Ahhh the festive season has rolled into town again but fear not Lady M readers: you are truly in the best place to find all manner of gifts for the special people in your life. Or, if you are like me, yourself.
I’m truly THRILLED TO BITS that this years guide is brimming with Melbourne and Australian indie labels and designers. Many of the items contained herein are handmade with lots of love.
Stay out of the department stores, shop local and of course enjoy the Lady Melbourne Christmas Gift Guide 2012!
Wait, you probably want to read everything and then scroll to the bottom…
Enriched with Lychee Extract & Jojoba Oil, indulge your senses and pamper your skin with the Emporium Hand & Body Wash and Lotion Duet in the sweet sparkling scent of Lychee Flower.
MOR EMPORIUM HAND & BODY WASH AND LOTION DUET IN LYCHEE FLOWER $39.95 www.morcosmetics.com
Proof wooden eyewear Australia makes the finest quality hand-made sustainable wood eyewear in the world. Proof offers sunglasses and eyewear that are customizable from the different wood types and lens options.
Featured here are The Bogus from $159, and The Prospector $199. www.iwantproof.com.au
The baby of an Italian shoe dude who loves watches and two eco-smart entrepreneurs with a crush on the environment, WE fashions wooden timepieces from mostly scrap-wood and uses state-of-the-art Miyota movements for the guts, resulting in a unique watch that’s handsome, earth-friendly, and splash-proof.
miss italy finds beautiful accessories in Italy, just for you…
Miss italy is a brand new, Melbourne based importer of Italian made accessories, hand-picked by us. We’re delighted to be the exclusive distributor of the iconic Cruciani lace macrame bracelets in Australia and New Zealand.
Cruciani bracelets in a multitude of colours $19 www.missitaly.com.au
MISS FOX is Melbourne’s award winning day spa located in the heart of Melbourne. Shop for day spa gift cards and luxury products at any time from the convenience of home or work, and enjoy fast delivery anywhere in Australia.
Gift cards from $50 www.missfoxboutique.com
The PLANET LUXE range of household cleaning products are designed to help you do your bit to save the planet and to help reduce your exposure to noxious chemicals in the home.
Every product is made from 99%+ plant-derived ingredients and without synthetic fragrances or dyes. We eliminated sodium laurel sulphate (SLS) a compound found in many cleaning products that is known to irritate the skin. The heavenly scents are provided by pure essential oils.
From $12.50 www.planetluxe.com.au
Mr.Rose creates shirting wonders that work as hard as you do. It’s about confidence in the cut, the beauty of the fabric and the individual edge that sets you apart. You won’t see yourself on every corner – we are not into the mass side of life.
They also do rad collars and dickie bows as you can see here from $39. www.mrrose.com.au
Big or small, we all have goals and want to be happy, Mi Goals goal is to inspire you to dream big, achieve and become who you want to be. By providing you with the framework to reach your goals they believe you can achieve anything…but they’re a little selfish too…we want to be a part of your journey!
Stationery from $9.95 www.migoals.com.au
Footwear basics. Lovingly handmade and designed to withstand the test of time and trends. Hobes deliver trans-seasonal classic wardrobe essentials with comfort, luxury and simplicity for happy tootsies and endless miles.
Hobes from $139 www.hobes.com.au
As Australia’s leading niche fragrance, bath & body and lifestyle brand distributor, SAISON remains at the forefront of the international fragrance and personal care industry. AISON takes pride in its reputation for distributing some of the most coveted luxury fragrance, bath, body & home products the world has to offer.
Featured here is a Nesti Dante soap from Italy, Volupsa Goji & Tarocco 100hr Candle and Saison Art Series matches.
Shop it all at www.saison.com.au
Handmade and Collage paper goods, Flea Market paper ephemera, Ribbon and Bakers Twine that have that sweet touch of nostalgia…all designed and made by Anastasia in Sydney Australia.
Elegant Merry Christmas tag set from $4.90 Percival Road Designs
JC Lane handmade designer jewellery is the creation of Melbourne born designer Janet Chow. Primarily self-taught and guided by her appreciation for vibrant pop colors & natural flair for colour coordination, her jewellery range consists of eye catching pieces which intertwines boldness with wear-ability, slightly rocker & boho vibe to easy chic and inspiring pieces, often boldly peppered with splashes of fresh, modern and striking colour designs.
Foxy Phoebe Neon Rope bracelets featured here $59 www.jclane.com.au
Sorella & me is a luxury organic sleepwear & loungewear collection for women, including an extensive range of beautiful maternity wear. They are Australian designers using the softest fairtrade certified organic cotton.
