With Grafton Street Dublin illuminated in all her glittering glory, a welcoming beacon to the masses of bustling Christmas shoppers, and the Brown Thomas Christmas window treatments decorated in their festive trim, I am well and truly in the Christmas spirit!
That said, I know Christmas Gift buying can be stressful for some so, if you’re stumped for gift ideas for the ladies in your life or perhaps you’re like me and love scoping out something special to put on my own wishlist – don’t fret, I’ve done all the work for you.
Give the gift of great looking skin, fine fragrance, or a taste of France in more ways than one…the list goes on!
For your reading pleasure I have put together a Gift Guide Series for all of my readers, to impart some gift giving inspiration, take the stress out of gift ideas and sprinkle some festive cheer about! Check out my first Instalment: A Jo Malone Christmas – for luxury beauty inspiration from a brand that is coveted, especially at Christmas!
This edition is The LUXURY EDIT for HER. My advice?
Lists at the ready…
Macaroon Magic!
Pretty Food And Pretty Accessories?! That’s a Wrap!
Laduree: a blogger fave and will no doubt go down well with most of the female population. Pretty, delicious and accompanied by gorgeous accessories. What’s not to love? #winning
{Macaroons and Key chain set available from Laduree Dublin.}
Giving it Welly!
Stylish wellington boots from classic to cosy courtesy of Hunter Boots. Every fashionistas dream when the heavens open. A fashionable welly, who knew? Hunter did that’s who!
A BOOT-iful way to tackle the winter weather whilst remaining chic and totally Instagrammable…ticking all the boxes.
P.S. Christmas Tip! Living in London or just visiting? Check out the Hunter store on Regent Street, London for free wrapping service with every purchase.
{Shearling Lined Hunter Boots.}
Joyful Jewellery:
Every woman loves a bit of sparkle at Christmas so when it comes to gifts, jewellery really is a no-brainer!
Acclaimed jewellery company Thomas Sabo celebrate their renowned Charm Club’s 10th Anniversary this year with literally every charm imaginable in the collection.
{The Thomas Sabo Love Bridge Collection.}
Their Love Bridge Collection is the latest release and is simply stunning.
Make moments last and get your special piece engraved – similar to declaring ones love on a love-lock on the streets of Paris, the message can be anything from a celebration of love, to friendship and everything in between.
Want to know more? Check out my write up on the Love Bridge Collection Launch in July and find what piece instantly made it onto my Christmas list! #christmasinjuly Here’s hoping…
Top Tip: Complimentary engraving is available, ask in-store for details.
Caravelle New York:
Countdown to the New Year in style with highly regarded U.S watch makers, Caravelle New York, who are gradually rolling out their merchandise around Ireland.
Gorgeous, fine quality watches without the hefty price tag?! SCORE!
{I got up close and personal with some of Caravelle New York’s watch selection after my panel at BLOGGERCONF! My heart is set on this beaut…}
Makeup Wishes:
The hotest limited edition makeup releases.
The “no makeup, makeup look” isn’t going anywhere for the foreseeable future. Neither is Strobing.
For the die-hard make-up lovers in your life, the limited edition highlighter below will go down a treat Christmas morning and is sure to be met with shrieks of palatable joy! You can thank me later.
{Beauty MUST-HAVE: Becca Cosmetics Champagne Pop Jaclyn Hill Highlight Powder.}
Jo Malone:
The ultimate in luxury product pampering is anything from Jo Malone. From candles to body care, not forgetting her highly coveted fragrances, a gift from Jo Malone is a special, indulgent treat at any time.
Give Them The World!
Who doesn’t relish the chance of escaping it all with a break away, be it for a long weekend or longer? I certainly don’t and what better gift than a travel voucher, giving the recipient the chance to pick their dream destination…and hopefully we get to tag along eh?!
The World Awaits: with a voucher from The Travel Department available over the phone, online or in The Travel Shop in Arnotts, Dublin.
Stand-out destinations for me (apart from my beloved Boston) include:
Iceland and a chance to capture a glimpse of the astonishing and illusive Northern lights. With a memorable trip this would make!
Italy: from its cosmopolitan vibe and chic city feel to winding, narrow streets (best explored by foot or bicycle) dotted with small cafés perfect for people watching in places like Lake Garda (definitely on my list of “Places to See Before I Die”) Italy is a true destination place and has an abundance to offer and discover…
Cruising the Rhone: stopping off to take in the romantic and historical sights of Paris and Normandy, a different take on travelling around these French gems.
Afternoon Tea:
Make time for your loved ones and create memories with a special couples afternoon tea, a special treat day for your mom or an afternoon of girly chat with your besties/squad– an elegant afternoon tea always goes down well Pre or Post Christmas and well…any time of year!
{Pictured: Afternoon Tea at The Westbury Hotel, Dublin.}
What would be your FAVOURITE gift from my luxury list? Let me know in the comments! Mine? Any of them, although I’m quite partial to a trip away or a bit of jewellery!
As always thanks for stopping by.
I hope the run up to Christmas is a joyous one for you and yours!
Gail. Xx
Links You’ll Love: Shop the Post!
Thomas Sabo: Love Bridge Collection.
Jo Malone at Brown Thomas
Photography: © Gail O’Connor.
Images via: Laduree Dublin, Hunter Boots UK, Becca Cosmetics, The Travel Department, The Westbury Hotel.
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