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SHOP EARLY! 25 CHRISTMAS GIFT IDEAS

The season of joy, cheer, and gifting draws near! Our gift guide has you covered, with the best in the market. From all new edgy tech to luxurious accessories, feel good gifts to meaningful ones, we have it all!

GADGETS AND TECH

iPhone 13 Pro

Price: Starting at ₹1,19,900

Starting with the most celebrated thing, the iPhone 13 Pro, in the most festive colour of sierra blue.

Fujifilm Instax Mini Instant Camera

One can never go wrong with this item! Capturing memories for a lifetime, this Fujifilm camera comes in the quirkiest colours and is truly a dream gift.

Price: Light on the pocket, this starts at ₹3799

Apple AirPods

Ever evolving, always stylish and everyone’s favourite – Apple AirPods. The latest in this line is the third of the series and is highly favoured as a gift choice.

Price: ₹ 18,500

Next-Gen Kids Smart Watch

This WatchOut Wearables smart watch is the best gift for kids. Equipped with video calling and a savvy GPS tracking system, it covers both entertainment and protection. Price: ₹ 14,999

Amazon Echo Dot

This Alexa built-in smart speaker is a gift for anyone and everyone. It comes recommended as a great companion for adults and kids alike.

Price: Starting at ₹3999

FEEL GOOD GIFTS

Wellness Spa

Nobody can go wrong with a Wellness Spa experience for their loved ones, to make all the post festivity blues go away.

Price: Starting at ₹1500

BodyCafé Gift Set

BodyCafé’s gift sets are the ultimate skin care companion. Boosted for skin repair and radiance for the festive season, this will prove to be a good pampering session for your loved ones.

Price: ₹ 2699, with a sale going on site-wide

Manicure-Pedicure

Nothing is more relaxing or fun like a mani-pedi session! Gifting someone an experience to a nail salon to get their nails done is the best way to pamper them!

Price: Starting at ₹2200

Staycation

A staycation experience at a retreat or a luxurious property can be an amazing idea to make your loved ones happy.

Price: Starting at ₹9999

Royce’ Celebration Basket

The Royce’ Celebration Basket is the epitome of extravagance. Who doesn’t like to receive some delectable, creamy chocolates?

Price: ₹7770

LUXURY GIFTING

Designer Belts

Talk of the town, these are some of the most wanted and adored accessories. Belts are here to stay, a bold statement with any outfit, and unisex.

Price: Sabyasachi – Starting at ₹ 16,900

Gucci – Starting at ₹34,000

Designer Handbags

A designer handbag is a style statement like no other! With handbags being one of the most invested products in luxury items, it makes for the perfect gift.

Price: Starting at ₹1,00,000

Daniel Wellington Watch Set

A classic timepiece to always cherish and adore can be nothing but perfect.

Price: Starting at ₹26,998

Perfume by Tom Ford

Ombre Leather by Tom Ford is carries hints of floral notes enveloped within its smooth leather texture. It is available in 50ml and 100 ml editions.

Price: ₹7900 for 50 ml

Tanishq Gift Items

Give your loved one the gift of choice of stunning jewel pieces from India’s most loved jewellery brand!

Price: Gift cards by Tanishq range at ₹1000 – ₹10000

POCKET )FRIENDLY

Candle Holder

There is no such thing as too much glitter when it comes to decor for Christmas, which is why this candle holder from Bath and Body Works is perfect!

Price: ₹1399

MAC Gift Sets

It’s time to get festive with MAC! Grab the new Limited Edition Kits and treat your loved ones with a flawless glam look this festive season.

Price: ₹ 2950

Forest Essentials De-Stress Therapy

This gift set includes a Tranquil Sleep Spray and a Stress Relief Spray, making for a very thoughtful gift.

Price: ₹1750

Bombay Shaving Company

Their 6-in-1 Complete Beard Care Kit is every man’s ideal gift.

Price: ₹1670

mCaffeine

Gift a whole caffeinated experience in just a moment with the Coffee Moment Gift Kit.

Price: ₹1156

A PERSONAL TOUCH

Flower Arrangements

Invest in some personalised gift hampers from Interflora.

Price: Starting from ₹1795

Jewellery

Alphabetical pendant and zodiac pendant chain set from Swarovski.

Price: ₹2190 and ₹6590 respectively

Décor

Neon signs from Neon Attack are the trendiest of personalised gifts, be it the name of office board or a design!

Price: Starting at ₹4000

Name A Star

Make your next gift out of the world by naming a star after your loved one. Choose from Oye Happy’s various options!

Price: ₹1950

Hampers

A wide range of personalised gifts from Ferns N Petals can be your quick, easy and pocket friendly last-minute gift.

Price: Starting at ₹349

December 6, 2021

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