiger from Furreal is always ready to play. Make a noise he’ll roar back, talk to him and he’ll respond. With over 100 sound and motion combination, adjustable back legs, and closing eyes, he’ll provide hours of fun making him a perfect present for little ones and a sure favourite this Yuletide with certain demographics.

Now listen, you tell the likes of Giorgio Armani, Charlie Allen or Virgil Abloh that sewing is sissy or just for girls. The Cool Maker’s Sew ‘n’ Style set doesn’t require any thread, making it the safe, fun – and most of all – the coolest way for budding designers to act out their love of creating and customising fabric and accessories. Allowing them to magically stitch together fabric with style string, it comes with all they need to make five projects including glittery fabrics plus a pom pom attachment.

We loved this take on a Classic which is unbelievably 50 years old, our favourite yellow critters take over this world favourite board game in the form of Despicable Me Operation, where you must prove your skills and keep a steady hand to help fix Stuart the Minion. Win and earn extra points as your remove Stuart’s various Funatomy parts without setting off the buzzer.

The ‘Dress Up By Design‘ line of ride-on creatures by Travis are an exciting new way to keep parties and playtime full of laughter and imagination, think Bernie Clifton and his Ostrich in your own home ! What do you mean, Who’s Bernie Clifton? For lovers of prehistoric creatures, the dinosaur comes with glimmering spikes, a sit-in body design with shoulder straps and little Tyrannosaurus arms. Finished in an all-over scale design, it is ideal for both indoor and outdoor use, form an orderly queue.

Forget about your Christmas Jumpers, think about something from Ben & Lola that can be worn the other 364 days of the year. Plus, this product is made from organic cotton grown without the use of pesticides or synthetic fertilizers. That makes it healthier for the environment, the cotton farm workers, and for your children when they wear it. Also it is wonderfully soft. Suitable for boys and girls, in fact in a word it’s Super !

We don’t mean to  purposely lower the tone and despite usually shunning toilet humour away from the dinner table or party settings, this fun board game makes an exception. For small and big kids alike, take turns to spin the toilet paper roll and flush the toilet handle, but watch out you don’t get sprayed with Toilet Trouble a game for all the family!

Now tell me somebody who wouldn’t want a brand new spanking Mercedes ? Well, this brings the thrill of driving to even little people, Smartway provides fun and safe ride-on toys in officially licenced realistic-looking miniature versions of your favourite automobile brands. This Mercedes ML63 AMG ride-on electric car is a single seater based on the popular model, featuring nifty functions such as working lights, a horn at the steering wheel and MP3 player, and can be driven either using the pedal and wheel, or remotely (via the parental control). Woop

OMG for the last few months, I feel as though this next product is all I’ve heard about, in fact I could probably go onto Mastermind and have the life and times of this thing as my specialist subject! Yes hidden inside a magical, mysterious, speckled egg, two surprise Hatchimals, what ? I hear you cry, are waiting to be born! You obviously don’t have daughters or nieces of a certain age, I have both. With their Fluffy and big-eyed, which two will you get? This is the question on little girls lips across the globe this Christmas. Making sounds to tell you how they feel as well as telling each other jokes and playing games, little one’s will love caring for this adorable pair and getting to know their very flamboyant personalities, kinda of like the relationship of parent and children.

Lastly, but by no means least, I have two words for you. Versatile and fun. Yes the Mini 2 Go from Micro Scooter lets your child easily switch between standing and sitting. The convertible scooterfeatures a robust seat that can be attached, allowing kids to ride comfortably, with an ingenious storage drawer able to fit under the seat in sitting mode. Suitable from just 18 months, it will vastly improve your little ones motor skills and sense of balance whilst providing hours of fun.

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.