Take the stress out of seasonal shopping with these dazzling and delightful gifts to give or receive. No matter who is on your list, we have a solution. Let the festivities begin …
A glamorous girlfriend, mum or daughter needs statement gifts that suggest taste and exclusivity in equal measure. These beautiful bows, belts and bags are sure to thrill even the most exacting label lover and stand out at any festive gathering.
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ADAM’S AUCTIONEERS
The chicest of celestial finds. 1890 VICTORIAN STAR BROOCH with diamonds, guide price €800-€1,200 (auction Friday December 3), at Adam’s Auctioneers, 26 St Stephen’s Green, Dublin 2.
SINEAD KEARY
Pretty hair bows are back in endless shapes and sizes. Black silk hair scrunchie with bow, €37; www.sineadkeary.com.
LOUIS VUITTON
Perfect party bags are metallic or bejewelled. SILVER COUSSIN BAG with gold chain, €1,600; www.louisvuitton.com.
WHISTLES
Top-handle mini bags work hard day or night. Black leather top-handle bag, €179; www.whistles.com.
THE VAMPIRE’S WIFE
Have a formal mask for a formal outfit. Black lace evening mask, €114.95; www.thevampireswife.com.
COURTVILLE
Antique c1860 shoe clips, €995, at Courtville, 59 South William Street, Dublin 2.
PAUL SHEERAN
The retro gem. Dolce Vita quartz watch with black leather strap, Longines, €1,240; www.paulsheeran.ie.
CHANEL
Ballet flats are perfect for every situation; Chanel’s are a staple of every fashion editor. Cream and black quilted ballerina shoes, Chanel, €1,100, at Brown Thomas.
NEWBRIDGE SILVERWARE
Brooches have evolved into a fashion staple. Gold-tone sea anemone 1980s brooch, Boucher, €100, at Newbridge Silverware.