Christmas Gift Guide
This Christmas time, these are our editor's top picks that will be a huge hit with any woman in your life, from beauty and fragrance lovers, to winterwear and gifts when you're on-the-go. Get ready to impress and delight with these stunning gift options!
Art De Parfum
Art De Parfum Fragrance Picks
Signature Wild:
- Discover the autumnal charm of Signature Wild, a scent that evokes the raw beauty of the wilderness. This unisex fragrance is perfect for those who appreciate the rich, earthy tones of nature.
Excentrique Moi:
- For the free-spirited, Excentrique Moi combines a burst of citrus with a heart of florals, creating a scent that is as unique as the person wearing it.
Kimono Vert:
- Transport yourself to a serene Japanese garden with Kimono Vert. This fragrance captures the essence of fresh green tea leaves and delicate cherry blossoms.
Gin and Tonic Cologne:
- Perfect for a night out, Gin and Tonic Cologne offers a fresh, zesty aroma that is invigorating and sophisticated.
Sensual Oud:
- Sensual Oud takes the stark, somewhat uncompromising odor of pure oud and filters it through a uniquely French sensibility. It is refined and softened for Western noses without losing its essential grandeur. This darkly sensual fragrance features a resinous oud note—smoky and austere—backlit by a lush, almost jammy red rose and a green, fresh geranium note. Clove and saffron add spice and warmth. A drop of this pure perfume, worn under a classic black suit, will have everyone’s eyes drawn to you, thinking, “Now, there is someone worth getting to know.” Sensual Oud enhances your pheromones, radiating confidence and mystery.
Sabotage:
- Sabotage your senses with this bold and self-ironic citrus floral scent. A nostalgic nod to the 90s, this fragrance combines a vivid and boozy Negroni accord with an uplifting explosion of bitter orange, red mandarin, and mountain herbs. Tuberose petals, creamy woods, and white musk create a serene and radiant trail.
Prices start from £125 GBP. The Discovery Set is a lovely gift and stocking filler idea with x8 2ml fragrances. The fragrances are 100% made in Grasse, clean, cruelty-free, and environmentally friendly.
Oner Active
We’re currently snuggled into an Oner Hoodie as we write this guide, and we couldn’t be more comfortable! Oner Active, founded by global fitness entrepreneur Krissy Cela, is a dynamic activewear brand that empowers women through strength training. It’s the only strength training brand founded by women, for women, and it shows in their thoughtful, high-performance designs.
Fitness to Loungewear Picks:
Effortless Seamless Leggings (£52)
These bestselling leggings from the ‘Effortless’ collection fit like a second skin and have sold nearly 800k units! With raised contour lines to accentuate your curves and a reinforced scrunch bum stretch stitch, these leggings give your bum a perky lift and your legs a long, gorgeous silhouette. Available in bright colours like Power Pink, Marine Teal, and Amethyst, they’re perfect for strong women to wear both inside and outside the gym. Trust us, you’ll feel fabulous in them!
Unified Micro Bandeau Bralette (£35)
Purpose-built for strength training, the Unified Micro Bandeau Bralette is strapless with a low-cut back to accentuate your gains. Its internal silicone strip ensures it stays in place, providing support while you train hard. Part of the BRAND-NEW Legendary Collection, which pays homage to the 80s bodybuilding era, this bralette comes in gorgeous pastel colours like Pump Green and Vintage Violet, as well as Black, White, and Retro Blue. It’s both functional and fabulous!
Foundations Hoodie (£52)
Everyone needs a fuss-free jumper, and the Foundations Hoodie is exactly that. This regular-fit hoodie features a brushback inside for added comfort, diagonal seams with twin-stitch detailing, and a large kangaroo front pocket. The ribbed hem and cuffs gently hug your wrists and waist, while the back yoke adds an elevated design touch. With a woven Oner label on the front pocket and contrast embroidered logos, this hoodie is super-soft and versatile—perfect for both lounging at home and staying warm during winter workouts.
Oner Active combines style, functionality, and empowerment in every piece. Whether you’re hitting the gym or lounging at home, their activewear will make you feel confident and comfortable. Treat yourself or the strong women in your life to the gift of Oner Active this holiday season!
