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Amy Hart is hoping to expand her brood!

The former Love Island star became a mum for the first time in March of this year, when she welcomed baby son Stanley with her now-fiancé Sam Rason.

Now, ahead of her wedding plans for next year, Amy has shared all of her hopes to welcome more children in the future.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Last night, the 31-year-old took to her Instagram stories and prompted her followers to send in queries for a Q&A.

Firstly, Amy was asked when in the future she would like to try for a second baby with her husband-to-be.

“Straight after the wedding! Obvs I'll have to speak to Sam but as I am an open book with everyone else I *think* I'd like to share that journey on here,” she confirmed. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“From what I've heard it can be quite lonely at times so hopefully could give someone else some comfort! When I say share I mean like what supplements I'm taking, and what I'm doing to get my body in the best place,” she detailed further.

Later, the reality star was then quizzed if she would prefer to have another baby before she ties the knot with Sam, so that Stanley and his future sibling could both attend the wedding.

“No, you don't know what's round the corner, we wanted to do it sooner rather than later and who even knows when we'll be lucky enough to have another baby! Or if we end up with 4 that's a long time to wait! ” Amy admitted. 

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Lastly, the mum-of-one confirmed how many kids she would like to have in the future.

“2 or 4, because who sits on their own when you go to Thorpe park x,” she joked.

“However, I obviously don't know what the future holds and I'm so grateful to have one, as I would be to have three or five. Would just have to bring a friend to any theme park based days out,” she teased in conclusion.

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Nicole Bass is now a mum-of-two!

The former star of The Only Way Is Essex has announced the birth of her second child.

Nicole has welcomed another beautiful baby girl into the world, just 12 months after giving birth to her first child, Bella.

To reveal her wonderful news, the 32-year-old took to social media to unveil two heartwarming snaps of her new bundle of joy.

The images showcase the adorable newborn wearing a pink baby grow with the words ‘Little Sister’ embroidered onto it, as well as a pink bow headband.

“A whole week of loving you,” Nicole exclaimed in her caption, before going on to confirm the name and the date of birth of her second child.

“Welcoming our beautiful daughter Millie Nicole Beasley, born on the 22/11/23 weighing 7.2lbs at 9.50pm,” she announced.

On behalf of her boyfriend, who prefers to keep his identity out of the public eye, Nicole concluded her caption by adding: “Our hearts are so full of love I am so grateful for my two beautiful girls”.

Many of Nicole’s fellow TOWIE alumni have since gone on to congratulate her in the comments section of her post.

“Awww congratulations, she’s so beautiful,” replied Georgia Kousoulou.

“Perfect little princess!!!! Cannot wait to meet you angel,” gushed Clelia Theodorou.

“Aww fave name xxx,” added Amy Childs, who welcomed twins Billy and Milly in April of this year.

Back in June, Nicole surprised her fans when she shared that she was expecting her second child, just seven months after welcoming her eldest daughter Bella.

At the time, the expectant mum chose to post a stunning photo of herself at the beach, with her growing baby bump on full display.

Nicole also included a sweet snap of Bella holding a sonogram and a sign that read: “We’re expecting a… girl.”

“Double trouble on the way,” the reality star wrote teasingly in her caption, adding: “Our Baby girl will be due to arrive November 2023.”

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We hate to break it to you — but if you’re on the lookout for an impressive gift to give in 2023, a pair of socks and a gift card just won’t cut it. Sometimes, you need to throw caution to the wind, forget the budget, and spend a little more when it comes to getting the perfect gift. Luxury gifts fit the bill and will make you excited to spoil your loved ones. Whether you’re looking to treat your significant other or for that special something to thank your parents for all of their support, this list has luxury gift ideas for holiday gifting.

We took the time, did the research, and read countless reviews so you know you’ll be splurging on only the best luxury gifts this Christmas.

Maison Margiela Replica By The Fireplace Set – RRP €99

Maison Margiela’s By the Fireplace captures the essence of snug winter evenings by a crackling fire, transporting you to serene moments amid a snowy landscape. This exquisite set, featuring 30ml, 10ml, and 7ml bottles of this winter classic, makes for an ideal holiday gift. Reminisce about the comforting aroma of chestnuts roasting on an open fire with Replica By the Fireplace. This warm and inviting Eau de Toilette blends the smokiness of burning wood with hints of gaiac wood, cashmeran, and clove oil. A unique chestnut accord and pink pepper recreate the scent of roasted chestnuts, while sweet vanilla notes enhance the fragrance's overall warmth and coziness. Celebrate the season with this captivating olfactory experience. Buy here.

TH Monogram Medium Crossover Chain Bag from Tommy Hilfiger, Liffey Valley Shopping Centre – RRP €149.90

Elevate any wardrobe with the addition of this chic crossover bag, a must-have in this season's fierce red hue. The smooth finish and flap closure add a touch of sophistication, while the striking chain top handle provides a stylish edge. The removable crossover strap enhances versatility, allowing it to transition seamlessly from day to night. Boasting a single main compartment adorned with the TH monogram plaque and Tommy Hilfiger branding, this bag encapsulates both elegance and brand allure. Gift seekers take note – the fierce red shade promises to inject a stunning pop of colour into any outfit, making it a thoughtful and fashionable choice for those looking to stand out in style. Available in Tommy Hilfiger, Liffey Valley Shopping Centre.

Guillamene Pyjamas from JimJams.ie – RRP €120

Deirdre Adams, founder of Waterford-based pyjama company Jim Jams, is pioneering a fully sustainable and ethical supply chain. Designed in Ireland, JimJams uses premium GOTS-certified organic cotton, manufactured in India through fair trade partnerships supporting women in a social empowerment program. French-seamed for superior quality, JimJams embodies the motto "Luxurious comfort for you, education, employment, and hope for vulnerable women in India." The online range boasts botanical designs in long and short legs, including exclusive prints like floral white and lilac hydrangea, pink lily, the sea swimmer-inspired 'Guillamene print,' the Taj Mahal-inspired 'Love Print,' and the fresh 'Dede Print' with a white background and vibrant pink piping. Snooze guilt-free in Jim Jams' eco-conscious and stylish sleepwear.JimJams offer a super relaxed fit for the perfect way to lounge in luxury whilst also helping to empower vulnerable women in India. Available in sizes 8 to 18 with global shipping available here.

Clarins Precious Ritual Set – RRP €340

Exceptional anti-ageing care that preserves your skin and stimulates its own youthful resources. Clarins Precious Cream is an exceptional youthful skincare range that offers a real restorative action that goes beyond anti-ageing prevention. At the heart of its formula is the cryoextract of queen of the night and its incredible capacity to reactivate the skin's longevity. A preventive anti-ageing action enhanced by a trio of peptides with replenishing and restructuring properties to fight against the signs of time and restore skin's density. Precious Ritual Set contains Precious La Creme 50ml, Precious La Creme 15ml and Precious La Lotion Treatment Essence 30ml. Buy here.

Anxious Preoccupied, Lilac Vegan Leather Metallic Bag – RRP €120

A bestseller from comedian Joanne McNally’s new clothing line Anxious Preoccupied, we love this oversized metallic tote made from supersoft Saffiano vegan leather. In lilac with deep purple lining, it comes with a complimentary smaller clutch bag that can be used as an attachment to the main bag or worn on its own. The bold and quirky collection includes attachment style sweaters with slogans like Anxious Preoccupied, Anxious Avoidant and Fearful Avoidant. You’ll also find trucker caps with an image of a pig wearing hoop earrings, a bun and sunglasses and Pinot Psycho emblazoned on them, perfect for the wine lover in your life. Buy here

Van Cleef & Arpels Thé Amara Eau de Parfum – RRP £145 / €171

For this creation, Van Cleef & Arpels draws her inspiration from a peaceful stroll through tea plantation in the early morning. A sensational fragrance featuring complex facets and a uniquely subtle and refined tea accord, revisiting the aura of a mythical plant that has always inspired perfumers around the world.

The elements intermingle in perfect alchemy. A tea that is both green and floral with bright notes of bergamot and peppermint complemented by the spicy accent of pink peppercorn, which introduces a timelesssly elegant bouquet of rose and sweet pea. Her velvety and enveloping base of white musk and cashmeran, comes to warm up the fragrance bringing depth and singular sillage to this unique eau de parfum, Thé Amara. Available now from Arnotts Dublin.

Dermalogica Expertise Kit – RRP €339/£289 (worth €487/£428)

Formulated in their Los Angeles-based laboratories and inspired by expert techniques from the treatment room, the Dermalogica chemists work hand in hand with our Professional Skin Therapists to develop professional-grade products. The Dermalogica Holiday 2022 collection includes nine kits, priced from £18/€19 to £289/€339. Each offering features top-selling hero products and innovations in travel or retail sizes, as well as unique packaging inspired by our skin mapping service.

  1. Dermalogica Expertise Kit caught our eye. recipient can use the Daily Glycolic Cleanser, Daily Microfoliant, BioLumin-C Eye Serum, BioLumin-C Serum, Dynamic Skin Retinol Serum and Dynamic Skin Recovery SPF 50 for an expert-level skin care routine that supports brighter, smoother, firmer skin. They will elevate their at-home experience with a Dermalogica headband, fan brush and stainless steel Gua Sha. Available from Dermalogica.ie and all authorized Dermalogica stockists.

Acne Studios Vally Check Scarf – RRP €270

Acne Studios Vally Checked Scarf is made of a soft mohair blend with fringed ends, made from carefully selected material (alpaca, wool, nylon and mohair) known for its soft and hairy fibres. Detailed with an Acne Studios embroidered logo. This brand is a leading brand member of Fair Wear Foundation, committed to achieving supply chain transparency, and the constant improvement of working conditions to achieve a fairer and more ethical fashion industry. Buy here

L’Occitane Immortelle Divine Trilogy – RRP €195 (worth €244)

This divine L’Occitane anti-ageing skincare gift set contains the iconic Immortelle Divine trilogy which will restore, regenerate and reveal younger-looking skin for the lucky person that receives this gift. With five registered patents, this anti-ageing skincare trio provides complete rejuvenation of the skin by lifting the features, redefining facial contours and brightening dark spots as well as skin’s tone to ensure that the skin retains its youthful glow. This luxurious face care set contains 50ml Immortelle Divine Cream, 30ml Immortelle Divine Serum and 15ml Immortelle Divine Eye & Lips Contour all beautifully presented in a L’OCCITANE signature gift box. Buy here.

Sentier Elemental Essence Perfume Boxes – RRP €79 / £69

Sentier introduces a captivating range of Elemental Essence Perfume Boxes, making them an ideal Christmas gift that caters to diverse personalities. Inspired by the elements – Air, Water, Earth, and Fire – each box is tailored to distinct traits, ensuring a thoughtful and personalised touch. For those with water personalities, the Muse collection captures the romantic essence of water flowers, featuring scents like Ran, Rose Taif, and Monde A Part. Air personalities can indulge in the Mindful range, blending gentle woody, spicy fragrances, and delicate florals with options like Parisian Embrace, Baladein Autumn, and Esteemed Musk. Fire personalities seeking boldness and oriental notes can explore the Statement Collection with intense woody notes and white flowers like tuberose. Refined, designed for Earth personalities, encapsulates the profound beauty of Mother Earth with musky woods and delicate florals, offering a nature-inspired journey. Priced at €79 / £69, these perfume boxes from Sentier are a thoughtful and personalised gift, celebrating individuality this holiday season. Available at www.sentierfragrance.com.

