Gemma's Gift List

Gemma's Gift List
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Gemma’s Gift List

Who doesn’t love a good prezzie? I don’t know anyone who would say no to being spoiled in some way, shape or form.

Every year, I endlessly search online and offline for the gifts I’d LOVE to give and be given, so this is my list for you to have for this years gifts that I’m already lining up to give to those special someones in my life that deserve a little (or a big) treat.

Save yourself the searching, and click through each image to find out more.

Self-indulgent Treats

Sophie Allport Bubbles & Fizz, starting at £3

Sophie Allport Bubbles & Fizz, starting at £3

Sézane Paulo Bag, £335

Sézane Paulo Bag, £335

Set Menu Dinner at Kyseri, £36/pp

Set Menu Dinner at Kyseri, £36/pp

Although you should be treating yourself all year for your hard work, perseverance through tough times, and just because you can - the holidays are the best reason to feel festive and get yourself all the things you’ve had your eye on.

I’ve been a big fan of Sézane since Alex Noiret first started modelling for the brand, and have now fallen head over heels for their gorgeous bags, especially the Paulo bag (below) with a little scarf accessory, it’s the perfect bag for any occasion.

In addition, some guilty pleasures - like an excess of plants at home (Patch is fab for this because you can deck out your house with greenery in the click of a button), or a big puffy Uniqlo jacket that doesn’t make you look like a marshmallow (there is a women’s version of the coat that I personally own and it makes me want to run outside in the cold everyday, and I know the men’s jacket is on my boyfriend’s wish-list).

These are the goodies that I would want to find under the tree, or treat myself to, this year.

Other Stories Velvet Belted Trousers, £85

Other Stories Velvet Belted Trousers, £85

Marcato Pasta Maker, £55

Marcato Pasta Maker, £55

Patch Swiss Cheese Plant, starting at £14

Patch Swiss Cheese Plant, starting at £14

Diptyque Berries 190g Candle, £47

Diptyque Berries 190g Candle, £47

Uniqlo Men’s Seamless Down Jacket, £139.99

Uniqlo Men’s Seamless Down Jacket, £139.99

Under £10: Ballin’ on a Budget

or what the hell to buy for your Secret Santa that won’t go in the bin?

Yes Studio Coffee Mug, £6

Yes Studio Coffee Mug, £6

Other Stories Havana Blues Hand Soap, £7

Other Stories Havana Blues Hand Soap, £7

Why do I need to spend any money on the random colleague that I’ve never spoken to? Nothing says Christmas in the office like a Secret Santa you don’t want to participate in. Here are some items that nobody could say no to - and you don’t have to worry about going over the £10 budget.

Oliver Bonas Hot Chocolate Bombes, £8.50

Oliver Bonas Hot Chocolate Bombes, £8.50

Hotel Chocolat Classic Champagne Truffles, £10

Hotel Chocolat Classic Champagne Truffles, £10

Firebox Unicorn Tears Gin Liquor, £8.99

Firebox Unicorn Tears Gin Liquor, £8.99

Experiences for two (or more!)

The Ritz Hotel, Afternoon Tea, starting at £49.50

The Ritz Hotel, Afternoon Tea, starting at £49.50

Planning experiences that will please your recipient can be hard, so I’ve made it a little bit easier and compiled the most fun plans you can make that won’t break the bank - tea at The Ritz for only £49.50/person - and can be scheduled into the New Year. From sushi making, to unlimited raclette or a gin tour, you can consider your gift experiences sorted.

Itsu Sushi Making Class for two, £25/person

Itsu Sushi Making Class for two, £25/person

Hayman’s Gin Tour & Tasting, £20/person

Hayman’s Gin Tour & Tasting, £20/person

La Petite Ferme Unlimited Raclette for two, £25/person

La Petite Ferme Unlimited Raclette for two, £25/person

“I need to get them a gift… but I have no idea what to get them”

Being picky can sometimes be a blessing (maybe when finding a potential partner) but when it comes to prezzies, picky people can be the hardest to shop for. I know I am one of those people (apologies in advance to my boyfriend), but below are some present that will be sure to please no matter how difficult your friend/aunt/brother-in-law/boss is.

Bloody Ben’s Pink Gin, £35

Bloody Ben’s Pink Gin, £35

Oyster, A Gastronomic History (With Recipes), £13.29

Oyster, A Gastronomic History (With Recipes), £13.29

SIPSMITH Customisable Stocking with Gin, Book, Shot Measure & Stirrer, starting at £50 (+£5 for personalisation)

SIPSMITH Customisable Stocking with Gin, Book, Shot Measure & Stirrer, starting at £50 (+£5 for personalisation)

Barbour Wool & Cashmere Blend Scarf, £39.95

Barbour Wool & Cashmere Blend Scarf, £39.95

Savisto Wine Aerator, £8.95

Savisto Wine Aerator, £8.95

Big spenda!

Having some money to spend means you can get some limited or hard to find gifts that you otherwise wouldn’t. These are gifts I’ve always wanted to splurge on (or have) and they are like no other prezzies that your loved ones with receive.

Elmley Nature Reserve in Kent, starting at £115/night

Elmley Nature Reserve in Kent, starting at £115/night

Ninja Soup Maker & Blender, £99.99

Ninja Soup Maker & Blender, £99.99

Jancis Robinson Red & White Wine Glasses, £70 for 2

Jancis Robinson Red & White Wine Glasses, £70 for 2

Kinska Flower Vase, £70

Kinska Flower Vase, £70

The Parents Category

The most complicated category: the people that already have everything. The people you want to give something thoughtful that isn’t a fancy photo frame with a printed out pic of the family (yes, I’ve done this before). These are the four gifts that I personally will be giving this year (or gave last year) from something small (organic nut butter) for the parents/grandparents that have everything, to a cheese subscription for the food connoisseurs - this little list should have everyone covered.

The Cheese Geek - 4 Wines & 4 Cheeses Box, £50

The Cheese Geek - 4 Wines & 4 Cheeses Box, £50

Ridgeview Bloomsbury Sparkling English Wine, £30

Ridgeview Bloomsbury Sparkling English Wine, £30

Handmade Organic Cashew & Vanilla Butter, £6.95

Handmade Organic Cashew & Vanilla Butter, £6.95

Bloom & Wild Flower Delivery or Subscription, starting at £20

Bloom & Wild Flower Delivery or Subscription, starting at £20