Yahoo Style68 Gifts That Women Actually Want, Because They're all Chosen by Women
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68 Gifts That Women Actually Want, Because They're all Chosen by Women
Buying gifts can be hard, especially if you're doing so in a last-minute scramble. But listen: we're here to help. We've pulled together a long list of perfect presents, all culled from our personal wish lists, for those on a modest budget right up to those opting for the full blow-out. Whether it's for a milestone birthday or just because, let this list be our gift to you.
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1) GHD styler
A high-tech, salon-quality styling tool to use at home. This GHD styler monitors heat levels 250 times per second to maintain the optimum temperature keeping hair damage-free.
£189, CultBeauty
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2) La Mer moisturiser
£370 sounds crazy for a moisturiser, but with this one, the results speak for themselves. This cream uses the brand's innovative Miracle Broth™ elixir, which boosts five facets of renewal: radiance, smoothness, soothing, regeneration and moisture.
£370, Net-a-Porter
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3) Adnams gin
This 10-botanical Juniper-laden blend is inspired by Mexican cuisine and will go excellently with that dinner you're planning to make too, right?
£32, Adnams
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4) Frankie Shop top
An upgrade on a staple in every woman's wardrobe, this layered tank with an asymmetric, raw hem is one that she'll always reach for. Also available in white and khaki.
£40, Net-a-Porter
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5) Assouline coffee table book
It doesn't look as though we're going to be going anywhere soon, so with travel off the cards, this Capri Dolce Vita coffee table book is the next best thing.
£70, AMARA
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6) Maison Francis Kurkdjian perfume set
Eight of Maison Francis Kurkdjian's most-loved scents are packed into travel-sized vials to create this Fragrance Wardrobe. It's an invitation for her to discover the world of French-Armenian perfumer Francis Kurkdjian who perfected his craft creating fragrances for Dior, Elie Saab and Armani.
£185, Selfridges
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7) Hotel Chocolat hot chocolate maker
A hot chocolate maker sounds like something you don't really need, but my, would you be wrong. It's easy to use, clean and makes, as you might expect, an amazing hot chocolate. Need we say anything else?
£110 including sachets and cups, Hotel Chocolat
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8) Taschen coffee table book
This Andy Warhol. Polaroids 1958-1987 book offers a glimpse into the artist's world through hundreds of polaroids by the artist. There's everything from self-portraits, to New York society and icons like Keith Haring and Dolly Parton.
£40, Taschen
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9) Bella Freud candle
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10) Augustinus Bader moisturiser
An indulgent addition to her nighttime skincare routine, this rich cream is formulated by one of the world's leading stem cell and biomedical scientists, Augustinus Bader and is inspired by his extensive research into skin healing.
£125, Net-a-Porter
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11) Cowshed set
Cowshed's refresh hand wash and lotion set is infused with essential oils like grapefruit, orange and lavender. A welcome gift for anyone with overwashed, dry hands.
£30, ASOS
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12) COS top
This knitted top with cut-out detailing is the perfect layer for all the outdoor drinking and dining in the pipeline.
£59, COS
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13) NuFace toning kit
This award-winning 'Trinity' facial toning device is designed to stimulate the epidermis with gentle microcurrents, working to tone and contour the face and neck. An effective device that you'll want to use too.
£315, Net-a-Porter
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14) Margiela perfume
Picture a quiet afternoon spent in Zen-like relaxation. What do you see? What do you smell? It turns out Margiela managed to capture this moment of relaxation in this new scent. Top notes consist of green tea, bergamot and orange with a woody base that’s like a breath of fresh air, courtesy of moss and cedar.
£99 for 100ml, Selfridges
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15) Sweaty Betty bag
This sporty gym bag is truly one size fits everything. It can hold up to 36L – at which point it would double up as a dumbbell – and features straps to attach a yoga mat and separate compartments for wet/dry kit.
£98, Sweaty Betty
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16) Green Man gin
The world’s first spirit to be packaged in cardboard. It’s not going to fix the planet by itself, but it does its bit. The bottle is made from 94 per cent recycled paper using 77 per cent less plastic, giving it a carbon footprint 6x lower than that of one in a glass bottle.
