What to buy the woman in your life this Christmas
From heirloom-worthy jewellery to cosy comforts
The fairer sex is notoriously the fussier one – select the wrong gift come Christmastime and you risk all hell breaking loose, or worse: a forced smile and dead eyes. But gifting for the woman in your life – be they your mother, wife, girlfriend or sister – needn’t be a stressful experience. A little thought goes a long way. Consider her tastes, hobbies and passions: what makes her tick? Has she dropped any hints lately? With those parameters in mind, consult our carefully curated gift guide below to secure your spot in her good books for at least another year.
Winter style
You can never go wrong with a luxurious cashmere knit: this emerald green roll neck from Holland Cooper is an elegant take on a winter wardrobe staple that she’ll wear all season long, with subtle padded shoulders and gold buttons on the sleeve for added distinction. If her outerwear wardrobe needs a refresh, look no further than this collaboration between British heritage heavyweight Barbour and Copenhagen style sensation Ganni. It features Barbour’s signature waxed fabrics and tartan trims with playful Scandi touches in the form of an oversized collar and contrasting patchwork. Finally, consider a colourful winter accessory that will brighten any ensemble: our pick of the bunch is this mohair checked scarf from Acne Studios.
Athleisure
Whether she’s a regular pavement pounder or has grand plans to start training for a marathon in the new year, Tracksmith’s super-soft and lightweight Turnover Tights have her covered. With its cropped cut and slightly oversized fit, Sporty & Rich’s ‘Wellness’-emblazoned cotton zip hoodie is just as ideal for lounging as it is for working out. A cosy beanie makes for a classic Christmas gift. In on-trend ‘Espresso’, this ribbed version from Alo Yoga can be worn all winter long.
Home comforts
Cosy season is upon us, so lean into it with the cosiest gift of all: a generously sized alpaca blend blanket from Loewe, complete with swishy fringing and a luxurious embossed leather patch. For those who love to entertain, a set of handblown mid-blown tumblers – each one completely unique from the next – from London designer Henry Holland will go down a treat. And if you really want to up the ante, treat the homebody in your life to a bold patterned Hermès pillow, crafted from a luxurious combination of jacquard woven wool and cashmere.
Jewellery
Jewellery is notoriously tricky to get right, given how personal it is. But if you do happen to be successful, your efforts will be remembered – and duly rewarded. To play it safe, keep things classic. This three carat diamond tennis bracelet from Blackacre is guaranteed to stand the test of time. A pair of timeless diamond studs from De Beers, made from consciously sourced diamonds, can be worn day to day or dressed up. Finally, Omega’s Seamaster Aqua Terra, in stainless steel with gold and diamond indexes, epitomises understated elegance.
R&R
Christmas is the time to treat people to gifts they wouldn’t normally buy for themselves – like a luxuriously silky satin pyjama set from Chelsea Peers. Or how about Molton Brown’s Mesmerising Oudh Accord and Gold Precious Body Oil, which is as sumptuous as it sounds? And chocolate lovers will be delighted with a beautifully presented box of Birley Chocolates, featuring a selection of the London-based chocolate maker’s finely crafted goods.
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