In the spirit of saving the best for last, the never-ending parties and champagne showers rightly make December our favourite time of the year! But the checklist in its favour doesn’t end there – after all, the month is filled with pressies aplenty too! And as much we look forward to finding our gifts under the Christmas tree, we love playing Santa just as well. So if you’re still looking for that something special that will have your bestie or soul sister break into a broad grin, we’ve got just the holiday season gifting guide for you. Put your Santa hats on pronto!
Subtle Sophistication: Hidesign Party Collection
Hidesign’s party season collection allows the subtle sophisticate to shine on without making a big deal about it. Their newest range of wristlets, clutches and bags in pop colours promise to add a twist to your party wardrobe.
Price: Rs 1,995 to Rs 6,495
Available here.
Champagne Showers: Swarovski Christalline Toasting Flutes
Raise a toast to the holiday season by gifting these Christalline Toasting Flutes from Swarovski’s Christmas 2014 collection to the cutest couple you know! Glamorous without being over the top, we bet it will be a prized addition to their bar.
Price: Rs 22,260
Available at Swarovski stores nationwide.
Party On: Tingley Charm by Clarks
There’s nothing better than this metallic evening bag for the party girl in your life! We bet she will be planning her NYE outfit around this one. What’s even better about this versatile piece of arm candy is that it will pack in a punch just about anywhere – be it a music concert or a wedding function.
Price: Rs 7,999
Available here.
Whiff of Love: Love Story by Chloé
Inspired by Parisian romance and the love padlocks on the bridge of the Pont des Arts, Chloé’s latest fragrance, Love Story, is a fitting way to show your love to your bestie or sister! This fresh and floral fragrance that explores notes of orange blossom is bound to become her go-to in no time at all.
Price: Rs 5,250 for 50ml and Rs 6,750 for 75ml
Available at Sephora and select Parcos stores.
All Eyes On You: Ombre Couture by Givenchy
What’s a party look with statement eyes, right? Which is why Givenchy’s latest selection of the most head turning eye shadows, Ombre Couture, makes for the ideal gift for a make-up maven. Apart from being seriously captivating, they are also long lasting and easy to apply!
Price: Rs 1,900
Available here.
Pout Perfect: Lancôme Mythical Roses Lipsticks
The party season and bold lips go hand in hand. Which makes Lancôme’s Mythical Roses lipstick a no-brainer as a gift. The luscious colour comes in a creamy texture and is exactly what your bestie is looking for in her Christmas stocking!
Price: Rs 2,000
Available at all Lancôme boutiques nationwide.
Ear, Ear: Tasseled Out Ear Cuff on Style Fiesta
Ensure that your best friend is the life of every party this season with Style Fiesta’s Tasseled Out Ear Cuff. Sure to up one’s traditional and Western repertoire, this fringed ear cuff is right on-trend.
Price: Rs 780
Available here.
Smile, Please: Eva White Frame, The Home Label
Capture a perfect memory forever in this elegant, baroque style wooden frame. Don’t forget to put in a picture from last year’s Christmas celebrations before you put a bow on it for your mom or BFF!
Price: Rs 1,650
Available here.
Pump It Up: Skinny Dip Crystal Earphones on Koovs
Got a friend who is perpetually plugged in and tuned out? Well, make sure she does it in style with these crystal-studded earphones! Trust us when we say that this is the perfect gift for the tech-loving girl in your group.
Price: Rs 1,000
Available here.
Hello Happiness: Endless Euphoria by Calvin Klein
Top notes of cherry blossom, mandarin, bergamot make the iconic Euphoria fragrance’s latest rendition a sunlit daydream. This feminine, fruity and floral fragrance is the perfect pick for the girly-girl in your life. You’ll earn extra props for the pink packaging!
Price: Rs 4,500 for 75ml and Rs 5,600 for 125ml
Available at Sephora and select Parcos stores.
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