Harrod’s Estates

Top 50 Gifts for the Ladies

By Josh Dare

 

Treating the special lady in your life should be a joy, not a chore – so to make it that little bit easier, we’ve brought together the top 50 gifts that will show how much you love her.

 

(In no particular order) / Underlined product names supplied as reference only and should be deleted

 

Aquavision from Ripples

Let her catch up with her favourite ‘soaps’

To make the lady in your life’s’ bath time that little bit more enjoyable, how about this waterproof, flat screen television from Ripples. Behind the sleek, matt, chrome finish is the ultimate high-tech, heated screen television. Aquavision is perfect for use in wet areas such as the shower, bathroom or wet room.

Priced from £1,876, call 0870 7501 626 for stockists

 

Celine – silk leopard belted trench coat

Silk Leopard Trench Coat

This classy silk leopard belted trench coat from Celine gives an air of sophistication and elegance to its wearer.

Priced £1,150, available from International Collections on the First Floor at Harrod’s 

 

Storm Eyewear - Bravura

Bravura Sunglasses

These fantastic Bravura sunglasses from Storm add retro style to any outfit, and are available in Black & Cream, Purple & Black and Tortoiseshell colours.

Priced at £55, call 020 8965 5768 for stockists

 

Louis Vuitton – Gold Charm bracelet

Gold Charm bracelet

Charm her senseless with this Gold Charm bracelet from Louis Vuitton, that’s sure to draw attention to its elegant construction and beauty.

Priced £4500, available at Harrod’s.

 

Crème de la Mer - 60ml jar £135

Moisturising Cream

Crème de la Mer is being lauded as a miraculous moisturising cream across the world, with celebrities such as Heather Locklear, Sharon Stone, Courtney Cox and Madonna all using the cream. Even Victoria Beckham says it’s the one beauty product she can’t live without!

Priced at £135 for 60mL, available at Harrod’s

 

Windsor – iron framed 4 poster canopy bed for dogs

Canopy bed for dogs

If she treats her pooch like royalty, then a perfect gift would be this iron framed 4 poster canopy bed for dogs from Windsor, which is exclusive to Harrods in UK.

Priced £499, available exclusively at Harrod’s

 

Innova Coffee Machine – red automatic coffee machine

The perfect coffee

For the perfect morning espresso or cappuccino, look no further than the Innova automatic Coffee Machine - for her stress free start to the day.

Priced £379, available at Harrod’s

 

Jay Strongwater – ‘Flora & Fauna’ mirror

‘Flora & Fauna’ mirror

She’ll love this ‘Flora & Flora’ mirror from Jay Strongwater, with its surround made from enamelled and jewellery pieces from his collection.

Priced £6450, available at Harrod’s

 

Love Kylie - Vanity

Vanity lingerie

Underneath every fine woman, there’s some fine lingerie – and Love Kylie allows ladies to indulge themselves in pure Vanity. Love Kylie’s Vanity has balconette cups in black or pale blue, which are sculptured with contrasting velvet and overlaid with lattice lace.

Under wire bra £65, hipster brief £35, G-String £29, call 020 8961 9083 for stockists

 

Mini Convertible

Mini Convertible

The original Mini was a big hit for car lovers everywhere, so what better gift can there be than the new Mini convertible? Small and zippy, there’s no better car for trips around the countryside with the wind in her hair.

From £13,325 on the road

 

Superior Theatre Break for Two from Red Letter Days

Theatre Break

Treat her to a Red Letter Superior Theatre Break in London, which includes two top-price tickets to the West End show of her choice and accommodation for two in a four-star deluxe such as the Radisson Edwardian Mountbatten.

Priced at £350, to order call 08700 667 667 or visit the Red Letter Days desk at Harrod’s

 

Rouland Mouret – tweed elvanfoot coat, boucle with suede belt

Roland Mouret coat

This coat from Roland Mouret is a perfect gift – it’s a boucle tweed elvanfoot coat, with suede belt. It’s so fabulous, it’s American Vogue Fashion Editor Anna Wintor’s favourite piece in the collection. 

Priced £1,099, available at Harrod’s 

 

Storm – Diaz Watch

Diamond encrusted watch

Everyone needs a watch, and she’s bound to love this limited edition Diaz watch from Storm. Its beautiful silver band is complemented perfectly by real encrusted diamonds surrounding the watch face.

