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STOCKING FILLERS
Small in size but with various prices, stocking fillers can often be useless stuff unless...
ADIDAS X WALES BONNER
Anything from Wales Bonner's collaboration with Adidas is both exclusive and cool.
Adidas X Wales Bonner stretch-jersey sock – SHOP HERE
JIA JIA
Jia Jia is an American jewellery brand 'inspired by the wisdom and the beauty of our earth' and believes that crystals are a vessel of energy.
These pairs of earrings – wear a different pair each month – promise to keep you in a positive mood.
Jia Jia Birthstone 14-carat gold multi-stone earrings – SHOP HERE
PORTER YOSHIDA & CO
The cult Japanese bag brand is known for its love for perfection.
Founder Kichizo Yoshida said that 'heart and soul go into every stitch' of his product. Looking at these bags close up, you have no choice but to believe the master craftsman.
HOWL Helmet Mini Bag Navy – SHOP HERE
CHANEL
Small luxury can come with a touch of red and sustainability. Chanel's 31 Le Rouge glass case can be filled with 12 shades of red.
31 Le Rouge – SHOP HERE
BREDA
Vintage style meets modern watch design at an affordable price.
Revel Tethered Gold Plated Watch – SHOP HERE
COSMYDOR
Cosmydor's ethical skincare creams range consists of hydrating face creams of floral and shea butter persuasions, clay and almond scrubs, and masks based on ultra-concentrated formulas with more than 99% naturally derived ingredients.
BAUME LÈVRES KISS -– SHOP HERE
DAPHINE
Daphine is a small jewellery brand that offers timeless pieces at an affordable price.
Every piece is handmade in their Jaipur atelier, with 18-carat gold laid over recycled brass that is Responsible Jewellery Council certified. The methods they use produce a resilient layer of gold that doesn’t easily wear away
RITA RING 18ct Gold Plated Ring with Tiger Eye Stone –
ALL THE GLITTER
Christmas is about shining in the dark and partying. And there's nothing more mood-lifting than a touch of gold in the deep winter.
RACHEL COMEY
Indie designer Rachel Comey is one of today's hot NY fashion creatives -– see her latest collaboration with the New York Review of Books. Her brand has been committed to sustainability from day one.
Some pieces of her latest collection in the UK can be found at Couverture & the Garbstore.
Harley Pouch Crossbody Bag Bronze – SHOP HERE
COS
COS' Luxury collection has been utterly inspiring over the past two seasons – unmissable Scandi design paired with fine fabric at an affordable price. The high-street brand still has a long way to go when it comes to sustainability, but its commitment has improved greatly in the past couple of years.
Straight-leg crinkled satin trousers – SHOP HERE
RABANNE
The Spanish brand that recently hit the hall of fame with its collaboration with H&M remains the uncontested winner when it comes to glitter.
Sparkle nano shoulder bag – SHOP HERE
SOCQUE
This new shoe brand, founded by two Parisian women, makes headway in France and beyond – currently Leandra Medine Cohen's favourite.
Abbey Silver – SHOP HERE
SLOW LANE
For those who wish to stay away from the noise of social media and overconsumption.
SMYTHSON
Smythson diaries, with their blue pages, are an all-time favourite and a great way to avoid checking your mobile for a rendezvous.
Chelsea textured-leather diary – SHOP HERE
LEACH POTTERY
Founded in 1920 by Bernard Leach and Shoji Hamada, the Leach Pottery, St Ives, is among the world's most respected and influential potteries. All pieces are handmade and carefully crafted.
Mug – SHOP HERE
BIRKENSTOCK
To keep your feet warm when you turn your heating down.
Arizona Shearling Sandals – SHOP HERE
EARL OF EAST
The Hackney fragrance brand has become an international fixture and scores relatively high on sustainability. All of their products are hand-poured in their warehouse in London. They source as much material from within the UK as possible, produce with 100% eco-vegetable wax, use sustainable materials, including glass vessels, and develop refill systems for their products.
Earl of East Japanese bathing ritual hand wash – SHOP HERE
TOAST
This traditional Japanese wrapping cloth, tied and neatly knotted to transport gifts and food, is both sustainable and beautiful.
Furoshiki Table Gifts – SHOP HERE
AMBER GUINNESS
You don't need to travel to Tuscany any more. Trust Amber Guinness to share her best tips and recipes that combine British art de la table and Italian cooking.
A House Party in Tuscany by Amber Guinness – SHOP HERE
PAPIER
I have followed a devotee's advice and started journalling regularly in the morning. The benefits are countless: it's an efficient way to eliminate stress and negative thoughts and much better than starting the day scrolling Instagram.
