It’s Monday, and the last gallop towards Christmas and the panic shopping that goes hand in hand is underway. To help you in the final lead up, here are a few ideas and go-to sites that will ensure you look like you had all this under control MONTHS ago. Promise.
The Stylish Stuff Loves: AMARA
Site: https://www.amara.com
I stumbled into the realm of Amara Living a few months ago, and well, I’ve become a little obsessed ever since. Founded by husband and wife team Sam and Andrew Hood as an interior design company, the business quickly expanded and grew into the go-to site for carefully curated lifestyle brands. Cleverly and inspiringly presented, you’ll find gifts for the most discerning of friends from Orla Kiely, Fornasetti to Missoni and Tom Dixon.
Personal favourites, the LEONARD bird vases (from £109)
The Stylish Stuff Loves: CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN NAIL POLISH
For the girl who has EVERYTHING except that pair of Christian Louboutin shoes she’s still saving for. Well, nope, I’m not suggesting that kind of gifting extravagance, BUT, the nail polishes from Louboutin are a sculptural work of art and trust me, for the glamorous, girly friend this is a sure fire winner.
Louboutin Rouge, £36
The Stylish Stuff Loves: LISA TAYLOR
Site: http://lisa-taylor.co.uk
Lisa’s beautiful scarves and accessories were recommended to me by a friend a few years ago and I’ve saved and splurged throughout the years. A fellow lover of Indian textiles and ethical practices in business, she crafts from new and vintage fabrics. My favourite destination on her new site is the vintage shop, there you’ll find customised military shirts, deliciously embellished Shiva marriage stoles and skirts, plus cute embellished clutches that’ll make the perfect present. Reasonably priced, feel good gifts. What’s not to love?
Hosta embellished Kantha scarf £120
Customised shirt £45, Vintage Shiva Marriage Shawl £65, Hosta embellished Kantha scarf £120.
The Stylish Stuff Loves: Orla Kiely
Site: http://www.orlakiely.com/uk/house/candles%20&%20diffusers/0FRACSL435/37636/200g
A cushion? A candle? To be honest ANYTHING Orla Kiely is a win win. So this is more of a reminder of the charm of her statement prints, which can be found on everything from clothing, accessories to bedlinen and beauty products.
Leaf Stem Cushion, £40
Sicilian Lemon Scented Candle, £25
The Stylish Stuff Loves: CHLOBO
Site: http://chlobo.co.uk/?gclid=CPHAoJ_q7MkCFYu4Gwodl2sIwg
It’s no secret that I LOVE an arm party of bracelets and bangles. It’s part of my signature style and it would be incredibly remiss of me NOT to know the go to brands for beautiful, affordable jewellery. Chlobo delivers just that. Delicate, collectable must haves for the jewellery lover. Personal favourites include, the silver-wear from the Love Revolution collection and being able to select from the many charms available. Check out the ‘Charm Meanings’ section before shopping gifts – it’ll make them just that little more personal.
Charm bracelets start at £120
The Stylish Stuff Loves: Mádara
Site: http://www.mypure.co.uk/superseed-radiant-energy-organic-facial-oil
If a product boasts the credentials of being 100% natural, vegan and organic, it instantly catches my attention. The Mádara Superseed Radiant Energy Organic Facial Oil is incredible, I don’t say that lightly either. Packed full of multivitamin goodness, this oil added to your moisturiser morning and night manifests an almost instant turnaround to tired skin. This is the perfect gift of gorgeous, glowy, revitalised skin in classy cylindrical packaging. Yes please Santa. Yes please.
Mádara Superseed Radiant Energy Organic Facial Oil, £40.
THE STYLISH STUFF LOVES: MOON BOOT
Site: http://www.johnlewis.com/moon-boot-w-e-soft-long-snow-boots-silver/p2005307#media-overlay_show
SHOULD the weather suddenly feel like Winter and bring snow or frost forth, these are a great quirky gift for the fashion minded. Forget the furry not-so-pc alternatives, THESE spaced aged beauties with a newer more streamlined silhouette, will, I predict, be a hit on the slopes.
Moon Boot, £95
Fashion & Style Director Shelly Vella