• Coffee machines are more affordable than you might think, with Nespresso slashing the prices of some signature models. Espresso fans can pick up an Inissia machine for Dh500, while coffee connoisseurs might fancy the Gran Maestria for Dh3,145. Visit www.buynespresso.com. Courtesy of Buy Nespresso
    Coffee machines are more affordable than you might think, with Nespresso slashing the prices of some signature models. Espresso fans can pick up an Inissia machine for Dh500, while coffee connoisseurs might fancy the Gran Maestria for Dh3,145. Visit www.buynespresso.com. Courtesy of Buy Nespresso
  • label.m has brought out a compact men’s grooming kit containing a deep-cleansing shampoo, peppermint scalp treatment and a texturising matt paste. Available at Toni&Guy salons in Dubai for Dh140. Visit www.toniandguyuae.com. Courtesy of Toni & Guy UAE
    label.m has brought out a compact men’s grooming kit containing a deep-cleansing shampoo, peppermint scalp treatment and a texturising matt paste. Available at Toni&Guy salons in Dubai for Dh140. Visit www.toniandguyuae.com. Courtesy of Toni & Guy UAE
  • It wouldn’t be Christmas without the obligatory seasonal sweater. Go for a stylish designer option this year and take a look at the Ralph Lauren Polo range that is available at www.mrporter.com. We love this Fair Isle wool sweater for Dh1,434. Courtesy of mrporter
    It wouldn’t be Christmas without the obligatory seasonal sweater. Go for a stylish designer option this year and take a look at the Ralph Lauren Polo range that is available at www.mrporter.com. We love this Fair Isle wool sweater for Dh1,434. Courtesy of mrporter
  • Speed demons will be pleased to receive a voucher from Dreamdays. The experiences on offer range from driving a Lamborghini or Formula One car to karting and flybiking. Prices range from Dh120 to Dh5,800, with all of the activities staged on Yas Island and in Dubai. Visit www.dreamdays.ae or call 800 2080 for more information. Sarah Dea / The National
    Speed demons will be pleased to receive a voucher from Dreamdays. The experiences on offer range from driving a Lamborghini or Formula One car to karting and flybiking. Prices range from Dh120 to Dh5,800, with all of the activities staged on Yas Island and in Dubai. Visit www.dreamdays.ae or call 800 2080 for more information. Sarah Dea / The National
  • Gifts for her. M.Micallef has launched Mon Parfum Gold this festive season, with notes of vanilla and musk. The fragrance is available from the perfumer’s boutique in Dubai’s Grosvenor House hotel and BurJuman Centre for Dh1,075. Visit www.mmicallef.com. Courtesy of M.Micallef
    Gifts for her. M.Micallef has launched Mon Parfum Gold this festive season, with notes of vanilla and musk. The fragrance is available from the perfumer’s boutique in Dubai’s Grosvenor House hotel and BurJuman Centre for Dh1,075. Visit www.mmicallef.com. Courtesy of M.Micallef
  • A dress guaranteed to impress is Armani Exchange’s little red number. This piece — and similar styles in plum, black and royal blue — are available at A|X boutiques in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Price on request. Visit www.armaniexchange.com. Courtesy of Armani Exchange.
    A dress guaranteed to impress is Armani Exchange’s little red number. This piece — and similar styles in plum, black and royal blue — are available at A|X boutiques in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Price on request. Visit www.armaniexchange.com. Courtesy of Armani Exchange.
  • Select pampering deals are discounted at the Elixir Spa & Health Club in Dubai’s Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa this month. A Soothing Spa Journey package, which lasts 90 minutes and normally costs Dh950, is now available for Dh650. Buy a gift voucher, which includes an Elixir Dead Sea scrub and a skin-brightening facial, by calling 04 408 4260. Visit grandjumeirah.habtoorhotels.com. Courtesy of Habtoor Hotels
    Select pampering deals are discounted at the Elixir Spa & Health Club in Dubai’s Habtoor Grand Beach Resort & Spa this month. A Soothing Spa Journey package, which lasts 90 minutes and normally costs Dh950, is now available for Dh650. Buy a gift voucher, which includes an Elixir Dead Sea scrub and a skin-brightening facial, by calling 04 408 4260. Visit grandjumeirah.habtoorhotels.com. Courtesy of Habtoor Hotels
  • Jimmy Choo has clutches-a-plenty for the party season. The mirrored-leather Carmen bag is certain to brighten any outfit and costs Dh5,300. Available at major department stores, including Harvey Nichols. Visit www.harveynichols.com. Courtesy of Harvey Nichols
    Jimmy Choo has clutches-a-plenty for the party season. The mirrored-leather Carmen bag is certain to brighten any outfit and costs Dh5,300. Available at major department stores, including Harvey Nichols. Visit www.harveynichols.com. Courtesy of Harvey Nichols
  • Gourmet gifts. The last word in luxury hampers goes to Fortnum & Mason. Either visit the store in downtown Dubai or order online at www.fortnumandmason.com. Delicious offerings include The Burlington hamper, for around Dh1,400, which contains rose-petal jelly, rich Akbar coffee, Chocolossus biscuits and pots of gold almonds. Courtesy of Fortnum & Mason
    Gourmet gifts. The last word in luxury hampers goes to Fortnum & Mason. Either visit the store in downtown Dubai or order online at www.fortnumandmason.com. Delicious offerings include The Burlington hamper, for around Dh1,400, which contains rose-petal jelly, rich Akbar coffee, Chocolossus biscuits and pots of gold almonds. Courtesy of Fortnum & Mason
  • The Gloria Hotel in Dubai is offering two stress-free options for diners on Christmas Day. Either eat in and enjoy a gourmet festive brunch with friends and family at the La Terrasse restaurant for Dh150 per person, or order a turkey to be delivered to your door. Turkey orders must be made 24 hours in advance and cost from Dh750. For more information and reservations, call 04 399 6666 or visit www.gloriahoteldubai.com. Courtesy of The Gloria Hotel
    The Gloria Hotel in Dubai is offering two stress-free options for diners on Christmas Day. Either eat in and enjoy a gourmet festive brunch with friends and family at the La Terrasse restaurant for Dh150 per person, or order a turkey to be delivered to your door. Turkey orders must be made 24 hours in advance and cost from Dh750. For more information and reservations, call 04 399 6666 or visit www.gloriahoteldubai.com. Courtesy of The Gloria Hotel
  • Combining food, tree decorations and funky reusable bags, s*uce boutiques in Dubai have a novel gift idea for Christmas. For Dh300, customers can buy a set of five ornate baubles, tinsel and two edible gingerbread ornaments, all contained in two fashionable Uashmama bags. For stockists, visit www.shopatsauce.com. Courtesy of S*uce
    Combining food, tree decorations and funky reusable bags, s*uce boutiques in Dubai have a novel gift idea for Christmas. For Dh300, customers can buy a set of five ornate baubles, tinsel and two edible gingerbread ornaments, all contained in two fashionable Uashmama bags. For stockists, visit www.shopatsauce.com. Courtesy of S*uce

Last-minute Christmas gift guide – in pictures

Rebecca McLaughlin Duane

December 22, 2014

  • English
  • Arabic

There are only a few days to go until Christmas. If you’re looking to complete — or maybe even start — your festive shopping, here is our last-minute gift guide to suit all budgets and tastes.

Christmas 2025UAEHomeFashion