For me Christmas is all about spoiling my loved ones. Nothing excites me more than discovering that perfect gift for a friend or family member that I KNOW will be appreciated.
Personally I believe there are no ‘terrible gift givers’, just lazy ones and some who just don’t have the time to be out shopping. Whatever your reason for being late to the gift buying rush (me included this year), i’m here to help you pick some of the most luxurious gifts that wont go unnoticed, or unappreciated. Can you believe it’s only one more week till Christmas?!! I cant!
As you might have guessed, there’s a theme for todays gift guide. All things golden and shiny! Who doesn’t love a little extra sparkle during the holidays right? Gold packaging has this way of instantly transforming the most simple everyday things!
1. Louboutin Beauty Metallic Eye Colour
Finally Louboutin Beauty has made its way to Singapore this year and finally accessible. My very first Louboutin Beauty product was a lipstick a few years ago and I remember being smitten by the quality of the products and the packaging. When I finally got to see everything in real life I found the eyeshadows to be just as Ah-mazing, if not better! There isn’t a huge shade range but the colours are beautiful and are super long wearing (read budge-proof).
I chose two shades, Morganite (shimmering pink) and Black Sapphire
2. Chantecaille Eclat Brillant Highlighter
Packaging goals! But of course Chantecaille do in-fact make fantastic highlighters. This years holiday collection featured a gorgeous true gold highlight Eclat Brillant, just perfect for the festivities coming up! The texture is ultra silky and goes on without looking powdery. Pure luxury.
P.S- While you are browsing, do check out the stunning Lip Cristals (that come in three shades) for some extra shimmer this holiday season. The packaging is gold of course with a chic shimmer bullet which is a pearl pigment formula.
ALSO for each lipstick purchased Chantecaille has the 1 lipstick = 1 tree campaign where they plant a tree in Kenya for each lipstick sold! It’s the gift that keeps on giving.
3. Hourglass Scattered Light Glitter Eyeshadow Holiday Trio
If it’s gifting glitter, Hourglass is the way to go! I’m a sucker for adding some extra shimmer for my holiday makeup looks and nothing quite does it for me like these. They can be applied with fingers and add the most beautiful sparkle to the lids. This year (again) Hourglass have come out with a gorgeous holiday trio that’s limited edition. The pots are slightly smaller than the regular size but just perfect to dip a finger in to grab some iridescent sparkle!
4. Byredo Perfume Sampler Set
Something I don’t normally advise gifting is perfume. However when it comes to minis in a set, I think it’s a great way to try a brand and also for gifting. Byredo does a sampler kit called La Selection. There’re several fragrance groups to pick from. If you know what the recipient normally favours, why not let them try something new!
5. YSL Sequin Crush Eyeshadow.
What’s the point of Christmas if you don’t get to play with glittter…right? , let me add one more gorgeous product for you to consider. Have you seen YSL’s new(ish) Sequin Crush Eyeshadow?? I spotted a gold and a silver and couldn’t resist picking them up! Packaging is A+, and so is the glitter inside! Creamy to the touch and packed with pigment. These give more of a foiled effect than outright glitter. Obsessed!
6. CHANEL Gabrielle Shower Gel
Luxury shower gels are a total splurge and make the best gifts. I know I love receiving them.
CHANEL Gabrielle is for the floral lover. A mix of Jasmine, Ylang-Ylang, Orange Blossom and a hint of Tuberose. This comes in a decent 200ml bottle that’ll look perfect in anyones shower.
For other delectable gift worthy shower gels, check out Aerins selection. I love the Tuberose Body Wash and the Body Cream. A must have if you love white flower fragrances. This one feels extra decadent with it’s silky, creamy formula!
7. Chanel Sublimage Gel-to-Oil Cleanser
Skincare is always a welcome gift in my books, and one of the most decadent additions to my shelf is the newly launched Sublimage Gel-to-Oil Cleanser. Review here!
Sublimage is Chanels most premium anti-aging collection and as you may already know, the skincare is top-notch. Since I loved this product so much and it comes in cheery ‘holiday gold’, it’s made the list!
A very lucky someone deserves to have this slipped in their stocking.
8. Silke London Hair Wrap
Something extra luxurious and a truly unique gift is a silk hair wrap by Silke. It protects your hair from tangling and eliminates frizz therefore minimizing hair damage while you sleep.
Also great for keeping the hair away from the face when you get ready in the morning. Order via Net-a-Porter! They deliver within 2-3 days, definitely making it in time for Christmas.
9. COVETEUR Coffee Table book
Gifting Coffee Table books will never go out of style. One of my favourite books to date is Coveteur. Be it mindlessly flipping pages taking in the drool worthy editorial photography or curiously reading about celebs hand bag collection or wardrobe dripping with couture. This one’s perfect for anyone who loves the finer things in life.
10. A Spa voucher
If you made it through holiday shopping you KNOW how hard it’s been! Every friend deserves a little pampering and some me time especially after the holidays. Be it a new mom, a corporate rockstar or even Mommy dearest who deserves a little me time of her own. It’s honestly one of the easiest ways to make someone happy! I’m all for gifting experiences, it’s less stress on our planet and eliminates any need for unnecessary packaging.
That wraps up todays guide. I’m planning to upload a few more linked guides before the weekend since it’s the very last weekend before Christmas! I hope you manage to pick up the perfect presents for your loved ones. 
Happy Shopping!