Priced at £249.99, call 08700 278 676 for stockists

 

Lalique deux Coeur perfume

Lalique duex Coeur perfume

Duex Coeur is an exclusive signed and limited edition fragrance from Lalique. ‘deux Coeur’ is French for ‘two hearts’, a symbolism is carried through the ‘two hearts intertwined’ bottle, and the wonderful combination of floral and fruity scents.

Priced at £500, available at Harrod’s

 

Nariva Pouchette

Pouchette

This beautiful, fashionable pouchette from Nariva is perfect for storing loose change, credit cards and make up while out on the town.

Priced at £95, call 07957 315 323

 

Piaggio Liberty

Scooter

From Piaggio – the new Liberty. Available in 50cc and 125cc engine sizes in either sparkling Excalibur Silver or vibrant Imperial Blue, the Liberty is stamped with Italian style. A sleek, retro-style with chrome trims, large mirrors and a seat big enough for two, getting around town will no longer be a chore.

From £1499 for the 50cc model and £1699 for the 125cc model, phone 0800 20 30 10

 

Corum Debutante

Debutante watch

A watch that is sweet yet sophisticated - the Debutante, a watch for women of all ages. Individual bangle bracelets of precious and semi-precious stones with a unique interchangeable diamond bezel and a mother-of-pearl watch in stainless steel.

Priced at £2999, call 01932 574 654 for stockists

 

Billy Bag – Wagon Wheel

Leather bag

The Wagon Wheel from Billy Bag is a chic leather bag, with contrasting trims and buckled straps – and is perfect day or night.

Priced from £115, available at Harrod’s

 

Billy Bag – Beauty Case

Beauty case

Let your lady be the beauty queen she is with this beauty case from Billy Bags. All cases are laminated in a glossy finish and lined with transparent vinyl to avoid those inevitable messy spillages, whilst the bright Hawaiian print guarantees they remain practical yet chic.

Priced at £40, available at Harrod’s

 

Dolce & Gabbana Eyewear – Model DG653S

Diva shades

Dolce & Gabbana do it again with a shining example of fashion innovation. This elegant pair of sunglasses conjures up images of divas of the silver screen era, and would make the perfect gift.

Priced at £199, call 01635 277 299 for stockists

 

Alice Temperly – 50s strapless print dress

50s Print Dress

50s retro is all the rage at the moment, and Alice Temperly has captured this perfectly with her 50s strapless print dress, which she’s bound to cherish.

Priced £799, available at Harrod’s 

 

Palm Island Resort

Heaven On Earth

Voted ‘Best Private Island Resort’ by World Travel Awards, Palm Island is one of the 32 Geraldine islands off St Vincent, and offers the ultimate retreat from today’s hustle and bustle. This exclusive resort boasts views of white sand beaches and the tranquil Caribbean Sea, as well as an alfresco restaurant and organised tours through the Palm Island Nature Reserve. Pure paradise.

For reservations, call 0870 160 9644 or visit www.eliteislandresorts.com

 

Detox and Rebalance from Red Letter Days

Detox and Rebalance

Give her a day of relaxation at triyoga, London’s foremost yoga, Pilates and treatments centre. There’s a choice of energising yoga or Pilates mat classes, then an individual consultation with a therapist and relaxing detox sessions including seated acupressure message.

Priced at £99, to order call 08700 667 667 or visit the Red Letter Days desk at Harrod’s

 

Physiotherm Sauna

Infrared Sauna

Saunas are a fantastic way to relax, clean impurities and shed some weight at the same time – and now Physiotherm have produced an infrared sauna, which is 125% more effective than a traditional sauna. Because it’s flat packed, there’s no renovating the house to fit it in – simply assemble it in a large room.

Prices start from £2040, phone 0845 22 55 008

 

Lalique Saint Valentines Figure

Crystal Valentines Figure

It doesn’t have to be Valentine’s day to give a romantic gift to your loved one, and this stunning crystal Valentines Figure from Lalique would be the perfect token of you love.

Priced at £199, available at Harrod’s

 

Cap Ferrat (South of France)

A getaway in the South of France

Since opening their doors in 1908, the Cap Ferrat in the South of France has been the coveted get away for aristocrats and the international elite. Today, it’s the ultimate discrete resort that’s practically on our doorstep.

