What a girl wants, what a girl needs, Whatever makes me happy and...well you get the idea. It's Christmas season everyone, the pumpkin spice lattes are running dry and we're dusting off the sloe gin - what's on your shopping list?
The most happiest time of the year can also be the most daunting, between big gifts, stocking fillers, trips abroad and a good old fashioned bottle of booze - where in Great Britain do you find a gift for the women in your life?
If you can't think what to get your mother, sister, girlfriend, wife or the lovely lady you met last week, worry not, we've found it.
Whatever sort of present you had in mind - from beauty and fashion to interiors or tech - our edit of the best gifts for women will sort out any gifting concerns.
If you're shopping for the younger lot, be sure to check out our gift guide on the Best Christmas presents for babies and our round-up on the Best Christmas Toys for Kids. And of course we haven't forgotten the fellas either, take a look at our Best Christmas Gifts for Men if you're in the dark about what to get Mr. I have everything I need already (dads of the world we're looking at you).
From fun novelty presents to some serious, serious luxury, we've got ultra girly-girly picks as well as some off the beaten path finds.
Happy shopping!
Rare Birds Book Club
The gift of a good book can not be understated, so why not gift them an endless supply of them? If your best friend /sister /mother /girlfriend /wife have absolutely no time to read, not one word of a book, ever, BUT they really, really, really want to be a person who reads books, get them a Rare Bird's Book Club subscription.
Likewise, if your lovely lady is book obsessed and rarely goes to bed without turning a page - she will absolutely love this. Each month, a brand new book will arrive through their letterbox for them to read at their leisure; when they're done, they can visit the Rare Birds's Book Club members area to chat all about that month's book with other members. Subscriptions available in one month, three month, six month and 12 month packages. A wonderful gift they will never expect but really come to adore.
From £30 for three months | Rare Bird's Book Club | Buy it now
Prowling Leopard Silk Pyjamas
It doesn't get much more luxurious than a pair of silk pyjamas. Going straight to the top of every woman's wish list, this luxe collaboration from YOLKE x Isabelle Feliu features a different take on the very on-trend leopard print. The collared shirt and slip-on trousers feature a black piping motif throughout, and, can be monogrammed for a truly a bespoke touch.
Giving off serious Queen for the day vibes, the gorgeous top can also be worn as outerwear, in line with the current pyjamas as daywear trend, if you're looking for a luxury gift this Christmas you can't go wrong with this absolutely gorgeous set.
£365 | YOLKE | Buy it now
Starward Malt Whisky
Got a whisky loving woman to shop for? Here's one she will never expect: 100 per cent Australian barley whisky, matured in apera barrels - apera being the Aussie play on aperitif and a popular fortified wine in OZ.
Just like the woman you love after a long night out, it's a bit smokey, a bit sweet, and entirely worth it.
£50.44 | Master of Malt | Buy it now
Aromatherapy Diffuser
The gift of a nice smelling home can not be understated, and you don't need to be a pet owner or smoker to appreciate the effect of walking through the door and into the clean, crisp scent of whatever it is you fancy. The sleek and smooth design is easily adaptable to many interiors and the 7 LED light colour options can be switched off if you prefer a wholly natural look. Make it an all-in-one gift and pick up the 6 piece essential oil gift set so she can use it Christmas day, or pick up any variety of essential oils from your local health food store. If you need more convincing check out our full round-up on the best essential oil diffusers for large rooms.
£27.99 | Amazon | Buy it now
Love Stories Darling stretch-lace soft-cup triangle bra
Celebrated for their beautiful fabric choices and delicate intimates, Love Stories offers the perfect festive lingerie for filling your hanging hosiery. This triangle style bra features removable padding, adjustable shoulder straps and a double-hook fastening. Although this style won't offer much support for fuller busts, it's an indulgent piece guaranteed to make you feel like a queen.
£35 | Net-a-Porter | Buy it now
ME + EM Zip Side Stripe Leather Gloves
Remember that cool, older girl when you were 16 that looked impossibly stylish for your town and just oozed awesomeness everywhere she went? Well, these are the gloves she's wearing now. Lined with cashmere and constructed from Italian Nappa leather with pale gold hardwear, these are the lux leather gloves for the 2019 woman. Sporty, chic and with a trademark kick of attitude.
£99 | ME + EM | Buy it now
& Other Stories Wool Blend Rib Knit Sweater
So many bad jumpers have been gifted at Christmas, make sure yours isn't one of them. This rib knit wool blend sweater is structured, so it sits really well, and will also do the job on the 'keep the cold at bay' front. Would look great over jeans, or a midi skirt.
£59 | & Other Stories | Buy it now
Faux fur jacket
When the temperature tumbles, your lady will be needing a cute cover-up to keep her cosy.
Our pick is this River Island faux fur jacket, lined and featuring hook-and-eye fastening at the front. Its short length makes it perfect for pairing with party dresses and skirts. If you want to see more on the Best ever faux fur coats check out our full round-up.
