Gifts

Seasonal Gift Guide

By Lisa Curtiss

Posted on 7 April 2023

Our team has been busy seeking out the very best gifts for all – from state-of-the-art tech to gorgeous floral arrangements, subscriptions, travel must-haves and more..

EcoFlow RIVER 2 Entry-level Portable Power Station Series

EcoFlow RIVER 2 Entry-level Portable Power Station Series is an incredible thoughtful gift providing a loved one with a reliable source of power where and when ever they need – giving peace of mind in the event of any power cuts.

Designed to make grab-and-go power easy through industry-leading recharging speeds and LFP batteries in a compact form. The RIVER 2 series is an affordable 3-product line of best-in-class entry-level portable power stations under 1kWh. Charging to 80% in just 48 minutes and with an ultra-long lifetime, the series provides the most cost-effective power in its category and provides a reliable energy source for on-the-go lifestyles and emergency home backup.

The series features advanced LFP batteries and weighs as little as 3.5kg, making grab-and-go power easier and safer than ever before. https://www.ecoflow.com/uk

Briggs & Riley Sympatico Medium Expandable Spinner in Plum, £649, www.briggs-riley.co.uk

This Medium Hard Shell Spinner from world-leading luggage experts Briggs & Riley is perfect gift for the frequent traveller who appreciates the very best quality luggage. It’s the perfect size for most holiday and business travel needs and is impeccably made, built to last and super stylish. It’s also lightweight and a dream to wheel around. It features and integrated TSA-friendly locking system and CX® technology which gives you 17% more packing space, then allows you to compress the case back to original size. Our Editor in Chief has had it on trial for a month so far and wouldn’t be without it! Do opt for the packing cubes too – and for an extra treat, the matching Plum Essential Tote – it’s on our Santa List!

Fender Play Subscription £19.49/month or £144.99/year

www.fender.com

Fender American Vintage II 1957 Stratocaster £2119

https://www.fender.com/en-GB/electric-guitars/stratocaster/american-vintage-ii-1957-stratocaster/0110232849.html

Nest Petite Festive Fragrance Trio £62 https://modesens.com

The Robosen Interstellar Scout K1 PRO £399.00

Uk.robosen.com

Carl Friedrik Carry On £345

https://www.carlfriedrik.com/int/products/the-carry-on-suitcase?colour=cognac

V-Moda x Rolling Stones CrossFade 2 RS No 9 Headphones £195

https://carnaby.therollingstonesshop.co.uk/products/v-moda-x-rolling-stones-crossfade-2-rs-no-9/7flq0000000/

Laura Ashley Tuileries Duvet Cover And Pillowcase Set from £45 www.next.co.uk/laura-ashley/

Stormtrooper Neon Light A USB-powered decorative force

£18.99

www.iwantoneofthose.com

Focal Bathys ANC Headphones, £699

https://www.focal.com/en/headphones-0/headphones/for-travel/bathys

https://www.johnlewis.com/focal-bathys-wireless-active-noise-cancelling-bluetooth-over-ear-headphones-with-mic-remote-grey/p109561791

Astell & Kern SR25 MKII, £699

https://www.astellnkern.com/product/product_detail.jsp?productNo=85

Astell & Kern SP3000, £3799

https://www.astellnkern.com/product/product_detail.jsp?productNo=138

Cambridge Audio Alva ST – £849

https://www.cambridgeaudio.com/gbr/en/products/hi-fi/alva/alva-st

ODDBALL £89

https://oddballism.com/products/odd-ball?variant=40025204490411

Epiphone Power Player £250

www.epiphone.com

LEAK Stereo 230

After returning to the audio scene following a four-decade hiatus, legendary British hi-fi pioneer LEAK adds a new, more powerful integrated amplifier to its current range.

One of the biggest names of the mid-twentieth century hi-fi scene, LEAK returned in 2020 with its first new products since the 1970s. The arrival of the LEAK Stereo 130 integrated amplifier and LEAK CDT CD transport rapidly became one of the most talked-about hi-fi events of the year, fusing the vintage appeal of classic LEAK design with state-of-the-art audio circuitry. As 2022 ends and another year begins, the Stereo 130 and CDT are joined by a third new LEAK audio component – the Stereo 230 integrated amplifier. Designed as step-up model from the Stereo 130, the new amp features upgraded circuitry, delivers more power, and features an enhanced DAC stage for digital source components, whilst sporting the same vintage aesthetic that has proven so attractive to passionate music lovers more than half a century after it first appeared.

The LEAK Stereo 230 is available from January 2023, with or without the optional walnut wood enclosure at RRPs of £1,249 and £1,099 respectively

www.leak-hifi.co.uk

Wedgwood 2021 Christmas Advent Calendar, £623.00

www.wedgewood.com

Heidi Rose London Eloise and Delilah Dolls, £45

www.heidi-rose.com

Briggs & Riley Sympatico Medium Expandable Spinner in Plum, £649, www.briggs-riley.co.uk

Floward gorgeous floral and plant gifts https://floward.co.uk

For the very best in floral bouquets and a huge range of gifts for all ages and occasions, Floward is the best place to go. https://floward.co.uk

Baby Petite Ecosphere £99.95 https://theurbanbotanist.co.uk

A gorgeous gift for anyone who loves plants. These biospheres are easy to care for, look wonderful whatever the decor and are perfect for even those without green fingers. https://theurbanbotanist.co.uk