As Wallpaper's resident beauty editor, I present a gift guide that takes an eclectic approach to inspire your festive shopping. From unique home pieces to beauty essentials, there's something for everyone.

Uncover the Perfect Festive Gifts with Wallpaper* Beauty Editor

A Hollie Bowden ashtray

London-based interior designer Hollie Bowden sources this mid-century silver ashtray in the shape of a lily. Crafted around 1950-1960, each of the six petals can be removed individually, serving as a vessel for cigarette ash. It's not just for nicotine consumption; it makes a decorative item or a handy receptacle for burning incense. I also have my eye on her recent collaboration with artist Cesca Dvorak's Tiger's Eye blanket. (Image credit: Courtesy of Hollie Bowden)Hollie Bowden Silver Petal Ashtray, £500; Hollie Bowden x Cesca Dvorak Tiger's Eye Blanket, £350.shop.holliebowden.com

A Dr Karen Doherty gift card

Dr Karen Doherty, an aesthetic medicine practitioner, takes a 'less is more' approach. Her North London clinic offers a wealth of procedures like NeoGen plasma and polynucleotides. Now, they also offer gift cards for any treatment of your choice. (Image credit: Courtesy of Dr Karen Doherty)More information on Dr Karen Doherty gift cards can be found on the clinic's website.drkarendoherty.com

A La Bonne Brosse hairbrush

Parisian label La Bonne Brosse is a contemporary rival to Mason Pearson. Their design-led hairbrushes come in a spectrum of colors and are built to last. Each brush is tailored to specific hair types and concerns, whether it's loss, dryness, or scalp-stimulation. Taking a diagnostic quiz on their website will guide you to the right brush. (Image credit: Courtesy of La Bonne Brosse)La Bonne Brosse, N.02 The Care & Detangling Hair Brush, £138.labonnebrosse.co.uk

A pair of Loewe loafers

The 'Campo' Loafer by Loewe is a favorite among Wallpaper's style team. Fashion & creative director Jason Hughes has a pair in tan suede, and fashion features editor Jack Moss covets a boat shoe iteration. I'm particularly drawn to the kitten-heeled version available in leather or brushed suede. (Image credit: Courtesy of Loewe)Loewe ‘Campo’ loafer, price between £875-£925.loewe.com

An Eyes Wide Shut poster from Posteritati

Posteritati has been sourcing archival film posters since 1995 and ships worldwide. Selecting from their website was a challenge, but a French language poster for Stanley Kubrick's Eyes Wide Shut seemed fitting. The film set in December captures the festive feeling of turning up alone to a fancy dress party. (Image credit: Courtesy of Postierati)Posteritati, Eyes Wide Shut poster, 5.posteritati.com

A Victoria Beckham eyeliner

I've been wanting to try Victoria Beckham Beauty's 'Satin Kajal Liner' with its shimmer and jewel textures. The 'Olive' and 'Sequin Green' shades coordinate perfectly with champagne. I plan to use them with 'Vast Lash' mascara for a smudgy, smoky eye makeup on New Year's Eve. The brand also just launched an 'Emerald' shade of its 'Lid Lustre'. (Image credit: Courtesy of Victoria Beckham Beauty)Victoria Beckham Beauty ‘Satin Kajal Liner’, £32.victoriabeckhambeauty.com

A Celine cosmetic pouch

This leather cosmetic pouch from Celine, printed with the 'Triomphe' monogram, is the perfect place to keep your eyeliners. It's also the ideal size to fit the rest of your 'on the go' makeup collection like Nars' 'Radiant Creamy Concealer' and Chanel's 'Baume Essentiel'. These two products are essential for me. (Image credit: Courtesy of Celine)Celine small cosmetic pouch in ‘Triomphe’ canvas and leather, £270.celine.com

A gift wrapped by Colford

For all your gift-wrapping needs, Colford has you covered. Founded by Nathan Cole and Imogen Beresford, this sustainable, design-led company was featured in the December 2024 issue of Wallpaper*. They serve businesses and individuals and have worked with brands like Hermès, Stella McCartney, Cartier, and Johnston's of Elgin. (Image credit: Neil Godwin at Future Studios for the December 2024 issue of Wallpaper*)Colford bespoke wrapping services, price on request.colford.co.uk

A charitable donation

A donation to a charitable organization is a meaningful way to give back during the year. The Hair and Beauty Charity has been running for 150 years, providing a safety net for hair and beauty professionals and their families. Unwanted hygiene and self-care products can also be donated to the Hygiene Bank to tackle hygiene poverty. (Image credit: Courtesy of Phylis Mabey)Head to the links below to find out more.hairandbeautycharity.orgthehygienebank.com