I always wait until Black Friday to buy my Christmas presents — here’s where to get the best deals

I’m just gonna leave this here—in the prime spot—in the hope my boyfriend sees this. An LED mask has been on my Christmas wishlist for years (begging the question, why am I still deprived of one?) and after pouring over the Marie Claire UK guide to LED Masks, Dr Dennis Gross’ model is at the top of my list. The celebs swear by it, too.

A decent pair of headphones is a festive failsafe and this Sonos pair is the slickest I’ve seen. They’re packed with technical features—like Active Noise Cancellation, dynamic head tracking, and 30-hour battery life—while being completely fuss-free (making them perfect for the minimalists in your life). The real clincher is the Dolby Atmos sound which’ll make you feel like you’re in your own music studio.

As someone who has had the same hairstyle pretty much since birth, the best thing about a trip to the salon is the blow-dry at the end. So, when the much-hyped Dyson Airwrap™ came out, like seemingly everyone else, I was intrigued. Can a single product really give me that signature bouncy blow-dry? We put it to the test, and the answer is yes.

Every year, Apple’s iPad tops Christmas wishlists worldwide and this year looks set to be the same. The failsafe investment is currently the second most highly searched Black Friday deal according to Google. Keep scrolling for number one. 

Of course, the number one most number one top trending product searched with Black Friday deals is the PS5.

Gold hoops are a classic and this Missoma pair in collaboration with Lucy Williams is one of the brand’s bestsellers. The entwined design separates them from traditional styles while still being practical enough for daily wear.

Dubbed “ This Decade's It Scent ”, Merit Beauty’s elegant ‘Retrospect’ scent is a surefire win this Christmas (plus, you’ll get bonus points for being ahead of the curve). Infused with notes of rich bergamot, juicy pear, jasmine, rose, rosemary, vanilla, musk, moss (And more!) it’s a gift for not only the wearer but anyone who comes into their orbit.

Few things say ‘Christmas’ like cashmere. A wearable luxury without the hefty price tag, Uniqlo’s timeless V-neck knit is a style I always return to. It’s traced with ribbed trims to temper the loose shape and it has a plunging neckline that’s perfect for framing a pendant necklace. Talking of which…

Monica Vinader’s heart necklace is a modern update on a classic style. The handcrafted pendant is cast from gleaming 18kt gold-plated vermeil sterling silver and hangs on a delicate adjustable chain.

Revlon’s 3-in-1 blow-dry tool has an irresistible price tag right now. I’m ordering one ahead of party season.

Is it a cliche to put whiskey in the ‘Gifts For Him’ section? Of course, but all the men in my life love drinking whiskey over the holidays, I think it makes them feel like Don Draper. As the bottle suggests, Glenmorangie’s Highland Single Malt Scotch has pleasing scents of citrus, juicy peach and notes of syrupy crème brûlée with a palate of vanilla tart, so it’s perfect for drinkers just getting into the spirit.

For the seasoned aficionado, there’s Redbreast’s 12-Year-Old Irish Whisky, which is currently £60 (down from £85).

Traced with white topstitching and signature Kickers branding, this pair is perfect for winter walks, whether thats trampling around the local forest or traversing the city. A stylish classic, they have padded cuffs and cleated soles.

Another winter wardrobe staple, Uniqlo’s cashmere sweater is topped with a chunky rollneck that feels just the right amount of Harry of ‘When Harry Met Sally’.

I’m beginning to sound like a broken record but you really can’t go wrong with a signature puffer from the experts at The North Face. This two-tone version is a modern update on the classic design, but it still packs all the same technical features. At £151, this is the best price I’ve seen so far this year.

Infused with citrus extracts and finely-milled pumice, Aesop’s luxurious hand wash cleanses and exfoliates.

What did I say about cashmere? Forget what they say about socks being a dud gift, this cashmere pair is the perfect kind of small present as it’s unlikely they’ll fork out that much themselves.

LANEIGE’s Lip Sleeping Mask feels like a true indulgence. Perfect for ‘Betwixmas’ pampering, it’ll soothe and protect weather-beaten lips.

Ok, I admit it, I mentioned ‘When Harry Met Sally’ and I fell down a Nora Ephron rabbit hole. I could pore over this gorgeous coffee table book for hours—and they will too. Come for the romantic photos, stay for the actor’s insights into filming.

Slip's pillowcase is crafted from the highest quality slipsilk™—it took the brand over 10 years to develop. A true indulgence that protects your hair and skin while you sleep.

Some will call me a buzz kill, but who wants to wake up hungover on Christmas morning? For all the bubbles without the booze, look no further…

If you’re still not convinced, Moët & Chandon is a classic (I’ll be saving mine for December 25th).

All my favourite scents—Fig Leaves, Eucalyptus, Cinnamon, and Clove—come together in this chic candle. It’s small enough to carry around with you if you’ll be bouncing between relatives for the holidays. 

Spun from lustrous silk, these relaxed pyjamas will have them feeling like an Old Hollywood star on Christmas morning.