£85 | River Island | Buy it now
One Hundred Stars Meadow Gown
This drop dead lovely gown in a meadowland motif can be worn around the house in casual comfort, or thrown over jeans, and a t-shirt as an ultra light coat or layer. The screen printed design is feminine without being overly adorned and considering it comes from an independent brand, she won't have already seen it parading the high street windows. A beautiful piece for women of all shapes, sizes and opinions.
£69.95 | One Hundred Stars | Buy it now
M&S Collection Pure Cotton Longline Trench with Stormwear
Marks and Spencer have some fantastic winter coats this season and there are a number of designs we could have chosen here: the double breasted funnel neck coat or the wool blend double breast coat, for instance. But since Christmases have been fairly mild in recent years, we've chosen this 'trans-seasonal' piece. Made in pure sustainable cotton, it's tapered at the waist - so it fits a dream - and weather-resistant thanks to Stormwear. When on, it is supremely elegant. Best of all, it is most reasonably price. Got our seal of approval.
£79 | M&S Collection | Buy it now
Milk Tooth LDN
For the woman who likes to embrace creativity at every turn, Milk Tooth LDN is the independent jewellery brand to keep your eye on. With some of the most characterful, interesting and entirely unique jewellery out there, anything from the brand will impress her this Christmas.
From £40 | Milk Tooth LDN | Buy it now
Jennifer Fisher Mini Jamma Gold-Plated Hoops
A pair of gold hoops are a wardrobe staple these days – and this pair from New York jeweller Jennifer Fisher would suit everyday as well as those special occasions. The earrings are hollow, and therefore, comfortably lightweight.
£410 | Net-A-Porter | Buy it now
Interstellar Star Studded Mini Hoops
We are seriously loving Missoma's range of elegant and playful jewellery that is comprised of statement pieces at purse-friendly prices. Alongside the selection of huggies and diamond embellished studs lives the Interstellar collection where hoops and rings have diamond star detailing.
£75 | Missoma | Buy it now
Swivlit Cooking and Eating Pod
Hold the phones everyone: A lunch box that also cooks food and looks good? Bravo to Swivilt for improving sad office lunches everywhere with this truly unique device. Keep your food steaming hot for 4-6 hours or perfectly chilled for up to twelve in Swivlt's insulated borosilicate glass chamber. When you're ready to eat simply release the pressure by pushing the centre button, stir and eat. You can also cook meals in the Swivlit using raw vegetables, rice, lentils and a whole host of other ingredients. If you, or the lucky recipient, travels for work or laments on the lack of healthy and convenient office lunches, this is the ideal gift that will have them smiling meal after meal. Cheers to a new year of good food anytime, anywhere.
£28 | Swivlit | Buy it now
Instax Square SQ6
Instant photography just got a lot more creative with the latest Instax camera. Including a number of different features, such as a selfie mirror and automatic exposure, the camera also boasts different colour flash functions, a self-timer and macro and landscape modes.
£99.99 | John Lewis | Buy it now
Google Home Mini Hands-Free Smart Speaker
Google Home Mini: what busy women want. Just ask it, and it delivers breaking news, weather reports, cooking tips or even your favourite music. It also lets you control smart home devices - such as lights, thermostats and switches, from brands like Philips Hue and Samsung SmartThings. Helpful, sleek and just under £30, who doesn't need this?
£49 | John Lewis | Buy it now
Richmond & Finch Lipstick Powerbank
What do women on the go need? Their smartphones. And how do they need their smartphones to be? Charged. Sadly there aren't always sockets on the go – which is where portable chargers come in handy. And let's face it, have you ever seen a charger as stylish as this one by Stockholm-based brand Richmond & Finch? We haven't.
€39 | Richmond & Finch | Buy it now
Canon Zoemini Mobile Photo Printer
This pocket-sized photo printer will transform your photos into hard copies, both easily and on-the-go. Just connect your phone or device via Bluetooth to the printer, add filters and fun effects and enjoy. The prints are smudge-proof, tear-proof, water-resistant and you can peel off the back to turn the pictures into stickers.
£119 | John Lewis | Buy it now
Nike Essential Yoga Kit
Gym equipment is the perfect prezzie for fitness fans, and this Nike yoga kit is sure to impress the yoga enthusiasts. The lightweight, fast-drying yoga mat is portable for travelling; the strap helps to improve stretching; and the block helps with poses. What's more, it comes in a vibrant pink box that can be easily wrapped (which is something to consider round Christmas time).
£25.55 | Allens Swimwear | Buy it now
KitchenAid 175 Artisan 4.8L Stand Mixer
As kitchen appliances go, this is high end – but it's an investment. Enables homecooks to whip that cream, knead that dough, beat that potato, in style. Comes with a 5-year warranty as well.
£449 | John Lewis | Buy it now
Sunnylife Luxury cocktail set
This cocktail set has been given a luxe gold makeover - after all, it's five o'clock somewhere. The party-ready set contains all the essentials to make that delicious beverage, including a strainer, jigger, stirrer and a cocktail shaker.