Sómas Frankie Round Handbag Chocolate – RRP €180

Sómas’ best-selling multiway Frankie bag has quickly become a favourite among Instagram style-setters! Frankie is the ultimate day-to-night bag, available in various timeless colourways – black, white, and chocolate. With additional straps and adjustable handle, the bag offers many unique ways of styling. Made in Italy with genuine leather with beautiful gold shade hardware. Buy here.

Lancôme Absolue Cream Collection – RRP €280 (worth €405)

This Holiday season, Lancôme and Le Louvre have partnered. When art and beauty meet, the extraordinary unfolds. Beneath the iconic pyramid, discover the Lancôme gifting collection and offer a unique piece of magic to your loved ones. Crafted within a luxurious limited edition giftbox, designed to reinvent the Lancôme rose under the night magic. Gift the extraordinary with Lancôme x Louvre. This gift set includes the following beauty favourites: Absolue Soft Cream 60ml. Absolue Soft Cream 15ml, Absolue Rich Cream 15ml And Absolue Eye Cream 5ml. Buy here.

Valentino Born In Roma For Her Gift Set – RRP €154

  1. the holidays with the perfect luxury gift set featuring the iconic scent of Born in Roma Donna Eau de Parfum. Born In Roma For Her is an haute couture and modern fragrance. Haute couture elegance is expressed through the three jasmines that mingle with bourbon vanilla, the most expensive extract in the world, to create the most luxurious femininity. The blend is enhanced with a trio of woody notes for a contemporary twist, inspired by the urban culture of today's Rome. Valentino has developed this reusable box in an eco-design approach, plastic-free and with 100% cardboard.

This premium set contains Born in Roma Donna Eau de Parfum 100ml, Born in Roma Donna Eau de Parfum Travel Size 15ml and Born in Roma Body Lotion 50ml. Available from all good department stores and pharmacies.

Seabody ‘Sea to Self’ Gift Set – RRP €229

Renew, hydrate and brighten with this skin system containing Seabody’s Aquasurge Day Serum, Glycan Enrich Moisturiser, Overnight Elixir Serum and Beauty Food Supplement, which together support and reveal your best skin, from within. This carefully curated selection of products work together to enhance your skincare routine.

  • Glycan Enrich Moisturiser is a luxurious moisturiser designed to hydrate and reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles.
  • Aquasurge Day Serum contains hyaluronic acid which replenishes the skin’s moisture levels, leaving it plumper looking and refreshed.
  • Overnight Elixir, boost the results of your overnight skincare with this innovative serum. Enriched in Maraderm, Retinyl Palmitate, Vitamins E, Hyaluronic Acid, Squalane and vegan lipids it works its magic while you sleep resulting in a bright, glossy, hydrated complexion.
  • Beauty Food Supplement contains key micronutrients that contribute to the maintenance of normal hair, nails and the protection of cells from oxidative stress.

Buy here.

Sinead Keary ‘The Becky’ Thick Camis Black – RRP €135

Inspired by Sinead’s clients and friends (primarily her best friend Becky) with fuller busts, who love the idea of wearing a cami but tend to shy away from them as they can be unsuitable for anything other than a strapless bra. The thicker strap and built in bar loop to fasten your bra strap in place is designed with exactly this in mind. Although this piece was designed with a fuller bust in mind, it has since become a much-loved style in the range for all cup sizes. Made from weighty, luxurious silk which has a satin finish and is beautifully lined. The durable fabric ensures an extra flattering fit, designed to hang elegantly on any curves. Available in black, lilac, navy, pink, white and champagne. Buy here.

Augustinus Bader The Discovery Duo – RRP €290

Each Discovery Duo from Augustinus Bader contains both of his groundbreaking skincare formulas, The Cream and The Rich Cream, for easy mixing-and-matching according to your routine. The Cream is an ultra-lightweight, instantly hydrating cream that helps to dramatically transform the complexion and replenish moisture. The Cream delivers vibrant, healthy, radiant skin and a firmer, smoother appearance. The Rich Cream is a highly concentrated, deeply moisturizing cream that helps to revive the complexion and help heal dryness. The Rich Cream delivers skin that looks and feels smoother, softer and more supple. Suitable for normal to dry skin types. Buy here.

Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler – RRP €599.99

The Dyson Airwrap multi-styler has been re-engineered for faster, easier styling, featuring intelligent heat control technology for damage prevention. Powered by the Dyson digital motor, it leverages the Coanda effect utilizing high-speed airflow to attach to surfaces, styling hair efficiently. This innovation enables natural-looking curls, waves, smoothness, or rough drying with a sleek finish, all achievable at lower temperatures. The Dyson Airwrap revolutionizes hairstyling, ensuring optimal results without compromising hair health.

Each Dyson Airwrap multi-styler can be customised with a range of attachments to suit the user’s hair type, length and style. Available from Dyson Demo Zones and Dyson.ie.

Skeyndor Timeless Prodigy Gift Set from Edvard & Pink, Dundrum Town Centre – RRP €297

Skeyndor delivers a selection of luxurious gift sets for skincare enthusiasts. The Dublin flagship for Skeyndor is located in Edvard & Pink Dundrum Town Centre. Skeyndor was just voted the No 1 Spa skincare range in the World at the prestigious Destination Deluxe awards hosted in Bangkok.

The Timeless Gift Set delivers the perfect combination of beauty rejuvenating techniques, radiance, firmness, vitality, increased density and the smoothing of wrinkles. It includes:

  • The cream global ultra anti-ageing moisturising cream or the serum ultra anti-ageing global moisturising serum, with more than 15 active ingredients.
  • The cream for normal to dry skin or the serum for normal to combination skins.
  • The kit also includes a limited edition called the lift & glow drops which is an amazing product that brightens and illuminates the skin and also improves firmness and diminishes wrinkles. Buy here.

Cayo Classic Deep Navy Sweater – RRP €270

Cayo is a Limerick based slow fashion start up that makes cardigans and sweaters made from ethically sourced 100% alpaca wool that comes from Peru. Now in its third year, the designs can be dressed up or down and the yarn is more heat retaining than cashmere or other animal yarns. The collection is online and also stocked in Adare Manor and Curated at Kildare Village. Buy here.

Skin Formulas The Glow Edit Set – RRP €122

Introducing The Glow Edit, the capsule collection of products that you need for healthy, hydrated skin, every day making it the perfect present for anyone looking to give the gift of self-care this festive season. This set contains a full skincare capsule collection specifically designed for normal to oily skin types all presented in our newly designed rattan cosmetic bag. Each product is carefully crafted with nourishing and hydrating ingredients to provide a luxurious and effective skincare experience. From the Daily Foaming Cleanser to our moisturising Day Cream, each step in the routine is designed to leave skin feeling soft, supple and rejuvenated. The set includes Day Cream SPF 50, Night Cream, Hydra Serum, Daily Foaming Cleanser and new cosmetics bag. Buy here.

Le Labo BERGAMOTE 22 Duo – RRP €285

This dazzling bergamot combines freshness, sweetness, and sensuality with acrobatic talent. All these qualities were encompassed in the perfume’s initial code name: “Fire Cologne”.

It’s the delicate floral character of petit grain, the bitterness of grapefruit, as well as the flamboyant sweetness of amber and musk with a virile touch of vetiver, which gives BERGAMOTE 22 its unique personality. Available in 100ml (€285) or 15ml (€86). Buy here.

Never Fully Dressed Navy Bag & Shoes – RRP €110 and €140

This stunning soft blue velvet bag is embellished with a sparkling buckle. So captivating and elegant, it can be worn as a clutch to special occasions or clip on the chain for a comfortable more comfortable everyday accessory. Pair with these embellished pointed mules – the ultimate example of cool and elegance this season. Made from a navy blue velvet which makes them look and feel so luxe, they feature a statement sparkle buckle that draws attention to them in the very best way. So easy to slip on with your favourite maxi dress and go. Buy bag here and shoes here.

Image Skincare Personalised Gift Set (4 Product Set) – RRP €230.50 (worth €288.50)

This year, Image Skincare unveiled a new concept in Christmas Gifting with their ‘Personalised Gift Collection’. It’s the perfect way to pamper while addressing unique skincare needs. With a selection of carefully curated product options, these gift sets allow you to customise a skincare regimen tailored to your recipient’s individual skin type and concerns. This set includes:

  • The MAX Facial Cleanser is a luxurious, silky cleanser that features advanced peptides and plant extracts for youthful-looking skin. Free of acids and sulphates, it provides a gentle cleanse.
  • VITAL C hydrating anti-aging Serum is a #1 bestselling serum that softens the appearance of wrinkles, supports skin elasticity and fights environmental damage.
  • ORMEDIC balancing bio peptide crème is clinically proven to improve hydration and improve luminosity too.
  • PREVENTION+ daily ultimate protection moisturiser SPF50 is a sheer daily moisturiser that offers broad-spectrum protection against the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays, plus Digital Aging Defense™. Available in all IMAGE Skincare salons nationwide or buy here.

Crystals & Co, Crystal Clutch Bag – €125

  1. think this exquisite Crystal clutch bag is an impeccable gift choice. Adorned in flawlessly draped crystal mesh, these bags boast an ideal size accommodating all essentials, including phones, securely. Crafted with Grade A crystals, complemented by gold metal hardware and silk lining, these clutch bags embody elegance. The versatile design features a detachable gold chain, offering the option to carry it as a clutch or effortlessly drape it over the shoulder. Each bag is presented in a monogram silk bag, adding an extra touch of sophistication to this remarkable gift. Also featured in the photo are these Crystal Leaf earrings – they are divine and is the type of gift that a loved one can wear time and time again long into the future. Buy here.

Fields 18ct White Gold Lab Grown Oval Diamond Pendant – RRP €999

Fields is one of Ireland's most loved and recognised jewellery brands. This year, Fields launched its new "Born" collection of lab-grown diamonds with competitive prices for diamonds that are of outstanding quality. This beautiful diamond pendant necklace is presented as part of the new collection of lab-grown diamonds. The necklace is adorned with a 0.33 carat, lab-grown, oval-cut diamond and sits on a chain of 18 carat white gold. Perfectly sparkly and eye-catching. Lab grown diamonds are produced in a laboratory setting and are physically, optically and chemically identical to earth grown diamonds. They are real diamonds, IGI Certified, and are expertly cut and polished to sparkle with stunning fire and brilliance. Buy here or visit Fields shops in Dublin, Limerick, Galway and Louth.

Chinti & Parker X Marks & Spencer Relaxed Joggers & Jumper with Cashmere – RRP €120 each

Elevate your laidback wardrobe with these premium wool-rich joggers and matching jumper from Chinti & Parker for M&S. Knitted with soft cashmere for a luxurious touch, the joggers have an easy relaxed fit, with a cool wide-leg silhouette. A comfy ribbed waistband and seam detailing down the legs create a neat look, while logo embroidery at the hip provides a signature finish. The long-sleeved jumper also has a luxurious feel and is made in an easy relaxed fit, with a scooped v-neckline for elegance. Buy joggers here and matching jumper here.

Armani Privé Thé Yulong Eau De Toilette

Discover Armani/Privé's new unisex fragrance, THÉ YULONG, taking you on a sensory journey through the legendary Chinese mountains, echoing the contrasting natural sensations of smoked black and vivacious green tea extracts.
This unisex fragrance absorbs all facets and contrasts of tea as black and green tea are brought into subtle contact. The black tea evokes the hazy Yulong Mountains while the green tea and sparkling citrus notes refresh the fragrance and evoke the snow-capped peaks that surround them. The combination results in a smoky, woody, yet fresh and citrusy fragrance.