£30, Silent Pool
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17) Made marble bookends
The perfect gift for any book lover, these solid marble bookends are cut by hand giving them an organic shape and the stone's natural gradient means each pair is unique to you. They're also available in white marble.
£25, Made.com
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18) Rails pyjamas
When you can't take her to a tropical paradise, then bring the tropical island to her. These relaxed silhouette pyjamas by cult-favourite Rails are detailed with an array of palm trees and subtle piping.
£130, Net-a-Porter
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19) Salcombe gin
The Start Point lighthouse and the exotic fruits brought over by Salcombe sailors in the 19th century were the inspiration for this made-in-Salcombe gin. It's got an especially zingy citrus flavour on account of the fact that these fruits are hand-peeled and added moments before distillation.
£38, Master of Malt
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20) Jo Loves perfume
The idea behind this perfume was the feeling of liberation after a year of restriction, with notes of vetiver, patchouli, cedarwood, and grapefruit being conjured up by a walk around London’s Mayfair.
£115, Jo Loves
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21) Hay jug
This organic jug, the work of experienced glass artist Jochen Holz, is made from Borosilicate glass (which is the toughest there is, butterfingers). The blue/amber hue gives an unusual twist to an essential piece for her garden-party summer.
£35, AMARA
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22) Issey Miyake top
There’s a reason these tops are made every season and that’s because they should be a staple piece in every woman’s wardrobe. Crafted in Japan from a technical-pleated jersey, this khaki version is versatile enough to be worn all year
£163, Matches
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24) Hotel Chocolat selection box
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25) Don Julio 1942
No one does hand-crafted luxury in the tequila world better than Don Julio. Made using small batches of Añejo tequila, which is aged for a minimum of 2.5 years, the resulting blend is smoother than Don Draper in the boardroom.
£160, Harvey Nichols
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26) Byredo perfume
There are many things we have mixed emotions about; the idea of going back to work in an office, the thought of having to sit in said office in actual real trousers, but this scent isn’t one of them. It was designed to reflect the tumultuous nature of our times with the combination of comforting notes of Ceylon black tea, alongside the sharpness of cassis and blackcurrant.
£178, Space NK
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27) Sonic Editions print
This limited-edition print is just one of thousands on Sonic Edition’s site. In this particular piece Sofia Coppola is photographed for Dewey Nicks’s photobook ‘Polaroids of Women’. Every print on-site comes framed and mounted to your choice of spec, and for the price that’s pretty good going.
From £89, Sonic Editions
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28) Silent Pool gin
Handcrafted in the heart of Surrey Hills, this award-winning gin is a blend of 24 botanicals which include Bosnian Juniper berries, liquorice root, bergamot, cassia bark… you get the picture. Not only is it exceptionally smooth in flavour and sweetened with locally sourced honey, but the glass bottle and stopper make it one you’d want at the front of your drinks cabinet.
£34, 31Dover
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29) The Chocolate Smiths chocolate
If the picture isn’t enough to sell it to you then a visit to the brand’s Instagram page will be. Founder Steffi shares footage of her team hand-making the chocolate in their Newcastle premises, along with videos of her screaming with excitement and crying with joy every time her bars sell-out.
From £6, The Chocolate Smiths
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30) Tom Ford perfume
Tubéreuse Nue is another victory in Tom Ford’s extensive catalogue of perfumes, following the notable F*cking Fabulous and Bitter Peach which we also wholeheartedly recommend. This one’s intense and a little heady, but the subtle peppercorn and suede notes make it more approachable.
£228, Selfridges
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31) Chanel bag
You will not find a nicer bag than this, and for the price, you’d hope not. If you’re shopping for a special occasion then this is what we’d pick.
£5,550, Chanel
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32) Anissa Kermiche vase
You’ve probably seen this vase all over your Instagram feed, so you probably don’t need to hear any more from us about it. But if you do, its form is inspired by the work of sculptor Constantin Brancusi and this electric orange version will add a touch of personality to a neutral room.
£340, Matches
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33) Clase Azul tequila
This exclusive tequila is widely recognised for its superior quality and palette because it’s produced in extremely limited runs of 100 bottles per batch. Not only is it the go-to tipple of those in the know, but each bottle is handmade and painted by artisans using traditional methods in the heart of Mexico.
