Christmas Gift List For Her

Posted on November 28, 2016 by Frostie

Just Fab Cullen Bag

This bag is so gorgeous and well made. Smart, stylish and functional. It is the perfect present.

Pink Parcel

A subscription service that sends the woman in your life sanitary protection, tea, chocolate and beauty products every month. Makes that time of the month so much easier. Read our review of Pink Parcel here.

https://www.pinkparcel.co.uk

Jockey Pyjamas and shorts.

We love Jockey. You probably already know that because we sing their praises a lot. We particularly love the pyjama set (the bottoms are so soft, they look great, have great detail AND have pockets. There is no bigger win). The shorts are gorgeous while also being feminine.

http://www.jockey.com

Casper Sheets.

Good sheets are one of the most important things. The ultimate in luxury, nothing beats good bedding. You spend so much time sleeping it makes sense to splurge. There are few better presents than luxury sheets. These ones from Casper are high-quality and bang on trend. Win-win.

As the night’s get longer and the day’s get colder, Casper invites you to spend more time in bed with their cosy and comfortable sleep products – available at www.casper.com/uk

Engineered to perfection, the universally comfortable mattress, unique pillow-in-a-pillow, and perfect set of sheets ensure you have the best possible nights sleep every night
Head to bed in Covent Garden: Casper introduces Casper House – a brand new pop-up allowing sleep-deprived individuals to swing by for a well deserved power nap and an opportunity to test out products and re-energise (Open 10am-8pm Monday to Saturday and 12pm-6pm on Sundays, from 6th October until end of December, in Covent Garden’s Royal Opera House Arcade)

These pillowcases from Happy + Co also caught our eye.

Christmas Gift List For The Tech Lover

Posted on November 24, 2016 by Frostie

Tile Slim

This great gadget allows you to find your phone, wallet or anything else. It makes a great gift for the forgetful. It will even make your phone ring if you tap it twice, can be slipped into pockets and it adheres to flat surfaces. I am going to try to attach it to the remote.

Tile Slim is available here.

Meem.

This absolutely brilliant device ‘mirrors’ what’s on your iPhone in case you lose it or change it. It also automatically backs up your iPhone every time you charge it. We can’t praise it enough.

MEEM Memory for iPhones available here.

Roku

This great streaming stick just plugs straight into your TV. It then allows you stream from over 1000 channels. Yes, that is right, 1000 channels. From YouTube, 4OD, Netflix and the BBC iPlayer, there is lots to choose from. Will give hours of fun and entertainment. An ideal present for Christmas when TV watching is at its peak.

Roku Streaming Stick is available here.

Moov Now

Fitness is more popular than ever and we could not be happier about it. This personal coach and sports tracker not only talks you through your workout, but is also so stylish and gorgeous. It analyses and coaches your form, counts reps for you (very handy!), talks to you as you work out, and has sport-specific metrics. It will tell you if you are landing too hard and makes workouts more fun and challenging. It also does activity and sleep tracking. The perfect gift for a fitness bunny.

Moov Now Wearable Audio Coach is available here.

Alcosense Excel

We could not be more of a fan of this at home breathalyser. It is superb value and it can save your life and your job. It is hard to know if you are over the limit sometimes, especially the next morning. The Alcosense has been in development for three years and it costs less than £100. A brilliant device to keep in your bag. We can’t recommend it enough.

AlcoSense Elite Breathalyzer & alcohol tester is available here.

Frost Recommends Buyagift.com for Christmas

Posted on November 22, 2016 by Catherine Balavage

Frost are a huge fan of Buyagift.com. We think that nothing really beats a good experience. We highly recommend the Tasting Menu and Bubbles at Michelin Starred Restaurants but they have an amazing selection of other gifts.

Buyagift.com is the UK’s leading provider of gift experiences and activity days, and with thousands of gifts to choose from, you are sure to find the perfect gift. Their gifts are nationwide so no matter where you live, and what you like, there will be a gift for your loved ones and you.

Here are some of our picks:

F4 Single Seater Driving Experience at Brands Hatch – Exclusive to Buyagift, £229

Live life in the fast lane with this adrenaline fuelled F4 driving experience, exclusive to Buyagift. Your session starts with a sensational 15 minute circuit in the powerful BMW M4, before you get behind the wheel of a state of the art F4 single seater for an exhilarating drive around the popular Brands Hatch racetrack. This incredible speed machine, still used in of cial British Racing Drivers’ Club races today, features a full race sequential gearbox and has a thrilling top speed of 165mph. To round off this heart racing experience, jump back into the BMW M4 for a high speed passenger ride. Designed by the car building legend Ralph Firman and with a top speed of 165mph, this F4 racer is sure to get your blood pumping.