Armani Privé Thé Yulong Scented Candle

The new Armani Privé Candle collection brings inspiration and escape to every moment. With each of their unique fragrances, each candle evokes a distinctive atmosphere. As the candles burn, they cast a soft light, creating an elegant, soothing mood to punctuate the day. Although each fragrance is captured in the five scented candles, it is Thé Yulong which creates the most inimitable ARMANI PRIVÉ moment. Giorgio Armani Cosmetics are available exclusively at Brown Thomas.

Linen Shirt Company Mia Shirt – RRP €160

Taking inspiration from the ‘Golden Age’, this Tailored Style Shirt is based on the ever classic masculine version. Made in a soft grey 100% Irish Linen. Crisp, sharp contrast white collar, concealed button stand, and double cuff, this shirt is a smart addition to create a tailored look. Dress it up for evenings or wear it casually for a stunning daytime look. Buy here or from stockists nationwide.

Coach Tabby Handbag – RRP €320 from eBay.ie

Treat your loved one to a timeless blend of elegance and functionality, the Coach Tabby Handbag. Crafted with premium materials, it features a versatile design with a distinctive C-pattern, adding a touch of luxury. The spacious interior and multiple pockets make it a stylish companion for everyday use, effortlessly combining fashion and practicality. You can purchase this brand-new bag with tags from eBay.ie here. eBay.ie has a host of other luxury preloved and new items that make great Christmas gifts this holiday season.

Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Dreams Come True – RRP €380

Charlotte mantra: "it’s iconic!" but what makes it magic? Discover the ultimate Pillow Talk icons with a dreamy collector’s edition box! Charlotte’s rose-gold, magical makeup gift box featuring 13 full size pillow talk icons. Easy-to-gift vanity case with mirror to store all your beauty secrets at home and on-the-go! Buy here.

Jo Malone London Cologne Intense Collection – RRP €130

The perfect introduction to a selection of fragrances from the alluring and mysterious Cologne Intense collection. The gingerbread-inspired box contains five 9ml bottles, including Scarlet Poppy Cologne Intense, Cypress & Grapevine Cologne Intense, Myrrh & Tonka Cologne Intense, Velvet Rose & Oud Cologne Intense and Oud & Bergamot Cologne Intense. Buy here

NeoStrata Skin Active Gift Set – RRP €196.85 (worth over €266)

This gift set is the ultimate skincare indulgence, and your path to radiant skin. This set was meticulously curated with NeoStrata’s most potent and innovative skincare to elevate your beauty routine and unveil a radiant complexion. The set includes Exfoliating Wash, Matrix Support SPF 30, Cellular Restoration and Intensive Eye Therapy. Neostrata is available from pharmacies nationwide and neostrata.ie.

Meena Rollneck Knit in white from Bow & Pearl, Swan Centre, Rathmines – RRP €109.95

Who wouldn’t love this Meena Rollneck? This gorgeous knit is a perfect companion for cozy days and a versatile piece for any wardrobe. It’s designed for a slightly boxy fit and has a high rollneck. Buy here or visit Bow & Pearl, Swan Centre, Rathmines, Dublin 6.

Storyderm Ultra Lift – RRP €199 (Value €242.90)

This is the ultimate luxurious, KBeauty set for fighting the early and later signs of wrinkles. The set contains:

  • Ultra Essence Clean (RRP €49) – Nourishing pink liquid soap cleanser with coconut oil with a rich & soft texture.
  • Ultra Essence Aqua (RRP €49) – 25% Hyaluronic acid skin plumping toner with Peptides for inhibiting facial muscle contraction.
  • Ultra Peptide Mask (RRP €6.90) – Creamy single use sheet mask with Peptides for promoting collagen & elastin synthesis.
  • Pure Origin Cell Ampoule (RRP €69) – Peptide rich serum regenerates the skin, reducing wrinkle depth & tightening the skin.
  • Ultra A-Z Cream (RRP €69) – Multi-balm cream with Growth Factors & Ceramide delay cellular ageing. Find your local stockist or buy here.

Bow and Pearl at The Swan Centre, Rathmines

Purple knit (€120), black leather pant (€80) and purple coat (€159.99) from Bow and Pearl. The Swan Centre, located in the heart of Rathmines, promises a successful shopping experience this winter season! Explore its diverse range of boutiques and stores with unique, one-of-a-kind pieces. From chunky colourful knits found in Bow and Pearl, to classic dresses in Beautiful South, handy blouson jackets from Greenwich and co-ordinates from Carraig Donn, it’s well worth the visit.

Ultraceuticals Celebration Collection Gift Set – RRP €264

Valued at €323, this has everything that is needed for optimal skin rejuvenation. This set includes: Ultra Hydrating Skin Mist (45 ml), Ultra A Perfecting Serum (30 ml), Ultra B² Hydrating Serum (30 ml), Ultra C Firming Serum (30 ml) and Ultra UV Protective Daily Moisturiser SPF 50 Hydrating (100 ml). Choose the perfect Ultraceuticals skincare gift for yourself or a loved one on here or at Ultraceuticals Salons nationwide.

Wizard & Grace Essential Oil Candle Gift Set – RRP €110

Kinsale based Wizard & Grace has introduced a fresh line of Autumn/Winter intention candles to promote relaxation and stress relief. Crafted with eco-friendly renewable rapeseed wax and infused with essential oils, these candles draw inspiration from Irish landscapes, culture, and language. The range encompasses Buiochas (Gratitude) with thyme and frankincense, Oiche (Night) with lavender, chamomile, and clary sage, Suaimhneas (Peace) with elemi and patchouli, and the festive Nollaig (Christmas) with orange pine and cinnamon scents.

This gift set is the full bundle from their original four intention candles – it includes candles for courage, goddess, magic and Kinsale dreams, and all beautifully presented in a special Wizard & Grace Kraft box, sustainably sourced and fully recyclable. Wizard & Grace candles are crafted with care, using the most sustainable wax and the finest essential oils. Plus, each set comes with eco-packaging and affirmations designed to promote wellbeing. Buy here.

Clare O'Connor Scarves & Accessories at NearlySisters – RRP €149 to €249

Discover Clare's stunning scarves and accessories, designed in Ireland and meticulously crafted in Como, Italy. Limited-edition pieces feature her artwork, offering timeless and collectable style. With fabric choices like Silk, Cashmere, Wool, Model, Linen, and Bamboo, each piece boasts remarkable finishes and captivating colours, arriving in bespoke packaging. Her 100% Organic Bamboo collection is proudly made in Ireland, reflecting her commitment to sustainable fashion. Buy from NearlySisters here or visit their Irish-made Gifting Emporium located at 13 Cutlery Road, Newbridge.

Multifunctional Skin Devices by Cosaint

Cosaint Cleansing Brush And Under-Eye Toner – RRP €149

Cosaint’s Cleansing Brush And Under-Eye Toner takes the effort out of sometimes arduous cleansing. Oscillating hygienic medical-grade silicone bristles vibrate to create a gentle action and can be used with any cleansing type of lotion: oil, water based, or cream cleanser.

The Cleansing Brush also massages, tones and firms under the eye after the cleansing process to minimise the look of wrinkles and fine lines. A veritable miracle worker! Buy here.

Cosaint EMS and LED Eye Toner – RRP €169

The delicate eye area ages five years faster than the rest of the face. It also requires different care. Eye Creams are effective, but they can only do so much. Incorporating massage along with tightening Radio Frequency (RF, the same tech used in Facetite and other toning treatments), Electronic Muscle Stimulation (EMS) Cosaint’s EMS Under-Eye Toner helps to improve fine lines, sagging, and lighten dark circles. Buy here.

Cosaint Compact Ultrasonic Skin Peeler – RRP €174.30

Extend your beauty treatment results with deep-cleansing and lifting – this time from a device that mimics the massage techniques and exfoliation properties of a deep-cleansing and toning professional facial or facial peel.

The Compact Ultrasonic Skin Peeler is an incredible device which has two modes – the cleansing mode and the Lifting Mode, which stimulates circulation and tones your facial muscles. Buy here.

Elegance and Legacy: Monaghan's Cashmere – RRP from €50

Pictured – Claudia Cashmere Cardigan €500

Monaghan's Cashmere presents its Autumn/Winter '23 collection, a testament to timeless elegance and a continuation of the legacy left by Ireland's iconic retailer, Tom Monaghan, who recently passed away at the remarkable age of 98. Tom’s daughter Suzanne now runs the business and in addition to the new collection of cropped cardigan’s, sweaters and dresses, the store has introduced exquisitely crafted cashmere blankets woven and knitted in Scotland and a collection of cashmere accessories perfect for Christmas gifting including socks, water-bottles, scarves and gloves starting at €50. Visit their store on 21 South Anne Street, Dublin 2, or explore their collection here.

asap Skincare Ultimate Travel Collection – RRP €299 (Save 34%)

The asap Ultimate Travel Collection is a fabulous choice for any asap skincare fan or that special someone that enjoys travelling but can’t do without effective products. This collection also brings fantastic value and is packed with essential and bestselling asap products in travel-friendly sizes. Not only that, but it also includes a deluxe facial cloth all contained in a beautiful luxurious travel bag which can be used time and time again. The set contains Gentle Cleansing Gel (50ml),Daily Exfoliating Facial Scrub (50ml), Super A+ Serum (15ml), Super B Complex (15ml), Super C Complex (15ml), Radiance Serum (15ml), Firming Eye Lift (15ml), Liquid Platinum (50ml), CC Correcting Cream (75ml), Ultimate Hydration (30ml), Hydrating Night Repair+ (30ml), Hydrating Lip Balm+ SPF15 (10ml), Sanitise Me asap (110ml) along with the previously mentioned deluxe facial cloth and luxurious travel bag. Buy here.

Pixel 8 – RRP from €799

Meet Pixel 8, engineered by Google and built with AI at the centre for a more helpful and personal experience. The phone is packed with first-of-their-kind features, all powered by Google Tensor G3.

Pixel 8 is elegantly designed with softer silhouettes, beautiful metal finishes and recycled materials and features powerful, upgraded camera systems for stunning photos and video quality, plus game-changing editing tools. The ultrawide lens delivers even better Macro Focus, the telephoto lens captures 56% more light and takes 10x photos at optical quality, and the front facing camera now has autofocus for the best selfies on a Pixel phone. Buy here.

John Hanly's Cashmere Merino Throw at NearlySisters – RRP €160

These beautiful Irish-made throws are crafted using a luxurious, sumptuous blend of cashmere and merino wool, and feature a vibrant and uplifting colour palette, offering the ultimate in comfort and style. Buy from NearlySisters here or visit their Irish-made Gifting Emporium located at 13 Cutlery Road, Newbridge.

Juliette Armand Skin Booster Chronos Eye Gift Set – RRP €199 (Value €287)

Replicates the 'filler' effect on wrinkles and ageing skin. This set is suitable for mature skin with concerns of crows feet, dehydration, dry & wrinkled skin. The set contains:

  • Opsis Eye Cream (RRP €79): It moisturises and improves the appearance of the skin with wrinkles, swellings and dark circles, by restoring its firmness, vitality and glow. Enhanced with “Cosmetic Drones” technology, it offers an advanced and targeted delivery system of peptides to the skin.
  • Chronos Hydra Correct Serum (RRP €99): Moisturising and firming face serum suitable for all skin types. It deeply moisturizes and reduces the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles, leaving the skin extra firm with a healthy glow.
  • Chronos Hydra Correct Cream (RRP €109): Moisturising and firming face cream suitable for all skin types. Improves the appearance of skin with fine lines and wrinkles, delivering a radiant, bright and firm complexion. Enhanced with "Cosmetic Drones" technology, it offers an advanced and targeted delivery system of peptides to the skin.

