Ultimate gift guide
The Citizen|December 18, 2024
PERFECT: FASHION-FORWARD COLLECTION
Thami Kwazi
Ultimate gift guide

Finding the perfect Christmas gifts can be tricky, but 2024 brings a variety of stunning and thoughtful options for everyone on your list. From beauty and fragrance to fashion and hair care, these hand-picked items will bring joy and luxury to your loved ones this festive season.

Trendy sunnies The Biggies style is named to honor late Rapper Notorious B.I.G., whose sunglass style was large glasses. Not sure if they will suit you? A Try-On filter available through Meta and Snapchat social channels lets users wear the Biggies in 3D and share selfies with friends. A fully immersive virtual reality headset experience is available at select Luxottica stores that gives users a new way to interact with the iconic Biggies. The new season expands the Medusa Biggie sunglasses collection with new designs and colours.

The Body Shop advent calendar Start the season of giving with a truly special experience. The Body Shop's one-of-a-kind advent calendar is not just a countdown but a celebration of South Africa's diversity and artistic talent. Designed in collaboration with celebrated local illustrator Russell Abrahams, also known as Yay Abethe, the calendar is vibrant and culturally rich.

Fragrance delights for everyone Nothing completes a festive season quite like a signature scent. This year, spoil your loved ones with fragrances that are as unique as they are:

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