It’s the season to be jolly and kind through the art of giving. So if you stuck on ideas for gifts, let us suggest some cool and swanky options for all budgets.
FOR HIM
- Traditional Barbershop and Shaving Service at Gentlemen’s Tonic | Starting from RM190 per package
Gentlemen’s Tonic started in London in 2004 and has made it all around the world thanks to men’s enjoyment of pampering the way women love their highlights and gel nail polish. It brings back the traditional barbershop feel, down to the shop’s sleek interior as well as the attentive and professional service. Gentlemen can experience their curated menu of services like shaving, beard design, hair colouring and even facial treatment using their very own bespoke Babassu and Bergamot natural range products.
www.gentlemenstonic.com
2. Professional Diver Watch by I.N.O.X. | RM2499
The watch that adapts to any environment and resilient enough for the toughest of men comes in the form of the latest diver watch by I.N.O.X. Its exterior reflects the utilitarian style with it bevelled edges of the rotating bezel framing the blue luminescent hands for readability un the ocean’s depths. Durability is thanks to the shockproof and anti-magnetic features. Plus, the rubber strap with the gadroons make it easier to wear over a diving suit or any other clothing.
www.swissarmy.com
3. Makmal Traveller Turntable | RM850
If dad appreciates listening to Sinatra through a turntable or your brother record-collecting significant other need a portable turntable, Makmal has the perfect gift for music lovers out there. This portable turntable plays in 3 speeds (33/45/78 RPM) and has built-in stereo speakers for portable listening. The fun part is that it has a headphone jack for solo listening and a can run on the juice from a power bank. Get it at Garage Station located at klia2.
www.facebook.com/Garagestation
4. Sudio Regent Wireless Headphones | RM649
Why not utilize the portability of the turntable by getting your loved ones a sleek pair of earphones with added wireless compatibilities? The foldable Regent headphones offers impeccable balance of instrumental tones and noise clarity with 24-hour Bluetooth playtime. Use the promo code GOASIAPLUS to get 15% off your purchase!
Budget-Friendly – Whisky Wedge by Corkcicle | Approx RM77
For the friend or loved one that is particular about his whiskey or bourbon. You know the one that takes it neat and appreciates the greater age of this caramel liquid. This Whiskey Wedge chills the spirit without watering it down speedily like ice. Just place the silicone mould in the glass, fill it water and freeze for 4 hours to be used to chill your liquor. Besides scotch and whiskey, it works for other spirits like vodka and tequila.
www.corkcicle.com
FOR HER
- Tumi Nina Commuter Brief | RM3020
The working woman appreciates a laptop that does not look like one. But instead looks like an everyday tote that she carries around during casual days. The Tumi Nina Commuter Brief from the Sinclair Collection is a briefcase that caters to the modern working woman with enough space to fit a 15” laptop and even has a jewelry pocket because there is nothing wrong with more storage. The exterior features textured coated canvas and some leather trimmings for added style.
www.tumi.my
2. Marble Macbook Laptop Skin by Happy Plug | Approx RM110
Popular among Instagrammers, marble laptop skins give that touch of luxury and style to your MacBook and Happy Plug has some cool colour variety with white, black and our favourite, jade green. Available for MacBook Air 13′.
www.happyplugs.com
3. Swarovski Holiday Collection Bangles | Starting from RM380 per bangle
Mix and match your jewelry with the versatile and not to mention sparkling bangles from the Swarovski Holiday Collection. The bangles are handpicked by the brand ambassador, supermodel Karlie Kloss as gift options for best friends and mothers. The new crystal cut and shimmering gold pieces were inspired by a faraway crystal galaxy to dazzle this festive season.
www.swarovski.com
4. Spa Package at Iridium Spa, St Regis | Treatments start at RM388
Nothing beats a pamper day at a swanky spa to relax those muscles and release some tension. Keen to get your loved ones an exclusive spa deal? Well the folks at Iridium Spa have some signature packages like the Immune Booster and Jet-Lag Reviver to massage the stress away. Plus, this festive season, purchase any of the Endermologie treatment and receive a Christmas gift in the form of a free treatment worth RM138.
www.stregiskualalumpur.com/spa-iridium
Budget-Friendly- Tarte Pretty Paintbox Collector’s Makeup Case | RM240
Instagram’s version of relationship goals includes buying makeup for your significant. Though we believe it’s more than that, there is something cool about gifting makeup sets especially if that person is a makeup lover. This makeup case by Tarte is a girl’s best friend, all in one box that includes a 24-piece eyeshadow palette in every shade of neutral. The holy grail of cheek palettes contains a blush, bronzer, highlighter and contour powder combo for cut-throat features and blinding cheekbones.
www.tartecosmetics.com