Soundcore
We are beyond excited to introduce Soundcore’s latest marvel, the C40i Clip-On Earbuds – the audio-brand we live by! These earbuds aren’t just stylish; they’re the epitome of innovation, combining comfort, flexibility, and high-quality sound.
The C40i Open-Ear Clip Earbud4
Breathable Comfort: Enjoy unmatched comfort with the Soundcore C40i open-ear earbuds. Designed with a stable but airy clip-on style, they offer ultimate breathability, allowing you to listen to your favourite music with complete freedom and comfort.
Snug, Flexible Fit: The C40i clip-on headphones feature 0.5mm memory titanium wires and soft TPU for their flexible joints, ensuring a durable and adaptable fit. They effortlessly conform to your ears and stay securely in place throughout the day, no matter how active you are.
Intuitive Button Controls: Perfect for your active lifestyle, the Soundcore C40i earbuds come equipped with physical buttons for precise, accident-free control. This makes them extra handy for on-the-go use, allowing you to adjust your audio settings with ease.
Multipoint Connection: Stay connected with Bluetooth 5.4, which offers a stable connection and multipoint capabilities. Seamlessly switch between your laptop and your phone without missing a beat.
AI-Enhanced Call Clarity: Be heard clearly even in noisy environments with the Soundcore C40i’s advanced AI algorithm and strategically positioned microphones. Your phone conversations will come through with precision and sharpness, making communication effortless.
Evolve Organic Beauty
Evolve Organic Beauty is dedicated to creating natural, organic, and effective skincare products. Their range is versatile and caters to every skin type and need. Here are some of our top picks:
Resveratrol and Niacinamide Serum:
Experience a brighter, more even complexion with this breakthrough, plant-powered serum. It reduces the appearance of dark spots and hyperpigmentation, brightens dull skin, and improves skin radiance.
Intense Hydrating Face Mask:
Hello hydration! This 100% natural mask hydrates, nourishes, smooths, and soothes skin in just 10 minutes. Perfect for use overnight or as an in-flight treatment.
Age Defying Lifting Serum:
Reverse the signs of ageing naturally with this powerful firming, lifting, and plumping serum. Clinically proven to reduce wrinkle volume, it delivers non-invasive, instant, and long-lasting results for visibly younger-looking skin.
L'OCCITANE
Picture this: a luxurious, beautiful countdown to Christmas with L’OCCITANE’S stunning Advent Calendars. We’re talking about one of the most exquisite beauty treats you can gift or receive this festive season!
This year, L’OCCITANE’s festive collection has been designed by Calicot-Paris; a surface design studio that celebrates the French art of Savoir Faire and specialises in intricate hand drawn prints.
A ‘Toile de Jouy’ is a traditional French style of illustration, sumptuously rich in detail, with a captivating narrative power. The design is more than a beautiful pattern: it tells a story of a train travelling through citrus landscapes and magical Provence! We. Are. In. LOVE!
Luxury Advent Calendar (£130)
Designed to be reminiscent of a vintage vanity case, the Luxury Advent Calendar playfully reveals hidden boxes containing Provençal favourites in generous mini and full sizes. This calendar is packed with 24 of L’OCCITANE’s finest skincare, fragrance, and body-care treats, making your countdown to Christmas extra special. Adorned with beautiful patterns of “Toile de Jouy” – a traditional French style of illustration – its innovative design adds a playful element to your daily countdown.
Standout Gifts Include:
50ml Shea Light Comforting Face Cream
30ml Immortelle Precious Cleansing Oil
75ml Almond Shower Oil
7.5ml Néroli & Orchidée Eau de Toilette
75ml Gentle & Balance Micellar Shampoo
50ml Verbena Body Lotion
Whether you’re familiar with L’OCCITANE’s Provençal delights or looking to explore their range, this calendar is the perfect way to enjoy firm favourites and uncover new ones.
Strathberry
Wrap yourself up in a new season of cashmere, consciously crafted from the world’s finest, responsibly sourced fabrics.
Elevate your winter wardrobe with Strathberry’s sumptuously soft cashmere collection, a quintessential blend of comfort and luxury. From stylish lounge wear sets and versatile knitted ponchos to classic, cosy beanies and gloves, each piece is expertly crafted from premium cashmere and is perfect for throwing on as a chic extra layer during the colder months.
