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Gifting can be a head-scratcher. I sometimes want to go as far as pulling out my hair when I spend 3 hours in the mall - and still find nothing!
But there are some gifts everyone will like. And if they don't, step away since they are probably sociopathic.
1. Manicures and pedicures
A voucher for a mani is always such a great gift. And lucky for you, we've rounded up the best places in SA to get yours done.
Read: Where to get the best manicure in South Africa
And let's face it, 2016 was HARD! So why not opt for a delightful pedicure at Placecol (they are seriously the best). I've been to various of their salons and every time they are on point. Contrary to popular belief (because there are nail salons popping up all over), the perfect nail job is hard to come by, my friends.
Visit one in your area or get someone a voucher for Xmas.
2. Shoes
Okay, if your giftee doesn't get super excited and hug you repeatedly after you've gifted them this, then I give up!
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We are totally crushing on the PUMA sneaker collab with local illustrator and designer, Daniel Ting Chong. Drawing on traditional indigenous Zulu and Xhosa beliefs Chong has created two new sneaker iterations; a vintage Duplex OG and a modernised version of it, the Duplex Evo. Available for purchase from 10 December at PUMA SELECT stores, Shelflife and Cop Capital.
Love!
3. Fragrance and beauty things
Michael Kors Wonderlust 50ml, R1225, is the perfect fragrance. It is fresh, perfect for day and night and will delight almost everyone. Trust me.
More fragrance ideas?
Go for a bit of Chanel, DKNY, Zadig & Voltaire or L'Occitane...
Makeup ideas?
5 dates, 5 romantic spring scents
10 luxe buys to add to your beauty bag
10 budget beauty products for summer
4. Shop local!
We are loving local e-commerce and are now shopping at Wearels.co.za. It aims to showcase the style, quality, and authenticity of the creative local community - and with designers like Lalesso, Simon & Mary and Matter of Fakt, they do just that.
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OR shop luxe local beauty products at Skin Creamery.
We currently have our eye on the skin tonic.
Shop more local jewellery: New ways to decorate your face this summer
5. For him
Dating a hipster? Get him a grooming kit - Clinique for Men 2 in 1 Skin Hydrator & Beard Conditioner, R465.
Or L’OCCITANE L’Homme Cologne Cédrat, R990.
