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If you’re anything like us, it doesn’t feel like Christmas until the gingerbread lattes drop and the festive adverts start popping up on our screens. And since those things have already begun, we can officially declare that the 2022 festive season is upon us!
Naturally, that means our attention has turned to gifts because, as everyone knows, it’s never too early to be plotting exactly what we want to find under the Christmas tree (neatly wrapped please or it ruins our Insta-tree vibes). We’re calling it essential research and since it’s such hard work, we thought we’d share our top picks, which has involved endless hours of sourcing. Even better, these aren’t just presents for our loved ones, these are gifts you’re going to want to treat yourself to as well.
From party-ready eyeshadow palettes (who wouldn’t appreciate something that’s going to ramp up their glow?) to razzle-dazzle feathery pyjamas (this is totally the season to go OTT), from delicious fragrances to drool-worthy watches and more, these are the GLAMOUR-approved Christmas treats we know your friends and family will love as much as you.
Bobbi Brown Jadestone Eyeshadow Palette £49.50, Bobbi Brown
The thing we love about Bobbi Brown is the products are always so wearable, whether you’re after a natural or bolder look. This is why we are huge fans of this limited-edition palette, with 12 high-pigment matte and metallic shades. Designed to layer lids in warm nudes, sequin-like golds, and alluring greens that add depth and dimension to any eye look, while the dark shades can transform into liner when applied with the eyeliner brush, it’s perfect for adding drama and definition to your eyes over the festive season – and beyond. *Even better, Bobbi Brown is offering GLAMOUR readers 15% off 1-12 December 2022 with the code 'GLAMOUR15' (see the full T&Cs below).
Nadine Merabi Darcie Red Pyjamas, £150, Nadine Merabi
Is there a more appropriate time for luxe ruby-red pyjamas than Christmas? We think not. We can’t get enough of this feather-trimmed silk-satin pair from Nadine Merabi. The cuffed trousers and structured diamanté button-down top mean you can totally get away with wearing these on a night out, while the super-soft satin lining makes them ideal for lounging. Dreary Christmas morning photos are a thing of the past.
Coach Wild Rose, from £37 for 30ml, Coach
While the festive season seems to evoke rather heavy, spicy scents, there’s something reassuringly fresh about this fragrance from Coach, which has gorgeous wild rose notes running through it with bursts of juicy redcurrant, a drizzle of bergamot and a dash of woodiness. It’s hard not to love this fragrance because it’s so wearable all year round.
There’s a reason why this portable speaker is top-rated by music lovers. Sonos Roam is not only capable of blasting out your favourite tunes (or podcasts or audiobooks) for 10 glorious hours, but it’s also lightweight, waterproof, can stream over WiFi and Bluetooth and is small enough to slip into your bag or suitcase. In other words, they’ll wonder how they ever lived without it.
Tissot PRX 35mm watch, £295, Tissot
The gift of a watch is not only generous but often sentimental, and we can’t think of a better purchase than Tissot’s new PRX, which is inspired by the brand’s original 1978 collection. It includes 18k rose-gold fluted bezels, scratch-resistant sapphire crystal and new dial colours – all water-resistant (up to 100m). A timepiece worth snapping up.
Jean Paul Gaultier Scandal Le Parfum, from £60 for 30ml, Jean Paul Gaultier
With its high-kicking legs on the top of the bottle, this fragrance is an ode to unapologetic women everywhere. Expect an explosion of jasmine, with melted salted caramel and velvety black vanilla. This is a scent that’s confident, glamorous, brazen and a total showstopper – perfect for a woman who never shies away from having fun and being spontaneous.
Refy Lip Gloss, £14, Refy Beauty
We’re constantly on the hunt for products that live up to their hype and this lip gloss from Refy is game-changing. A high-shine gloss that looks like glass but feels like a balm (the days of sticky lip gloss are so 2002), it’s infused with plumping hyaluronic acid and applied via a cooling metal applicator, so lips are left looking fuller and feeling hydrated. The stocking filler of dreams. And the best bit? If you **spend £20 or more, you can get a Refy Lip Gloss for £5 using the code 'GLAMOUR'. Don't say we don't treat you (see the full T&Cs below).
KISS Gel Fantasy Nail Kit in Rock Candy, from £8.50, Boots
Getting a long-lasting party manicure doesn’t mean a trip to the salon any more. Thanks to these glittery press-ons, nails look as good after a professional job but for a lot less money (and far less stress on your nails). This bestselling kit at Boots is a doddle to apply, has tons of fun designs and the nails are super easy to remove. That’s your Secret Santa gift nailed.
UOMA Beauty Black Magic Hypnotic Impact High Shine Lipstick, £21.50, Harvey Nichols
We’re huge fans of inclusive beauty brand UOMA Beauty and its forward-thinking formulations, and the bestselling Black Magic Lipstick might just be one of our all-time faves. It goes on like a lipstick, looks like a gloss, while managing to moisturise like a balm and offers a perfect wash of colour and shimmer. Oh, and it’s 100% vegan and cruelty-free. Honestly, they’ll want nothing more.
Sunday Riley C.E.O. 15% Vitamin C Brightening Serum, £70, Sunday Riley
You just need to read the reviews to get an idea of this product’s superpower – everyone raves about how it leaves skin feeling as smooth and soft as a newborn baby’s, with the addition of a luminous glow. Charged with 15% vitamin C to target signs of ageing, dullness, dehydration, fine lines and hyperpigmentation, Sunday Riley’s serum will become their new bathroom cabinet staple.
Elemis Skin Wellness Advent Calendar: The Complete Collection, £180, Elemis
You’ll be scooping up serious brownie points if you present them with this Elemis advent calendar. Packed with 25 of the brand’s best products, including a full-size tub of the nutrient-packed Pro-Collagen Marine Cream, Pro-Collagen Cleansing Balm, Superfood Facial Oil, Superfood Day Cream and so much more, their skin will thank you.
e.l.f Simply Enchanted Face Palette, £10, e.l.f Cosmetics
We adore this all-in-one powder palette that has everything they need to contour, highlight and bronze on the go. There are eight shades in total – two highlighters, two bronzers, two shimmer blushes and two matte blushes – all in subtle, complexion-warming pigments you can mix, blend and layer up. Even better? It’s purse friendly.
*The Bobbi Brown GLAMOUR15 offer ends 12.12.2022 at 11:59pm or until stock lasts. 15% off sitewide (some exclusions may apply). Subject to availability. Offer exclusively at Bobbibrown.co.uk. Gift with purchases cannot be exchanged and are only available while stock lasts. Code cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Only one promotional code can be redeemed per order. Free UK Standard Delivery automatically applied at checkout when you spend over £50+.
**The Refy Lip Gloss GLAMOUR offer ends 21 December 2022 at 11:59pm or until stock lasts. Subject to availability. Exclusions apply. Offer exclusively at refybeauty.com. Code cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Only one promotional code can be redeemed per order. Minimum spend £20. Add the Lip Gloss to your bag at the end and then apply the discount ‘GLAMOUR’