Joy Gratitude Journal – SHOP HERE
A SUBSCRIPTION TO MUBI
In a world where you can pretty much watch everything, MUBI’s films curation is a blessing.
MUBI – SHOP HERE
GEN Z
What to give your favourite Gen Z? Tight trousers are out, gender-free is in. The below has been thoroughly researched and checked by people in the know.
ASTRO TAROT
In a world lacking a moral compass, could tarot be the answer?
Russell Grant's Astro Tarot and guidebook, Vintage tarot deck, Pre-owned – SHOP HERE
BALA
To be used while spending time on TikTok.
Bangles 0.45kg/1lb Wrist and Ankle Weights, Blush – SHOP HERE
BACKBONE
This one comes with mixed feelings. A portable Playstation that comes highly recommended by any Gen Z representative to their unconvinced Gen X counterparts.
One PlayStation® Edition – SHOP HERE
HATCH
This one also comes with mixed feelings. Highly recommended by Gen X representatives to their unconvinced Gen Z counterparts.
Hatch Restore 1 – SHOP HERE
PLEASING
Those drops will reset your teen skin from the effects of stress and pollution.
Acid Drops lucid overnight serum 30ml – SHOP HERE
GEAR4MUSIC
Karaoke fans rejoice.
Shure BLX24/PG58-K3E Handheld Wireless Microphone System – SHOP HERE
THE MILLENNIAL EDIT
NEW BALANCE
NB remains a 30-something fixture. While the Aimé Leon Dore collab is perhaps a tad too 2022, this more classic version is in my opinion, a very safe option.
MT580RBL GTX Sneakers Kombu & Black – SHOP HERE
SUQQU
Founded in Japan, Suqqu takes its name from the Japanese word for 'posture with attitude'. Its skincare range is based on the principle of inner composure and serenity. The fact is they are just extremely good.
Eye & Lip makeup remover 100ml – SHOP HERE
BYREDO
A vegan, gender-free fragrance that is inspired by the spirit animal within!
ANIMALIQUE – SHOP HERE
ULTRA HUMAN
Smart rings are said to change your life. They tell you about how you sleep, about your fitness, and also have a menstruation predictor. They even warn you when you appear to be heading towards burnout
Ring AIR – SHOP HERE
A.P.C. X JW ANDERSON
The perfect collab for the urban millennial.
MANTEAU COLIN - DUFFEL COAT – SHOP HERE
FOR THE GEN X BOY
ELMER
If you are set on offering gloves, try this pair, designed in Japan.
Joh Gloves Khaki – SHOP HERE
ASUS
This portable projector is getting rave reviews. Could it be the solution to watch movies en famille finally?
ZenBeam L2 Smart Portable LED Projector – SHOP HERE
BENNETT WINCH
This small company makes all their luggage in England.
Suede Weekender, Storm Grey – SHOP HERE
DR BARBARA STURM
I have only recently discovered Dr Barbara Sturm's anti-ageing products, and I can only say that it works. Hello, smooth, glowy skin and goodbye, puffy eyes. I hear the men's creams are pretty impressive, too.
Men super anti-ageing set – SHOP HERE.
IT FASHION ACCESSORIES
Following the success of PhoebePhilo.com's latest fashion release, there's still an appetite for very specific and seemingly hard, hard-to-get fashion items. Some of them are super expensive, others, surprisingly not. The challenge, of course, is not so much to buy them but to find them.
COS
We've mentioned the COS quilted bag at length. This is because it is affordable, and fashion experts approve. It also has a quiet luxury seal, meaning you can wear it for years.
QUILTED MINI BAG - LEATHER – SHOP HERE
LOEWE
Loewe's handbags are quietly becoming the big thing among fashion cognoscenti. Their very soft leather, discreet branding and 70s shapes may be the reason for their popularity. The Squeeze bag is one of the season's most popular items, but sadly almost impossible to buy. Unless you are one of the lucky ones…
Small Squeeze bag in nappa lambskin – SHOP HERE
JORDAN 1
This model rose to stardom after Travis Scott wore it. It comes at quite a price!
Jordan 1 Retro High OG SP – SHOP HERE
ADIDAS X WALES BONNER
Wales Bonner Gazelle are back this year, as popular as ever.
Adidas X Wales Bonner Samba nylon sneakers – SHOP HERE
CARTIER
The Cartier small Baignoire watch (first created in 2012) has been reedited and has a gold rigid bracelet.
The ultimate luxury.
BAIGNOIRE WATCH – INFO HERE
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