Designed in France, made in Brazil … these Cacatoès sandals are made from recycled PVC, have a candy scent and come in amazing designs and shades. We, obviously, are wearing the gold ones all season, from beach to cocktail party to dinner. R840 from stylista-brands.co.za
There’s no debate about what we’re (very gently) popping open this December. We’re celebrating with this L’Ormarins Private Cuvée … a sumptuous, elegant, vibrant blend of Chardonnay and Pinot Noir. Creamy, rich and statuesque, it’s all toasty sourdough, vivid lemon and marmalade, and has a vigorous bead of fine, pristine bubbles … exactly what we want when we’re toasting the festive season, best friends, a new year. You’ll find it for R470 a bottle on shop.rupertwines.com. And we’re about to make someone’s festive season jolly special indeed. Pop over to @getitnationalmagazines on Instagram or Facebook where you’ll find out how to win a case for Christmas.
Carolina Herrera’s CH … elegant and glamorous, R1775 from Woolworths
Pop under the tree, or use on the table for a wonderfully luxurious setting … these Cape Island Christmas Crackers have a choice of a mini scented candle, a mini diffuser, a hand cream or a sanitiser. All festively scented with cinnamon and clove, caramel and vanilla, they’re eco-friendly and luxurious. From R200 from capeisland.co.za
Three-and-a-half metre long gold foil star garland. R120 from mustloveparty.co.za
Donna Hay’s recipes are always spot on … and The Fast Five is the ultimate bible of fast, family-friendly recipes. It’s a brilliant book to take away with you these hols, when you want delicious meals without spending a second longer than necessary in the kitchen. R649 from Exclusive Books
Every year, Woolworths brings out a Christmas coffee mug collection. And every year we buy two. So Christmas morning’s coffee and mince pies is not only festive and fun, but also has memories of past Christmas mornings, and who we shared them with. This years, the mugs are star-sprinkled … the perfect addition to the collection. Star Celebration Mug, R89.95 from woolworths.co.za
