Fashionable & Functional Christmas Gift Ideas

Stylish Christmas Presents for Women That Won't Break the Bank

Dec 8, 2008

Young Woman with Christmas Gift, Anatoly Tiplyashin

For that difficult to buy for friend or the woman-who-has-everything, consider some gorgeous items that have a fashionable and functional value, weighing in at under £50.

How about this season’s latest looks in headwear? Or go designer, but with a practical cosmetic purse or wash bag — forget wallets and coin purses, these are far more funky and fashionable.

For the pickiest of style aficionados, a designer umbrella should do the trick.

Climb on board the latest fashion trend for perfumistas — smart scents that can make a woman smell sexier or feel happier. Also in the beauty department there’s Sephora’s limited-edition lip gloss clutch. 9 all color lip glosses infused with t5 super fruit complex™

Alternatively, buy a pair of this season’s sought after elbow-length gloves, short wrist-length are fine too but longer-lengths are so on-trend. When it comes to fashion accessories a printed scarf is also in vogue. Include some of the newer ideas on how to wear it.

For the woman who travels a lot, or is jetting off for some winter sun then how about a gorgeous silk sarong or a saress, or a jewelry roll in a fashionable print.

Finally, for right-on-trend teens and 20-somethings a pair of patterened tights in this season's fashionable plaid, stripes, paisely or polka dots.

Whether shopping online or in-store here are some Christmas present ideas to get you started:

Fashionable Gifts Ideas in Fashion Accessories

A pair of long winter gloves — fashionable for daywear too. Go for safe chic black or one of this season's fantastic berry colors.
A right-on-trend woollen beret (from around £10) — one of the season’s most jaunty looks. Make sure its worn in an up-to-date style.
A slouchy snood to keep the wearer snug, when it's cold outside. These are hot right now in terms of styling.
A stylish silk scarf with a modern print – with today’s different ways to wear it (even tied on your bag or around your waist) this practical gift transcends age groups.
Christmas and cashmere go together, Marks and Spencer have some great cashmere scarves (£20) that any woman would be pleased to receive.
A designer umbrella from Lulu Guinness, in her witty, iconic prints (£25 from Lulu Guinness.com)
Designer Bags can do no wrong but make it a more functional cosmetic purse or washbag. Nina Campbell box bags are funky and fashionable, whereas Lulu Guinness’s designs are witty and collectable.
Patterened hoisery or opaque tights in strong berry colors, especially purples, reds and pinks.

Fashionable Gift Ideas in Women’s Fashion

Undearwear with a difference. Beautiful organic lingerie with eco-chic styling– so soft to the touch from Figleaves.com.
Capes are cooler than cardigans this winter. Try a cable-knit sweater cape from Old Navy (around $36). It can be worn over a tailored shirt or turtleneck sweater.
The Saress is an unusual combination of sarong and sundress, complete with straps that fit over the arms. See Saress.com for details.
A sexy 50s-style corset makes a really personal gift. There is a huge revival in these hour-glass styles, making women feel feminine and flirty again. Online retailer Asos has a divine Charnos corset at £49. Alternatively, something a little more practical is Matalan's lingerie set with top and knickers.
A bra barrette — the perfect solution to falling bra straps. The bra barrette is a decorative plastic clip that not only keeps straps in place but is ideal to wear to keep straps from view under T-back tank tops or dresses. Alternatively wear one as bling on your back. Show off a metallic or bejeweled version keeping spaghetti straps in place or your swimwear straps. Priced from only $4.99 at Bra Barrette, this is the ultimate in fashionable but functional gifts.

Fashionable Christmas Scents

Smart scents such as Fleur Savage or Smiley claim they can make you feel happier or sexier. Not bad for around £25!
One of this fall's hottest new designer perfumes is Ralph Lauren's Notorious -priced around $65 this oriental spicy scent is a perfect christmas gift.
For the travellers there's Trish Envoy Pocketable Fragrances make an ideal gift for the fashionable world traveler. Available from Nordstrom at $20. They come in elegant organza pounches for extra chic.

For more Christmas gift ideas read Unique and Practical Christmas Gifts for Women .

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