The Conran Shop has gone all festive and we have to say we are quite excited about it. We know that many people will scoff at the slightest whiff of seasonal excitement but frankly with all the new gifts and stocking fillers it is most definitely justified. So cast aside any scrooge-like tendencies and read on for a little inspiration.
The Conran Shop has taken the hard work out of seasonal pressie selection and introduced a host of Christmas stockings to meet the needs of even the fussiest friend and family member. Cleverly categorised with your Grumpy Grandpa or your Troublesome Teenager in mind, The Conran Shop seasonal stockings are hand-picked and full of the best and biggest range of gifts, you wouldn’t even know half of these gems existed. The clever team behind the online shop have created a fantastic interactive catalogue that showcases the highlights from the Christmas collections and guides you through the stockings one by one, you can click on the products showcased and it takes you to them on the site where you can find all the useful info you need and add to your basket. The catalogue is crammed full of bright and brilliant products, all at a range of prices and all at the touch of a button. For a limited time (ends midnight on the 5th November) all online orders will benefit from FREE delivery so get cracking with your Christmas shopping now, there is not a minute to lose!
Obviously you are all very familiar with The Conran Shop so we don’t need to remind you but should you find that the marvelous edit doesn’t have EVERYTHING you need, you should also remember to check out hundreds of the other goodies online, with loads more gifts and smaller accessories not to mention furniture if you fancy a big splurge. We know that Christmas shopping can be overwhelming and we like to hold your hand through these troublesome times so as well as the catalogue we have also highlighted some of our seasonal favourites below. Happy shopping from The Conran Shop!
Rococo Hamper, £110
C is for CHOCOLATE:
No longer just limited to a basic bar of milk chocolate or a flowery strawberry cream, artisan chocolate is having a BIG moment and comes in so many varieties even Willy Wonka couldn’t keep up. From delightfully quirky Rococo to the seductive and experimental Melt chocolate boutique, The Conran Shop has sweet treats to fill your stocking to breaking point.
Urbanears Plattan Headphones, £50
H is for HEADPHONES
Music lovers rejoice! The Conran Shop has got audio tech in the bag. Fresh and fun Urbanears introduces a collection for anyone looking who wants their headphones to speak volumes. Available in full-sized classic headphone style or the compact, lightweight earplug, the range of colourful techie treats is ideal for music addicts of all ages.
76 years of DC Comics, £135
R is for RETRO
Christmas rouses nostalgic nods to childhood and to classic design that gives a warm and fuzzy feeling inside. We are talking time-honoured toys like Hornby train sets, comic annuals for grown-up kids and traditional tin soldiers fashioned out of delicious biscuits. From confectionery to musical instruments, pretty pin-up cards to games, The Conran Shop is relishing the retro vibe this season.
Chanel - Her Life, £40
I is for ICONS
The Conran Shop likes to celebrate icons of style and we know that lots of you like them too. When it comes to furniture, there are few more renowned than husband and wife team Charles and Ray Eames whilst the tantalisingly elusive Coco Chanel stands astride the fashion pedestal. Whilst you would love to be able to splash out on a decadent chair or a fabulous frock the chances are your Christmas gifts aren’t quite so majestic. For these occasions there are fabulous books that provide essential bedtime reading, what better way to get to grips with your favourite iconic designers than in the comfort of your own home.
Sandwich the Cat, £59
S is for SANDWICHES
Well not strictly the two bits of bread and a slice of cheese kind, but an adorable little knitted kitten fellow with stripes and dangly legs. He is called Sandwich and he is paying The Conran Shop a visit this Christmas along with a variety of baby-friendly pals. Cute and super snugly alpaca booties keep tiny toes warm whilst nurseries get an interiors fix from moon and cloud fairy lights. The little ones can we well kitted out with lots of goodies for all ages, tonnes of stocking fillers and more ample gifts asides, what a lot of fun to be had!
Mariage Freres Teapot, £235
T is for TEA
Tea deserves a big shout in our books as one of the nation’s most celebrated drinks, or perhaps the most celebrated (who is counting!?) We are talking perfect stocking fillers for connoisseurs with a thing for teapots and the pretty little tins. Mariages Freres are tea people with a whopping heritage and passion to match, tasty teas are their speciality but you can also get very pretty glass teapots if they take your fancy.
Malin and Goetz Travel Set, £20
M is for MALIN & GOETZ
The New York Apothecary and Lab this is the place to go for natural skincare made by scientific guys in white coats who really understand skin and fragrance and have only the best of the best in their lotions and potions. If you like a little pampering then don’t stop here, The Conran Shop has scented candles from some seriously talented perfumers and all sorts of grooming products for the ladies and gents. A personal favourite is the whimsical collection packed with Mr Natty personality.
Bang & Olufsen Beolit, £599
Something for the techie fans here as The Conran Shop expands its usual giant offering of audio equipment with a host of brand new designs to have you partying into the wee hours. Portable stereos, cool docking systems, Bluetooth technology, it is all about combining function with flair and it is up for grabs from the Christmas catalogue.
Alicia Adams Alpaca Scarf, £130
S is for SCARVES
Often considered a bit of a let-down gift for your mum when you couldn’t think of anything else, the scarf has a long-standing place in the Christmas gift hall of fame. However, this Christmas is different because this Christmas the scarves are super silky and in pretty prints or made from a herd of super soft alpacas or gentrified by the guys at Peckham Rye. Lovely fabrics, lovely colours and a host of attractive styles, the scarf is a fab gift to give so forget the past and move on!