Tasty Treats – Smartbox by Buyagift, £59.99

Food-lovers need to look no further as we’ve handpicked a ne selection of over 500 exquisite experiences to choose from, ranging from dining out to wine tasting and brewery tours. Whether you want to indulge in gourmet cuisine cooked to perfection by expert chefs or you are looking to enjoy a selection of delightfully decadent cakes, you’ll nd yourself savouring every mouthful as you sit back and relax at a choice of venues across the UK. At point of purchase you will have the option to select either a gift box or an e-voucher.

Hotel Chocolat’s Bean To Bar Chocolate Making Experience for Two, £130

This is the chocolate experience you’ve ‘bean’ waiting for! Discover the fascinating process of making chocolate straight from the bean, using Hotel Chocolat’s freshly roasted cocoa beans grown on their own Saint Lucia estate. The company’s rustic underground Cocoa Vault will play host to this unique masterclass in which an expert chocolatier will demonstrate the art of tempering, as you sip a glass of prosecco.

Then it’s your turn to get your hands dirty and make your own chocolate creation. Alongside your mouth-watering masterpiece, you’ll take home a tasty goody bag of luxury chocolates.

The View from The Shard with 3 Course Michelin Dining and Bubbles for Two – Was £161.90, Now £111

Only recently built and already an integral part of London’s iconic skyline, The Shard points up to the clouds, reaching an incredible 308m and rendering it Western Europe’s tallest building. Day or night, London’s most famous landmarks are breathtaking, and you won’t want to forget your camera! Although the view might tempt you to stay, you’ll want to come down sooner or later, because a fabulous meal awaits you in Latium.

Three delicious courses each will be accompanied by a chilled glass of chilled bubbles at this Michelin recommended restaurant located in the heart of the city.

Thames Lunch Cruise for Two, £70

Feast your eyes on some of London’s most iconic landmarks at a leisurely pace, whilst enjoying a delicious three-course meal. Setting off from Embankment Pier, your mini voyage down the River Thames will pass The Globe, the Houses of Parliament, The Gherkin and The Shard, to name but a few. You will board the boat where a friendly waiter will show you to your table to enjoy your meal. There will be time once you have nished dining to take a stroll up on the top deck, perhaps with a glass of wine to round off your cruise in style.

And if you’re really not sure what to get, Buyagift.com have the perfect solution with the new Smartboxes, containing hundreds of different types of experiences and locations to choose from in one box…

Gifts are refundable for 60 days and you can also exchange them for free. Which we thought was great.

Buyagift.com

Christmas Gift List For Your Brother

Posted on November 17, 2016 by Frostie

Kingston Technology 8GB Micro SD

Because you can never have enough storage.

Kingston 8GB Micro SD is available here.

Cross Star Wars Pen

A great lifetime gift. We love this Star Wars click pen.

Cross Star Wars Click Pen is available here.

Framed by Ronnie O’Sullivan

A great debut crime novel from the sporting genius.

Framed is available here.

Mio MiVue 618 Dash Cam

Has extreme HD recording, GPS tracking, wide angle viewing and safety camera warning. A great present that will keep your loved one safe.

Mio MiVue 618 Car Dash Cam is available here.

The Luxury Christmas Gift List: The Best Gifts For The One You Love

Posted on November 16, 2016 by Catherine Balavage

Jo Malone London Pomegranate Noir Home Candle

This candle smelt so amazing the moment I opened the envelope it made me happy. Jo Malone is huge among celebrities, and this is one of those times when you really should believe the hype. Gorgeous. 200g £42.00

The Ultimate Christmas Cracker

The Jo Malone magnificent Christmas Cracker is back.
A statement of generosity and wit created in the Harlequin gold, cream and black
and tied with grosgrain.
Impactful and arresting, open it to discover an array of carefully curated Jo Malone London treats.
An extraordinary centre piece. A beautiful under-the-tree present. A lavish gift from Jo Malone London, the experts in gift-giving.
Exclusive to Selfridges.com and Brown Thomas
Available nationwide from December 2016
Ultimate Christmas Cracker
Cologne or Cologne Intense 100ml of your choice
Home Candle 200g of your choice
Body Crème or Cologne Intense Body Crème 175ml of your choice Body & Hand Wash 250ml of your choice
RRP £206-£245 / €261-€314
For stockist information, please visit jomalone.co.uk

Follow on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest and Instagram @JoMaloneLondon #TheatreOfChristmas

Champagne Taittinger

Taittinger Brut Prestige Rosé NV

RRP: £48.25

Stockists: Asda.com, Waitress com, Wine Rack, Majestic, JohnLewis.com, The Soho Wine Company, Amps Fine Wines, Vino Wines, The Oxford Wine Company, Jeroboams, Lea & Sanderman, Fortnum&Mason.com, www.champagnedirect.co.uk

45% Pinot Noir, 30% Chardonnay, 25% Pinot Meunier

A vibrant rosé with a vivid aroma of red summer fruit, enticing wild strawberry and raspberry dominate the stylish and elegant palate.