Juliette Armand Giftsets are available from salons nationwide or online here.

Wild & Free Cobe – RRP €165.95

A perfect gift for the sea swimmer in your life, the Wild & Free Cobe is the first luxury waterproof coat and dry robe in one and takes a practical spin on competitor robes. Not only is the Cobe unisex and made with recycled nylon, but it’s also designed in a more slimline and lightweight style. The Cobe is 30% slimmer than competitor brands, is lightweight yet cosy and 100% waterproof, and best of all it wears like an oversized coat, but functions like a robe! The Cobe comes in three classic colours – Olive Green, Classic Black and Midnight Navy. Buy here.

Enibas Anam Gold Grá Disc & Silver Chain at Kilkenny Design

RRP €63 with Gold Initial Charm – RRP €108

The Anam collection of initial disc pendants embody the love, family, personality and soul stories we hold dear. A tiny disc inscribed with Grá (love) is included with every chain, to signify self love especially for you. This is a sterling silver chain. To complete the piece, you can add a silver or gold disc hand stamped with the initial of someone you love. Buy here.

Ashford Castle Silk Pyjamas – RRP €300

  1. beautiful two-piece silk pyjamas set by Ashford Castle is stunning. These luxurious pyjamas in a timeless style will not only feel indulgent against your skin but also help you have a peaceful slumber too, with all silk’s natural benefits. They come in the bespoke Ashford green with contrast piping to the hem, cuff and pockets. Now all you need, is a trip to the Castle. Buy here.

Clossy Beauty Bundle – RRP €105

The Clossy Beauty Bundle is curated to organise and display all of your beauty bits. Store make-up, cosmetics, lotions and potions in the Clossy Stackable Divided Bin and Drawer which stack neatly on top of one another and feature removable dividers to let you stack and store your way.

Use the glass storage jars to display and store cotton pads, buds or hair accessories and everywhere large bins to house and organise hair tools and any bigger beauty items. It’s a practical gift but is perfect for the woman who has everything, except an organised beauty set up! Buy here.

Paul Costelloe X Dunnes Stores Cashmere Cowl Neck – RRP €145

Imbued with Paul Costelloe's signature luxury, this cowl neck jumper is crafted from pure cashmere and features neat split hem detailing. A premium investment piece, this jumper is a wardrobe hero you can layer with coats, knit cardigans, denim, and more. Brought to you by Irish designer Paul Costelloe, exclusively for Dunnes Stores. Buy here.

Google Pixel Watch 2- €399

Pixel Watch 2 comes with upgraded performance, all-day battery life (with always-on display), new safety features and sensors for deeper health insights — including Google's most accurate heart rate tracking on any tracker or smartwatch — to give you a much better pulse on your day. Buy here.

Moët & Chandon – RRP various

What better way to celebrate the festive season and welcome the New Year than with the world's iconic champagne, Moët Impérial? Share the magic with loved ones as you pop open a bottle of Moët Impérial Brut or Moët Impérial Rosé, beautifully presented in limited edition gift boxes. Moët Impérial, recognised globally as a symbol of Champagne's excellence, has been enjoyed for almost three centuries, toasting significant historical events and personal milestones. It's the essence of "Moët Moments." Moët Impérial (€61) combines Champagne's three primary grape varieties and ancestral winemaking expertise. Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial (€68.45) offers a delightful burst of red fruits. For an extra touch of style, the Moët & Chandon Impérial Brut Festive Minis Gift Box (€119.60) includes six mini bottles and six golden flutes, exclusively available at Brown Thomas. Available in all good retailers nationwide.

LanaiBLO Hair Dryers – RRP from €99.99

Irish cult brand LanaiBLO has unveiled five vibrant colours for its latest LanaiBLO 2.0 hair dryer just in time for Christmas. Purple Passion, Orange Phenomenon, Showstopper, Limelight and Cherry Pop offer a personalized touch for every personality. The LanaiBLO 2.0 is a powerful yet lightweight hair dryer, emphasizing three key performance factors: weight, power and noise. It maintains its robust 2400-Watt motor, Ionic Technology, Ceramic Tourmaline, and Extra Long Cord while delivering upgrades in airflow and air pressure for quicker drying, reduced weight for effortless handling and quieter operation for peace during styling.

The LanaiBLO 2.0 retains its luxurious feel and includes ergonomic improvements, enhanced aesthetics, durability and easy maintenance. With personalized options available, it's a standout gift that combines power with elegance and innovation.

Support a fabulous Irish brand this Christmas and give the gift of an elevated haircare routine with this revolutionary hair dryer. LanaiBLO hair dryers are available to buy here.

Give a 3D printer, one of the hottest tech gifts this year – RRP from €227

If searching for an affordable yet practical tech gift, a 3D printer may be the answer. Emerging as the must-have Christmas gadget this year according to Irish company 123-3D, a printer can now be purchased for as low as €227. The hands-on creative aspect of 3D printing, where users can bring virtual designs into the physical realm, is proving to be a significant draw. So, foster some creative expression, and visit here to see a range of 3D printers and get expert guidance to help you choose the right product.

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As the festive season approaches once again, we think it's time to celebrate the cherished bond that lights up your life – your friendship with your best friend!

Your bestie is always there for you, through good times and bad, and they deserve to be treated and spoiled rotten as a result. 

In this collection, we have curated 30 gifts suitable for any hobbies that your best friend enjoys. Whether they are on the hunt for a relaxing spa day, some cosy new fashion bits or a lavish beauty set of their favourite products, we’ve got you covered in this comprehensive gift guide.

So, what are you waiting for? Delve deep below, and discover our amazing present ideas that would thrill any of your friends this Christmas:

Carolyn Donnelly Eclectic Robin Boxed Pyjamas – RRP €40

With a stunning berry and robin print on a cream background, these silky pyjamas from Carolyn Donnelly will add some luxury to lounging at home. Trimmed with a contrasting print at the hems, the top has a button-through front and traditional revere collar, while the matching bottoms are cut for a wide leg with an elasticated waist. They are presented in a lovely box, making them an ideal gift solution.

Carolyn Donnelly Eclectic Robin Slipper – RRP €20

Pair the above PJs with these delightful velvet slippers which are designed with robin embroidery and metallic gold dots. They also boast a faux fur interior to ensure your feet stay cosy in cold weather. Brought to you by Irish designer Carolyn Donnelly, exclusively for Dunnes Stores.

The Berry Pickers by Amanda Peters (Penguin Random House)

In July 1962, a Mi’kmaq family arrives in Maine to pick blueberries for the summer. Tragedy strikes when four-year-old Ruthie, the youngest, disappears, leaving her brother, Joe, distraught. Meanwhile, in Maine, Norma grows up in an affluent but mysterious family. She grapples with recurring dreams that feel like memories. As she matures, Norma becomes determined to uncover the family's hidden secret. This stunning debut weaves a tale of love, race, brutality, and forgiveness. It's a captivating narrative that explores the persistent search for truth, the haunting effects of trauma, and enduring love across generations. Perfect for fans of The Vanishing Half and Woman of Light. Available from all good bookshops, nationwide.

The Initial Collection by Dylan Oaks, Liffey Valley Shopping Centre – RRP €49

The Initial Pendant Necklace is a perfect gift, combining personalized charm with contemporary style. Crafted with elegance, it embraces the current trend of customized jewellery. This necklace allows the wearer to showcase their individuality, making it a thoughtful and on-trend present for any occasion. And as a bonus, Dylan Oaks are offering a free matching pair of stud earrings with every Initial Pendant Necklace. Available from Dylan Oaks, in Liffey Valley Shopping Centre.

Dermalogica Foliant Collection – RRP €49/£45

Travel light, travel bright: a trio of the top-selling powder exfoliants delivers smoother, brighter, healthier-looking skin wherever you go. Smooth and brighten skin with Daily Microfoliant, calm and replenish with Daily Milkfoliant and resurface and detoxify with Daily Superfoliant. Available from Dermalogica.ie and all authorized Dermalogica stockists.

Jo Browne Luxury Bamboo Pyjamas – RRP €120

Bamboo fabric is among the smoothest fabrics, luxuriously soft with a feel like silky cashmere. Which is why Jo Browne created these pyjamas so that everyone can enjoy the luxury of bamboo, especially when you sleep. The team at Jo Browne have offered their apologies as they’ve made getting out of bed really difficult! The Pyjamas have an elastic waist for ultimate comfort and deep pockets. Buy here.

Brushdoc Makeup Brush Cleaner – RRP €65

Elevate the Christmas gifting experience for makeup lovers with the revolutionary Brushdoc Makeup Brush Cleaner. This flagship product is a game-changer in the beauty routine, removing all the hassle from cleaning makeup brushes. Its innovative design features a specially crafted silicone mat that effortlessly cleans brushes in seconds. The device's simplicity, combined with its effectiveness, transforms the tedious task of brush cleaning into a quick and enjoyable process. Give the gift of convenience and efficiency to the makeup enthusiasts in your life, making their beauty routine smoother and more enjoyable with Brushdoc this holiday season. Buy here.

The Sweater Shop Aran Turtleneck Sweater – RRP €139.90, currently €89.90

If your bestie is a fan of Taylor Swift, then she’s bound to love having a matching Aran Turtleneck from The Sweater Shop! This Irish Aran turtleneck, available in natural and charcoal, is made in Ireland and is 100% soft merino wool. It can be worn by both women and men and will keep them warm throughout the cold winter days. This Aran jumper wonderfully combines functionality and warmth, resulting in a stylish yet hard wearing classic that will last for years. It follows all the traditional Irish stitching patterns that have been passed down from generation to generation, which in olden days told stories of families and life in Ireland. Buy here.

NEW Eminence.ie ‘Power Couple’ Bakuchiol & Niacinamide Moisturiser (RRP €79) & Radiant Protection SPF Fluid (RRP €69)

Eminence.ie presents the Bakuchiol + Niacinamide Collection, a dynamic duo for radiant skin. The Bakuchiol + Niacinamide Moisturiser and Radiant Protection Fluid, SPF 30, combine Bakuchiol's collagen-boosting benefits with Niacinamide's hydrating properties. Derived from the Babchi plant, Bakuchiol gently diminishes fine lines and wrinkles, offering retinol-like results without irritation. Niacinamide, a form of vitamin B3, minimizes pores and enhances skin texture. Together, this power couple reduces signs of aging, refines skin tone, and supports the skin's moisture barrier. Free from retinol's drawbacks, these products provide a gentle yet effective solution for smooth, protected, and revitalized skin, suitable for both day and night use. Buy here

The F.R.I.E.N.D.S Experience

For all F.R.I.E.N.D.S enthusiasts, this Christmas, we have the ultimate gift that Sitcom lovers will adore. The FRIENDS™ Experience, after an immensely successful European tour with over 250,000 fans attending, has now arrived in Dublin at the Theatre Of Light, The Point Square. It's running until early next year, offering fans a chance to step into the world of their beloved characters.

This interactive experience delves into the making of the show, featuring replica costumes, props, and recreations of iconic moments from the beloved series. Guests can relive cherished memories with nostalgia-packed, interactive sets, including Monica's kitchen and the iconic FRIENDS™ fountain. It's a journey down memory lane, filled with photo opportunities and the chance to re-enact your favourite scenes, like peeking around Monica's iconic purple door. Make this Christmas memorable with The FRIENDS™ Experience for a fan of the show. Book here.