For more information or reservations, visit www.grand-hotel-cap-ferrat.com

 

smart roadster BRABUS

smart roadster

For a small yet sporty car, you can’t look past the smart roadster BRABUS. The BRABUS combines sporty performance with an exclusive finish that is sure to draw attention anywhere. Perfect for short trips around the city.

Priced from £16,695 on the road

 

cK Elipse ring

Ring

Calvin Klein has produced a very eye catching piece with their Ellipse ring – a beautiful stainless steel band that is headed by a semi precious moonstone. Also available in pink and black.

Priced at £55, call 02380 646 843 for stockists

 

SAMA Sunglasses

Shaded and jaded

She can’t survive the bright summer days without a good pair of shades, so check out these fantastic SAMA sunglasses. Favoured by celebrities such as Catherine Zeta Jones, Penelope Cruz and Liv Tyler.

Call 0800 328 3156 for stockists

 

Hermes – mini kelly bag

Mini Kelly Bag

This limited availability mini kelly bag, the first item created by Jean Paul Gaultier for Hermes, is sure to become one of your ladies most adored.

Priced £1640+, available at Harrod’s 

 

Van Peterson – Stargazing Astro Rings

Astronomy Rings

These astronomy rings, available in either silver or gold, make the perfect thoughtful gift. Both the star sign and symbol are shown, and two rings could make a fantastic joint gift to symbolise both you and your ladies astrological compatibility.

Priced at £150, call 020 7495 7797

 

Vale do Lobo

Portuguese Paradise

Vale do Lobo is the largest luxury resort in Portugal – located in the heart of the Algrave, it offers luxurious villas, rolling golf courses nestled amongst pine forests and 2km of pristine beaches, as well as fine shopping, excellent restaurants, and a variety of sporting activities. A fantastic summer retreat that she’ll love.

For more information visit www.valedolobo.com or call +351 353 261

 

Shizue Handbag

Japanese Handbag

Shizue, the Japanese handbag guru, draws inspiration from Oriental culture to produce a characteristically unique of handbags that would make an ideal present. Shizue’s collection uses delicate materials and details such as antique frames, vintage silk kimono’s, Geisha flowers and lace.

Prices start from £620

 

MontGras Ninquén Cabernet Sauvignon

Cabernet Sauvignon

Everyone loves a nice bottle of red wine, so why not give this fantastic bottle of MontGras Ninquén Cabernet Sauvignon. There’s a very good reason MontGras has won over 220 international awards for producing accomplished wines, and you’ll be able to tell by the quality.

Priced at £16.99, available from Waitrose and Safeway

 

Kenneth Turner Flowers

Say it with flowers

Flowers can make anyone’s’ day, and Kenneth Turner make some of the most beautiful flower arrangements in London.

Call 020 7725 6665 for Kenneth Turner at Harrod’s

 

Lalique Medusa Vase

Lalique Medusa Vase

This beautiful vase from Lalique, available in small or large, is the perfect way to display for flower arrangements that will lighten up any living space.

Small vase £295, large vase £1199, available at Harrod’s

 

Dolce & Gabbana Eyewear – Limited Edition Vanity Case

Sunglasses Vanity Case

Fancy sunglasses as your perfect gift but can’t choose just one pair? Dolce & Gabbana have a fantastic black vinyl limited edition vanity case (with silver D&G logo) containing four pairs of D&G elegant fifties shaped sunglasses for their biggest admirers – in pink, white, green and orange.

Priced at £400, call 01635 277 299 for stockists, or priced at £159 individually and available at Harrod’s

 

Nokia 7200

Fashion meets phone calls

The first flip phone from Nokia certainly is a fashionable little number. The interchangeable textile covers on the 7200 coordinate with wrist straps and matching pouches, and it also offers an integrated camera, colour screen and FM radio.

Visit www.nokia.com for more information

 

Ted Baker W

Ted Baker W

W is a simple and clean fragrance from Ted Baker, which mixes a floral base with sweet overtones such as vanilla, raspberry and ice-cream, creating a olfactory delight that any woman would love to receive.