I love rosé champagne and this is one of the best. Just divine.

Taittinger Prélude Grands Crus NV

RRP: £50.30

Stockists: Majestic, Harrods.com, JohnLewis.com, The Soho Wine Company, Hedonism, Hailsham Cellars, Amps Fine Wines, www.champagnedirect.co.uk

50% Chardonnay, 50% Pinot Noir

Grand Cru Chardonnay and Pinot Noir grapes from great vineyards with 4 years ageing in Taittinger’s cellars make this great Champagne rich, round and elegant.

This champagne is my favourite champagne. I love it beyond words. I want to become rich so I can drink it every single day. Buy this for your loved ones, but, mostly, for yourself.

Maui Jim Koki Beach Sunglasses

A photo posted by Catherine Balavage (@frostmag) on Nov 7, 2016 at 2:49am PST

Maui Jim’s are one of the best sunglasses on the market. These Koki Beach glasses are pure glamour. £175

Maimie Silk Trousers

Maimie Silk Trousers are the most luxurious trousers you can buy. Beloved of celebrities, they feel just as good as they look. The ultimate Christmas present for a loved one. From £240.

Godiva Advent Calendar

The Godiva Advent Calendar: £23

These were devoured sharpish at Frost HQ. Luxurious, delicious chocolate that comes in a gorgeous advent calendar.

Bring a little magic into every day of December with the delectable taste of premium Belgian chocolate.

The Calendar is adorned with scenes from the timeless Christmas Classic ‘The Nutcracker’ and filled with a selection of Godiva masterpieces and this year’s seasonal collection.

From all Godiva stores and at www.godivachocolates.co.uk

Stocking Filler Ideas For Christmas

Posted on November 15, 2016 by Frostie

Let’s be honest, Christmas is just not the same without a stocking. Here are our picks.

Pure Reship Oil from Nelsons

Pure Rosehip Oil is a must have. Made from 100% pure Rosehip Oil, cold pressed to create the highest grade product, the richness of the Rosehip makes it wonderful for dry skin. Rosehip Oil was also reportedly favoured by Kate Middleton during her second pregnancy making her look radiant throughout, so it’s the perfect stocking filler for those who love to take care of their skin.

You can even keep a cool head over the busy festive period with Rescue Plus Lozenge. Whether you’redoing final checks on the turkey or flitting between family members, ensuring their Christmas spirit is still going strong, Rescue PlusLozenge has a soothing orange and elderflower liquid centre and contains pantothenic acid (vitamin B5) which helps support normal mental performance.

Christmas can be a hectic time, so help friends and family take a moment to unwind and enjoy the festivities, by putting Rescue Plus Spearmint Chewing Gum in their stockings. With the act of chewing suggested to help calm and relax the mind, RESCUE Spearmint Chewing Gum, with its liquid flower essences centre, is both a handbag and desk essential.

The winter months can often be harsh on hands and skin, so treat your friends and family to Nelsons Calendula Cream in their stockings this Christmas. Containing natural extract of calendula and known for its skin conditioning properties, it will leave their hands and skin in tip top condition, ensuring they look and feel their best throughout the festive period.

RESCUE, Nelsons arnicare and Nelsons Calendula are all available from Sainsbury’s, independent pharmacies and health food stores, grocery stores nationwide and online at www.amazon.co.uk.

We are fans of all.

Lord & Berry Crayon Lipstick

Lord & Berry 20100 Lipstick Crayon’s are streamlined lipstick pencils, the perfect size to fit in your travel makeup bag. They’re small in size but pack a punch with colour. Perfect stocking gifts.

by Sainsbury’s Small Hot Water Bottle with Socks

We really loves these. So comfy and fluffy. from sainsburys.co.uk

By Sainsbury’s sweet shop
Great retro sweets in great jars and a caddy. A good gift from sainsburys.co.uk

by Sainsbury’s Copper Coated Measuring Cups

Take the guess work out of cooking with these beautiful, yet functional measuring cups. From sainsburys.co.uk

Paw Paw Papaya

A great moisturising balm from Australia. Enriched with Bio Active Manuka Honey 20+, this is a topical balm that soothes, relieves and moisturises dry, sensitive skin. Great for chapped lips. It has no parabens and no sulphates. It can even be used on children and those with eczema, psoriasis and dermatitis.

