For him:
1. Chanel Allure Homme Sport, £34 Men may feel at their best straight from a gym session, but that après-exercise red-faced, dishevelled look is always more unkempt than irresistible. Step forward Chanel Allure Homme Sport — a fresh, clean fragrance that’s small enough to slip into a kit bag and can be spritzed on after a work-out to make ‘sporty’ so much more ‘sexy’. There’s a second refill that can be kept at the office for pre-meeting freshness and a cool black container with refill, for the bathroom shelf. Buy this at highlifeshop.com.
2. Simon Carter octagon Cufflinks, £29 A shirt without cufflinks is like a Christmas tree without decorations — it does the job, but lacks that mark of individuality to really make it sparkle. But guys are unlikely to splash out on their own cufflinks, which makes them a great gift idea. Lover, brother or business associate, these extra special Simon Carter numbers would make the perfect Christmas present for all. The angular octagon design is sharp and masculine, softened by the use of luxurious mother-of-pearl which matches any shirt colour. Buy this at highlifeshop.com.
3. SWAP mobile phone watch, £250 No man or boy will be able to resist the tech-tastic charms of this part watch-part-camera-part mobile phone. It’s a gadget even James Bond would die for! For a start the lucky recipient can choose his own digital watch face, making it match his personal style. All functions are operated via a futuristic touch screen, on which he can also watch movies. Slip in a SIM card and he’s got a mobile phone conveniently strapped to his wrist, and a Bluetooth headset to take the calls on. Make it the man (or teenage boy) in your life’s main Christmas present and while he gets to grip with his new toy, he’ll give you the greatest gift in return — unadulterated peace and quiet! Buy this at highlifeshop.com.
For her:
4. D&G Rose The One, £36.50 Every woman would love some Dolce & Gabbana in her wardrobe, and with just one spritz of the design duo’s gorgeous rose scent, now all her outfits can enjoy a touch of the high fashion brand’s iconic Italian elegance. This new fragrance includes notes of blackcurrant, pink grapefruit, mandarin, lily of the valley, rose, musk and vanilla — the ideal bright and breezy pick-me-up for the dark winter months. It’s a failsafe gift for women of any age. Buy this at highlifeshop.com.
5. Georg Jensen Hidden Heart Pendant, £135 It’s not often you’ll find something as stylish as it is romantic, which is why when something comes from a sleek Danish brand like Georg Jensen that marries romance with impeccable style, it’s a must-have gift for a fashion-conscious loved-one. Guys, take note — buy this beautiful piece of jewellery for your wife or girlfriend and give her a Christmas she’ll never forget. Buy this at highlifeshop.com.
6. Lulu Guinness Purse £39 Nothing is too eccentric to inspire a Lulu masterpiece. From bright red lips to fish and chip shops she’s done it all and so when it comes to gift ideas for women who love fashion and keep a well-heeled pace with the latest trends, this is a brand worth buying into. This London By Night purse features a sparkling vista of the capital’s landmarks and is a must-have for the party season. Buy this at highlifeshop.com.
For kids:
7. Girls Multi-strap Bezel Watch, £20 Have you ever spent hours waiting for your little girl to decide what she wants to wear? First it’s the pink outfit, then the yellow, then the green, then back to the pink before starting all over again. It’s all part of expressing her personality and individual style – even if it does mean you’re always late! Here then, is the perfect Christmas gift for her — a cute, mini watch with an amazing array of coloured straps to choose from. She can match the timepiece to her outfit, her mood, or just pick a different colour for every day of the week. Buy this at highlifeshop.com.
8. Shining Stars Plush Penguin, £10 Who doesn’t love a penguin? This cuddly toy would make a welcome addition to any child’s collection of furry friends. The hanging tag contains a secret code that gives the child access to a website where they’ll be able to name their own star! As a Shining Stars member your child can print off a certificate and star chart as well as create an online Star Pal, play great games and make new friends. It’s enough to keep them busy throughout the holiday season. Buy this at highlifeshop.com.
9. Walkie-Talkie Watches, £30 While Dad’s playing with his new SWAP watch younger kids will love creating fun and games with these fantastic walkie-talkie watches. Christmas day becomes one big adventure, as siblings hide and devise mini missions that involve communicating via their exciting, new walkie-talkie watches. ‘Brussels sprouts on their way to the table. Over.’ ‘Escape route found. Over and out.’ Buy this at highlifeshop.com.
For the home:
10. Links of London Snowflake Tree Decoration, £39 Bring a touch of luxury and sophistication to this year’s Christmas tree with a stunning, sterling silver snowflake from Links of London — the stylish brand famous for its Sweetie jewellery (also available to buy on board). Give this gorgeous pendant as a gift to any homemaker and their festive furnishings will be complete or buy it as a Christmas treat for yourself. Afterall, you’ve been good all year. Buy this at highlifeshop.com.
This article first appeared in High Life Shop! magazine.
