Christmas gift guide for her…
We all know how embarrassing it can be when Santa gets it wrong. That split-second pause after the wrapper is removed and the disappointing content revealed. The slightly bewildered look on the their face and the just a bit over-the-top grateful “thank you – that’s really… practical/unusual/surprising!”
Before the new year the object has mysteriously disappeared – and sometimes re-appeared in the charity shop down the road.
Fortunately, you can now safely avoid such faux pas by picking up something from our gift guide for her. Browse these pages for something gorgeous for the lady in your life, whether it’s your girlfriend, wife, mum or sister.
A lovely piece of handmade jewellery to show her just how unique she is surely can never go wrong. A woman cannot have too many bracelets (she might just need to get a new outfit to match them!). And show us a girl who doesn’t enjoy a sumptuous bath oil or silky body lotion that will make her feel good about herself.
Why not help her unwind after the festivities have settled down with a relaxing massage or treatment? Let her put her feet up and be pampered and step into the new year refreshed and rejuvenated. In fact, why not get one for yourself, throw in a lunch and make a day of it together?
This is the first of our series of gift guides for Christmas, and will be followed in the coming weeks by gifts for him, for children, for food lovers, plus last minute ideas if you happen to leave things a little late.
Words: Jenny Berg
Elemis Ultimate Skin Fix set, £70
Gorgeous products for clearer, smoother skin in a stylish Brit lux washbag. www.elemis.com
Win!
Win one of three Elemis Ultimate Skin Fix sets. To enter, complete the saying: Beauty is only ______ deep.
Email competitions@thelatest.co.uk with ‘Elemis Skin Fix’ in the subject box and your answer to the question in the body of the email. Don’t forget to leave your name and contact details.
Closing date for entries: 26 November 2012.
Elemis Duchess of Spa set, £49.50
Perfect for recreating that spa at home feeling. www.elemis.com
Win!
We have teamed up with Elemis to give away three Duchess of Spa sets to lucky readers. For the chance to win just tell us: Who is Prince William married to?
Email competitions@thelatest.co.uk with ‘Elemis Duchess’ in the subject box and your answer to the question in the body of the email. Don’t forget to leave your name and contact details.
Closing date for entries: 26 November 2012.
Gift Vouchers for any value or treatment.
The perfect gift for the woman who has everything! www.thetreatmentrooms.com
The Treatment Rooms, 21 New Road, Brighton, 01273 818444
BN1 – A Board Game All About Brighton, £31
Explore the quirks and eccentricities of Brighton in this satirical board game – up to five players battle it out to have the most fun in this unique city. Limited to 500 hand-numbered copies, and available from www.bedsitgames.co.uk, Pussy, Amnesty, Punker Bunker, Dave’s Books, Custard and City Books.
Roland Mouret Body Serum, 50ml, £45.
A special creation from Aromatherapy Associates. It smells gorgeous! www.thetreatmentrooms.com
The Treatment Rooms, 21 New Road, Brighton, 01273 818444
Elemis Princess of Spa set, £49.50
A selection of nourishing bath time treats to help her relax and unwind. www.elemis.com
Vesper Hoop Earrings by Cara Tonkin, £91, available at Brass Monkeys.
These hoop earrings are made of sterling silver and feature graduated oxidised silver chain ends. The fade from polished silver to oxidised silver has a striking effect, making these a perfect gift for the party season.
Brass Monkeys,
109 Portland Road, Hove,
Opening Times:
Tues–Sat, 10am–5pm
info@brassmonkeys.co
www.brassmonkeys.co
Diana F Cameras for Urban Outfitters have become as much of a status accessory as handbags. Gorgeous to look at and with all the modern technical needs, she’ll love you forever. From £50+. Available from Urban Outfitters, Churchill Square Shopping Centre, Brighton. www.urbanoutfitters.co.uk
01273 725170
This luxe-looking Julien Macdonald glitter bag looks slick for evenings out. £25 from Debenhams, Churchill Square Shopping Centre, Brighton. www.debenhams.com
Little Owl Pendants by Alexis Dove – from £95
www.alexisdove.com
Alexis Dove Jewellery
The Needlemakers, Lewes, BN7 2NZ,
01273 945786
Vivienne Westwood, Cheeky Alice 100ml £31.50.
For cheeky, fun-filled madams, this delightful fragrance is a fresh and floral bouquet with delicate lily of the valley and fresh peony mixed with a touch of rose. Available at The Perfume Shop, Churchill Square Shopping Centre, Brighton, www.theperfumeshop.com
