COCO LOUISE'S 2021 CHRISTMAS GIFT GUIDE
Gift-giving can be an overwhelming affair, but don’t worry just yet, as we’ve scoured the internet for the most creative, unique and thoughtful gifts for your convenience (and also because gift-giving is our love language)!
Whether you’re in search of a practical, sentimental or downright show-stopping gift, we’ve got you completely covered.
So start lighting your pumpkin spice candles and grab yourself a steaming mug of mulled wine for COCO LOUISE’s Official 2021 Christmas Gift Guide.
FOR THE HOSTESS.
We all know someone whose home smells faintly of Lily of the Valley and freshly brewed coffee.
Their safe space feels like an extension of yours because of how invited and cosy they make you feel. Whether you’re there for a quick chat or a week’s stay, you know they’ve already prepared a set of warm sheets for you.
They’re generous, fun and always up for quality time. They also pay a lot of attention to detail, which is probably why, inadvertently, you never feel like leaving.
The perfect gift for a loved one who enjoys having people around would be something that adds to the home— for instance, pieces that start conversations, or that subtly scents the room.
Gift Ideas
Ornate cake stands are very underrated gifts; often forgotten due to the presumption that people wouldn’t bake enough to need them.
However, they make incredibly useful— and beautiful— gifts for many reasons.
This handcrafted Michael Aram Cake stand is not only visually stunning, but it also doubles as a stand for hors d'oeuvres, fruits and other nibbles. It can be set in the backdrop of a dinner party, or better, as a statement piece on the dining table.
Another unusual yet thoughtful gift is a beautiful edition of their favourite game set. The Skyline Chess set makes an elegant addition to any coffee table. Created for both design and chess enthusiasts, these chess pieces are hand-cast into the world’s most iconic silhouettes. A present that encapsulates both form and function; this chess set can be made even more personal by selecting cities that they’ve visited, so they could use it as a conversation starter.
FOR THE WORKAHOLIC.
Maybe it’s someone who’s just started their new business, or maybe it’s someone who’s simply resigned to working from home. Either way, one’s work environment is a deeply personal space, and you could show your appreciation and support by gifting them something special to make their surroundings more productive and enjoyable.
This special person is most likely someone who’s an ambitious go-getter. While they may seem consumed by their work, they often enjoy the sense of control that work provides them. Their minds are also always buzzing, dreaming up the next big idea or creative way to solve a problem.
An effective gift for them is something that’s practical and made of great quality. You’ll be sure to see their new gift being incorporated into their daily lives, so make sure that they won’t become worn and weathered easily.
Gift Ideas
The Mont Blanc Augmented Paper is an ingenious gift for the workaholic. At first glance, it looks like an understated, yet ultra-chic notebook. However, it’s the technology behind it that blows our minds. Simply attach a micro USB cable to the leather sleeve, and all notes written on the paper notepad magically transfers onto their electronic devices.
Before you begin wondering how and why digitised notes are useful, you may want to consider the many spontaneous ideas that engineers, designers and business owners dream up daily. These notes can be digitised for sharing meeting minutes and combined to organise their ideas. So whether they’re spontaneous or highly-organised, your loved one will appreciate this.
The Stow leather tech case is a thoughtful gift for someone who’s always on the go. Handcrafted in Spain, this luxurious case ensures that all of their essential daily and tech items are neatly stowed away. They’ll especially appreciate how every sleeve and pocket has its purpose.
FOR THE CHEF.
In every friendship group, you’ll always find the one who volunteers to bring food to the party.
These special friends make me wonder how food isn’t a love language yet.
You have one class of people who find joy in spontaneity, whereas the other takes pleasure in the methodical processes of creating a dish.
A gift that both would appreciate is one that is visually impactful and functional for the kitchen.
People often forget that seemingly mundane utensils are incredibly important to the chef, whether it’s an old but sharpened knife, or a rusty hand-me-down baking pan.
