And so begins the yearly gift-giving scramble. Blink and it’s suddenly mid-December, and your nice list remains untouched. Whether you’re tackling the annual struggle to find the best presents for him, luxury gift ideas for the woman who has it all, or designer stocking fillers that would spoil even the most discerning recipient – our Bond Street gift guides are here to help.
For the procrastinators who place all their hopes on tomorrow, these last-minute Christmas gifts bear no evidence to being purchased at the eleventh hour.
The best last-minute Christmas gifts, at a glance:
Best Personalised Gift: Tiffany & Co. 1837 Cuff, £505
Most Thoughtful Gift: Montblanc Medium Notebook, £70
Most Extravagant Gift: Prada Small Leather Tote Bag, £2,450
Best Beauty Gift: Bottega Veneta Beauty Pouch, £680; Chanel Rouge Allure, £42; Dior The Volume and Curl Christmas Gift Set, £40
Best Gift for Cocktail Lovers: The Connaught Red Room Murano Tumblers, £395; Hand-crafted Connaught Bar Gin, £115
Best Luxury Gift Under £100: Diptyque Surprise Christmas Gift Set, £94
Best Luxury Gift Under £50: Ralph’s Coffee Cup and Saucer, £45
Personalise it
The best things may come in small boxes, but when that box is blue and wrapped with an ivory bow, you know you’re onto a winner. This sleek silver cuff can be personalised with initials or uniquely engraved for that personal touch (just make sure to place your order by 12 December).
Show you care
The power of a good journal is universal, and this Montblanc notebook is beautifully crafted from the finest Italian leather. Extra points if you write a small note on the first page expressing your love for the giftee.
Truly treat them
For those on Santa’s extra-nice list, some may even say the VIP list, this designer tote bag from Prada is the ultimate high-glamour gift. Crafted in buttery leather, it even comes with a removable leather mirror case and a vertical archive‑inspired clasp for that signature Prada edge.
For beauty lovers
A showstopper, jack-in-the-box style gift for the beauty obsessed: hide inside this Intrecciato leather pouch a couple of high-end cosmetics – think Chanel’s Rouge Allure lipstick in shade “Pirate” (because no festive season is complete without a red lippy) and Dior’s The Volume and Curl gift set for fluttery lashes.
For the cocktail cart
Cocktail hour has never looked so chic. These hand-blown Italian glass tumblers, presented by Mayfair’s most luxurious hotel, pair perfectly with The Connaught’s house gin.
Give the gift of scent
Who could say no to Diptyque gift set? This set features a 30ml bottle of Orphéon, Diptyque's bestselling scent, alongside a cleansing body gel.
For the coffee addict
We all know someone who cannot function before their first cup of coffee. So, what could be more thoughtful than a two-piece porcelain set from Ralph Lauren’s coffee concept, Ralph’s Coffee?