This is the ‘Lounge Wrap’ in feather grey $84.95 but you can view their complete collection at www.sorellaandme.com.au
Designed in Melbourne – coveted individually. These are the earrings I will be wearing on Christmas day from Melbourned based jewellery label Liberte.
‘Frida’ earrings from Liberte $79 www.liberte.com.au
You’ll be licking your lips every time you apply 1SkinSolution’s natural lip balm – the sweet aroma and soft texture will leave your mouth feeling exquisitely soft and smelling gorgeous. All of their lip balms are made from natural ingredients to give your skin the nutrients it needs to remain fresh and luscious with every application.
From $9.90 1skinsolution.com
leaf mugs is a small business based in Melbourne which is run by me, Laura. leaf mugs creates mugs with fun photos and designs. leaf mugs also makes custom photo and picture mugs to order. The mugs are great for gifts, keepsakes, fundraisers and promotional items.
‘Tea’ mug from $20 Leaf Mugs
concept.
a moisturising shampoo to gently cleanse, repair and hydrate dry, frizzy, colour-treated hair
results.
hair is gently cleansed; strength, moisture and manageability are restored
recommended for.
dry, frizzy, colour-treated hair
EVO gift pack evohair.com
zabé, the label, was launched in 2011, when the love of exquisite Swarovski crystal and gorgeous semi-precious gemstones inspired owner and designer Sharon Hughes to take her creations to the next level.
From $59, www.zabejewellery.com
Featuring over 300 original photographs and archival images from vintage catalogues, Love Vintage by Nicole Jenkins (of Circa Vintage) contains a wealth of information about the history of fashion design, of high value to both the experienced and novice collector.
Love Vintage book, $50 circavintageclothing.com.au
Work this season’s bold colour trend with MIKAT’s exotic handpainted St George python snakeskin clutch bag. Featuring fold over design, matte finish python snakeskin outer, plush faux suede lining, detachable wristlet, internal zip compartment, metal mikat designer label, iphone size pocket and a concealed magnetic closure, this luxe accessory is the perfect mix of classic and contemporary to be enjoyed for seasons to come.
ST GEORGE Python Snakeskin Clutch Bag in multiple colours $149 www.mikataccessories.com.au
truth.be.told began in 2007 based on the belief that there isn’t much that is sweeter than receiving a lovely letter in the post (rather than those pesky bills). Combining a love of illustration, design and all things paper; the designs are unique, whimsical and most of all bring a smile to your face.
Greeting cards from $5 www.truthbetold.com.au
Baking was a skill Air from Occasional Sweets learnt early, and practised often! She still loves baking treats for her friends and family and also make sweets & cakes for local cafes. Now she makes them for you too!
White Christmas Fudge $9 Occasional Sweets
BRITA Fill&Go can be refilled with fresh tap water at any time. It reduces substances that impair smell and taste, thus providing delicious water for only a few cents per litre. It just filters water while you drink!
One glance through the clear (‘Naked’) liner and you see your phone, fave lippy, hand cream, body spray, keys, iPod and ID – you’ve got it all, you can immediately find everything, and nothing gets left behind.
Borne Naken hand bag liners from $20 www.bornenaked.com
…. are you ready for a statement in style? The perfect accessory for your New Years Fashion 2013 , a beautiful and dazzling black ceramic Bow Tie by Studio Leanne.
Ceramic Handmade Black Bow Tie Necklace $60 Studio Leanne
Natio has evolved from an Australian family business that has been manufacturing skin care and cosmetics for national and international brands over four generations during the past 75 years. Natio combines the finest natural ingredients with 100% pure essential oil blends. The result is a plant based and easy-going beauty regime, offering you healthier, more radiant skin.
Wellness ‘Me Time’ gift pack valued at $34.95 www.natio.com.au
The Little Big Company do unique party, hospitality, event, home decor wares and they style parties.
Gold tea pots are $36.95, tea cups $29.95 dollars for the box set.
Creamer and milker $15.95 for both and swizzle sticks to have for you tea 79 cents each! www.tlbc.com.au
So you know that I love you, I tell you guys all the time, ‘Lady loves you!’
But truly a blog is but nothing without someone to read it, and as it is impossible for me to reach out and hug you all, I have decided that this year, someone is going to win everything in this guide.
EVERYTHING.
Yup, from all the brands involved and me, to you.
Alls’ you have to do is leave a comment on this blog post telling me what your going to do with it all, keep it, use it, give it away- I care not what your ideas may be, I simply want to hear them!
Competition closes in one week on Thursday 13th December 2012, 5pm AEST. Australian residents only.