Declaré Cleanser & Toner Duo – RRP €39.95

This handy facial set includes Declaré’s Cleansing Milk and Tonifying Lotion for daily cleansing of sensitive skin. The light Cleansing Milk, enriched with linden extract, gently cleanses, and effortlessly removes make-up and excessive skin sebum without disturbing the natural skin balance. Follow with tender Tonifying Lotion and enjoy beautifully cared-for skin. Available from www.trndbty.com and stockists nationwide.

Image Skincare Personalised Gift Set (3 Product Set) – Receive Cleanser FREE

This year, Image Skincare unveiled a new concept in Christmas Gifting with their ‘Personalised Gift Collection’. It’s the perfect way to pamper while addressing unique skincare needs. With a selection of carefully curated product options, these gift sets allow you to customise a skincare regimen tailored to your recipients individual skin type and concerns.

By way of example, this set includes:

  • VITAL C hydrating facial cleanser is a creamy cleanser that emulsifies makeup and gently removes impurities while nourishing skin with essential antioxidants and vitamins. It infuses skin with high levels of antioxidant vitamin C to brighten as it cleanses.
  • VITAL C hydrating anti ageing Serum is the #1 bestselling serum softens the appearance of wrinkles, supports skin elasticity and fights environmental damage.
  • PREVENTION+® daily ultimate protection moisturiser SPF 50 is a sheer daily moisturiser that offers SPF 50 broad-spectrum protection against the sun’s harmful UVA and UVB rays, plus Digital Aging Defense™. Available in all IMAGE Skincare salons nationwide or buy here

Nunaïa Nourishing Radiance Serum – RRP €79

Tipperary-based Nunaïa Nourishing Radiance Serum is a superfood serum formulated with sustainable rainforest botanicals from the Peruvian Amazon and Andes Mountains. Buy here.

Seoulista Beauty Supercharged Cryo-Powered Set – RRP £35/€35 (worth £58.99/€61.99)

The Supercharged Cryo-Powered Daily Skin System offers a high-performance skincare duo powered by cold therapy to deliver a plumped, glowing complexion. This kit includes:

  • Seoulista Hydration Super Serum – Infused with tri-molecular hyaluronic acid, this daily-use serum stimulates collagen production in the deeper layers of the dermis whilst moisturising the skin's surface for a healthy, plumped complexion.
  • Seoulista Cryo Cool Skin Tool – Harnessing the power of cryotherapy and massage, this innovative device helps to soothe, de-puff and rejuvenate the complexion, enabling better absorption of the potent Seoulista Super Serums, for a healthy, radiant glow.
  • Seoulista Silky Locks Headband – A luxurious headband for protecting hair during beauty routines.

Seoulista Beauty Christmas gift sets are available here or from Boots.ie and leading retailers and pharmacies nationwide.

Haumea Led Light Therapy Device – RRP €149.99

The person who receives this device will experience a skincare transformation with this Light Therapy Mask Device making it an ideal gift for boosting skincare results. This innovative device utilizes non-invasive Light Therapy, effectively addressing acne, inflammation, uneven skin tone, fine lines, wrinkles, and various skin concerns. Its treatment penetrates deep into skin layers, triggering natural intracellular reactions at a molecular level. Free from UV-rays and downtime, the device ensures a safe at-home skincare experience. With three LED wavelengths catering to all skin types, it delivers gentle thermo-heat to revitalize and enhance luminosity. The T-sonic™ pulsations massage, tone, and contour the face, reducing puffiness and fine lines while improving product absorption. Gift a skincare upgrade with this thoughtful and effective device. Buy here.

Shiseido Benefiance Holiday Kit – RRP €105

Introducing Shiseido's four-piece skincare set, featuring the BNF Wrinkle Smoothing Cream (50ml) with ReNeura Technology+TM* for optimal age-defying benefits. This silky cream visibly smooths wrinkles, plumps lines, and deeply moisturises, leaving skin radiantly youthful with a calming floral green fragrance. The set also includes the DPREP Clarifying Cleansing Foam (15ml) for morning and evening use, removing impurities before softener application. The DPREP Treatment Softener (30ml) enhances skin defences, improves barrier function and prevents future wrinkles. Complete the regimen with the Ultimune Power Infusing Concentrate (10ml) to activate skin's defences, stimulate vital flow, and optimise resilience against stress, ageing, and pollution. Available in Arnotts and all good pharmacies nationwide.

JANDO Gift Bundles – RRP from €30

We all know the purse strings might be a little tighter this Christmas but that doesn’t mean you can’t brighten someone's festive season with a colourful ‘pocket-friendly’ gift from renowned printmakers JANDO. JANDO’s acclaimed range of fine art prints uniquely capture Ireland’s favourite locations and landmark architecture in their vibrant and unique pop art style. JANDO have just launched their Christmas gifting bundles, with prices from €30 to €100 making them the sustainable gifting choice and with a price point to suit every budget. Buy here.

Nuxe Your Lift And Firmness Routine – RRP €68

A complete anti-ageing routine in a new box set containing three flagship Merveillance Lift products, the face care range that acts on wrinkles and firmness of the skin. It is suitable for all women from 35 years of age. The box set contains: Merveillance Lift, Firming Powdery Cream 50 ml Merveillance Lift, Lift Eye Cream 15 ml Merveillance Lift, Concentrated Night Cream 15ml. NUXE products are widely available online at Cloud 10 Beauty and all major pharmacies nationwide. 

Voduz Hair Locks & Loads Ultimate Haircare Regime – RRP €74.95/£69.99

Unlock your hair's potential with the Locks & Loads Ultimate Hair Regime. This set includes favourites from their bestselling Home Care range, including Nourishing Shampoo and Conditioner and Complete It Hair Treatment; cult classic Velvet Crown Thermal Conditioning Spray, hooked shower comb and vented brush. The ultimate set for achieving salon-worthy hair. Buy here and at stockists nationwide.

NeoStrata Microdermabrasion Christmas Cracker Set – RRP €44.95 (worth €73.90)

This one-step exfoliating polish is a powerful exfoliating treatment that helps to improve the texture and appearance of your skin. This powerful 10% glycolic is matched with Restore PHA moisturiser, designed for sensitive skin, to improve skin’s texture and radiance. Neostrata also has a Daily Renewal Christmas Cracker Set (€34.95, worth over €60) and Glycolic Cleansing Christmas Cracker Set (€29.95, worth over €53) this year. Neostrata is available from pharmacies nationwide and here.

Cross Fountain Pen by David Cullen Jewellers, Swan Shopping Centre, Rathmines – RRP €35

If your BFF is a writer, then they'll adore this beautiful fountain pen.  Introducing a smart new option for your everyday pen collection. Bailey light is the first non-metal Cross pen finished in burgundy lacquer and gold plate. New lightweight resin design. Same quality Cross performance. Presented in a premium gift box, it comes with a lifetime mechanical warranty. Buy here.

Skin Theøry Brighten Your Complexion Gift Set – worth €148.95, on sale €109

Skin Theøry is the results-driven skincare range that uses the most advanced technologies and has been developed as a peptide-based skincare line for all. The range spans six individual, active ingredient ‘theøries’, led by science to achieve skin that looks and feels its best. With this gift set, you will be giving the lucky recipient the gift of brighter skin this Christmas. The set includes Skin Theøry’s illuminating essentials packed with ingredients such as Niacinamide, B5 and Vitamin C. Included are Antioxidant Gel Cleanser, Antioxidant Day Cream SPF 30, Antioxidant Brightening Serum and Skin Theøry Mesh Bag. Buy here.

BPerfect X MRS Glam Showstopper Deluxe Edit – RRP €54.95/£49.95

Elevate your beauty routine with this premium, exclusive makeup set designed by BPerfect in collaboration renowned Irish MUA, Michelle Regazzoli Stone. Dive into glamour with the Elite Eyeshadow Palette, Kohl Eyeliner, Deluxe Brushes, Luxurious Setting Spray, and Opulent Blusher in the shade Peaches. Buy here or at their megastores and pop-ups nationwide.

Gift wellness with a Gift Voucher from Spas.ie

A Spas.ie gift voucher is the perfect Christmas present, offering the gift of relaxation and rejuvenation. With a diverse selection of luxurious spa experiences and wellness treatments, it caters to every preference. Recipients can choose from an extensive network of top-notch spas and salons across Ireland, ensuring a personalised and memorable experience. Whether it's a blissful massage, revitalising facial, or a full spa day retreat, the gift voucher allows flexibility and choice. Give the gift of self-care and tranquillity this Christmas, making it a thoughtful and cherished present that indulges the senses and promotes well-being. Buy here.

Brow Aid ‘S.O.S Brow & Lash Recovery Protein Mask’ – RRP €33

If your bestie struggles with their lashes, then this new intensive Brow & Lash recovery mask is a fab gift for them. It is stacked with superfood to regrow, repair and replenish their lashes. It is rich in protein & vitamins to nourish & restore hair fibres, it also contains jojoba bergin organic oil along with vitamin A and B to moisturise and strengthen the lashes. Lightweight emollient agent is used to ensure it is light to the touch with smooth application. The result is hydrated lases with an immediate conditioning effect. Brow Aid is available from Brow Aid, The Dublin Makeup Academy, Brown Thomas and all good retailers nationwide.

Revive Active Beauty Complex Gift Set – RRP €99.95

Give the gift of comprehensive support for radiant skin, luscious hair and strong nails during the holiday season with this new Gift Set by Revive Active. This elegant package features two boxes of the Beauty Complex super supplement, providing a two-month supply with 60 sachets. As a bonus, enjoy a complimentary biodegradable detangling hairbrush that effortlessly tackles tangles, leaving hair smooth and beautiful. Crafted with thin, flexible bristles, the brush minimises split ends and breakage. Embrace the winter season with confidence, anticipating cosy fires, warm winter attire, and festive nights with friends. Available in all good pharmacies nationwide.

Eminence Mini Starters Christmas Gift Set – RRP €115

Their skin deserves the best care nature has to offer, so Eminence have put together a collection of their best-selling products that showcase the powerful phytoceutical brand in all its glory. The gift contains: Stone Crop Gel Wash, Strawberry Rhubarb Dermafoliant, Stone Crop Whip Moisturiser, Bamboo Firming Fluid and Neroli Age Corrective Eye Serum all presented in an elegant and convenient zipped pouch in faux suede. It really is perfect as a gift and is a wonderful introduction to Eminence’s most powerful results-driven products. Suitable for all skin types. Buy here.

Little Pyg 

Treat your bestie to a night at Dublin's stylish Little Pyg Terrace this Christmas. Little Pyg Terrace, the new addition to Dublin's nightlife scene, offers a unique blend of European charm in the heart of Powerscourt Townhouse. This music-focused sister bar of 'Little Pyg' seamlessly combines indoor and al fresco dining with authentic European-style Italian tapas and cocktails. The venue features imported Spanish tiles, playful furniture, and the exposed 300-year-old walls of Powerscourt Townhouse, making it the perfect backdrop for a festive night out with friends or a special someone. Give the gift of a memorable evening, filled with great food, drinks, and stylish ambience at Little Pyg Terrace. More information here.

Veuve Clicquot – RRP various

Last but by no means least, bubbles are always a great gift! Founded in 1772, Veuve Clicquot, one of the most prestigious Champagne Houses in the world. Ensure your besties champagne stays cool in style with the reusable Ice Jacket, crafted from 100% recycled plastic using waste-free 3D knitting technology. Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Ice Jacket is priced at RSP €65.45, while Veuve Clicquot Rosé Ice Jacket is available for RSP €78.20.