£140, Master of Malt
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34) Dyson hairdryer
This is hands-down the best hairdryer that money can buy. You might be thinking, hold on, a hairdryer for a present? Hear me out. Tech-wise, it’s engineered to protect hair from heat damage, increase smoothness and shine, and is so fast that it cuts drying time by about 50%.
£300, Boots
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35) Mawena serum
This French-made and Black-owned hydrating serum combines cutting-edge plants with actual, real flowers, there are no chemicals with complicated names that you’d need a PHD to decipher. In doing so, it’s become one of the best organic, vegan and cruelty-free options on the market, and comes in a glass bottle packed with those actual, real flowers I mentioned earlier. Perfect for when a bunch of actual, real flowers won’t cut it.
£105, Cult Beauty
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36) Graham and Green bowl
The limit does not exist for the amount of vases, dishes, or decorative objects in a home. You always need them to put stuff in, even if you’re not quite sure what the stuff is yet. This handmade glass bowl has a retro shape with a smoky tint which is sure to stand out no matter what you end up filling it with.
£35, Graham and Green
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37) Jaisalmer gin
Gin & Tonic was invented in India at the start of the 19th century, so really it makes sense that they know how to do it best. Seven of the eleven botanicals found in this blend come locally from the country meaning this spirit has a flavour you just can’t find over here. There are hints of coriander and Vetiver which are from Jaisalmer itself alongside central Indian orange peel and Darjeeling green tea leaves from the east.
£35, The Whisky Exchange
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38) Alighieri necklace
Made from an ancient technique known as lost-wax casting which gives this necklace its textured look, there’s not a lady we know who doesn’t lust after Rosh Mahtani’s 24kt pieces. Handmade in London’s Hatton Garden, the ethical and sustainable brand is always partnering with a charitable cause, in which a percentage of each online sale is donated, previously this has been the Trussell Trust to help those affected by poverty, and now with Refuge to support women of domestic violence.
£165, Matches
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39) H&M jacket
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40) COS x Yuma Labs sunglasses
Yuma Labs offer a sustainable alternative to fast-fashion sunglasses, making them from 100% recyclable materials. There is a unique code on each pair, from which you can trace back the raw materials specifically used to make yours. Further adding to their circular fashion mission, once you no longer want yours, you can return them to them for either cash back or a voucher off your next pair. This retro brown pair from their recent COS collab is a favourite.
£89, COS
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41) Ciroc vodka
It’s easy to go wrong with flavoured vodka, they are the trojan horse of spirits, in that, they look and sound great, but once you crack them open the intense sweetness can often take you out completely. No more! This summery red berry blend is fresh and zingy with an emphasis on raspberry most of all.
£28, Master of Malt
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42) Made.com vase
When in doubt, vase it out. Handcrafted from responsibly sourced natural materials, this one is the perfect accompaniment to those flowers you’re going to buy as well. Right? Need help with those? See below.
£69, Made.com
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43) Athlyn flowers
Available in south London, this floral design studio produces bouquets that are unusual and unexpected. Quite a few levels above those petrol station flowers.
From £50, Athlyn Floral
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44) Foundrae necklace
The shape of this heart-shaped medallion was inspired by Plato and Aristotle’s idea that that are seven types of love. It’s cut from 18ct gold, hand-cast and detailed with their signature enamel. 7 types of love? I think there’s only one, and it’s this necklace.
£1,305, Foundrae
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45) AMARA dish
Like I said earlier, you can never have enough bowls for bits and bobs, and other bits, and bigger bobs. This woven glass basket by Anna Ehrner is reminiscent of a Jackson Pollock painting, making it a real eye-grabber.
£49, AMARA
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46) Desmond & Dempsey pyjamas
Sleepwear is a great thing to splurge on for someone else, and this set from cult PJ brand Desmond & Dempsey is inspired by the vibrant colour palette of Mexico.
£120, Net-a-Porter
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47) CurrentBody LED mask
Considering that we’ve been in-and-out of lockdown for almost one year now, it’s unsurprising that there has been a meteoric rise in at-home beauty treatments, with LED masks leading the frontier. 95% of users noticed improvements in skin tone and texture in 4 weeks.
£265, CurrentBody
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48) Frankie Shop sweatshirt
The sweatshirt has gone from something you’d wear in secret to the most worn piece in your wardrobe, this moss green number can (and should) be gifted with its coordinating sweatpants.
