Christmas gift guide: last minute gifts
Don’t panic, don’t panic! You may have missed the deadline to buy your Christmas gifts online but never forget, the good old high street is still there, and in our minds is often the best option, especially as we know that you too are discerning customers and like to see what you’re getting up close and personal.
In this issue we have a selection of last minute ideas for your perusal. This year we are all loving JJ Waller’s fabulous book of Brighton images, an ideal gift for anyone who loves our quirky city by the sea.
And if you know anyone who wouldn’t like a session of pampering at The Treatment Rooms, then just send them to us and we’ll put them straight.
Oddly enough the presents that tend to be left to last are the ones for the people closest to us. In those circumstances you can do no better than jewellery, and here in Sussex we have some of the finest designers and jewelers in the south east. Check out the delights at both Union and Alexis Dove to find that extra special something for the one you love.
Fairisle onesie, £30, River Island, Churchill Square Shopping Centre, www.riverisland.co.uk
It’s official: onesies are the must-have item this winter. With celeb fans aplenty, this festive print from River Island is the perfect gift for her this Christmas. Unconvinced? Don’t knock it till you’ve tried it!
Rabbit silver stud earrings by Alexis Dove, £40
Alexis Dove Jewellery
The Needlemakers,
Lewes, BN7 2NZ,
01273 945786
www.alexisdove.com
Gift vouchers: treatments available for men and women including the Relax Ritual, £45
The Treatment Rooms,
21 New Road, Brighton,
01273 818444
www.thetreatmentrooms.com
JJ Waller’s Brighton Vol: 01, £9.99 (special offer at participating stores).
Available from City Books, England @ Home, Castor & Pollux, Brighton Museum, The Royal Pavilion Shop, Wickle (Lewes), Churchill Square & Kensington Gardens with the Brighton Calendar, Waterstones, Dwellings (St Leonards) and online at www.jjwaller.com
A great book for locals and tourists alike, a wonderfully unique view of what must be amongst the most photographed places in England. Dozens of superbly crafted images showcasing the photographer’s sense of fun – a mischievous eye with pictures to match. The pages are peppered with great quotes about the city from not only the likes of Eddie Izzard, Peter James and Julie Burchill, but also local bus drivers and street cleaners. A must-have book for less than the cost of the train ticket from Victoria. Five-star entertainment.
Hugh’s Three Good Things [hardcover, Bloomsbury Publishing], £25
From all good book stores. Looking back over nearly two decades of professional cookery, Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall has used the formula of three to create more than 175 recipes. Cooking, made simple.
Nautical Heart Pet Jumper, £10 from Accessorize,
Churchill Square Shopping Centre, Brighton
Don’t forget your pet this Christmas time! We love this adorable pet jumper from Accessorize.
Now That’s What I Call Disney
Bonus Xmas CD Edition, £14 from HMV, Churchill Square, Brighton, www.hmv.com
Hit songs from all your favourite Disney films, new and old, from The Jungle Book to The Lion King. Newly released for 2012 with a bonus CD of Christmas songs – the Disney version of ‘The 12 Days Of Christmas’ is pure Disney entertainment!
Pyrrha Wax Seal pendants, From £110
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 last minute Christmas gifts.
Union Jewellery, 2 Union Street,
Brighton, BN1 1HA
www.unionjewellery.com
Urban Ears tweed headphones, £80, from Urban Outfitters,
Churchill Square Shopping Centre.
The perfect Christmas present for the coolest person you know.
Light Relax Bath & Shower Oil, £37; Relax Candle with Myrrh & West Indian Bay, £27
The Treatment Rooms, 21 New Road, Brighton
01273 818444 www.thetreatmentrooms.com