For a unique touch, the retro 1950s-style Veuve Clicquot Fridge gift box, created in collaboration with SMEG, keeps your champagne chilled for up to two hours and is infinitely recyclable. Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Fridge is available at RSP €67.45, and the Veuve Clicquot Rosé Fridge is priced at RSP €80.20. Available in all good retailers nationwide.

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It has been announced that Jamie Lynn Spears has left I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! 

Although the exact reason has not been revealed, a spokesperson for the reality show said that the actress had to leave the programme ‘on medical grounds’. 

The news comes as a shock following Grace Dent’s early exit on Monday, also due to medical reasons. 

The spokesperson from the ITV show confirmed the surprising news of Jamie Lynn’s departure by releasing a statement that reads, “Jamie Lynn Spears has left I'm A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! on medical grounds”.

“She's been a fantastic campmate who has triumphed at trials and bonded well with her fellow celebrities”.

The news has been released shortly after Masterchef food critic Grace Dent, also departed the Australian jungle, due to medical reasons which are yet to be revealed. She has since returned to the UK.

Credit: ITV

YouTuber Nella Rose sparked concern from viewers as she had to seek medical attention during the live segment of last night’s episode, but she is expected to reappear in tonight’s show.

Many fans of I’m a Celeb shared their disappointment about Jamie Lynn leaving on social media, with one penning, “That’s a shame I liked her”.

“Ah that’s gutting I was warning up to her and she was really coming out of her shell”, commented a second viewer. 

Another wrote, “Real shame, came across really well and warmed to her after the first few days”.

Jamie Lynn’s departure from the show comes just days after she threatened to quit because she missed her children. The 32-year-old’s campmates could be seen supporting her in many of last week’s episodes after she was left in floods of tears. 

Spears’ last appearance on the show will be aired on tonight's episode.

I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out Of Here! continues tonight at 9pm on ITV1.

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As Christmas nears and we’re all out and about buying presents for our loved ones, we must remember that it doesn’t have to cost a lot to show we care. The important thing about giving a gift to our friends and family is the time and effort we put into choosing it. 

Rather than spending a tonne of money on meaningless presents, this festive time really is about sharing love and kindness. Bear in mind that a little gift with a lot of thought can go a long way to make someone happy on Christmas morning and show just how much you care. 

These gestures are what truly matter during the Christmas period and to make your decision that bit easier, we’ve compiled the perfect gift guide of presents under €20 that will make wonderul tokens of love.

Max Benjamin Hand Soap Gift Set from Carraig Donn, Liffey Valley Shopping Centre – RRP €16

The perfect gift or stocking filler for those who like beautiful scents in their home and on their skin. The gift set contains three 100g Max Benjamin natural soap bars in French Linen Water, White Pomegranate and Lemongrass & Ginger scents. Vegan friendly and dermatologically tested, these shea butter based soap bars are kind to all skin types, making for a meaningful gift for a loved one this Christmas. Available from Carraig Donn, Liffey Valley Shopping Centre.

ThisWorks ‘Soothe & Sleep’ Christmas Cracker – RRP €13

This Christmas, give the gift of a restful night's sleep with ThisWorks. Their festively packaged Deep Sleep gift sets and stocking fillers are designed to help recipients unwind and enjoy peaceful nights and refreshed mornings. The ‘Soothe & Sleep’ Christmas Cracker is a relaxing duo of mood-managing aromatherapy sprays for calmer days and peaceful nights, this festive stocking filler includes a deep sleep pillow spray 5ml and stress check mood manager 5ml. ThisWorks is available from Dunnes, McCauley’s, Cloud10 and Pharmacies nationwide.

Casa Clara Sienna Embellished Socks – RRP €20

These seriously cute socks are from anthropologie and they come in two delightful colours – black (as above) and white with white pearls. Such a pretty stocking filler. Buy here.

An Invitation to the Kennedys by Emily Hourican available from Eason, Liffey Valley Shopping Centre – RRP €14.99

An Invitation to the Kennedys is a captivating novel inspired by real events. Set in 1930s London society, it follows Kathleen 'Kick' Kennedy, the daughter of the US ambassador, who becomes a sensation. She falls for a duke-in-waiting, and tensions rise as not everyone accepts their romance. Meanwhile, Lady Brigid Guinness is uninterested in love but faces pressure to marry a German prince. When they all gather at Kelvedon Hall, secrets, troubled marriages, and political intrigue come to light against the backdrop of an impending European war. As the week unfolds, Kick and Brigid must reconsider their future plans in a rapidly changing world. Available from all good bookshops nationwide. Available from Eason, Liffey Valley Shopping Centre.

La Roche Posay Cicaplast Set – RRP €15

This La Roche-Posay Cicaplast Gift Set is a perfect Christmas gift. Featuring the Cicaplast Baume B5, a soothing and repairing multi-purpose balm, and the Cicaplast Lavant B5, a gentle cleanser, this set provides comprehensive care for sensitive and irritated skin. With La Roche-Posay's dermatological expertise, it's an ideal present for those seeking effective skincare solutions during the festive season. Available from all good pharmacies nationwide.

Dunnes Stores Fluffy Fleece Pyjamas Set – RRP €12

These cosy fleece pyjamas are designed with a fun all-over print. A great option for lounging or sleep.

Dunnes Stores Suede Mule Slippers – RRP €15

Made with a genuine suede upper, these classic mule slippers feature a faux-fur trim for an added touch of detail. Perfect for sprawling around your house in supreme comfort.

SimpleScents Fragrance Subscription – RRP from €16.20

SimpleScents, a revolutionary fragrance subscription platform, is transforming the perfume experience for Irish consumers. Launched in 2022, it offers an exclusive monthly fragrance journey for €16.20, providing an 8ml vial (about 140 sprays) of premium perfume. Boasting over 130 renowned brands like Maison Margiela and Prada, SimpleScents ensures authenticity through direct collaborations with authorised vendors. What sets it apart is its personalised service, subscribers tailor their monthly scents, rotate perfumes with seasons, and can pause or cancel anytime. Newcomer’s benefit from a perfume quiz. Additionally, subscribers receive a stylish aluminium travel case in their first month. SimpleScents now offers gifting options: €55 for 3 months, €100 for 6 months and €195 for 12 months, presenting a luxurious, personalised, and exciting fragrance adventure each month. This Christmas, give the gift of SimpleScents for a lasting olfactory delight. Purchase here. Buy here.

Ayu Cosmetics The Blush & Bronze Beauty Kit – RRP €20 (Worth €43)

This set is your essential for achieving a sun-kissed glow and a natural flush. It includes Ayu Blush and Bronze, known for their velvety textures and a soft matte finish. The Ayu Blush/Contour Brush ensures flawless application, enhancing your cheekbones for a radiant, healthy look. Experience warmth and elegance with this must-have kit. www.ayu.ie and at their store in Mahon Point Shopping Centre, Cork.

NeoStrata Pampering Christmas Stockings – RRP €19.95 (worth over €42)

The lucky recipient of this stocking will be able to create a luxurious at-home self-care experience. Each stocking contains an award-winning Pure Hyaluronic Acid Biocellulose Mask and a Neostrata Stone Facial Roller to help massage in product for better absorption and promote lymphatic drainage. The Anti-aging Stocking contains a deluxe trial size of Triple Firming Neck Cream and the Restore Stocking (pictured above) contains a deluxe trial size of PHA Daily Moisturiser. Neostrata is available from pharmacies nationwide and neostrata.ie

Note Cosmetique Drop Highlighter – RRP €11.99

This highlighter is a liquid face highlighter that has been developed to illuminate the complexion for an immediate radiance! Every drop of this highlighter is bursting with a high concentration of a fine pearl powder to create a light-catching luminosity. Its lightweight, soft, non-greasy texture floats over skin offering a buildable glow to achieve any desired makeup looks from natural, subtly luminous to bold. The creamy-fluid formula applies easily and evenly blurring small imperfections and keeping skin hydrated. Blends seamlessly on skin and into foundation for a customizable and buildable glow. Available from pharmacies nationwide.

L’Occitane Cherry Blossom Festive Bauble – RRP €14.50

This gorgeous decoration filled with 3 delicate cherry blossom beauty products. This festive decoration is the perfect secret Santa gift or stocking filler and makes a gorgeous addition to any tree. The products within capture the poetic beauty of springtime in Provence, where flowering cherry trees colour the Luberon Hills and perfume the air. This delightful gift includes Cherry Blossom Shower Gel, Cherry Blossom Body Lotion and Cherry Blossom Hand Cream. Buy here.

Voduz Daily Essentials Trio – RRP €14.95/£12.99

This essential hair trio tucked into a gorgeously festive gold box is perfect for popping into any beauty lovers’ stocking. Containing soft Wrap Up Towel Scrunchies, trusty Hold Tight Creaseless Clips, and a portable On-The-Go Mini Paddle Brush, ensuring you're ready to style on the go, wherever you are. Buy here and stockists nationwide.

Dr. Hauschka Hand & Nail Duo Gift Set – RRP €17.99 (worth €23.99)

New for Christmas 2023, this Hand & Nail Duo Gift Set includes two hand care heros – they are: Hydrating Hand Cream 30ml – this beautiful hand cream pampers and nourishes the hands. The composition with blackthorn and anthyllis as well as beeswax and wheat germ oil preserves moisture and creates noticeable smoothness for dry, overworked hands.

Neem Nail & Cuticle Pen 3ml: always keep your nails in the best possible condition with the practical, compact and hygienic Neem Nail & Cuticle Pen. Whether at home or out and about, your nails can benefit from a mini manicure treatment whenever you have a few moments to spare. Available to buy here.

Incredible Socks Gift Boxes – RRP €19.90

Incredible Socks gift boxes. Incredible Socks Irish-owned and operated, and everything from packaging, shipping, fulfillment, graphic design and web design is Irish. Incredible Socks are manufactured using premium quality bamboo. Bamboo is one of the most sustainable, comfortable, durable and breathable materials perfect for making soft, cosy and strong pair of socks. Oh, and bamboo is a natural deodorant – bonus. Buy here.

‘You are Wonderful’ Flower Trinket Dish from Lu & Mol, Gorey – RRP €11

This gorgeous little trinket dish would make the sweetest just-because gift for a friend who needs a pick-me-up. Made of ceramic, this cream-coloured flower is accented with natural-toned distressed details around the edges. With a quote in the centre reading 'you are simply wonderful' in a script font, this will make a sweet, everyday reminder for someone you adore. Dimensions width 8.3cm x length 8.3cm x depth 1.1cm Made from ceramic. Buy from Lu & Mol Jewellery and Gifts here.

L.A. Girl Extreme Shine Gel Polish Set – €19.95

Nail your gifting game with LA Girl's Extreme Shine Nails Set. This stocking-filler perfection offers four gel-like polishes in wintry red, iridescent gold, silver and deep purple shades, granting salon-quality glam without the hassle. The custom 440-bristle design ensures a flawless finish with just one coat. Perfect for festive-ready nails that effortlessly match your vibe. www.trndbty.com and stockists nationwide.

Come Sit Awhile by Alice Taylor – RRP Hardback €19.99

New from national treasure and beloved bestselling author Alice Taylor. Life can race along at a fast pace. Time to slow down and enjoy the little things, chat with a good friend or simply do nothing. With her new book, Alice shares special memories, and inspires us to create moments to calm the spirit and take time out to reflect. Buy here.

Luna by Lisa Pout and Go – RRP €20 (Save €12)

The perfect stocking filler gift, this ultimate lip trio includes a lip liner, lipgloss and lipstick in an oh-so-adorable rose-gold charm holder. Last year’s Pout & Go’s gift set proved hugely popular with its unique key chain detail, so this year it has come back bigger and better in Luna’s mainline lip shades. The richly pigmented Honey Moon Lip Pencil will add definition and longevity to the lips, while the dreamy additions of Nude Shine Lipstick and Petal Glow Lip Gloss on top will keep your nude game strong. Buy here or from Dunnes Stores or all good pharmacies nationwide.