£45 | Selfridges | Buy it now
De'Longhi Dedica EC685M Coffee Machine
We all know a woman who can’t live without her caffeine and if you’ve got a coffee-lover to buy for, this is an excellent option. The Dedica EC685M measures a dainty 15cm wide, so it's ideal for smaller kitchens. But don't let its size fool you - this coffee machine sports all the features you could ever need to whip up that rejuvenating espresso or cappuccino. There’s an adjustable milk frothing steam device, three filters and a handy cup warming tray. It’s currently reduced on Amazon too.
£119 | Amazon | Buy it now *On sale now, was £219
The Velvetiser - Copper Edition
Give the gift of barista-grade hot chocolate this festive season. From chocolate extraordinaire Hotel Chocolat, engineered by Dualit, this chic device produces velvetised hot chocolate at the touch of a button. Forget powders and syrups, the Velvetiser allows you to melt real chocolate for the perfect hot sweet treat. It is available in copper, matte charcoal and white, and comes with a free selection box.
£89.99 | Hotel Chocolat | Buy it now
Lemon Drizzle Gin by Sipsmith
With a sweet hit of lemon, perfect for an after-dinner treat, if you have a gin loving woman in your life this one will go down a treat. Pair it a bottle of cucumber fizz and watch the blissful smile spread across her face.
£25 | Sipsmith | Buy it now
OKA Artichoke Plates
For those who love to host. These green ceramic artichoke plates make an instant talking point at any dinner party – and they also make food look rather appetising too.
£74 for a set of 4 | OKA | Buy it now
The Cotton Poet Monogrammed Pillow
The luxurious pillows from The Cotton Poet can now be monogrammed for a truly special present. Why not initial them or date them or have them embroidered them with a nickname? The choices are endless for your someone special.
From £50 | The Cotton Poet | Buy it now
Electrum Cushion by Georgia Hardinge
If you have a discerning interiors fan in your life you will surely impress them with the selection of this newly released luxury cushion by Georgia Harding. Already applauded for their striking womenswear collections, the brand has very recently launched a new line of homeware accessories that embody the same unique luxury. Available in several colours, it might be a gift for her but the whole room will benefit.
£80 | Georgia Hardinge | Buy it now
Urban Outfitters Multi-Colour Duvet Cover Set
This is the breast it’s going to get. Sure to put a smile on anyone’s face, this duvet set features an all-over bosom print in a variety of bright colours. Made of a cotton-polyester blend, it'll add a note of humour to your loved one's home interiors.
£25 | Urban Outfitters | Buy it now
Margaret Atwood, Alias Grace
Booker prize-winning author Margaret Atwood's tale of Grace Marks, convicted for the disturbing murders of her employer, housekeeper and mistress. Is Grace innocent? Or just insanely evil? She claims to have no memory of the murders... This twisted tale, based on factual events, has fictional doctor Simon Jordan on the case.
£9.99 | Waterstones | Buy it now
Urban Decay Cherry Palette
The latest addition to the Naked palette series, the Cherry variation is ideal for adding a pop of colour. Super pigmented and with a rich colour pay off, the range allows you to get creative with every look. If the person you're shopping for is any sort of beauty addict they will absolutely appreciate the on-trend gift of this glorious palette.
£42 | Urban Decay | Buy it now
Aesop Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm (75ml)
Australian luxury skincare brand Aesop know a thing or two about glowing, deliciously healthy skin. For a taste of luxury, their hand creams come in sustainable plastic tubes at a very reasonable price. This unique blend of mandarin oil, rosemary leaf and cedarwood is a lovely scent for cooler months while remaining light and not too overpowering.
£19 | Cult Beauty | Buy it now
By Terry Preciosity Baume de Rose Trio Gift Set
By Terry is a fail-safe choice – because who doesn’t love a bit of TLC? This chic pink pouch holds a rose-infused body cream, hand cream and face cream.
The hand cream is deeply nourishing, the face cream creates dewy skin, whilst the body cream soothes the arms and legs. It all smells rather lovely too.
£48 | Look Fantastic | Buy it now
Byredo Bal D'Afrique
Having recently opened a flagship London store in Soho, Byredo is the word on every perfume-lovers' lips right now. Bal d'Afrique – one of their best-selling fragrances – was imagined from Paris in the Twenties and the African culture, art, music and dance which influenced it. Including top notes of African marigold and bergamot, heart notes of cyclamen, jasmine petals and violet, and bottom notes such as black amber and Moroccan cedarwood, this eau de parfum is 'essence of romance' in a bottle.
£160 | Byredo | Buy it now
StylPro Makeup Brush Cleaner and Dryer
This clever gadget cleans even the grimiest of makeup brushes in less than 30 seconds. Just attach your brush to the spinning device and dip in the bowl of soap and water for power-based products and the brush cleaner provided for thicker options like foundation.
£29.99 | Boots | Buy it now
Floral Street Scent Exploration Kit
Gifting perfume can be a risky business. Will they like the scent? Will they wear it? But Floral Street has taken the uncertainty out of the purchase through its exploration kit which contains 1.5ml samples of the brand's 8 fragrances as well as a gift voucher to redeem a 50ml full-sized online or in-store.
£68 | Floral Street | Buy it now
