From you, with love: 12 gifts to treat yourself this Christmas
The festive season is a time for gifting and nobody ever said you can't buy presents for yourself, right? Spoil yourself this Christmas too by treating yourself to one of these 10 special gifts
By Balvinder Sandhu and Nicola Watson -
The Trinity ring was conceived by Louis Cartier in 1924 and is one of the Maison's signature pieces of jewellery. It has stood the test of time and has served as a timeless inspiration behind and iconic collection, making it a symbol of style and elegance.
The three interlaced and mobile bands are open for interpretation by the wearer and every woman who puts one on feels differently about what it means to her. The Trinity de Cartier bracelet is made from 18K white gold, 18K pink gold and 18K yellow gold and is sold on a cord.
$790, from Cartier.
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The best present to buy yourself, from you, with love...is perfume. Nobody else quite knows the exact notes you prefer, nor can they tell how the fragrance settles onto your skin. We have our favourites of course, and one is the Lanvin Modern Princess perfume. A floral fruity fragrance, this scent is perfect for any modern day princess.
Lanvin Modern Princess EDP 90ml, $100.80 from Lazada or Zalora.
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A good hair day can lift your spirits so why not aim for great tresses every day? Treat yourself to a Dyson Supersonic hair dryer which is ideal for fast drying, while keeping temperature under control, so as to prevent extreme heat damage to protect natural shine. Shape your hair one section at a time with the Dyson Styling concentrator, reduce frizz and improve definition with the Dyson diffuser and dry hair gently using smooth, wide air with the the Dyson Smoothing nozzle.
For a festive touch, this exclusive black and purple gift edition includes a presentation case designed by James Dyson, which is stitched in purple, cushioned with soft fabric and secured by a magnetic clasp.
$599, from authorised dealers or Dyson Online Store.
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Style never goes out of fashion and this bracelet is a good example of this mantra. Made from calfskin, it comes in a nice shade of red and is just the touch of colour you need to brighten up a drab outfit.
And the palladium metal gives this piece of jewellery a nice, shiny touch with a unique design that's bound to turn heads too. Every woman needs a timeless piece of jewellery that she can match with practically anything and this is exactly that.
Price available on request at Hermes store.
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A woman can never have too many pairs of shoes so why not add one more to your collection? And, when it comes to shoes that suit all occasions, you won't have to look any further than the Melissa Dreamy.
Complete with irregular lines and a glossy finish, the Melissa Dreamy is the perfect heel for your long days and even longer nights over the festive season.
$155, from Melissa Dreams.
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Hello...it's me. I was wondering if after all these years, I'd like a new ring? Well yes, yes I would. And what better pick than one of Monica Vinader's signature ring collection.
This one is 18ct gold vermeil on silver and works wonders for those who like the stacked accessories style. Or, wear it solo and enjoy the delicate level of sophistication it adds to your digits.
Approx $135 from Monica Vinader stores.
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A smartphone-compatible printer from FujiFilm that is able to print in the square format, which means you'll be able to physically hold on to all those special Instagram moments if you wish to. Display your most special memories on your walls or print them as gifts for friends and family. Use the 'collage' template to print up to nine different photos incorporated into a single image, or the 'my template' feature which lets you superimpose text onto images before printing. You can even make your photos look like magazine or CD covers.
The printer is compatible with the likes of Instagram, Facebook, Google Photos, Flickr and Dropbox. With a number of features and just your imagination, this device will give you hours of fun.
$219, from Lazada.
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This skincare set meets all your beauty needs so you can use it to primp and prime yourself for the festive season or start the new year with a fresher look. The set contains four products – a cleanser, a toner, a moisturiser and a skin supplement. DrGL Cleanser Lightening (100ml) goes a step further after gently and thoroughly cleaning, by reinforcing the skin's defences against the damaging effects of the sun, giving you brighter and more even-toned skin.
DrGL Toner Lightening (10ml) reduces dark spots and discolouration, while DrGL Moisturiser All Skin Types (10ml) minimises the appearance of fine lines and keeps skin soft and supple all day long. Then top it off with DrGL Skin Supplement Glow 60s, a multivitamin with an unique formula that promotes the health of your skin as well as general health.
$198, from DrGL stores or online.
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All you need for a handy makeup collection is right here in this set. The skin contrast face powder brightens up your face and gives it a faintly pinkish colour, with an elegant and glamorous look. The colouring mascara is an exquisite brown for a casual yet impressive look and the limited four-colour eyeshadow gives your eyes a gorgeous, natural finish.
Then pile on a glossy look for your lips and cheeks, with a warm red tone. The collection is perfect for all your party season looks or to save just for special occasions
$118 available at KANEBO counters.
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Created in collaboration with legendary artist and photographer, Man Ray, the limited edition collection features surprising shades and artful sets, inspired by the artist’s electrifying art.
The range includes individual products and gift sets too - which we can’t get enough of. This set includes two iconic products - Hot Sand Blush in shade peach champagne, and Rita Audacious Lipstick in scarlet.
$36 from all NARS boutiques and Sephora stores.
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The Body Shop is upping its game this year with an exciting new Christmas gift collection that’s full of surprises. The gifts transforms into games, so that you can switch off and enjoy the simpler things in life. From quizzes and spinners, to mazes and dice, there are so many hidden levels to the multi-tasking festive collections. We love this at home facial mask set which has five different masks for different skin issues, ensuring you’ll be beautifully bare-faced for the new year.
And by playing along this Christmas, you’ll also be supporting the Peace Play Project. Every gift you purchase from The Body Shop’s seasonal collection helps refugee children to play in a safe place for a year.
At Home Facial Mask Experience $165 from all Body Shop stores.
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Every home needs its own coffee machine and, with a climate like ours, a cold brew is always welcome. There's no need to drag yourself out of bed in the weekend mornings or on your days off just to get to a nearby cafe for your caffeine fix. With a fresh new minimalistic look and space saving proportions, the Nespresso Essenza Mini machine is the perfect solution for coffee lovers looking for modernity, convenience and compact design. The machine is available in triangular or rectangular shape, and comes in shades of lime green, ruby red, intense grey and pure white.
$158 from available stores or online at Nespresso.
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