Polly and Andy Bamboo Socks at NearlySisters – RRP €5.95

The perfect stocking filler. Polly and Andy's bamboo socks are super soft, hypoallergenic, and seam-free, keeping your feet dry and fresh. Available from NearlySisters here or visit their Irish-made Gifting Emporium located in Cutlery Road, Newbridge.

Max Factor Masterpiece 2 in 1 Lash Wow Mascara  available from Boots, Liffey Valley Shopping Centre – RRP €14.99 / £12.99

Mascara is a gift that’s always appreciated. Not only is it an everyday makeup product, but it’s also one of those products that must be replaced frequently, so you know your gift will be put to good use! Spoil a loved one this Christmas with Max Factors Masterpiece 2 in 1 Lash Wow Mascara. This Mascara contains a unique twistable wand that creates two customizable looks: Maximized Length and Maximized Volume, making it the perfect mascara to gift!  Available from Boots, Liffey Valley Shopping Centre.

Jo Browne Organic Bamboo Pads at NearlySisters – RRP €11.95

Jo Browne offers organic, reusable bamboo makeup remover pads that are 100% natural, providing luxuriously soft, eco-friendly alternative for skincare routines.

Available from NearlySisters here or visit their Irish-made Gifting Emporium located in Cutlery Road, Newbridge.

Real Techniques Chic Dreams Sponge Set – RRP €11.50, value €19.48

Be it for a matte or dewy finish, this 3-piece sponge set has you covered. Featuring the award-winning, best-selling Miracle Complexion Sponge, the matte multitasker Miracle Airblend Sponge and handbag essential Sponge Case for easy top-ups on the go. Available nationwide including Dunnes Stores Beauty and all good pharmacies.

Faith in Nature Body Care Set

This body care set blends grapefruit and organic orange essential oils which are known for their cleansing qualities and energising aromas. The Faith in Nature dermatologically tested moisturising lotion has an ethically traded shea butter base. And both the body wash and lotion contain organic ingredients. Made with 100% natural fragrance and essential oils both products are also silicone, paraben, SLS and SLES free. Available from all good pharmacies nationwide.

Dermalogica Smooth + Brighten Set – RRP €19 / £18

The lucky recipient of this gift will achieve brighter, smoother skin every day with the best-selling powder foliant. The price makes it a perfect stocking stuffer but it works brilliantly too which means it will be the gift that keeps on giving! Available from Dermalogica.ie and all authorized Dermalogica stockists.

Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Nail Polish & Topcoat – RRP €11.99 / £9.99

Discover the perfect stocking filler with Sally Hansen Miracle Gel Polishes. Transform your home into a salon experience with patented technology for a flawless wear lasting up to 14 days – no UV lamp needed! With an extensive range of shades to choose from and both matt and shiny topcoats to finish, Miracle Gel polishes make the perfect gift, ensuring there’s a favourite colour for everyone. It’s the perfect way to personalize your present by choosing a shade that matches a loved one’s style and taste! Available from pharmacies nationwide.

Holos Skincare Super Natural Activity Pre & Probiotic Spritz – RRP €11

Holos Skincare is an Irish skincare haven, crafting products rooted in nature's wisdom. Committed to promoting skin wellness, Holos blends science and plant-based goodness to create holistic skincare solutions. With a passion for clean beauty, their range caters to diverse skin needs, offering a radiant and balanced complexion through the power of natural ingredients.

This Spritz will keep the lucky recipient’s skin beautiful and healthy. pH balanced good bacteria to help maintain skin immunity, it is infused with frankincense, lavender and sweet orange – perfect for this time of year. It also offers protection against environmental irritants and pathogens and helps with inflammation, rosacea and acne. Handmade in Ireland, the brand is vegan and cruelty free too. Buy here.

Eleven Australia Blonde Bon Bon – RRP €11.20

Get ready to glow like never before this holiday season with the release of Elevent Australia’s limited edition Neon Holiday collection. This dinky set includes Keep My Colour Blonde Shampoo 50ml and Keep My Colour Blonde Conditioner 50ml all wrapped up in a ready to gift cracker! Buy here or at Eleven Australia stockists nationwide.

Tangle Teezer Wet Detangler Mini – RRP €14

The Ultimate Detangler – in mini! All the same patented two-tiered technology as the original, but perfect for travel. Suitable for wet or dry hair. Minimise breakage and keep hair smooth and tangle free wherever you are. Buy here.

Andrew Fitzsimons Body Volume Hold Spray – RRP €11.99

We ADORE all things Andrew Fitzsimons and if you haven’t discovered his Hold Spray, you are seriously missing out. The Blowdry Hold Spray by Andrew Fitzsimons enables you to create the perfect disco-ready blowout wherever you are. Lifts the roots to add volume and secure big, brushable tresses that maintain flexibility. Available from pharmacies nationwide.

Hugs & Kisses Almond Milk Hand and Lip Duo from The Body Shop – RRP €12

The Body Shop also stocks Stocking Fillers, perfect as a small, thoughtful gift or as a Secret Santa present. The ‘Hugs and Kisses Almond Milk Hand and Lip Duo’ is perfect for those who are always on the go and appreciate mini-size products to throw into their bags. Made with high-quality Community Fair Trade shea butter from Ghana, this stocking stuffer is full of positive change, supporting local communities and helping to provide financial independence to over 600 women.  The entire Christmas collection is available in The Body Shop Stores and select pharmacies nationwide.

Pádraig Harrington Golf Burgundy Pom Pom Hat from Dunnes Stores – RRP €15

A perfect gift for the golfer in your life.  This fleece-lined padded hat from Pádraig Harrington features a super soft pom pom and wind-resistant upper with a ribbed turn-up cuff to keep them warm in style for active days on the course.  Pádraig Harrington, exclusively for Dunnes Stores. Buy here.

EcoTools Dash of Glow Set – RRP €15

The Dash of Glow Makeup Brush and Sponge Set brings you 5 eco-friendly tools to help you achieve a natural look from start to finish. Featuring four makeup brushes alongside a makeup blending sponge for those perfect minimal makeup days. The brushes are made with soft synthetic bristles, for a natural finish and a renewable bamboo handle alongside a recycled aluminium ferrule while the Fresh Perfecting Blender is made from plant-based materials. As with all EcoTools products, the Dash Of Glow Set is 100% vegan and cruelty-free.  The Dash of Glow Set includes Classic Foundation Brush, Microblending Concealer Brush, Full Shadow Brush, Angled Liner Brush and Fresh Perfecting Sponge. Available in all good pharmacies nationwide.

Three Little Birds "Being with you makes me happy" Mug – RRP €11

The "Being with you makes me happy" ceramic mug features an original illustration from Deborah's book "The Girl And The Dog", with a delicate pattern which wraps around the mug.   Made in studio, dishwasher safe (although they always prefer to handwash!) and beautifully packaged, this would make a lovely gift. Buy here.

Ladies' Pyjama Set from Lidl – RRP €12.99

Gift the joy of a restful night sleep in these 100% cotton pyjamas from Lidl.  Available in sizes extra small up to large, at €12.99 we think they make a great stocking stuffer.  Available instore from 4th December 2023.

CND Scentsations Hand & Body Lotion – RRP €16.95 / £13.95

Embark on a winter wonderland of comfort with CND Scentsations Hand & Body Lotion—a perfect Christmas gift. This velvety blend of vitamins and emollients offers intense hydration, shielding hands from the harsh effects of cold, dry air. Delight in the luxury of winter care with a selection of delightful scents such as Strawberry & Prosecco, Tangerine & Lemongrass, and Mango & Coconut. It's an ideal present to pamper loved ones and keep their hands nourished and fragrant during the festive season. Available to purchase from here and Millies.ie.

Avenue Vanity Case at Aldi – €19.99

Elevate your gifting game with the Avenue Vanity Case, a stylish and capacious makeup storage solution. This versatile case boasts an aluminium frame, velvet interior, two inner trays, six compartments and a large bottom section with four fixed dividers. Available in black/silver, rose gold, or rose gold marble, it's the perfect gift for those who value organization and aesthetics.  Instore now.

Homesense Charity Teddy Bear – RRP €13.99

Since 1997, Homesense and TK Maxx, along with their customers, have raised over €4 million, benefiting 25,000 Irish children with disabilities through Enable Ireland. This vital organization provides therapy and support services to more than 13,000 affected children. Disability can impact any family at any time, and the funds raised contribute to specific projects such as service centers, transport, and specialized equipment. Choosing a gift from Homesense or TK Maxx not only offers a thoughtful present but also supports an ongoing initiative to aid families dealing with disabilities.  One such gift is the Homesense Charity Teddy Bear which retails at €13.99 with €4.25 of proceeds donated to Enable Ireland.  Available to buy instore now.

Patchology Fizz the Season – RRP €20

This holiday season, sparkle from head to toe with Patchology's Fizz the Season kit. The limited-edition kit is the ultimate stocking filler. It includes four of the brand’s most popular face, eye, and foot masks, perfect for pampering skin and looking your best for all the holiday festivities. This full-body pampering set includes 1 x Rosé Toes foot mask, 2 x Served Chilled Rosé Sheet Masks, 1 x pair Serve Chilled Bubbly Under Eye Gels, and 1 x pair Serve Chilled on Ice Eye Gels.  Patchology products are available from Dunnes Stores, Avoca and McCauleys nationwide.

Kerry Hanaphy Lip Plumper – €17

Renowned as one of Ireland's top aesthetic nurses, Kerry Hanaphy, dubbed the 'Lip Queen,' empowers clients to embrace their natural beauty through self-care and professional treatments. With three clinics in Dublin and a reputation for customizable skincare, Kerry Hanaphy Clinic is the preferred choice for well-known faces and celebrities.  Her Lip Plumper has become a must-try.  It’s a gloss with a purpose – infused with antioxidants, Vitamin E and Vitamin C, the Lip Plumper not only adds shine but also creates a fuller-looking pout. Buy here.

Lusso Tan Tan-Be-Gone Shower Bar – RRP €16.50

This stocking filler cleanses, hydrates, and nourishes skin. The Lusso Tan-Be-Gone Shower Bar has been created to leave skin tan-free and velvety smooth in record time and is the ideal gift for those on the go who need a quick fix for tan removal. 

We also love the Lusso Tan Winter Nights Tan Removing Bath Bomb at just €11 RRP – not only will it do the hard work for you, but it is packed full of ingredients that restore, renew, and rejuvenate the skin.  All Lusso Tan products are cruelty-free, vegan friendly and made using organic products. They are formulated and designed to nourish, hydrate, and enhance the skin. Shop the full collection in pharmacies nationwide.

Nivea Happy Dreams Gift Set – RRP €16

Make her day with this fabulous Nivea Happy Dreams gorgeous gift set. It has everything she needs to give her skin a beauty-boost ready for the party season along with a super stylish cosmetic bag. The full gift set contains:

  • Nivea Love Sunshine Shower Gel, a refreshing shower gel that instantly refreshes and cares for skin.
  • Nivea Soft Moisturising Cream, a revitalising moisturising cream for everyday use on face, hands and body.
  • Nivea Pearl & Beauty Anti-Perspirant Deodorant Spray, with precious pearl extracts evens out your skin tone and offers you velvety smooth and beautiful underarms.
  • Nivea Peach Shine Caring Lip Balm, with Hydra IQ gives long lasting moisturisation with a fruity peach aroma and delicate colour leaving lips soft and smooth. Plus, a super stylish cosmetic bag. Available from all good retailers nationwide.