Priced at £40

 

Jo Malone Ultimate Travel Bag

Travel in style

This Travel bag from Jo Malone, available in black or cream, is more than just a carry on suitcase – it contains everything you need to travel in comfort, such as Shampoo & Conditioner, Avocado Cleansing Milk, Jojoba Day Moisturiser, and Grapefruit Shower Gel.

Priced at £340, call 020 7720 0202 or visit Jo Malone at Harrod’s

 

Hotel Vendôme (Paris)

A romantic trip to the heart of Paris

Located at Number One on the prestigious Place Vendôme, the Hotel de Vendôme is a discreet and real jewel of a palace hotel. Spend a romantic weekend in Paris surrounded by opulence in this marvellous hotel.

For more information or reservations, visit www.hotel-vendome-paris.federal-hotel.com

 

OXO Tower Restaurant

OXO Tower Restaurant

To sweep her off her feet, take her to the OXO Tower Restaurant for a fantastic dinner for two while watching the sunset over London’s breathtaking skyline.

Oxo Tower Restaurant, Bar & Brasserie, Oxo Tower Wharf, Barge House Street. Phone 020 7803 3888

 

Pedlars Portable Chair Hammock

Hammock

Hammocks are the ultimate in outdoor relaxation, and this comfortable Pedlar’s hammock is brilliant for lounging in the garden with a good book or a crossword – while she watches you mow the lawns!

Priced at £79.50, call 01330 850 400 or visit www.pedlars.co.uk

 

Apollo Finnish Sauna

Steam, sauna and shower in one

Give her a beauty spa in the comfort of your own home with the amazing Apollo Finnish Sauna. Not just a sauna, this combination corner unit features a steam, sauna and shower in one compact package.

Priced at £3495, call 01963 350 150 or visit www.appollofinnishsaunas.co.uk

 

Miss Rochaille from Caron

Miss Rochaille from Caron

This fresh, feminine and glamourous fragrance was made to celebrate the centenary of one of the finest fragrance houses in the world. Worn by Madonna, Beyonce Knowles, and now the special lady in your life.

Priced at £39.50, available at Harrod’s or call 020 7630 9400 for stockists

 

Glitterati Experience from Red Letter Days

Glitterati Experience

Let her live like J-Lo and party like Posh and Becks by hitting London like a hurricane in streamlined stretch limo for a Glitterati Experience from Red Letter Days. While staying at the Ian Schrager hotel, she’ll be given a full fashion consultation before receiving a make over by a make-up artist and hair stylist to prepare for a big night at a fashionable London restaurant and VIP access to an exclusive nightclub - all while being captured by paparazzi photographers.

Priced at £15000, to order call 08700 667 667 or visit the Red Letter Days desk at Harrod’s

 

Les Sevillanes

Chocolate

La Maison du Chocolat presents 'Les Sévillanes' - their special summer collection of ganaches. A perfect balance of fruit flavours covered with a fine layer of chocolate made with cacao beans from the islands of Trinidad and Granada, and a perfect present.

Priced at £33.60 for 240g, available at Harrod’s or call 020 7287 8500 for stockists

 

Hotel Plaza Anthénée Exclusive Slippers and Jewellery Case

Exclusive slippers and jewellery case

These much coveted matching Slippers and Jewellery Case from the giftshop of the world renowned Hotel Plaza Anthénée in Paris are given as gifts to the celebrities who stay at the hotel, and now you can give them to that someone special.

Loewe Slippers priced at 120E and leather jewellery case 120E, call +33 (0) 1 5367 6461

 

Christian Dior Pure Poison

Pure Poison

Christian Dior has captured divine seduction with their new frangrance, Pure Poison - which combines jasmine, orange flower and woody amber for a truly irresistible olfactory delight.

Priced at £27 for 30mL, available at Harrod’s

 

Aurum Gallery Bespoke Jewellery

Bespoke jewellery

If you’re struggling to find the perfect piece of jewellery, why not take the lady in your life to the new Aurum Gallery on Avery Row, Mayfair for bespoke jewellery. Clients are talked through the different elements of jewellery design from diamond quality to the attributes of different metals.  Design is free (although secured by a deposit) and the finished product can be ready within 21 days. 

Aurum Gallery, Avery Row, Mayfair. Phone 020 7499 9222 for more details