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Shop the post: A calm, collected (last minute) gift guide



Toast Xmas gift

When it comes to gift guides, I always think about the things I’d like to receive. I’m actually very easy to buy for as I’m content with socks, books and edibles. Posh edibles are my top choice as a gift as you can just buy the person the elevated version of whatever their favourite thing is. (Pierre Marcolini chocs are my faves if anyone’s wondering, with Alain Ducasse chocolate and hazelnut spread a very close second.) Tea and biscuits are a particular no-brainer. Fortnums, Liberty and Harrods are especially good for these as the packaging is just sublime and the tins are obviously reusable. Plus, a stroll through the Harrods Food Hall or Fortnum’s biscuit room is surely an essential part of the Christmas experience, right? (more…)



Sleep hacks for night owls



This Works Deep Sleep Bath Oil

I just spotted this Deep Sleep Bath Oil from This Works on Into The Gloss. I had no idea this product exists. I love my sleep and I have no trouble drifting off, but I’m a night owl. I really hate going to bed and so I stay up as late as possible. Damn you, internet and FOMO! What I need then, are sleep-encouraging potions to help me wind down. (more…)