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PICK-ME-UP GIFTS

Looking to lift a loved one’s mood, thank a friend for their kindness or simply need a little pick-me-up for yourself? We have the perfect gifts to elicit a smile and brighten up their day.

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THE BEST PICK-ME-UP GIFTS

Looking to lift a loved one’s mood, thank a friend for their kindness or simply need a little pick-me-up for yourself? We have the perfect gifts to elicit a smile and brighten up their day.

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Dear Gift Guider,

It’s been quite the year (or two) so I’m looking to treat a friend to something as a hopeful nod to the year ahead. Who knows – if you really pull it out the bag, I might even treat myself to one too. What have you got?

Yours,
Joy Seeker

Dear Joy Seeker,

What a thoughtful idea! There’s no better gift than one that sparks joy – and these are sure to do the trick. Consider this your go-to list for presents to make them (and you) smile, from homeware pieces that delight on the daily to mood-boosting plants that make any house a home. Happiness awaits…

Yours,
The Gift Guider (aka Selfridges Writer Anna Heaton)

THE BEST PICK-ME-UP GIFTS

Looking to lift a loved one’s mood, thank a friend for their kindness or simply need a little pick-me-up for yourself? We have the perfect gifts to elicit a smile and brighten a dull winter’s day.

THE GIFT OF ‘ME TIME’

While a luxurious bath oil or indulgent skincare set are gifts well worthy of giddy excitement, the real treat here is the gift of some much-needed ‘me-time’. If you’re looking to pull out all the stops, Dr Barbara Sturm’s The Super Set is just the thing; a ready-made skincare routine that will hydrate, improve skin elasticity and lift your mood. For the cherry on top, the backdrop of a warm ambient glow and captivating scent courtesy of Loewe’s Luscious Pea and Tomato Leaves candle set will definitely make their day. Heaven.

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SMALL BUT PERFECTLY FORMED GIFTS

The best thing about a home gift is that it can bring joy to the minutiae of everyday life. This Aphrodite candle may look too beautiful to burn, but it’s guaranteed to raise a smile perched on a shelf or mantelpiece. Any mealtime can be made to feel more special with embroidered serviettes from A South London Maker’s Market, a glass of red after a long day feels that much better when served in one of HAY’s pale pink and mustard yellow wine glasses, and cooking when you don't really feel like it can transcend into something joyous with Our Place’s cult Always Pan (in any shade, but particularly sage green). Home is where the heart is, after all…

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THE GIFT OF SIMPLE PLEASURES

There’s nothing better than a simple gift that encourages some togetherness in the process. A game to pass the time together is a good place to start – Jonathan Adler’s Backgammon set will dress up any coffee table and will be great for an evening spent indoors this January. This Polaroid Go Instant camera will capture any upcoming plans, while a box of TEAPIG’s Uplifting tea promises to bring some cheer to your teatime chat. Whatever you choose, these are all sure to make any day better.

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‘NATURE IS HEALING’ GIFTS

Exposure to nature – no matter how big or small – is shown to help reduce stress, boost our mood and contribute to our physical wellbeing, making a plant or bunch of flowers not only a very thoughtful gift, but a blooming lovely one at that. This exclusive-to-Selfridges citrus tree from Moyses Stevens will brighten their day and their diet with delicious edible fruits to enjoy now and beyond. Alternatively, a flower arrangement by Your London Florist (in deliciously saccharine shades and a keepsake ceramic vase), is sure to surprise and delight.

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