Christmas gift guide, luxury gifts
We all love a little luxury, so make sure no expense is spared this Christmas. If you’re after a gift for someone special, then look no further as we highlight the very best gifts to give this year.
Jewellery is always an old faithful, but that doesn’t mean it’s lacking originality. Check out local jewellers for something unique and buy your loved one a gift to treasure.
If you struggle when it comes to gift ideas, look beyond material things. A practical course in photography is something enjoyable and useful (and if your friend/partner/parent has always fancied themselves as a photographer but never done anything about it – a camera and a course will steer them in the right direction).
Elsewhere, look to pampering beauty treatments, whether at a local spa or at home. Gift sets and vouchers make an amazing present.A little bit of luxury is the perfect Christmas gift.
Large black Toddwatch by John Todd, £450
Each Toddwatch is unique. Predominantly Toddwatches are made from anodised aluminium, brass and stainless steel. Each wrist watch has a high quality leather strap, made and stitched by hand, fitted with a buckle of unique design. All watches are fitted with precision quartz analogue movements (+/- 20 sec. per month), have scratch resistant mineral crystal lenses, and precision Swiss made ‘crowns’.
Brass Monkeys, 109 Portland Road, Hove, Tues–Sat, 10am–5pm
01273 725170, info@brassmonkeys.co, www.brassmonkeys.co
Beginners’ Photography Workshop, £95
Gift vouchers are available for Paul’s Beginners’ Photography Workshop on 3 February 2013 for the photographer in your life who wants to learn more about his or her camera and move away from the ‘Auto’ setting. The course will be held at Hotel du Vin and includes lunch.
Paul Edward Photography: 07976 350 781, photos@paul-edward.com,
www.paul-edward.com/courses
Rose Cut Diamond Rings by Alexis Dove, Made to order from £1,500
The Needlemakers, Lewes, BN7 2NZ
01273 945786, Rose Cut Diamond Rings by Alexis Dove,
Made to order from £1,500
The Needlemakers, Lewes, BN7 2NZ
01273 945786, www.alexisdove.com
Mawi Retrospective Rose Gold Spike & Gemstone necklace, £575
Union is Brighton’s only destination for luxury, statement jewellery and accessories. Stockist of both international brands like Erickson Beamon, Fiona Paxton, Lara Bohinc and Mawi as well as emerging British talent – designers include Alice Menter, Dorus Mhor, Age of Reason and Modern Love. This is the place to shop for Christmas for the ultimate gift.
Union Jewellery, 2 Union Street, Brighton BN1 1HA,
01273 204481, www.unionjewellery.com
Champneys Complete Home Spa Set, £50, from Boots stores nationwide. www.boots.com
This wonderful set lets you recreate the spa feeling at home with Skin Comforting Shower Cream, Skin Comforting Bath Milk, Skin Comforting Body Butter, Citrus Blush Body Scrub and Body Polisher.
Aromatherapy Associates Bath & Shower Oil Trio, £99
Light Relax Bath & Shower Oil, Destress Muscle Bath & Shower Oil, Revive Morning Bath & Shower Oil. All 55 ml.
The Treatment Rooms, 21 New Road, Brighton, 01273 818444, www.thetreatmentrooms.com
Eve Lom Luxury Collection, £85
Cleanser 100ml, Muslin Cloth TLC Cream 50ml, Rescue Mask 50ml.
The Treatment Rooms, 21 New Road, Brighton, 01273 818444, www.thetreatmentrooms.com
Every Girl’s Dream – Luxury Nail Treat Collection £100
A special suite of 14 nail treats including one base/top coat plus tips on giving the perfect spa manicure. Comes in a faux leather zipped spa case.
Available from www.templespa.com
Light My Fire Energising Soya Aromatic Candle
A luxury candle with the fresh fragrance of grapefruit, peppermint, ginger and bergamot.
Available from www.templespa.com
Photography Courses with Create Studios
For lovers of all things photographic, Create Studios offer a wide range of photography courses from starter to professional level, including workshops aimed at getting to know your DSLR, and Studio Lighting techniques. They also provide studio and lighting hire services. You can now purchase vouchers for the perfect Christmas gift at www.welovecreate.com or by calling the studio on 01273 601965.
Create Studios, Unit D & E Level 2 South, New England House, New England Street, Brighton BN1 4GH