Strathberry Winterwear top picks:
Strathberry Monogram Reversible Cape
The ultimate layering piece for transitional seasons, this cape is expertly crafted from a luxurious blend of wool and cashmere. It features a contrasting colour block design, which is reversible for versatility, and is adorned with Strathberry’s signature monogram print and soft fringe edging. It’s a beautiful addition to any winter wardrobe.
Strathberry Monogram Scarf
Combining luxe fabrications with contemporary design elements, this cosy scarf is expertly crafted in Scotland using traditional techniques. Made from a lambswool and cashmere blend, the scarf features Strathberry’s monogram jacquard, making it the ultimate winter staple.
Jura Bouclé Alpaca Blend Scarf
Wrap yourself in the luxurious warmth of the Jura Bouclé Alpaca Scarf. Crafted from the finest blend of alpaca wool, its unique bouclé weave offers a beautifully textured look that adds both comfort and elegance. This scarf is lightweight yet highly insulating, making it perfect for layering around your neck or shoulders during the colder months.
Iona Woven Pure Wool Cape
For a relaxed yet polished look, the Iona Woven Pure Wool Cape drapes beautifully across the body to keep you cosy in the cooler months. The striking blanket stitch finish adds a handcrafted touch, while the detachable scarf allows for personalised styling.
KAT BURKI
The Kat Burki Viatmin C Daily Duo is a luxurious addition to any Christmas gift guide, offering skincare aficionados a chance to indulge in award-winning excellence with a touch of holiday exclusivity. This limited edition value set stars a travel-sized ensemble that’s ideal for all skin types.
The duo-star cast comprises of the Vitamin C Nourishing Cleansing Balm and Vitamin C Intensive Face Cream—both designed to invigorate the skin with their potent science based and antioxidant-rich formulas. Each product harnesses the power of encapsulated Vitamin C and the signature proprietary KB5™ Complex to not only cleanse and moisturize but also to brighten and soothe, delivering a visibly radiant complexion. The Vitamin C Nourishing Cleansing Balm and the Vitamin C Intensive Face Cream together work to provide the following benefits:
- Cleanses: The balm gently cleanses and replenishes skin
- Brightens: both products help to brighten and even skin tone
- Protects: Defends while supporting the skin barrier
- Balances: Balances reactive skin
- Soothes: Deeply hydrates while targeting inflammation
The gift set is accompanied by a unique 3-D facial cloth, to ensure only the best for your skin. This Kat Burki set ensures a well-rounded, opulent skincare experience, making it a superb gift choice for those eager to gleam with vitality through the festive season and beyond.
INTUISSE
Illuminate the delicate eye area with the gift of Intuisse’s Active NAD+ Eye Mask—a luxurious pick for your Christmas gift guide.
Intuisse is the first skincare brand to harness the power NAD+ to help with cell renewal and DNA repair. NAD+ stands for nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. Promising a quick rejuvenation with uncompromised results, this scientifically formulated mask targets the signs of aging by drastically improving under-eye skin tone and firmness.
Just 15 minutes is all it takes to witness a remarkable +59% boost in hydration, a +38% enhancement in smoothness, coupled with a -38% reduction in the appearance of wrinkles and fine lines, and a -27% decrease in skin redness. With its patent-pending high-absorption technology, the mask efficiently delivers native collagen and peptides deep into the skin, ensuring maximized benefits. Add regular usage into the mix, and you’re granting loved ones the ultimate indulgence—a remarkable increase in collagen for fewer wrinkles, augmented elastin for a tighter texture, and enhanced laminin to promote cell recovery. The Intuisse Active NAD+ Eye Mask is more than just a present; it’s a potent invitation to a youthful, refreshed gaze that lasts beyond the holiday season.
BYROE
Gift the radiance of a winter’s bloom with Byroe’s Peony Tea Glow Oil—an essential highlight on your Christmas gift list.
This innovative 2-in-1 facial oil and primer is the key to instantly unlocking a healthy, glowing complexion. With a luxurious blend of Peony Tea and Bakuchiol, this elixir not only illuminates the skin but also refines texture and diminishes dryness over time, ensuring makeup glides on with flawless ease. Infused with Glutathione, it works diligently to even out skin tones, while the Triple Hyaluronic Acid delivers a hydration boost, maintaining a dewy freshness that endures.