Jojoba 100% Natural Jojoba + Rosehip Oil

Wonderful stuff that makes a difference to skin. 100% natural. Great for dry skin, strechmarks, scars and hair. Can be used on all skin types.

PMB Moustache Wax

One for the well groomed men. Pall Mall Barbers Sandalwood & Clove Moustache Wax

A must-have product for men with facial hair, the moustache wax is designed with only the finest ingredients in mind. Naturally found in essential oils, our firm hold wax helps keep your moustache fixed in place all day long, as well as helping to moisturise and neaten the facial hair. Developed with their classic signature London barber fragrance of sandalwood and clove, skin is left with a subtle scent lasting all day long. Available from Pall Mall Barbers stores and http://www.pallmallbarbers.co.uk

No Stocking would be complete without some sweet stuff. We recommend…

Mr Stanley’s Salted Almond Brittle

A bit different and very yummy.

Mr Stanley’s White Chocolate Matches With Popping Candy

Unique and delicious. The popping candy is very subtle.

Mr Stanley’s Salted Chocolate Truffle Fudge

These were wolfed down quickly at Frost HQ. The best fudge we have ever tasted.

Mr Stanley’s Gummy Gingerbread Men

Original and they taste great.

All from mrstanleys.co.uk

Carluccio’s Fichi Al Rhum

Chocolate coated fig, rum and walnut bar. Wonderfully boozy. Perfect for Christmas. A winner.

Swizzles Drumsticks

A classic.

Swizzles Drumstick Squashies

Another classic but with a (relatively) new twist. We LOVE these.

Great Christmas Gifts For The Fitness Fanatic

Posted on November 14, 2016 by Catherine Balavage

Go Fit Cross Extreme Ab Wheel

The GoFit Ab Wheel is an excellent way to obtain a more defined toned set of abs. The rolling action of the Ab Wheel trains both the upper and lower abdominal walls. The Ab Wheel has dual wheels and non-slip foam grip handles.

Excellent to obtain more defined toned set of abs
Trains both upper and lower abdominal wall
Dual wheels
Non-slip foam grip handles
Combine with cardio program for washboard abs

I loved this. I do a lot of HIIT and this great workout tool takes your work out to a whole new level.

From bodybuilding.com

ProSource Total Upper Body Conditioning Multi-Grip Pull Up Bar

Finally, The heavy duty Multi-Grip Pull-Up Bar is made with high grade steel for a sturdy design that’s built to last. The multiple grip positions allow you to perform wide, hammer, and close-grip pull-ups and chin-ups, and hanging abdominal exercises. You can also place on the floor to use for push-ups or triceps dips. It slips easily onto any standard doorframe and can hold up to 300 lb. Convenient for at-home workouts, it’s easy to assemble and built to last – a perfect workout accessory to strengthen your entire upper body in the comfort of your own home.

Features

Ideal for pull-ups, sit-ups, push-ups, dips and leg raises
12 cushioned foam grips
Work muscles from a variety of angles
Fits onto standard door frames 24”-36” wide or can be wall-mounted
Portable design that is quick and easy to assemble

A great bar to reach your peak fitness. It brings the gym into your home. A great tool that lets you train like a pro at home. Highly recommended. A great gift.

From bodybuilding.com

Polk Boom Bit Wearable Speaker

Polk BOOM have launched this truly wearable ‘Ready for Anything’ Bluetooth Speaker. Combining music listening and hands-free phone convenience in a ruggedized enclosure that is sweat, dirt, sand and shockproof, BIT is the perfect accessory for anyone who lives an active lifestyle. Measuring only 7 cm x 3 cm, BIT’s robust clip can be secured to any item of clothing, backpack or cycle helmet, whilst its three-hour play time is ample for even the most ardent of commutes, rides or workouts.

The Polk BOOM BIT is available in Black, Sport Blue, Volt Yellow, Lava Red and a two-toned Grey/Mint

Griffin Survivor Adventure 3 cases in 1

A fantastic phone case which fits the iPhone 7 and the iPhone 6 and 6s. Survives an 8ft drop on concrete. Is a thin case with 2 extra backs. A great case that protects your phone while you get fit.

Griffin Survivor Adventure Case for iPhone 7/6S/6 is available here.