Gift Ideas
If you really want to impress your favourite cook, gift them the Le Creuset Tagine. A tagine is used for making stews (also called tagines) and other Moroccan dishes. Not only would this unique cookware look great in their kitchen, but it also expands their cooking repertoire by introducing them to new recipes and methods of cooking. You can guarantee that they’ll find themselves on a Sunday morning inventing new meals with it!
For the less adventurous, a wonderful update on their old tools would be a fantastic gesture. The hand-carved Sieger By Furstenberg Champagne cooler looks stunning on a dining table, and can even double up as a vase. Another stunner is the Ibride stackable dishes. Inspired by ancient Asian vases, these sculptures can be taken apart into individual serving dishes for your loved ones to showcase their creations.
FOR THE LUXURY LOVER.
After these rough couple of years, sometimes you just need to go big or go home.
Luxury doesn’t always have to equate with ostentatiousness— there are many creative and thoughtful ways to spend your big dollars.
If you know someone who simply loves the finer things in life, you could consider getting them investment pieces. Something that they would appreciate and look forward to using every day of their lives.
Gift Ideas
While this Bang & Olufsen speaker may seem excessive at first because of its size, it actually blends seamlessly into a home space. Place it in a corner and it looks just like another furniture piece, or hang it on a wall to make it look like a work of art. You simply could not wrong with spending a little more on a quality audio product.
With the skies opening up for travelling, why not treat your loved one with a Rimowa luggage? Made from aluminium or polycarbonate, these classic suitcase are built to withstand knocks and damages. To make this gift more personal, you can choose the colour the tag, wheels and handles. Even better yet, fill the luggage with travel paraphernalia or their favourite things!
FOR THE ATHLETE.
Know someone who always seems to be glistening with sweat at 7am in the morning?
With their knack for resourcefulness, there are a plethora of gifts you could give a sports fiend.
If you want to impress them, however, give them a sports-related gift that’s both unpredictable and stylish.
Gift Ideas
Yoga mats will always be a useful gift— even if they already have one, they’re bound to wear over time, so spruce up their exercise time with a fresh new mat.
The Holistic Silk yoga rug is worth a splurge if you’re looking for a more unique and luxurious alternative. Filled with dried lavender leaves (yes, you heard that right), this washable mat features a non-slip faux leather base and cosy fleece top for an incredibly comfortable yoga, pilates or meditation session.
If you simply can’t decide on one thing to gift them, consider filling a stylish gym bag with thoughtful stuffers like the Gaiam yoga mat disinfectant or the Bala weighted bangles. My favourite gym bag pick is the one from Anya Hindmarch. It’s thoughtfully made with dedicated (and labelled!) pockets for every. single. item. This means your loved one will never leave their home forgetting anything!
We hope you’ve enjoyed this year’s edition of Coco Louise’s Christmas Gift Guide, and we wish you a very Merry Christmas!
A GIFT FOR MUM | MOTHER'S DAY GIFT GUIDE.
Mother’s Day is around the corner and if you’re wondering what to gift mum, this gift edit is just for you.
Gift your mum the feeling of looking and feeling fresh and youthful!
Mother’s do not always have to look “mumsy” and I feel that is what’s missing in most mother’s lives, is the feeling of being “alive”! Here are a few of my favourite picks for mum!
Other than making sure you spend quality time with mum, you can also gift her a wardrobe makeover with me.
Feel free to reach out so we can chat about the perfect personal styling package.
NOTE: My one on one services are available around Australia and virtual services are open globally.
ALLEGRA DRESS.
If you look closely, you’ll understand why the Allegra dress is an extra special pick for your mum.
Not only is every handmade silk motif hand-appliquéd onto the dress, but every ceramic button is also lovingly made. She can wear this for a cosy home celebration or to a wine bar outing.
The best part of it all is that you don’t have to worry about sizing as this loosely-fitted kimono dress fits all.
KANANI SHIRT DRESS.
Another stunning pick, the Kanani shirt dress also features hand-appliquéd details and ceramic buttons, along with hand-knotted details on the collar.