Ideal for anyone on your list looking to enhance their skin with natural luminosity, Byroe’s Peony Tea Glow Oil is a treasure trove of beauty benefits—both a skincare savior and a makeup marvel, making it the ultimate festive treat for that picture-perfect holiday glow.
BRIOGEO
Nestle the gift of good hair days under the Christmas tree with Briogeo’s “Don’t Despair, Repair! Moisture + Damage Defense Leave-In Treatment”, available at multiple retailers including Harrods, RRP £28.
Tailored for distressed tresses, this 118ml bottle is a miracle elixir for anyone craving a hair transformation. The weightless treatment boasts a nutrient-rich blend of ceramides and fatty acids, which work in tandem to repair hair’s cuticle, reduce breakage, and shield strands from future damage. Ideal for those plagued by the woes of over-styling and environmental stressors, this leave-in formula is a godsend that restores moisture and resilience with every use. Whether you’re playing Santa for a loved one or treating yourself, Briogeo’s leave-in treatment is a curl’s best friend and a silky staple for any festive haircare regimen.
SAMAYA AYURVEDIC
SAMAYA is an all-natural skincare brand based on Ayurvedic principles, which helps you achieve samadosha or a ‘perfect balance’ in your life, beginning with your skin. It combines two Sanskrit words: sama, ‘balance’ and alaya, ‘place’ to create a ‘place of balance’. SAMAYA carefully curates the finest authentic elements of Ayurveda, marrying them with clinically proven active ingredients and anti-ageing compounds, to provide effective skincare through a relaxing, holistic experience. The range delivers immediate results – wrinkles are visibly reduced and skin appears smoother, more balanced and radiant – while imparting a tangible sense of calm and tranquillity in the process.
Take the DOSHA test to determine which product is best suited to you or your loved one’s skin type. The products range is comprehensive, from Exfoliants, Cleansers to Serums, and Treatment Oils to Moisturising Creams.
KAPHA DOSHA – Laidback and easy-going with a stable, steady energy level. Often has a strong physical frame but can be lethargic or apathetic if out of balance. Takes a relaxed, reasonable approach to life and can be compassionate, gentle and kind. Skin is usually thick and pale, can be radiant and glowing, but with clogged pores or excess oil when out of balance.
Kapha Anti-Ageing Cream, 50ml, RRP £99.00
Formulated with powerful Ayurvedic botanicals and clinically proven anti-ageing ingredients, this rapidly absorbing moisturiser contains an intensive blend of active compounds that visibly reduce the appearance of wrinkles. The result is skin that feels supple and firm, with a youthful and revitalised appearance. Ayurvedic ingredients such as Ashwagandha, Sandalwood, Vetivert and Frankincense are prescribed specifically to help balance the Kapha dosha.
HUDA BEAUTY
Huda Beauty has captured our hearts year after year. It is needless to say that the gals at Hashtag Life are big big fans of Huda and Mona Kattan.
There is just so much on offer, and any make-up look you want, Huda has got you sorted! The vast collection now includes everything from cult eyeshadow palettes, iconic lipsticks, fan-favourite foundations, bronzers, and smudge proof eyeliners. You are truly spoilt for choice.
For the undecided, we recommend the Empowered Lip Trio set, including a mini-size Lip Contour 2.0 in Pinky Brown, a full-size Power Bullet Matte Lipstick in Interview with limited edition gold packaging, and a mini-size Silk Balm in Bold Gold. All comes complete in a super chic, reusable lip-shaped case in gold!
For the undecided, we recommend the Empowered Lip Trio set, including a mini-size Lip Contour 2.0 in Pinky Brown, a full-size Power Bullet Matte Lipstick in Interview with limited edition gold packaging, and a mini-size Silk Balm in Bold Gold. All comes complete in a super chic, reusable lip-shaped case in gold!
KAYALI
Our beauty gift guide wouldn’t be complete without our favourite duo’s perfume range, Kayali.
KAYALI Invite Only, Amber 23
An ode to true opulence, Invite Only, Amber 23 offers an enhanced and deeply unforgettable experience. It is a rich and unique fragrance, and not for the timid or shy.