Arnicare Bath & Massage Balm

For those who like nothing more than to relax and unwind after a busy day, Nelsons arnicare arnica Bath & Massage Balm, is a dual purpose balm enriched with Evening Primrose and rich Sweet Almond oil to naturally hydrate the skin. Designed for massaging into tired muscles or for use in a relaxing bath following a hectic day, the natural properties of Arnica Montana extract and sweet scents of Lavender and Grapefruit essential oils help calm senses and relax the mind.

Great for a post-workout bath or massage. Helps with muscle aches. Stick it in a stocking as it is great stuff.

From boots.com and hollandandbarrett.com

Arnicare Cooling Gel

With more people than ever now interested in health and fitness, and with such a variety of exercise classes on the market, we all know someone who really works hard when it comes to training. Nelsons arnicare arnica Cooling Gel is ideal for massaging into tired and over-worked legs, to help cool and revive them. Combining the natural benefits of arnica with the refreshing sensation of grapefruit oil and menthol, it could even be the gym bag essential for those fitness resolutions in the New Year.

Really helps when muscles are aching. If you buy this for a fitness-obsessed friend they will be very grateful.

From boots.com and hollandandbarrett.com

Christmas Gift List For The Beauty Junkie

Posted on November 7, 2016 by Frostie

Nicky Clarke Supershine Ionic Steam Conditioning Straighteners

This is a brilliant straightener from Nicky Clarke’s supershine range. It rehydrates and nourishes hair through the ionic steam conditioning technology. It leaves hair softer and shinier.

Nicky Clarke Super Shine Straightener is available here.

label.m Dusty Diamond collection

This new luxury diamond dust range from label.m. It features exclusive micro-diamond complex. A unique blend of hair perfect ingredients and real diamonds. Leaves hair sumptuous, silky and radiant. An exclusive blend of finest rare ingredients: black and white diamond dust particles, champagne, white rose petal oil and pearls. Removes toxins and build-up from your scalp and hair. We love the shampoo, conditioner and body lotion, but we also love the limited edition candle that you get free when you buy two or more products.

www.labelm.com

Scholl Velvet Smooth Party Pedi Collection

This glitzy, christmasy box contains a velvet smooth electronic foot file, gelactiv extreme heels insoles, nail care oil and nail polish. A great present in a beautiful box, perfect to get in the Christmas spirit.

From boots.com

Braun Silk-epil 9

This 4-in1 epilator can be used wet or dry and also has an exfoliation system. It helps to prevent ingrown hairs. Has pulsating active vibrations which actively stimulates your skin for an extra gentle epilation. Has both deep and gentle exfoliation. A perfect present.

Silk Epil 9 Skin Spa Women’s Wet and Dry Cordless Epilator is available here.

Veet Senstitive Precision Beauty Styler

This is a great time-saving device. A sensitive precision beauty styler that comes with seven accessories and a high definition V-Tec brown eyebrow pencil. Can be used on face, underarms or bikini line. It really works.

From boots.com

Monsoon Rose Gold

A beautiful and unique fragrance. It has top notes of lemon and fruit These notes are layered with rose, tuberose, neroli and cyclamen. The base notes are eastern wood, vanilla, mosses, musk and balsamic amber. It has a mature scent, with the rose, fruit and lemon leading. Christian Provenzano created this fragrance for Monsoon and it is a winner.

From boot.com and superdrug.com

Pure Gold Collagen

This is a great gift for any beauty junkie. This is a liquid food supplement that promotes younger looking skin, while improving skin hydration and elasticity. We are fans of collagen supplements at Frost, noticing a difference when we take them.

Available from; Boots.com stores nationwide and online, Harrods, Selfridges, Superdrug, Holland and Barret, www.lookfantastic.com and www.gold-collagen.com.

Rubis Rose Gold Tweezers

Beautiful tweezers with great precision. Stick them in a stocking.

Rubis hair tweezers are available here.

Crush by Rihanna

We love Riri at Frost.

Rihanna’s eighth fragrance. Crush is a sexy and provocative scent. Rihanna designed the bottle herself. Notes of bergamot, mandarin and pink pepper lead to the fruity heart. Pink rose blends with ylang-ylang and red berries. Woody notes of patchouli, musk and cedar are on the base note. A sexy fragrance and a great present.

Rihanna RiRi Crush is available here.

Voya Skincare

This is an organic seaweed beauty brand. We love their Awakening Eye Mask with palmarosa and vanilla, and the Soothing Moisturiser with palmarosa and vanilla.

https://voya.ie

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