Christmas is well and truely on its way, and for some of us that haven't started our christmas shopping yet (oops...!) It may strike panic, but fear not! I have a great christmas guide right here for all of those people in your life that you may (or may not...) struggle buying for, for all sorts of budgets!
After all, Christmas is supposed to be a fab time of year!
After all, Christmas is supposed to be a fab time of year!
So, where do I start? Lets start with your typical young ladies! (typically aged 18-25 maybe?)
Makeup I could (probably) guarantee is going to be winner on most occasions!
These are the 'Naked' Eyeshadow Palettes from Urban Decay which over the course of 2015 a lot of ladies have been raving about, I myself have Naked 2, which I ADORE, as its perfect a nude or smoky eye, which FYI, they also have a 'Naked - Smokey' in the range too, but at £38.00 a pop, it's not exactly the cheapest, so what other options are there?
This next option isn't also the cheapest but having recieved it as a gift in the past, I can definitely recommend it!
MAC Cosmetics offer a voucher for different amounts (£30, £50 and £100).
In which you get a free makeup lesson and then have the value of the voucher to spend on cosmetics from the entire MAC range. - As tried and tested, I can't recommend this enough as you get to see how it really looks and see what works before you, 'Try before you buy" if you like! - These are bookable appointments only and are only available in department stores which have a makeover area within the counter (Debenhams in Meadowhall is a fab example and where I had mine done!).
Ok, there's two suggestions with a slightly higher price tag, but for those with a smaller budget, look below!
Boots is an absolute saviour for all things beauty when it comes to christmas with their fab 3 for 2 (cheapest item free) offer which includes gift sets, make up and more.
So fellas, if you're struggling for your sister, mum or even your nan, venture into boots, you could probably get all 3 done within a few minutes, they have brands ranging from Soap and Glory to Jack Wills in this year and you'll be sure to find something just right!
Boots is an absolute saviour for all things beauty when it comes to christmas with their fab 3 for 2 (cheapest item free) offer which includes gift sets, make up and more.
So fellas, if you're struggling for your sister, mum or even your nan, venture into boots, you could probably get all 3 done within a few minutes, they have brands ranging from Soap and Glory to Jack Wills in this year and you'll be sure to find something just right!
Great example is this Jack Wills Weekend Essentials Backpack! And until Thursday 26th November it's half price! Order it here - Jack Wills Weekend Essentials Backpack
Boots also offer these fab sets for him and her! (Links below the photo).
There is so much more inspiration for him, her and the kids at the Boots website, take a look!
So, the next bit I'm going to cover is Secret Santa, most of the time the budget is £5-£10, but there is always the fear that you may or may not just draw the one person out of the office that you can't stand...
So, the next bit I'm going to cover is Secret Santa, most of the time the budget is £5-£10, but there is always the fear that you may or may not just draw the one person out of the office that you can't stand...
No fear, whether you like the person (or not...) here's some great sites and stores with gifts for under £10!
Not on the high street.com is the perfect stop for personalised and unique gifts that you may not find on the highstreet, think cufflinks, quirky notebooks and even homeware, if you're looking for something unique, Not on the highstreet.com might be a good stop for your secret santa present! (Or for general gifts!).
A popular choice for ladies, could be a bathbomb from Lush, I think the majority (if not all) are under £5 and are the perfect addition to a relaxing bath! If you have a budget of £10, you can stretch to a bubblebar too or even one of the many gift sets they have on offer! but from bathbombs to facemasks and moisturisers, check out their range! Lush.
Prezzybox.com actually have a secret santa section with both £10 and £5 budgets! There is definitely the perfect joke/novelty present for all!
This includes "How to be the perfect husband/wife" books, coffee stencil sets, homeware bits and pieces, even a hangover kit and a LED Wine glass!
This includes "How to be the perfect husband/wife" books, coffee stencil sets, homeware bits and pieces, even a hangover kit and a LED Wine glass!
Check out their entire Secret Santa range here.
Dotcomgiftshop has gifts under £5 and seems to be based heavily on kitchen and homeware products, including oven mitts, Kitchen and Home signs (e.g "It's all about the wine"), Mugs, small toys and more! Check out the range here.
There of course is so many more ideas to be told, keep an eye out for my next christmas gift guide coming early December for you last minute shoppers, from both myself and other bloggers! To help you find that perfect gift! From the perspective of both male and female bloggers! (If you're interested in taking part, tweet me!).
@hayley_grice
Good luck in the christmas shopping and have a fantastic christmas all!
Until next time,
Another great post! Enjoyed the read and if I remember i will be interested in taking part in the dec guide :) xx
ReplyDeleteGreat gift guide! Gemma xx
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