KISS Gel Fantasy Allure Nails (RRP €12.99 / £8.99)

Nothing says party season more than adding a little sparkle to your nails. Get the look with KISS Gel Fantasy Allure range. This new collection is all about high fashion special effects, containing Dazzling 3D Gemstones, Holographic effects, Chromes, Glitters and more, all adding a super glamourous flair to your nails. Choose from two styles: How Dazzling and Transformation. KISS products are available from Mc Cabe’s and pharmacies nationwide.

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Tasha Ghouri has been opening up about having a cochlear implant and how her boyfriend Andrew Le Page supports her each day. 

The couple met on Love Island in 2022, when Tasha became the first deaf contestant to take part in the reality show. 

Tasha, who had her cochlear implant fitted when she was five, has revealed ‘it’s so special’ that her partner understands her deafness and helps her to spread awareness. 

While speaking to OK!, Ghouri admitted, “Finding Andrew was amazing. It’s so special that he’s so involved with me and my deafness”.

“He understands when I need a break and, if I need to have my implant out for the whole morning, he completely gets it. It’s so important to have that”.

Tasha also spoke about the touching tattoo Andrew got on his arm for her, shortly after they left the Love Island villa. 

“He surprised me by getting a tattoo that reads “I love you” in sign language. I melted inside when he showed me. All I’ve ever wanted is to have that support and he went the extra mile”.

The Superpowers with Tasha podcast host then explained how surprised she was that Love Island wanted to have her on the show because she ‘didn’t feel that there was representation’ for those who wear cochlear implants on television. 

“When Love Island asked me to go on the show I was in complete shock. I didn’t think they’d have someone with a cochlear implant”.

“Growing up, I didn’t feel represented on TV except when Rose Ayling-Ellis went on Strictly Come Dancing”.

“That’s when I started to see the walls break down. One big misconception about having a cochlear implant is that it’s an “easy” fix. That’s 100% not true”.

“It doesn’t fix my ears and it doesn’t fix my hearing. It’s like having a robot device that gives me that hearing. There’s a lot of side effects too. It can be so draining having to lip read and in noisy environments I get bad migraines”.

Sharing more of an insight into how her lack of hearing impacts her and the ways Love Island producers supported her on the show, Tasha revealed, “I get a lot of concentration fatigue and I’ll be so tired that I need to take two or three days to recharge. Even in the Love Island villa, I was tired every day and producers would let me have 30-minute naps”.

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We finally have a look at Netflix’s adaptation of One Day!

Back in December 2021, Netflix announced that they would be producing a new adaptation of the bestselling David Nicholls novel.

Filming for the TV miniseries took place last year, and now, we finally have a release date and a first look at the upcoming adaptation!

Earlier today, the streaming giant took to social media to post four stills from One Day, showcasing the series’ two star-crossed characters – Emma Morley and Dexter Mayhew.

“Dex and Em. Em and Dex,” Netflix penned in its caption, referring to the beloved nicknames that the two characters have for one another.

The producers also went on to confirm the romantic drama’s release date, writing: “Coming 8 February 2024.”

Credit: Netflix

One Day was originally published back in 2009 and has been a hit with readers ever since. With the plot spanning the course of 20 years, each chapter takes place on the same day every year. 

The book follows Emma and Dexter as they meet on their university’s graduation day – July 15, 1988. The pair soon begin to fall into a tight friendship as they weave in and out of one another’s lives. However, Emma and Dexter also have to battle their complicated emotions for each other – but will their fates ever align?

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This upcoming version of One Day is not the first time that rhe romantic tale has been taken to the screen. In 2011, Anne Hathaway and Jim Sturgess starred as Emma and Dexter in a film adaptation of the novel.

Netflix’s One Day miniseries will portray the book over the course of 14 episodes. This Is Going To Hurt actress Ambika Mod and The White Lotus star Leo Woodall will be taking on the roles of the two star-crossed lovers.

One Day will be arriving on Netflix on February 8.

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Cheryl has revealed the one thing she will be requesting on behalf of her son for the Girls Aloud tour!

Cheryl, along with her bandmates Nicola Roberts, Kimberley Walsh and Nadine Coyle, announced earlier this month that they will be going back on tour, 10 years after their hiatus.

Titled The Girls Aloud Show, the Sound of the Underground singers will be touring across the UK and Ireland next May, in honour of the band’s 20th anniversary. They will also be paying tribute to their late bandmate and friend, Sarah Harding, who passed away in September 2021 as a result of breast cancer.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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As they prepare to get back on the road, the remaining members of Girls Aloud have since been speaking out about their plans.

In an interview on the Table Manners podcast with Jessie and Lennie Ware, the band were asked what kind of stage outfits they would like for their comeback, to which Cheryl replied: “It definitely won't be a leotard!”

Explaining that she wants to have “appropriate” outfits with lots of “sparkle”, the mum-of-one went on to admit that her son, six-year-old Bear, is the reason why she wants to tone down her outfits.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“For me, I don't want him going to school and being like, 'I saw your mum's ass the other day.” He’s a boy, they’re lads!” she detailed.

Cheryl’s comments come after she previously shared that she had been reflecting on her career with Bear, but that he wasn’t impressed.

“I don’t think Bear is going to let us recycle any [outfits]. He’s not too happy!” Cheryl’s bandmate Kimberley joked on This Morning.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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“He’s not impressed,” Cheryl agreed regarding her six-year-old, with whom she shares with her ex-boyfriend Liam Payne. 

“Recently, somebody played the Tangled Up tour video, and we all watched it. Bear was like, you could see his mind ticking and then he went, ‘Mammy, why all the nakedness?'" she exclaimed.

General sale tickets for The Girls Aloud Show go on sale this Friday at 9am.

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This year’s winner of The Great British Bake Off has finally spoken out after his win!

Last night, GBBO viewers watched as Matty Edgell was crowned the winner of the show’s fourteenth series.

The 28-year-old teacher pipped fellow finalists Josh Smalley and Dan Hunter to win the coveted prize from judges Paul Hollywood and Prue Leith.

Now, after his Bake Off journey has come to a close, Matty has finally spoken out and addressed his incredible achievement.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Taking to Instagram earlier today, the baking star posted a video including several snaps from the GBBO final.

“What an experience and what a journey @britishbakeoff ! This is something that has taught me as much about myself as it has about baking. I can’t thank the bakers, the crew and everyone involved in the process enough for making it so special,” Matty gushed at the beginning of his caption, before going on to praise his fellow finalists.

“Dan, Josh, where to even begin?! 30 out of 30 bakes! You two are insane. Your baking ability is unquestionable and I’ve learnt so much from you both. Thank you for the support and words of wisdom throughout, you’re such special people!” he penned.

Matty later went on to thank his loved ones, including his now-fiancée Lara. At the end of last night’s final, it was announced that the couple are engaged and will be tying the knot next summer.

“Lara, I can’t imagine I was fun to live with at times and I am so grateful for the sacrifices you made for me throughout this! I don’t think I made dinner for 10 weeks,” he joked.

“Without you I wouldn’t have been able to do any of it (literally, Lara, I now thank you for applying for me),” he added sweetly.

 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

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Following his win, many of his fellow GBBO stars have since congratulated Matty on his success.

“Congratulations Mr Champion!! We are super proud of you,” replied Saku Chandrasekara.

“The man the myth the legend, congrats Matty!!! Very deserved,” added Rowan Claughton.

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Fever and Exhibition Hub bring the show stopping Klimt: The Immersive Experience to Dublin this autumn. Following huge success across multiple European cities and the United States, Klimt: The Immersive Experience enables visitors to step into Klimt’s most famous masterpieces in a 360-degree digital art experience like no other. Reinventing the concept of a traditional art museum, this immersive experience brings the life, inspiration and art of the modernist genius, Klimt, to life for everyone.

On entering the experience, visitors can read all about Klimt; his education, his muses, his private and artistic life, and the modernist art era, while taking in deconstructed 3D replicas of some of his most famous paintings including The Kiss and Portrait of Adele Bloch-Bauer I, a Viennese socialite, salon hostess, and patron of the arts from Austria-Hungary. Visitors then take an enthralling walk through a golden chamber before entering into a 20,000 square foot light and sound spectacular featuring two-storey projections of some of the artist’s most loved works.

By using floor-to-ceiling large-scale digital projections in such an expansive space, the exhibition gives visitors the opportunity to step into a wonderland of moving paintings and be amazed by the golden universe of the Austrian modernist, Klimt. The entire experience sets the gold standard for the future of immersive experiences through state-of-the-art video mapping technology. This technology is used by only a handful of companies in the world to create a truly immersive experience that provides its audience with a new, intimate understanding of this modernist genius’ work.

After enjoying this fully immersive experience, guests can then try their hand at recreating some of Klimt’s work – this space is ideal for children and adults alike that want to let out their inner creative genius. Following this, enjoy a one-of-a-kind virtual reality event and take a ten-minute journey through “A Day in the life of the Artist”, walking alongside Klimt during a peaceful and visually rich journey to discover the inspiration behind eight of his iconic works.

Klimt: The Immersive Experience takes approx. 60 to 75 minutes to enjoy and runs until the end of October 2023. A perfect family day out, an ideal rainy day with the kids over the weekend, an educational school tour, something new for community groups and tours, and even the perfect date day, Klimt: The Immersive Experience is suitable for all ages. It is located at Unit 9B, Artane Place 66-67, Kilmore Rd, Dublin, ticket prices start at €9 (children) and €16 (adults) and can be purchased online at www.klimtexpo.com.

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Advertisements for alcohol are set to be restricted on television and radio. 

The Minister for Health Stephen Donnelly will introduce a restriction on the times at which alcohol ads can be broadcast. 

This commencement comes under section 19 of the Public Health (Alcohol) Act 2018.

Under this Act, there can be no adverts for any alcohol product on the television from 3am – 9pm, and on the radio on a weekday from 3pm – 10am. 

The reasons behind bringing in these restrictions is to reduce the exposure of advertisements for alcohol products to children and young people. 

This new watershed will come into operation on January 10, 2025.

Speaking about the restriction of alcohol adverts, Minister Donnelly said, “The watershed periods for television and radio are designed to ensure that alcohol advertisements cannot be broadcast during times when children might be in the audience”.

“The time periods were agreed in consultation with the then Broadcasting Authority of Ireland (now CnaM) during the development of the legislation”.

The Minister continued, “The evidence is consistent that advertising of alcohol products increases the likelihood that young people will start to drink alcohol or, if they are already drinking, to drink more”.

Hildegarde Naughton, The Minister of State with responsibility for Public Health, Wellbeing and the National Drugs Strategy, also spoke on the matter to explain, “Children and young people are being exposed to positive, risk-free images of alcohol and its use”.

“Our objective is to protect children from this kind of marketing, and this broadcast watershed, along with the other advertising provisions in the Act, are designed to reduce that exposure”.

This comes after Stephen Donnelly signed the Public Health (Alcohol) (Labelling) Regulations 2023 and the remaining provisions of Section 12 of the Public Health (Alcohol) Act into law. 

This means that comprehensive health labelling of alcohol products sold in Ireland will be introduced. 

The law, which will be applied on May 22, 2026, says that the labels of alcohol products will state the calorie content and grams of alcohol in the product, as well as warn consumers about the risk of consuming alcohol when pregnant. There will also be a warning of the risk of liver disease and fatal cancers from alcohol consumption. 

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