Wedding Dress Ink

Looking for the perfect gift for a new bride? You can’t get more wow than a beautiful creation from Irish illustrator Audrey Vance of Wedding Dress Ink (see right). Send her a few pictures of the bride in her wedding dress and she creates the most beautiful bespoke piece of art, capturing the gown in all its elegance. The piece is €295 or €350 with a frame. Contact Audrey on 086-8036914 or through www.weddingdressink.com.

Kiki and Ola frames

Kiki and Ola are a new bespoke design company and already we know they are going to be a hit. They create the coolest frames featuring the names of your family in Scrabble letters, or the quirkiest family tree that everybody will comment on. Designs start from just €15. Check them out on Facebook. Orders can be placed by emailing kikiandolaframes@gmail.com.

Forget Me Not candles

Ireland’s Showcase is a unique online store featuring handcrafted Irish-made gifts, produced by a selection of accomplished artists and designers. Check out the Forget Me Not candle tin collection by Bog Standard. Their range of nostalgic scents are inspired by happy childhood memories, summer, home baking and cosy wood fires. Best of all, they’re just €12 from www.irelandsshowcase.com.

Trocaire One4all Voucher

We all have a friend that insists they don’t want anything for Christmas. Well, the Trocaire One4all gift card is a lovely way to make a donation in someone’s name. Starting from €15, donations will go towards purchasing life-changing Christmas gifts for families in need, such as chicks, goats, school kits and mother and baby kits. Available in post offices nationwide or on one4all.ie.

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Storm Neona Rose gold

You can’t go wrong with a stunning piece of jewellery, and this Storm Neona Rose gold watch definitely fits the bill. Available from the Kilkenny shop for €180, it is classy with the perfect touch of bling.

KitchenAid food mixer

For the lady that loves to bake, this beautiful artisan food mixer from KitchenAid plucks its design from traditional mixers while its features are modern and powerful. Available in 10 speeds and with a classy stainless steel bowl, it’s the perfect blend of functional and funky. Available from Harvey Norman for €575.

Fallon Tweed jacket

Christmas in the countryside is all about the great outdoors, spending time with friends and family and, of course, enjoying the warmth of an open fire. A stylish addition to your country wardrobe is this Fallon Tweed jacket, priced at €240 from Jack Murphy. Best of all, it will never go out of style.

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Kiwi Country

Clothing

Kiwi Country Clothing has the most beautiful selection of possum and merino wool garments that are just perfect for our Irish weather. We especially love their range of scarves. Priced at €55, they’re available in the most vibrant set of colours. Order from www.kiwicountryclothing.ie.

Newbridge Silver

Newbridge Silver have such a gorgeous range this Christmas that we couldn’t just pick one item, we had to pick two. This Mementos Double Heart Pendant Square is perfect for a daughter or a niece. Priced at just €22, it can be inscribed for that personal touch. These Grace Kelly pearl earrings are also fab at €35.

Shelly Toggi jacket

Shelly (€123) is a stylish ladies’ country coat from www.farm-wardrobe.com that is sure to guarantee a smile at Christmas. With a snugly faux fur collar, this mid-thigh-length jacket is practical but still feminine. The pretty floral lining makes it a must-have for any country lady.

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Just Like Home hampers

Looking for a thoughtful gift for friends and family abroad? Just Like Home hampers include an array of much-loved Irish products such as Barry’s Tea, Tayto crisps, Cadbury chocolate, Knorr, Hula Hoops and Ballymaloe Relish. The hampers can be delivered worldwide. Prices start from €19.99 on www.justlikehome.ie.

Aldi cosmetics bag

It really is the thought that counts and this year Aldi has a range of gifts that are not just adorable, but affordable too. This cosmetic bag set is €7.99. Fill with a range of Aldi cosmetics and you’ll be making a big impact without the big price tag.

Boots from Heatons

There is nothing like a snug pair of boots to welcome the winter. Kit that lady in your life out in style with the range in Heatons, starting at just €18.