Christmas 2013: Luxury Gift Ideas
Latest 7 on the luxury gifts to spoil your loved ones to this Xmas
Vesper Full Swing Bracelet
£570, available at Brass Monkeys, 109 Portland Road, Hove, BN3 5DP. 01273 725170. www.brassmonkeys.co
Bracelet by Cara Tonkin. Sterling silver with gradated oxidised silver tips.
Cluster Brooch
£149, available at Brass Monkeys, 109 Portland Road, Hove, BN3 5DP. 01273 725170. www.brassmonkeys.co
Brooch by Jenifer Wall. Oxidised sterling silver with 22ct yellow gold leaf.
Hotel Du Vin Gift Card
From £25, available from www.hotelduvin.com/vouchers,
2 Ship St, Brighton, 01273 718588
This Christmas give the gift of Hotel du Vin Brighton, just a stone’s throw from the famous pier. Whether it’s for a night in one of the 49 bedrooms with Egyptian cotton bedding and monsoon power showers, a meal in the Bistro with classic French dishes served in comfortable surroundings and of course an eclectic wine list, or for some traditional fayre in Pub du Vin, the gift of a Hotel du Vin Brighton gift card offers indulgence in abundance this festive season.
iPhone 5C
Available free on 4G-ready price plans for £47
per month, from www.vodafone.co.uk
Includes unlimited calls, unlimited texts and 8GB
of data). The new iPhone is available in a range of colours and features a sleek design that makes older models quickly dated. To use, it’s everything you expect from Apple, with easy touch screen, a clear layout and apps to install as you wish! We love the colour range too, especially the yellow, which is bright without being garish. The good bit: you don’t need a case, as the colour back is part of the phone. The bad news: if you quickly get bored of a colour or need the case protection it seems a shame to cover up part of the design. A Christmas winner.
Brighton Pier and West Pier Mugs
£11.50, available from One In The House, 40 Trafalgar Street, Brighton, 01273 677714, www.oneinthehouse.co.uk
Fine bone china mugs and much, much more!
Orelia Jewellery
Available from www.orelia.co.uk, visit their pop-up shop at 23 Brighton Place
Orelia is a Brighton based brand who create beautiful and eclectic costume jewellery and accessories. Their collections are designed in house and have been inspired by a love of shopping and travel.
Vintage Double Threepence Coin Necklace
£125, available from Jewel Thief, 26 Dukes Lane, BN1 1BG, www.jewelthiefgallery.com
Available in silver or gold plated silver on an 18” adjustable chain.
Rina Tairo Jewellery
13&1/2 Prince Albert street,Brighton, 01273 774288, info@rinatairo.com
www.rinatairo.com
Rina Tairo continues to place her high end handmade jewellery into and onto the hands of the Brighton women who know. Her couture work and fine ranges have been sold the world over, making her small but welcoming Prince Albert street store a visiting must.
Ceramic Teapot
£175, available from ART5 Gallery, 5 Bartholomews
Brighton, BN1 1HG, 01273 774222, www.art5gallery.com
Beautiful hand painted ceramics are now available at ART5 Gallery! Also available: a selection of original paintings for less than £200. Visit the gallery or the website to view the fantastic gift range.
Aromatherapy Associates Indulgence Candle
£34,available from Space NK, Fortnum & Mason, order direct from 020 8569 7030 or online at www.aromatherapyassociates.com
The perfect gift for those in need of some rest and relaxation. Unwind and revitalise the mind with the fragrance of uplifting geranium and jasmine.
Mark Hill Salon Professional Style & Shine Power Dryer
£59.99, available from www.boots.com
Nothing says Christmas like a limited edition product and teens and adults alike will love the new Mark Hill ‘tiger’ products available this festive season. With a handy long cord, stylish design and interchangable nozzles, this 2000W dryer gives speedy drying, with conditioning ionic technology to keep hair in top condition and with great shine. Style definitely doesn’t mean sacrificing quality. Warning: you may start singing Katy Perry’s ‘Roar’ every time you pick it up!
Artistry Youth Xtend Enriching Cream
£58.35, Artistry is available exclusively at the Amway Flagship Experience Centre in Southampton Row, Holborn, London. For nationwide availability Tel: 01908 629400 or visit www.amway.co.uk
Artistry Youth Xtend is a new anti-ageing skincare range designed to reprogramme the skin’s youthfulness in just one week. This lightweight silky cream blends nature and science: precious plant extracts from the Green Acerola Cherry, the fruit of the African Baobab Tree and Black Currant extracts, provide the skin with nutrients, moisture and protection from free radicals while a Micro X-6 peptide helps support youthful skin elasticity. Fine lines and wrinkles appear reduced and skin is strenghtened. It’s essentially youth in a jar – the perfect Christmas gift all wrapped up.
Jo Malone London Cologne Collection
£64, available from www.jomalone.com
A lovely gift set containing Lime Basil & Mandarin; English Pear & Freesia; Blackberry & Bay; Peony & Blush Suede; Amber & Lavender. There’s something magical about finding a signature scent. Wear alone or create your own with Fragrance Combining™. Deepen a fruity fragrance with dark, rich spices. Give florals a zesty citrus twist. Discover your scented statement.
Duchamp Floral Print Tie
£80, available from www.highandmighty.co.uk
For the man in your life, this stylish tie ticks all the right boxes. If he’s usually put off by ‘florals’, this design is subtle enough to carry off a formal business meeting and stylish enough for a wedding.
Catherine Best Gemstone Stud Earrings
From £95 ex VAT, available from www.catherinebest.com
These pretty stud earrings are available in either sterling silver or 9ct gold, and hold the precious gemstone of your choice. Choose from Blue Topaz, Peridot or Turquoise.
Chloé Purse
£299, available from www.enamoda.com
Offering luxury for less, E&A Moda is the go-to site this Christmas time. We love this Chloé purse – perfect for all seasons.
Champneys Spa Indulgence Bubble Heaven Collection
£16, available from www.boots.com
Recreate the spa experience at home with Champneys luxury range of bubble baths. The set contains Oriental Opulence with ylang ylang and patchouli; Mediterranean Bliss with olive leaf, fig milk and green tomato, and Distant Shores with passion fruit and mango extracts and citrus oils. Each unique but as lovely as the last. Skin is left soft, and the body and mind feels as relaxed as a day at the spa. Luxury with an affordable price tag.
