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First world problem...what should I ask for for Christmas?!

73 replies

Thatsnotall · 19/10/2021 18:05

(fun thread - no offence intended)

Following last year's 'I didn't get you anything because you said you didn't need anything?' Christmas morning surprise (yes, totally my fault because that literally IS what I said....) DH has asked me - very carefully - to tell him what I would like for Christmas. However, I genuinely do not know what to ask for, but it would be nice to have a little something to open on Christmas morning, and I'm pretty well stocked for socks and perfume TBH and I've quit alcohol this year so wine is also off the table.

Soooo, I need some inspiration.....if you could choose a Christmas gift that fits the topic of this board (e.g. not an Aston Martin/holiday etc.... but something that can be wrapped and put beneath a tree!) what would it be?!?!! I have no budget in mind so all ideas welcome....

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CocaColaTruck1 · 19/10/2021 18:07

Dyson hair wrap!

IvorCutler · 19/10/2021 18:10

Ha. I’ve asked for a large black leather tote. And I’ve bought myself perfume from Santa 😂

Auroreforet · 19/10/2021 18:13

I am asking for a wool or cashmere jumper. I have a lovely cream cable knit but it's cotton and not warm enough.
Currently looking at this.

You might like this at John Lewis:
www.johnlewis.com/celtic-co-statement-donegal-wool-jumper/p5769830?s_share=jlappdroid

Defiantly41 · 19/10/2021 18:16

You might find some more ideas here

What do you want for Christmas? www.mumsnet.com/Talk/Christmas/4337511-What-do-you-want-for-Christmas

MalagaNights · 19/10/2021 18:17

White company dressing gown.

20viona · 19/10/2021 18:18

A neom diffuser. I had one for my birthday Iv used it every day I love it.

bravotango · 19/10/2021 18:20

Second the white company dressing gown - that was what I asked for last year and it's my favourite thing! This year I've asked for a comfy pair of Bluetooth noise cancelling headphones.

Invasionofthegutsnatchers · 19/10/2021 18:22

Heated throw

Weighted blanket

Theatre vouchers

Scented candle

Yellow85 · 19/10/2021 18:26

Good dressing gown
Gel nails full home kit
Olivia Burton watch
Decent make up brush set

PenguinLove1 · 19/10/2021 18:43

UGG Slippers
Molton Brown bath stuff
New Kindle
Jewellery
New purse/bag

SocksAndTheCity · 19/10/2021 19:00

One Hundred Stars dressing gown (or one of those amazing Shibumi ones if budget is £££)

Neom diffuser - I got one last year and still use it almost every day

Diptyque or Rituals candle

Cashmere anything

Silk sleep mask and/or pillowcase

A subscription box from somewhere? You can get just about everything from coffee and chocolate to socks Smile

Pigtailsandall · 19/10/2021 19:04

Some nice toiletries like Aesop - their body scrub is amazing, and so is the handwash. Cashmere bed socks? My husband signed me up with a chocolate subscription for the year and a friend got a cheese club subscription.

SummaLuvin · 19/10/2021 19:09

100% boar bristle hairbrush

Polène bag trying to decide which one

Perfume, Diptyque Eau Duelle, Lancome La Nuit Tresor, or Dior Oud Ispahan

Jumpingintochristmas · 19/10/2021 20:04

Jo Malone orange bitters candle
Mulberry Darley small satchel bag
YSL nude lipstick
One hundred stars gown
Fitflop shearling slippers
Their nibs pyjamas
Jo Malone shower oil and body creme

Any of the above really!

Thatsnotall · 19/10/2021 20:05

@Pigtailsandall

Some nice toiletries like Aesop - their body scrub is amazing, and so is the handwash. Cashmere bed socks? My husband signed me up with a chocolate subscription for the year and a friend got a cheese club subscription.
YOU CAN GET CHOCOLATE SUBSCRIPTIONS??!!!!!

What magic is this??!!!!

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Thatsnotall · 19/10/2021 20:06

Wow, loving these ideas!!!!! Thanks all - keep ‘em coming!!!

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smartiecake · 19/10/2021 20:07

Hot chocolate velvetiser thingy
Posh bubble bath and peace and quiet to enjoy it
A heated throw. I bought one last yeat, and its my favourite thing ever and I use it nearly every day. Its amazing

Thatsnotall · 19/10/2021 20:13

I’ve just lost twenty minutes on the one hundred stars site…. The gowns are gorgeous - very very tempting!! But so much choice?!

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itstrue · 19/10/2021 20:24

A cricut!

Rina66 · 19/10/2021 20:28

I'd like one of those anti ageing rigid facial masks with the lights in - not really researched yet though, can't work out if they're a bit gimmicky.

Virginia silver bracelet from silver.uk.com

Zara khaki leather boots - kids ones!

Hush pyjamas

First world problem...what should I ask for for Christmas?!
First world problem...what should I ask for for Christmas?!
First world problem...what should I ask for for Christmas?!
MissyB1 · 19/10/2021 20:28

New handbag
Expensive candle - I want Neom happiness
Jewellery box - I’ve seen one in Oliver Bonas that’s going on my list.
Posh chocs - I want Rose and Violet creams

VanillaSpiceCandle · 19/10/2021 20:30

I’ve asked for a leather rucksack which I’ve wanted for years. Also would like a new hairdryer and pair of DMs as the patent on mine has cracked. Might get the latter two myself!

FreshFaceTime · 19/10/2021 20:30

Clarins double serum (large bottle)
Clarins body lotion
Giant bar of Toblerone

Thatsnotall · 19/10/2021 20:31

@itstrue

A cricut!
Ah now you’re speaking my language….. I already have the Maker but was thinking of getting the easypress??? Not tried anything with transfer though and not sure if it’ll be a waste of money!
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TertiusLydgate · 19/10/2021 20:31

I never give suggestions as I like to make it as difficult as possible.

But I am always happy to receive expensive candles, skincare, perfume, jewellery, anything from Hsh, underwear that I wouldn't spend that much on. And bags, always bags.