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It’s coming up to the most wonderful time of the year again, the season of comfort and joy, but also a lot of Christmas shopping. We all want to find the perfect gift for those we love the most, but finding the time is another matter. Here, we’ve done the heavy lifting for you with our guide of the most desirable pieces for the women in your life. You’ll find crowd-pleasing classics such as Diptyque candles (there isn’t a soul alive who wouldn’t like to find one wrapped under the tree), as well as more unusual, thoughtful treats she’ll love forever.
If choosing a physical present is too difficult, EXPERIENCE GIFTS ARE A GO-TO. High on our list this year is a made-to-order suit by Hax Tailoring. Founder Hattie Glendenning is quietly REVOLUTIONISING TAILORING with her modern, calm Mayfair studio where she designs custom looks for customers, starting at £1,100. Fill out the enquiry form here to book a consultation, highlighting that this is a gift. Alternatively, treat a friend, partner or relative to a FUTURE HEIRLOOM with a Rodin-inspired mini sculpture of their body. Studio Bust uses 3D scanning and age-old casting techniques to create the perfect mould of the female form, resulting in unique OBJET D’ARTS TO TRULY TREASURE.
For more unexpected, but beautiful ideas, consider museum and gallery gift shops. The National Portrait Gallery, Charleston and the V&A are some of my favourite places to find presents. The latter’s Marie Antoinette-themed gift offering, which celebrates the acclaimed new exhibition, is a treasure trove of French beauties (look out for the pearl necklaces and embroidered cotton nightdress). When it comes to knitwear, a classic gifting category, make a beeline for British brand Herd, whose ethically made jumpers and cardigans are true heirlooms in the making.
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