Selfridges’ Destination Christmas
It may be a little too soon, but it can’t be helped. The sight of Christmas adverts, decorations, iconic store windows and general festiveness makes us want to shop. A lot. Selfridges has launched its much-lauded Christmas shop as well as revealing is new window concepts and the must-have gifts for 2013. There is an overarching sense of refinement within the men’s gifting edit this year; products are clean, classic and, best of all, sure-fire winners for any man in your life. In true Selfridges style, the edit’s range covers all budgets. Simple gift sets from the likes of Clinique and Selfridges’ in-house design team are available for around £30-50, whilst a Mulberry iPad sleeve (£165), Tateossian cuff links (£109) and a Tag Heuer watch (£1,250) are just some of the gifts that cater to those who appreciate the finer things in life. Here we pick out some of the key gifts from Selfridges’ edit…
Clinique ‘Great Skin For Him’
Clinique’s ‘Great Skin For Him’ set offers an easy way for him to kick start a skin routine. The set includes a ‘Face Scrub’ to prep the skin, ‘Post-Shave Healer’ to soothe and the brand’s acclaimed ‘M Lotion’ to replenish moisture. For the tired-looking or hangover eyes that are particularly prevalent during party season, the ‘Anti-Fatigue Cooling Eye Gel’ helps revitalise and brighten. Priced at £30:
Selfridges Beer Lover Gift Box
Selfridges’ own ‘Beer Lover Gift Box’ makes a charming gift for those who enjoy a tipple. Packaged with a signature pop of yellow, the set contains an LSA pint glass, bottle opener, Camra 40 Years of Writing book, Mr Trotter pork scratchings, four beer mats and a bottle of Selfridges’ own IPA. Perfect for dads or granddads, it is priced at £50:
Crème de la Mer
Taking things up a notch, the Crème de la Mer collection for men is a newly customised set designed to encompass a complete skin care regime. It includes ‘The Moisturising Lotion’, ‘The Eye Concentrate’, ‘The Cleansing Gel’ and ‘The Lip Balm’. Priced at £225, comes packaged in its own emerald green wash bag and oozes luxury:
Marc by Marc Jacobs Backpack
The Marc by Marc Jacobs on trend ‘Slice And Dice Backpack’ is made from grained leather and features a retro-inspired design. The minimal detailing makes it an automatic hit for any style-conscious gent, whilst the generous main compartment and front zipped pocket ensures it is practical too. It is priced at £410:
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