Last Minute Xmas Gift Guide
Christmas eve is in exactly one week and this post is dedicated to all for those who are always waiting until the very last moment to shop for presents (like I do). Apart from rare exceptions, almost all these gift idea could be shopped off-line, so no stressful awaiting by your post box until the very last minute.
Wall Art: Prints from Paris
Wall Art is something that will make your space look cozier and feel "more you". Prints and posters, framed or just pinned above your work space add a vibe to your home but also be used as moodboard (we all believe in power of visualisation).
I am so happy and relived to finally open my print shop on Etsy a couple of days ago! There are only 4 prints (2 large and 2 medium size) but I wanted so badly the shop go live before Christmas so I went with what I could produce in time. My prints are shot by me, printed in Paris and hand packed and sent from Paris with love♥️
Home Decor
I am crazy about stuff for home: a couple of years ago it would be fashion I would spend most of my pocket money on, now it is home deco. Mugs, chandeliers, vases, pretty plates or mirror trays, the options are endless for any budget... I would kill for this present!
Where to shop offline: Merci (Paris), Zara Home, Anthropologie, H&M Home, Maisons du Monde
Small Accessory from a High End Fashion Brands
Great option to offer high end fashion brand without spending too much: beanies, hats, scarves, passport covers, card holders, bag/key charms, phone cases or any other small accessories. Funny and colorful beanies by some brands like Ganni, Acne, Marc Jacobs, Kenzo are often around 100 euro. Moreover, some online retailers has already started their Holiday Sales so you can get really good deals.
Where to shop offline: Local department stores ( like Galeries Lafayette, Printemps, Le bon Marche in Paris), multibrand/concept stores (like Merci, The Broken Arm in Paris), brand's local boutique in your city.
Hair accesories (scrunchie)
Another great idea for a fashionista without ruining your budget: hair accessory like scrunchie. Scrunchie is basic hair accesory that is getting back to fashion. Brands like Atelier des Femmes or Scrunchie is back offer great selection in beautiful prints and fabrics.
Where to shop offline: Local Department Stores (accessories and beauty section)
Scented Candles
Forever favorite last minute gift idea: we (me) rarely buy scented candles to ourselves as we mistakingly think that there is better use for another 50 euros. But there is nothing like lighting up a great candle and getting wrapped in gentle aroma coma. Candles is a great and easy gift: when I don't know what scent is the best option for a particular person, I ask for bestsellers and get a bestseller. Favourite brands: L'Artisan Parfumeur, Le Labo, Dyptique and Byredo.
Where to shop offline: Local Department stores (Home section), Perfume stores, multibrand concept stores
Gift Sets
Gift sets are prepacked (but customizable, you can choose from what to put in box) and often already wrapped so zero headache. I am talking about gift sets like some watch brands has (Daniel Wellington set: watch + bracelet) or perfume brands (L'Artisan Parfumeur: perfume set of 5 different fragrances) or even food sets: prepacked selection of cheeses, jams and drinks!
Where to shop offline: L'Artisan Parfumeur stores in Paris, BHV Marais
Jewelry
I always tell to my boyfriend that whenever he has no idea what to offer me on any holiday, he can go for jewellery and he will definitely be appreciated 😅. But without speaking of expensive and orecious pieces there are so many great affordable yet so stylish jewelry brands ourthere (by outthere I mostly mean Instagram). My recent discovery is newborn baby brand from Berlin @redcherryblvd: Anastasia the founder and designer developed such a delicate line of jewelry! Other favourite brands: Belmto, Daisy London
Where to shop offline: local concept stores (Merci in Paris, BHV Marais)
Beauty: Skincare or Make-Up
Beauty products are not an easy gifts as you should probably know the skin type, favourite brands or allergic limits of a person you are preparing the gift for. But still there are many pretty neutral options: face/hands/feets/hair masks could work for almost anyone. Plus there are plenty glamorous options like gold or silver or shining masks that make the selfcare ritual even more special!
Makeup could be a great option as well: maskara, highlighetrs, nail polish, eye shadow or lipstick palettes are quite neutral in terms of colors (but you should at least know some basic's of your friend makeup look, like does she likes nude colors, or dark lips).