£135, Net-a-Porter
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49) Bottega Veneta bag
This soft clutch bag in Bottega Veneta's signature intrecciato leather is chic and elegant.
£1,650, Bottega Veneta
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50) Frederic Malle perfume
A very, very nice blend of Turkish rose (400 flowers per 100ml), patchouli, sandalwood, and frankincense.
£168 for 50ml, Harrods
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51) Laura Lombardi necklace
A classic handmade chain link necklace that is striking enough to be worn alone or layered with others for a chunkier look. She’d be hard-pressed to find an outfit that this necklace doesn't complement.
£140, SSENSE
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52) Rémy Martin XO Excellence cognac
Well, it is a special occasion. Fizz is a bit obvious, so opt for a cognac made from Champagne grapes, which explodes in plum and candied orange before developing into rich florals that linger on the tongue for what seems like hours. Because why rush things?
£175, Selfridges
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53) Jacquemus book
It’s no wonder that with such an understanding of emotive imagery, Jacquemus has delivered some must-have photo books. This is the second in the series and gathers 321 photos taken by the designer himself. Expect to see candy sunsets, architecture, and the kind of lifestyle that encapsulates the brand.
£40, Jacquemus
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54) Viltier ring
Made in France, there is a tenderness to Viltier’s designs that you don’t often find in contemporary jewellery. This ring, in particular, is cast in Fairmined 18-karat gold in the jeweller’s signature magnetic shape, and inlaid with four diamonds.
£1,750, Net-a-Porter
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55) Cotswolds gin
Inspired by summer meadows and bursting with a mix of cornflower, lavender, orange, and rhubarb essence, this gin will transport her to a better, warmer time.
£30, Majestic
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56) Dr. Barbara Sturm serums
Containing four of their best-selling serums, Dr. Barbara Sturm’s products will save even the most lacklustre lockdown skin.
£245, Selfridges
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57) Bea Bongiasca ring
The latest in wearable art, Bea Bongiasca’s handmade Baby Vine ring swirls around the finger. You can choose from multiple colours, but this blush feels the most romantic to us.
£395, Net-a-Porter
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58) Grenson boots
With over 150 years of experience handmaking shoes in Northamptonshire, Grenson’s black leather Chelsea boots will last her about the same, as this style will never go out of fashion. While you’re browsing the selection, you might want to check out the men's section too.
£350, Net-a-Porter
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59) Raawii vase
Designed by Nicholai Wiig Hansen for Raawii, this sculptural ceramic vase is reminiscent of early cubist art.
£79, COS
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60) Cartier bracelet
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A big investment, sure, but a very good one indeed.
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61) Arket jumper
Sometimes the best gifts are the ones you use every day. Crafted from RWS certified merino wool, this warm ribbed jumper will add brightness to a wardrobe.
£48, Arket
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62) Spirited Union rum
A spirit blended with rose petals? It doesn't get much more romantic than that in the world of distillery.
£30, Master of Malt
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63) Rowing Blazers sweatshirt
Everyone's favourite Instagram mood board @rbmoodboard, emblazoned on one of the brand's French terry sweatshirts. Get one for yourself too.
£180, Rowing Blazers
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64) Roberts radio
Whether you connect it to your Spotify, listen to the radio, or play some cheesy love ballads via the aux, it delivers a top sound quality that Roberts is renowned for.
£199, John Lewis
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65) Oliver Peoples sunglasses
These Cary Grant sunglasses were inspired by the shape worn in the 1959 Hollywood classic North By Northwest. The blue hue is a little more unexpected and almost certainly something she won't already have.
$492, Oliver Peoples
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66) Diptyque candle
This candle variation of the brand's best-selling L'Ombre perfume mixes rose, blackcurrant, and bergamot in a heady room-filling scent which, at a hefty 600g, should last her a very long time.
£140, Net-a-Porter
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67) Diemme hiking boots
Crafted in Italy with a robust Goodyear-welted midsole, these were made for the country and city alike.
£310, Matches
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68) Lexxola sunglasses
A contemporary take on the classic Pilot silhouette, these black and orange aviator sunglasses are crafted from premium Mazzucchelli acetate by independent brand Lexxola. The brand has a cult following for a reason.
£190, Lexxola
