Last Minute Gifting
A guide to easy, last minute gifts
Reading time: Under 3 minutes, by Lucianne Tonti
Blink and you’ll miss the last few weeks of December. Given the end of school, Christmas carols, the office parties and signing off on tasks at work that make up the sprint towards the holidays, Christmas presents are often the last thing on your mind. So, we’ve made it as easy as possible to tick another thing off your to-do list and compiled some thoughtful gifts you can pick up at Emporium Melbourne.
For the person who loves to bathe
Aesop Gift Kits from $55
Australia’s favourite botanical infused skin, hair and body products come in beautifully packaged and themed gift sets. The Industrious set aimed at refreshing and nourishing the hands, containing Aesop’s famous Resurrection Aromatique Hand Balm and Hand Wash. The Igneous set with the Geranium Leaf Body Cleanser and Geranium Leaf Body Balm. Along with the Arrival set for the traveller in your life, with four mini shower products.
For the person who loves beauty
NARS Rising Star Cheek Palette $89
This holiday edition makeup palette by NARS from Mecca Cosmetica comprises six limited blush shades, each one as pretty as the last. The palette has been formulated especially for the festive season and has been embossed with tiny, festive stars.
For the homebody
Marimekko Unikko Teapot $149
So beautiful it will lift even the simplest breakfast setting, this brightly coloured tea pot in Marimekko signature pattern is a wonderful gift for the person in your life who likes things to be comfortable. It is made from durable, heat-retaining stoneware that keeps your tea warm for a long time after heating.
For someone who likes to be spoilt
Georg Jensen Bangle from $550
You can’t really go wrong with jewellery from Georg Jensen. Whether you pick out something silver and sleek, or gold and sparkly, a bracelet or bangle from the classic jeweller is sure to bring a smile to the face of the recipient.
For someone stylish
Anna Thomas Silk Scarf from $248
Few accessories speak to French chic more than a neck scarf. This season Anna Thomas has a beautiful range of silk scarves in the prints and colours of the season.
For the bookworm in your life
A Book From Readings
Nothing says holidays more than quiet afternoons in the sun with a good book. Whether you’re looking for a best seller, something informative or a literary page-turner, Readings has done the hard work for you by compiling a guide to Summer Reading or pop and ask their staff for a recommendation.
For the sun worshipper
Tommy Hilfiger Reversible Bucket Hat from $69.95
This Bucket Hat from Tommy Hilfiger is made from a recycled polyester blend. The heritage logo speaks to the long tradition of the brand and since it's reversible, it’s like two gifts in one. An easy present for anyone in your life heading to the beach or the cricket.
For the person who craves adventure
Fortress Melbourne VIP Package from $276
A VIP package to Australia’s biggest video games venue offers a private space to play all the classic video games on everything from Xbox, to PS4 to Nintendo Switch with a group of friends. The set up includes a bar tab for food and drink that can be enjoyed while the battles take place on screen.
For someone who likes to be charmed
Pandora charm bracelets from $89
Available in sterling silver, rose gold and gold, Pandora offers a range of beautiful bangles and bracelets that can be customised and added to with a variety of fun, pretty and playful charms. This is a gift that could save you lots of time in the years ahead by continuing the fun with charms for every occasion.
For the one who loves to shop
Emporium Melbourne Gift Card
We all have that person in our lives with very particular taste. This season give them a gift that lets them have the fun of choosing for themselves, with a gift card from Emporium Melbourne.
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Christmas made easy with our curated gift guide. Take the stress out of finding the perfect gift this year for everyone you love.
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