Female Fashion and Beauty Gift Guide #Ad

This gift guide has been a lot of fun to pull together as it includes some of my favourite things. It’s been tricky at times to limit it to a reasonably sized article because there’s so much choice out there. Anyway, enough of the preamble and onto with my choices.

For those that would appreciate a personal stylist

cabi personal stylist

I’d like to introduce you to high-end women’s fashion brand called cabi. They have a network of personal stylists around the UK, US and Canada and sell women’s fashion clothing online. They’re giving fashion-savvy women the opportunity to be styled and shop with their very own free personal stylist – virtually – from the comfort of their own armchair. The personal stylist service is called cabi Front Row and it enables women to shop with friends and family from the comfort of their own homes. Once you know what you want and what will suit you, you can buy it via their online shopping service.

They have a huge selection of top quality products, plus there’s something to suit everyone as they stock up to size 20 and they have the full range from casual, through workwear to dressy items. I’ve been impressed by the quality and the styling of their designs. I’m loving the elegant lines of their autumn collection too.

For those who like something bespoke

Sumissura are an ethical fashion brand that produces made to measure garments for women. They’ve been doing this since 2013 and are developing new products all the time. At the website, women can design their own clothes, choosing from more than 150 fabrics and picking every single detail. It’s really easy to do and it’s fun to pick out the colours and styles you want. You can see more here https://www.sumissura.com/en-uk/. Having an item of clothing made for you is a special experience: it fits you like a glove: the sleeves are the right length, the hemline is spot on, it’s not too tight, it’s not too loose. Then there’s the fact that you have chosen the style and the colours, the fabric too. It’s just so personal. A gift card for Sumissura would be a welcome gift for any woman. Gift cards are available from £20 and a casual shirt costs from £42.

For the eco-friendly

Modibodi, is the UK’s leading leak-proof underwear brand whose undies protect against periods, pee and sweat. Their products make a great stocking filler and are a brilliant sustainable alternative to pads and tampons. I love how comfortable they feel (the main fabric is bamboo) – they are so easy to wear. The underwear features a three-layer component: the top layer quickly wicks away moisture, fights bacteria and stops odours; a middle layer quickly absorbs fluid and locks it away; and the third bottom layer gives you extra leak-proof protection. Priced from £15.50 and sizes range from 10 to 26 in the women’s range (there’s also a teen range and men’s undies).

For makeup lovers

artistry studio shanghai products

I’m really loving the new Shanghai Edition from Artistry Studio. There’s a great range of products to choose from and there are plenty of Christmassy reds in the collection. For me, makeup starts with the base and a primer is key to a well groomed look. This 2 in 1 Perfecting Matte Finish Primer is oil-free and lightweight prepping your skin for make-up application, creating a smooth, matte canvas and ensuring urban protection. My absolute favourite from the collection though is the Soft and Silky Eye & Cheek Pop Trio. Each trio comes with two eye shades and a cheek colour or all-over highlighter. They snap together and would be great to pop into your handbag when you are out and about. I love how creamy the colours feel when I apply them to my skin. The primer is priced at £34.65 and the Pop Trio at £30.25.

For those who enjoy being pampered

Baylis & Harding Urban Barn Lime, Basil & Mint Candle Giftset

This Baylis & Harding Urban Barn Lime, Basil & Mint Candle Giftset is a great way to create a spa experience in your own home. There’s a body cleanser and cream wash gently cleanse the skin. After washing you can apply the body cream and your hands get pampered too because there’s a hand cream with vitamins A, B & C moisturise and delicately fragrance the skin. To create a spa-like mood there’s a beautiful scented candle presented in a decorative glass votive. All the products feature a restorative lime, basil and mint fragrance. Available from Amazon for £13.54.

For those whose skin needs a bit of a boost

forever living hydrating serum This Hydrating Serum combines four types of hyaluronic acid to boost hydration. Combined with aloe vera and other skin-loving ingredients such as white tea, mimosa bark, tamarind, and snow mushroom this hydrating serum helps shield against environmental stressors, and minimise the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles. Hyaluronic acid is an intense skin moisturiser that holds 1,000 times its weight in water. Combined, all four types of hyaluronic acid work together to replenish water on the surface of skin and retain moisture from the inside, whilst also improving elasticity and resulting in the appearance of visibly plump skin. Price £34 for 50 mls available online https://shopnow.foreverliving.com/gbr/en-gb/products/618-HYDRATING-SERUM

For those who love natural products

Lavera sweet moments gift set Lavera’s aim is “to produce natural cosmetics geared to the customer desires” and I rather think they have succeeded. My pick for a Christmas gift is the Sweet Moments gift set. The Sweet Moments duo (body wash and lotion) is scented with organic plum and organic vanilla. The body wash gently cleanses your skin. The quickly absorbed body lotion then cares for your skin and moisturises it for pure suppleness. Enjoy the sweet fragrance of plum and vanilla, which is a treat for your senses. Priced at £15.95.

For those always on the go

If you’re always on your feet, it pays to take good care of them. Anyone who is on their feet all day, will appreciate a bit of a foot pampering. I’ve picked out Palmer’s Foot Magic Scrub which revitalises while exfoliating tough skin on feet, especially rough dry, patches on heels and soles. The unique formula simultaneously moisturises, smooths and soothes tired feet. I’d follow this up with Palmer’s Cocoa Butter Formula Heel Repair Stick, specially formulated to soften & smooth dry, cracked heels and callused feet.. Both would make excellent stocking fillers. Priced at £3.32 with Amazon, but also available from Boots and Superdrug.