By Katie Martlew
So you’re making that list and checking it twice, and its time to treat those who’ve been extra nice this year to an extra special gift! Whether you wish to spoil your best friend, your boyfriend, your hubby or your mum or dad, we’ve compiled a luxe list of very special gift ideas for that very special someone…
FOR HER…
1. NARS Limited Edition Orgasm Lust Set
Perfect for you sister, or your best friend, this stunning set contains two of our fave NARS lip and cheek products: Orgasm/Laguna Duo (featuring the universally flattering shimmery pink blush and gold-flecked bronzer) and a sparkling peachy-pink hued mini Super Orgasm Lip Gloss. RRP $110. Available exclusively online at www.meccacosmetica.com.au
2. Benefit Fab Lane Pack
The ultimate gift for your Benefit loving gal-pal, this gorgeous pack comes with Hoola bronzing matte powder, BADgal Lash mascara and the silky-smooth That Gal face brightening primer, all packaged in an adorable little purse and valued at $142.
RRP $114. Stockists Ph 02 8353 5000
3. L’Occitane en Provence Refreshing Verbena Gift Set
L’Occitane is truly the ultimate gift of indulgence, and this lovely five-piece set is guaranteed to please. This ultra-pampering pack features a Body Scrub, Shower Gel, Body Lotion, Candle and Bath Caddie, all scented with a fresh and citrusy Verbena fragrance and valued at $162.
RRP $115. www.loccitane.com.au
4. Estee Lauder Make-up Artist Professional Colour Collection Blockbuster
The absolute ultimate in beauty sets, this blockbuster is valued at a whopping $735 and contains make-up brushes, four lippies, three eye pencils, two compacts, mascara and more, as well as a gorgeous gold makeup bag AND oversized red make-up bag.
RRP $120 with the purchase of any 50ml fragrance. Stockists Ph 1800 061 326
5. Ella Bache Eternal skincare pack
Possibly the best gift of all- the gift of eternal youth, this luxe skincare set includes five fab products from Ella Bache’s skin rejuvenating range including the Eternal Day Cream, Eternal Night Cream, Energising Crème Masque, Special Eye Cream and Moisture-Bath Hand Renew.
Valued at $222 it retails for RRP $124. Ph 1800 789 234
6. Love, Chloe by Chloe Set
Nothing says I love you like gifting that special someone with this divine fragrance set by Chloe. Featuring their latest lust-have elegant, 70’s esque fragrance Love, Chloe 50ml (which features keynotes of heliotrope flowers, iris and rice powder) the set also comes with the decadent 100ml Body Lotion.
RRP $140. Available at Myer and David Jones stores.
7. Jo Malone Scented Candle Collection
The ultimate gift for the homemaker who likes all things ultra chic, this beautiful Candle Collection features six signature Jo Malone candles in Lime Basil & Mandarin, Grapefruit, Pomegranate Noir, Nectarine Blossom & Honey, Orange Blossom and Wild Fig and Cassis.
RRP $155 Stockists Ph 1800 661 062
8. Viktor & Rolf Flowerbomb Tutu Fragrance Christmas Edition
This stunning special Christmas Edition of one of our most favourite sweet-floral fragrances Flowerbomb- set our hearts aflutter here at Rescu. HQ. Using the tulle from their Spring 2010 runway show, V&R have re-worked it into a beautiful little collar to sit around the neck of the bottle. RRP 159. Stockists Ph 02 9931 8888
9. Chanel Les Minis De Chanel Christmas Makeup Brush Set
The perfect present for the luxe-label-lover, this divine brush set by Chanel features a stunning black case with six beautiful high quality mini make-up brushes inside. So sleek, so chic, so Chanel!
RRP $165. Stockists Ph 1300 CHANEL
10. Jurlique Herbal Recovery Collection
The perfect gift for your mum, this very special set includes a collection of Jurlique’s most beloved products including the Herbal Recovery Gel in 100ml, Rosewater Balancing Mist in 100ml and Herbal Recovery Gel in 15ml, all presented in an elegant and festive hat box. Valued at $244, it’s retails for $169.
Available at Myer, David Jones and Jurlique stores nationally
And Five For Him…
1. Tom Ford Men Gift Set
Perfect for the masculine, sophisticated, modern man about town, this set includes the super sexy, sensual-woody cologne Tom Ford for Men 50ml Eau de Toilette and a 75ml sized After Shave Balm.
RRP $115. Available exclusively at David Jones Stores
2. Dolce & Gabbana The One Gentlemen Gift Set
The perfect present for the
one gentleman in your life- this elegant fragrance set pays homage to today’s modern gentleman. The set features the brand new, seriously sophisticated subtle-oriental Eau de Toilette in 100ml and 75ml After Shave Balm.
RRP $126. Available at David Jones and Myer stores nationally
3. Yves Saint Laurent La Nuit de L’Homme Set
Spoil your hubby with his ultra-luxe gift set by YSL. Featuring the bold and sensual oriental scent La Nuit de L’Homme 100ml Eau de Toilette, as well as 50ml After Shave Balm and 50ml Shower Gel- all packaged in a super sleek box.
RRP $135 Available at David Jones and Myer stores nationally
4. Giorgio Armani Armani Code Man Gift Set
The Armani Code Man fragrance is a fresh yet heady spicy-oriental scent, perfect for the assertive, masculine and magnetic young man. This slick little set comes with the 75ml Eau de Toilette, 75ml Shower Gel and the 75ml After Shave Balm.
RRP $140. Available at David Jones and Myer stores nationally.
5. Ralph LaurenPolo Black Gift Set
Perfect for your beloved father, this ultra-chic gift set includes the masculine, sophisticated fragrance Men’s Polo Black Eau de Toilette in both 125ml and 40ml sizes, Aftershave Gel in 50ml, Hair and Body Wash in 50ml, -all packaged in a beautifully elegant toiletries bag that he will want to keep forever.
RRP $145. Available at David Jones and Myer stores nationally.
