As chosen by team Marie Claire…
There’s no better time than Christmas to show your loved ones how much you care. And considering how many of us had to forgo celebrating with our families and friends last year, this festive period is truly back with a bang.
People are making up for lost time with extra thoughtful Christmas gifts and the holiday shopping is consequently instilling panic in us all – especially with Black Friday around the corner.
Don’t stress – we’ve got you covered.
This is where our handy Christmas gift guide ‘for her’ comes in, covering all your present-buying needs whether you’re shopping for your sister, mother-in-law, daughter or even that annoying colleague whose name you pulled out in the dreaded Secret Santa.
Christmas gifts for her: fashion
Envelope bag in black, €370 at Elleme
Nothing says love like a gorgeous new handbag. We love this new style by Parisian label Elleme.
GANNI Rib Knit Beanie – £75| Flannels
A woolly hat is a fail-safe when it comes to Christmas presents, and you can’t get better than this beanie from Ganni. This one size wonder comes in Paloma Melange among other colourways and is crafted from a premium 60% Recycled Wool blend.
Needle & Thread Aurelia Long Sleeve Mini Dress – £375| Needle & Thread
This stunning festive dress is in Needle & Thread’s signature style, designed with floral lace artwork and adorned with shimmering sequins. Not to mention, this style is Kate Middleton approved.
Christmas gifts for her: beauty
Jo Malone London Lime Basil & Mandarin Cologne 100ml – £100| FeelUnique
Jo Malone London’s Lime Basil & Mandarin Cologne is one of their signature fragrances, mixing Basil, White Thyme, Amber Wood, Mandarin and Lime for a fresh and invigorating fragrance.
Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer – £299.99| Dyson
The Dyson Supersonic Hair Dryer is revolutionary, measuring air temperature over 40 times a second and regulating the heat to prevent extreme hat damage and keep your hair’s natural shine. It was crowned the winner of ‘Best Hair Dryer’ in the Marie Claire Hair Awards 2020.
Christmas gifts for her: lifestyle
AWAY The Carry-On Suitcase – £215| AWAY
This limited edition matte Carry-On Suitcase in Sage is the perfect carry-on luggage, meeting the airline requirements for most major airlines, with 360° spinner wheels, a TSA-approved combination lock and a durable polycarbonate shell.
ASSOULINE Capri Dolce Vita Book – £70| AMARA
ASSOULINE is the Queen of the coffee table book, and this linen bound offering about the island of Capri is our favourite, featuring over 200 stunning illustrations.
Eym + Laguna B Refillable candle, £115
This refillable candle is almost to pretty to burn. Set in hand-blown, Italian Murano glassware. Each piece is unique and designed to be held onto for a lifetime.
Christmas gifts for her: jewellery
Maria Tash Coronet Eternity Diamond and Gold Single Earring – £595| MATCHESFASHION
This single Coronet Eternity earring has Indian and Pakistani influences, made from 18kt yellow-gold and embellished with natural Akoya pearls and a briolette-cut black diamond.
Missoma Baroque Pearl Claw T-Bar Bracelet – £135| Missoma
The perfect luxury present for a jewellery lover, this bracelet is part of Missoma’s new collection, made of 18ct gold plated vermeil on sterling silver and white freshwater pearl.
From Needle & Thread gowns and Missoma jewellery to foodie tech (hello Hotel Chocolat Velvetiser) and luxury candles, these are the gems that we would like to see under our Christmas trees. And these recommendations across fashion, beauty, home and lifestyle guarantee maximum happiness and smiles all around.
And don’t worry about what to buy the men in your life either as there’s a great selection of Christmas gifts for him, too. We’ve even got your paw-fect pets covered.
So, take a deep breath, pour yourself a mulled wine, grab your credit card and start scrolling.
Happy shopping.
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