Sunday, 13 December 2020

Another Last Minute Christmas Gift Guide

You might have seen my last minute beauty lovers Christmas gift guide last week and this week I have another instalment! This time I thought I would include some non-beauty related items as well in case you need some inspo! 


christmas 2020 gift guide sand and sky

I have a thing about pyjamas, especially at Christmas, and it’s always a tradition to get a new pair every year. This year, I asked my mum for some silk (read: satin because silk is too expensive!) pyjamas and I know I got them because I tried on a couple of sizes to see which fit best! I fell in love with the Chelsea Peers Zebra print set but the Bluebella Giraffe set came a close second! Sadly these both seem to be out of stock now but they felt so luxurious I knew I wanted to get my aunt a similar pair so I went with the Marks & Spencer Satin Butterfly print pyjama set which I love and I hope she does aswell! 


satin pyjamas marks and Spencer review next slippers

To go with my new pyjamas I also asked for a sturdy pair of slippers as mine are threadbare and again I’ve spoiled the surprise because my mum wated me to check these fitted too – the Next Suede Mule Slippers! I’ve borrowed them for the photo but I won’t get them to Christmas Day! Even though I only wore them to check the size I know I will love these, the heel is so thick and they feel so comfortable! They are very Ugg like but without having to spend the same amount of money! 


sand and sky purify and glow kit

I’ve kindly been sent the Sand&Sky Purify and Glow Kit* and I cannot wait to try the products out - it’s a brand I’ve seen all over Instagram and it’s got great reviews to go with its beautiful pink aesthetic! They are an Australian cruelty free brand that use Aussie botanicals in their products and this set includes the Australian Pink Clay mask (with the cutest mini mask brush), the Enzyme Powder Polish (that turns pink on activation with water!) and the Emu Apple Dreamy Glow Drops in a handy pink cosmetic bag. It’s also available from Cult Beauty and I’m sure these products will be in future blog posts once I’ve had a chance to test them properly! The Dreamy Glow Drops are calling my name and this set would be perfect for a skincare obsessive! 


I’ve also picked up a Lanolips Rose Intense hand cream for my aunt as at the minute with sanitising, hydration is important and I hope she likes this one! I haven’t tried it before but I am enjoying the other products I have picked up from Lanolips recently! 

 

Candles are also a gift I love to receive and thought I can’t quite justify the price of a Diptyque or Overose, I love the selection TK Maxx and Homesence has and picked up this DW Home candle in the scent of sea salt and driftwood to gift to my aunt! I’ve had other scents myself before and they last long, burn evenly and fill the room with scent! 


Emma Hardie moringa cleansing balm review

The Emma Hardie Essential Luxury Collection has been tempting me for weeks but if you want to gift something smaller, the Moringa Cleansing Balm is always a good shout! I don’t know anyone who has used this that doesn’t like it! It’s luxurious, removes makeup with ease and feels so hydrating! 

 

Most of the presents I’ve got for my mum revolve around makeup and skincare and I’ll probably do a separate Instagram post of those but for now, another crowd favourite I think makes a great present - the Laura Mercier Translucent Loose setting powder and puff (I think I somehow managed to order the old packaging oops!) I’m a long term fan of this and so is my mum, its mattifying but not cakey and not flat! She has been wanting the puff for a while so I picked up the set as it’s expensive on its own! 


Finally, I also picked up some sweets to add as little extras for some people. One of my friends got me a giant jar from a different company for my birthday and it was such a treat and since Christmas is the season for overindulgence I thought I would do the same but with smaller packs! The Little Candy Box Company was the first company that came up when I searched and I am super happy with them, delivery was quick, packaged well and most importantly the sweets taste good (obviously I got some for myself too!)

 

And that concludes my extra little gift guide! I hope it’s helped if you still have some people to buy for! I really need to finish off my presents this week, some things are taking so long to arrive I don’t want to leave it any longer! Let me know if you have picked up any similar presents for your friends and family! 

 

*denotes a PR sample that was sent to me. All opinions are my own. See my full disclosure here. 


Danielle xx

 

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22 comments

  1. I have a tradition of getting new pyjamas every year too! I got mine from Boux Avenue, but I have been wanting to try Chelsea Peers for ages now, as all of their stuff looks so beautiful xx

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    1. OMG they have so mnay nice prints, I want them all! xx

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  2. Fab guide! It's not Christmas without new pjs/slippers or fluffy socks! Love the EH balm! x

    Beautylymin

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  3. I also love the EH Balm, I've just finished mine. Laura Mercier is such a lovrly gift to give. I've also included it in mine.

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  4. Can't go wrong with PJs and fluffy socks!
    Chloe X https://www.chloepryce.com/

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  5. I love those slippers. I bought a pair a couple of months ago from Next (although they are navy blue cord) and they're so comfy. May have to get these ones too as I usually get Next gift cards for Christmas :)

    xo Sarah | Oomph London

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    1. They are so comfy and I know they will last ages because the sole is so thick! xx

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  6. I don't think that you can ever go wrong with slippers, they are always the perfect gift!

    Danielle xx
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  7. I love what you have picked for your gift guide. I would be over the moon to receive any of these beautiful gifts. Especially those silk pj's! xx

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  9. What a lovely post! Great style and design and it fit you so well. Thanks for sharing such a great idea!

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  10. Ohh the emma hardie collection looks so impressive. Perfect gift choice!

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  11. I love the skincare sets that come out this time of year! x

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