Go on, treat yourself this Christmas.
Christmas is all about giving right? You see the perfect gift , think to yourself, you know who would love that? oh yeah me, spend 10 minutes pondering over the gift in your hand, place it back on the shelf at least 5 times and somehow still end up with it in your grasp? the common excuses flying round your head ; but its Christmas , moneys too tight, you've still not bought for your special someone, you'll just wait and see what Santa brings or ill just get it later it will probably on sale then anyway? Sound familiar? yup me too! Ok so not a life changing loss or sense of regret but when its not under the tree on Christmas morning, your heart does sink a little.
This year my gift to you is some personal seriously scrumptious self treats that you just cant resist. They are gorgeous, unique and definitely must haves this Christmas and New Year! You probably never even thought about owning them , but now its too late, your hooked and the big heart vs brain debate has already started. Remember everyone deserves a little treat and that does include yourself! I mean another year of hard work can't go unnoticed, you have to treat yourself to a little something!
So go on, treat you self....
Gin o'clock... i couldn't have a self treat gift guide without some kind of gin now could i? Iv'e chosen Slingsby rhubarb gin priced at £39.99.
"Initial Sweetness of Rhubarb and raspberry followed by the bitter tang of the Pink grapefruit citrus base. A tart Rhubarb finish rounds off the drink leaving an unforgettable flavour on the palate.Enjoy with a premium elderflower tonic, on ice and garnish with a fresh raspberries."
Sticking with the alcohol theme , I mean it is Christmas which calls for cocktails and whiskey, Ive chosen a few little things which are equally as stunning! Starting with the Oliver Bonas, Cocktail spoon and jigger set priced at £25.00 its a must have to impress the guests! Especially teamed with these Lakeland sugar cane stirrers!
I couldn't not include this 'hop to it 'bottle opener from Anthropologie , priced at £14.00. Isn't it super cute!
Going from cute to a more classier touch these metalic tumblers are a must have for any Chirstmas party or a quiet night in in style! Priced from £20.00.
Im known for neglecting skin care so a little gift to me from me like this would be perfect! Ive heard nothing but great things about this set from REN 'all is calm, all is bright' and the packaging is to die for! Theres lots of different products available at REN clean skin!
Christmas basically equals cheese and how have you ever served cheese before without these two beauties! I am absolutely in love with these marbled stone dust cheese knives! Aren't they stunning especially used with this green marble and wood cheese board. Both from Oliver Bonas with the knives priced at £24.00 and the cheese board £40.00.
I adore mugs! Mug obsessions are a thing right? I literally like them all and could only just narrow it down to these four beauties! I love llamas and the first one is a 'no probllama' mug from JOY and is priced at £7.50. I couldn't get over how gorgeous this 'bella swan' mug is, its got super pretty details and has 'slow down' wrote on the back... cute! It's from Oliver Bonas and is £12.00.
I also love the uniqueness of this Mimira mug from Anthropologie , its part of the luminescent collection and represents a collaboration with Lindsay Emery. Its priced at £14.00 and is available in a few colours. I love this one though! The dark colours and gold specs remind me of stars!
My fourth mug is for the crazy cat lovers or those who just like cats on their mugs I guess... its very adorable either way! I love how unique but pretty it is too! Again its from Anthropologie and is called the 'Neko cat mug' and priced at £12.00. All of the mugs in fact pretty much everything on that website is uniquely stunning!
Just like with mugs, I am a bit of a candle hoarder! They are all over my room! These 5 were narrowed down from many! The top left is the Voluspa apple and blue clover classic boxed votive candle priced at £15.00 and the bottom right again is Voluspa and is the prosecco rose, double wick candle in star embossed oval tin and is priced at £24.00. Both sound absolutely luxurious and the website has so many beautiful sounding fragrances!
Top right is the quirky mini faces scented candle trio set from Oliver Bonas, priced at £30.00. I love these for in my bedroom to add a fun unique vibe! Below them is the very adorable white peach and jasmine travel tin scented candle, priced at £12.00, also from Oliver Bonas. I love the idea of the travel tin, perfect for me as Im always on the move between uni, home and Tom's in Scotland!
The last one (bottom left) is from Anthropologie and is stunning! Like the mug the gold specs just remind of stars and with the candle light glow im sure it will look very dreamy and smell amazing! Its called the capri blue stargazer candle and is priced at £26.00. A little bit on the pricey side for a candle but it is stunning!
Im not sure why I like this so much but this green jewel small ring holder, priced at £5.00 from Oliver Bonas is the perfect self treat for any lady! Its unique, marble and a little touch of gold! I love it!
I guess you have never thought about owning a large rose gold pebble wall mirror Penelope llama trinket dish, perfect for storing earrings! right? Nope me neither, yet I saw it and instantly fell in love! I don't know why but I love the cool curvy shape, its definitely different! Its priced at £58.00 and again is from Oliver Bonas. Yes I do love that shop! Also from their is this very cute Again, Ive never thought about owning one yet now I want one! They are £9.50 and I think they do a cat version too!
Sticking with the llama theme is this adorable and quirky furry llama cushion from Urban Outfitters, priced at £35.00. Again a little pricey but it is Chirstmas so you're allowed!
Now these silvered geode coasters are actually gorgeous! With a range of colours available and priced at £14.00 your home will look very on trend, elegant and beautiful! I love them , I think there super pretty!
​It can't be a self treat gift guide without bags! Starting with an all time favourite is the Hyde and Hare Arundell cowhide clutch, priced at a very forgiving £65.00! With lots of styles available and no design the same its probably best you check out the full collection on their website! Thank me later, you will be won over!
Next is the brand new collection from Rydale. With a range of tweeds and leather available in a range of styles again you are probably best having a browse and finding your own personal favourite. Photoed above is the Polly cross-body tote (£75.00) and the Daisy tweed long purse (£35.00).
The one line a day , 5 year reflection diary is priced at £9.99. Other than the fact I was instantly drawn to its gorgeous front cover, the idea of writing a something every day and looking back 5 years later sounds very fulfilling! Next to it is a moon journal priced at £14.99. With another dreamy front cover dragging me in, I was a little sceptical at first im not one for lots of star signs and fortunes but having looked inside it does seem to be quite cool! All about self reflection and self-discovery so it can't be too much of a bad thing right?
Bottom left is the You Only Live Once: A Lifetime of Experiences for the Explorer in All of Us book priced at £22.99. Having looked at the page previews it looks amazing for those who love to travel , explore and experience life not just from home! Pages vary from road trips to travel sports that mend a broken heart. A book worth keeping for life.
On the bottom right is a gorgeous B5 premium spiral notebook from Typo priced at £10.00. I love the black, gold, marble and roses together it looks very classy and on trend! Perfect for going into the new year!
CHOCOLATE! I had to include chocolate but not the normal kind, ive tried to go a little unique and quirky with these gifts and RAW HALO milk and pink himalayan salt chocolate just about does the trick. Priced at £3.99 for 70g. The flavours sound very interesting! I really want to try the dark, ginger and pecan!
Ending this little blog is the very adorable Nellie make up brush set priced at £38.00 from Oliver Bonas. Isn't it really sweet? The brushes are beautiful too! I love the colour! It would be perfect to add to a travel kit or just to be more organised in 2018!
I hope you enjoyed these interesting but super cute gifts and that you found them a little different from your normal buys! For once I wanted to stay away from the country theme as I feel my gift guide covers that aspect so feel free to check that out too! (Page at top of blog).
You all deserve a little something for getting through 2017 so go on treat yourself...
Speak soon,
Meg xxx
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