However, the beautiful puffed and pleated dolman sleeves steal the show with their handmade ladder-like jointers and cuffed ends. They flatter the arms and provide shape to the silhouette.
Leave the dress open for a more relaxed feel. It’s simply the statement staple that mum would want in her closet.
PROCEANIS® HYALURONIC DRINK 2x 250ml BOTTLES.
The ultimate gift for the mum who has it all— the PROCEANIS® Hyaluron Drink. A tried-and-tested favourite skincare item of mine, this hyaluronic drink deeply hydrates every part of your body, which means it doesn’t only extend to your skin, but also your hair, nails, eyes, cartilage and connective tissues.
So this Mother’s Day, forget about finding topical treatments that suit your mum’s skin and opt for a product that is universal, that actually works, and tastes like delicious pomegranate.
PROCEANIS® HYALURONIC DRINK (TRAVELER).
Is your mum always on the go? Gift her the pocket-sized version of the original Hyaluron Drink instead. Each vial contains a day’s worth of the PROCEANIS® Hyaluron Drink for her convenience.
SILK HAND MARBLED SCARF (LIME).
Want to gift your mum something unique? These 100% silk scarves are completely unique due to the individual hand marbling print process.
They are lightweight with a beautiful drape and can be styled in multiple ways. This scarf features tones of soft lime green on a white base and highlights of metallic gold throughout the pattern
SILK PEACHY SQUARE SCARF.
If you’re looking for a gift that’s both sentimental and practical, this peachy square scarf is just for you.
Made from 100% silk, this scarf features a bold, abstract pattern in vibrant red, pink, orange and white that can be matched with many outfits.
To make it extra special, consider hand-stitching her initials on it!
EIGHT (BLACK).
Is your mum someone that juggles her work with a million other things? Treat her to the ultimate utility bag that’s versatile, functional, and oh-so-stylish.
Made very thoughtfully, this bag fits a 13” laptop and A4 documents. It’s also made from supple Nappa leather and features a black-lined interior with card and phone pockets.
This means that your mum will never have to add the worry of finding her things on her list!
SOLESTE (TAN).
If you’re taking your mum to lunch or a short getaway for Mother’s Day, add the Soleste bag to your trip.
The epitome of effortless chic, the Soleste crossbody is crafted from tan cow Nappa leather which is versatile and easy to style.
The strap is adjustable from handle to shoulder length for crossbody or top-handle style.
Discovery Pant (RUST).
Designed for everyday ease and elegance, your mum will absolutely adore these sportluxe pants.
Whether she’s going to the supermarket, to pick up her kids or to yoga, she can chuck on a tee over these pants and still look effortlessly stylish.
They are crafted with contrasting piping, an elasticised drawstring high waisted waistband and voluminous side pleats for an elegant look designed to allow her to move with ease and confidence through all elements of life.
Make It Yours Top (RUST).
Another honest and uncomplicated design with a sport luxe edge, the Make It Yours top is as elegant as it is comfortable. Made ethically in Melbourne, the top boasts a relaxed fit, contrast piping, kimono sleeves, sustainable fabrication and stripe ties that can be laced to your desire.
The Make It Yours top can easily be worn with activewear or daywear wardrobes.
LANGA.
Glitz n’ glam can be subtle and sophisticated.
Mum may have it all. However, she might need that spark of accessory to add to her daily wardrobe. One that can take her casual outfit from day to night.
Langa is the perfect glow, lightweight and handmade in Melbourne.
RUBY.
A symphony of scarlet & plum hues, this lipstick is universally flattering and perfect for adding colour to any outfit. It’s also formulated with antioxidants and vitamin E to ensure the best protection and nourishment for your lips.
If you’ve already gotten your mum some things, pop this lipstick onto your list— it’s a small item that could make big improvements to her overall look!
CLAUDETTE.
If your mum prefers her nude colours instead, Claudette is the shade for her. It’s a soft, muted pink that won’t wash her out, which means it can be used every day with every outfit.
This buttery buff-pink that wears perfectly as a sheer lightweight for the day, layered for a more deeply pigmented night time look.
