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You’ve ticked off everyone on your present shopping list this Black Friday, but today is all about you. When it comes to Christmas joy, treating yourself should always be at the top of your festive wish list.
So, these are my luxury picks of the most mood-boosting, joy-sparking, stylish treats to add to your basket this Cyber Monday…
If the shoe fits…
From cocktail flats to showstopper heels, extravagance is order of the day when it comes to party season footwear – look for bows, embellishment and opulent fabrics like velvet and satin.
Moi London, amber velvet Mary Janes
Mine haven’t left my feet this month – I wear them with cashmere socks for extra warmth and spray them daily with Crep Protect waterproofing spray (buy it on Amazon)
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Mango, leather loafers
They’re supremely comfortable and the leather only gets better with age. These penny loafers will add tomboyish charm to your Christmas looks – just add cashmere socks by Scottish cashmere expert Rosie Sugden (rosiesugden.com)
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Festive wardrobe wonders
There’s no better time than Christmas to harness the power of fashion as fantasy. I adopt the approach of ‘literal dressing’ at this time of year – it’s tartan, velvet and faux fur clothes all through December.
Mrs. Claus, eat your heart out.
River Island, long-sleeved velvet embellished coat
A knockout party outfit is ruined instantly when you throw over the top the same puffer you commute in everyday – the opulence of your coat needs to match the opulence of the rest of your outfit. This velvet, bead-covered design will do just that
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Monsoon, Sicily fit and flare midi dress in red
The double decker-red winter version of Monsoon’s monochrome Sicily dress that went viral in the summer. And with good reason – a ‘50s style fitted bodice and poofy skirt are universally flattering, and the taffeta fabric makes it feel special. Oh, and it’s got pockets, too.
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Mirror, mirror…
There’s a reason why lipstick was never rationed during World War II – it’s mood-boosting in the extreme.
And last month I finally found the holy grail in lipstick – Clinique’s Almost Lipstick in black honey. It provides a moisturising berry stain and you can apply it without a mirror. No wonder seven are sold every minute worldwide.
Mavala, Mini nail polish in 69 Bordeaux
There’s a reason why Europe’s chicest women use nothing but Mavala on their nails. The Swiss brand makes the smoothest polishes out there – as someone who paints her nails every three days or so, I can attest their polishes really do glide on. What’s more, the slightly smaller than standard bottle size means you’ll actually finish a bottle before the polish turns gloopy. ‘Bordeaux’ is the perfect wine red
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Never knowingly under-accessorised
There’s a girlish joy to be found in all things sparkly that I don’t think we ever lose, and I take December as the perfect excuse to wholeheartedly, unashamedly indulge this. I’ve been particularly enjoying decking out my hair of late – think crystal hair slides and velvet headbands.
Lexxola, Jet-set travel case
My favourite type of Christmas presents are things that make the practical and mundane beautiful. Enter Lexxola’s travel case – the chic way to stash the miscellaneous items that usually occupy your handbag’s floor
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Luna Charles, Layla pearl moon hair clip
My Christmas season mantra? Don’t save sparkly pieces for parties. It’s hugely mood-boosting incorporating them into your everyday outfits. Glitzy earrings or a sparkly hair slide tucked into the back of a ponytail will bring girlish joy to fellow women who see you, too
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Rise & Fall, cashmere scarf
Rise & Fall have disrupted the luxury cashmere market by uniting exceptional quality and price. I take my cashmere scarf from them on every journey as it doubles as a handy travel blanket or pillow on cold trains and planes
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No place like home!
One of my biggest sources of joy in life is making the practical and the necessary beautiful. Maybe that’s why I became a stylist. We all need to wear clothes, so why not make them a visual feast? Likewise, we all need to eat off a plate, so it might as well be a beautiful one that inspires joy.
Quail, elephant vase
Quail are known for their quirky, animal-shaped tableware – fill this with red berries and gypsophila to add a touch of whimsicality to your Christmas table
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H&M, frill-trimmed cushion cover
I buy high street cushion covers like this one and have them embroidered with personal messages by embroiderers Initially London (initiallylondon.com) – bespoke present-giving on a budget
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Archivist, luxury matches
I love giving a candle like the above to friends along with a box of luxury matches by Archivist (arhivistgallery.com) – again, the joy is in making even something as utilitarian as the match beautiful
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Papier, blush ribbon 10-piece writing set
My grandmother has a tradition of buying my sisters and I beautiful wiring paper every year as part of our Christmas present. It makes writing thank you letters a joy. Papier has an abundance of designs that can be personalised
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Burga, magnetic power bank
This device will change your life – I jest not. It can charge two devices simultaneously without wires- just attach your phone magnetically and it will start charging
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Bags of style!
I like to wear my decadent party bags with even casual ensembles in December – their frivolity is an instant joy-sparker. River Island’s tassel adorned velvet bag hasn’t left my side – its wristlet is practical, and I’ve trimmed down the tassels so they’re less floor-grazing.
River Island, red tassel velvet bag
A perfectly-sized wrist strap means this bag can dangle elegantly and comfortably from your arm – leaving you free to juggle mince pie, mulled wine and carol sheet in your hands.
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