www.timex.co.uk

An affordable yet stylish watch is always a good call and this brand comes up with the goods every time (no pun intended). Also if you sign up to their site, you get 15% off…bargain!

Gola

If like me, you love a white trainer (as they go with everything) but want a pair that isn’t so ubiquitous, Gola is your new go-to. They are super comfy, super stylish and won’t cost you a gas bill to buy.

Bravissimo

With Christmas party season looming, a lot of party looks require the right underwear to complete the look, as a Stylist by day, a decent bra will transform a look as underwear is the literal silhouette to your clothes. This strapless bra from the chaps at Bravissimo is my go to for those one should’ve, halter looks that need a bra to work.

Jurlique.co.uk

I’m old enough to remember when advent calendars were distinctly underwhelming affairs and the best you could hope for was a drawing of a wee donkey to look forward to. These days, advent calendars are something else and are effectively a gift in themselves. My pick for both value and quality is this beauty from Australia’s Jurlique. Packed full of their excellent products with several full size ones too, it is a steal.

Duckanddry.com

If you’ve never had a blow dry from the fabulous Duck n Dry, you’re missing out, but fear not, as you can bring the salon experience home with their equally fabulous shampoo and conditioner (one for fine hair, one for thicker hair). Or you can purchase a gift card for one of their eponymous blow dries and give the gift of swishy hair for days.

Margaretdabbs.co.uk

In the words of the late, great, William Morris, ‘ have nothing in your home that you do not know to be useful or believe to be beautiful’. Enter these beautiful yet incredibly useful crackers from the foot guru, Margaret Dabbs. Her products are the stuff of legend and Christmas just isn’t Christmas without crackers.

Sheepinc.com

Continuing with the practical yet gorgeous theme, this cardigan from the superbly named sheep will keep you cosy (and maybe help postpone putting the heating on too 🤞🏼).

www.mantahair.com

I have been raving about this brush for EVER, it is quite simply, the best hairbrush you will ever buy and I’m not alone in thinking this. It has won so many awards and they just keep on coming. Suitable for all hair types, ages and genders – even my kids have their own one too.

Chantecaille

This limited edition Lotus Holiday collection was created to support The Sheldrick Trust and the blush, in the words of Olivia Chantecaille gives your cheeks ‘the perfect hint of sheen’.

Ren

We could all frankly, do with some more joy given the ‘unprecedented’ times we find ourselves in. This brand has been with me since my 20s and still going strong now I am in my 40s. This Rose Otto bath oil, is such a lovely treat and it smells utterly divine.

Aimeeannlou.com

For the ultimate in festive footwear, look no further than the Cleo by Aimee Ann Lou, they’re just so pretty I’d be wearing them as slippers all Christmas Day.

Atelierromy.com

A piece of jewellery at Christmas is always a lovely gift to give and I am a big fan of this brand. The leopard ring is a particular fav.