It's the most wonderful time of the year....
At Lady HQ we like to think we know what our discerning readers like, so here are a few of our top gifts for the perfect gifts for friends and family.
For the sporty types, they can even have their very own named scooters: Personalised Red Sprite, £119.95
Kindle Kids Edition, £99.99 is a new reading experience designed just for kids – now young readers can leave the heavy books at home and carry a library full of books (plus a dictionary!) on one lightweight device. And like all Kindle devices, it offers a sanctuary reading experience with no distractions. Kindle Kids Edition comes with the latest Kindle, a kid-friendly case, one year of Amazon Fire for Kids Unlimited, and a 2-year worry-free guarantee – if anything happens to it, send it back and Amazon will replace it. www.amazon.co.uk
For the glamour-puss in your life, give her some cool sparkles with this gorgeous tuxedo jacket from IZABEL £50
For the musical babies, look no further than this adorable Royal Opera House Xylophone £20
For the little sister, this ROH mouse in a box is simply adorable. £20
For the cocktail maker - add some flair to Christmas Day drinks with this stunning shaker, £25 Royal Opera House
For the outdoors type: These gorgeous light brown lace-up boots are perfect for that winter walk. Pair with a midi dress or jeans for effortless style. Available at Deichmann's 100 stores nationwide, £54.99
For the foodie: microplane gourmet chilli set £34.95
The Chili Mill in this set effortlessly and evenly grates the chilies to release their essential oils which add oomph to a wide range of sweet and savoury dishes. The set also includes a smart 30g storage tin of Spicebar Birds Eye Chilis. hartsofstur.com
No Christmas is complete without Elizabeth Shaw chocolates, who's new offering of Ginspired Tipples are sure to be a hit before or after lunch. £7
For the skincare lover, Institut Esthederm’s Intensive Spiruline Serum (£64)
Working to accelerate cellular metabolism, improve skin tone, plumpness and elasticity, the facial serum gives lifeless skin essential minerals and vitamins. Suitable for all skin types and ages, the serum will help to soften and restore skin radiance while reducing signs of fatigue and stress. https://www.beautybay.com/ https://www.escentual.com/
For an invigorating winter shower, go for this sophisiticated Fireside from fine bath, body and fragrance house Noble Isle, whose clean-conscience products are vegan, cruelty-free and presented in fully recyclable packaging - proving that bagging a bargain doesn’t have to come with a side order of environmental guilt. Bonus is this smells of Christmas! This woody, oriental blend gently warms the skin, creating a sensual, warming bathing experience. £21
Make her dreams come true with this stunning Lebrusan Studio Filigree Double Hearts Ring, £155
Continental Men’s Moonphase Chronograph - something special for the smart man WatchShop.com £450
This handsome and rugged chronograph timepiece features a stainless steel case surrounding a white dial with a number of features. The striking moonphase feature is positioned in the upper right hand of the dial between the 1 and 2 o’clock hour markers. The two chronograph sub-dials feature red accents giving the dial a subtle pop of colour and it also has a date window at the 4 o’clock mark. The modern black numerals are in Arabic numerals. It has a stainless steel mesh bracelet.
For the style guru, hot brands Fairfax & Favor and Tom Lane take winter chic to a whole new level: Rockingham Ankle Boot, £245 available at www.fairfaxandfavor.com
Rare Birds Book Club is a genius idea - a membership Club (www.rarebirdsbookclub.com) and monthly subscription box championing literature ‘by women, for women’ - perfect for mums, sisters and daughters alike!
The Science Museum Ecobot £10 what could be cuter than this little chap?
The Science Museum has also partnered up with Pentatonic, the world’s first truly circular consumer brand, who create high-performance lifestyle, homeware and accessories using only post-consumer waste Forty Five Bottle Cushion £40
We are very taken with new brand Whale of a Time Clothing - a young Norfolk entrepreneur with some serious style skills. Penzance Puffer Jacket, £149.95 by Whale of a Time Clothing, available at www.whaleofatimeclothing.com
Kingsand Hoodie in Navy, Red and White, £48.95 by Whale of a Time Clothing, available at www.whaleofatimeclothing.com
