Flick through Playtimes’ comprehensive gift guide to find just the thing for that special person in your family…
GIFTS FOR KIDS
Christmas baby clothes bouquet
Celebrate baby’s first Christmas with a white and red baby clothing bouquet, made with white baby clothing and red berries. The hand-tied baby clothes bouquet contains 100% cotton items of baby clothing and features all the little luxuries a baby could want.
$599 and free delivery within Hong Kong!
www.dottybee.com.hk
Personalised Christmas in a cup
Christmas parties are even more fun with Christmas in a Cup from Stuck on You. Kids will love the festive designs and colourful straws.
$199
www.stuckonyou.hk
Unit Bricks and Mini Unit Bricks
Unit Bricks are one of the best toys you can give your child. They promote early maths skills through textured and visual delineation of fractions, while developing fine motor skills and cognitive growth. Unit Bricks are 100% earth friendly and sustainably grown. Unit Bricks come in standard and mini sizes.
Mini sets start at $340 up to $2300 for the larger standard sets. Available from Kapok, Okooko and www.unitbricks.com
Personalised Christmas knit stocking
Start your very own Christmas tradition with a gorgeous personalised Christmas knit stocking from Stuck on You. Made from high quality cotton knit and measuring 33cm from the top to the heel, there is plenty of room for all those special Christmas goodies.
$399
www.stuckonyou.hk
Orochen Forest Family
Inspired after a stay with one of the smallest remaining ethnic minority groups in Northern China, this wooden toy is designed to teach children about the animals of the forest, and to encourage them to play imaginatively in the setting of nature.
$490
http://play.hayleyho.com
Personalised Christmas Story Book
Personalised Christmas Story Books from Stuck on You make a wonderful gift for boys and girls. Simply choose which adventure you would like your child to feature in and surprise your little one with their very own Christmas story. Eack book has 28 pages and comes with a matching activity book for holiday fun.
$279
www.stuckonyou.hk
Noella Duffel Bag
The Duffel Bags are made of waterproof cotton canvas and are great for swimming, hobbies, sleepovers, and carry-on bags on flights.
$280 (without personalisation but add $40 for a name).
www.facebook.com/NoellaDesigns/ or daniela@noellaconcepts.com
My Hong Kong Vehicles Book
This bi-lingual Hong Kong picture book is about all kinds of Hong Kong vehicles.
$200, of which $20 goes to Operation Breakthrough. www.breakthrough.hk, bookshops and
www.runemragged.hk
Sweetie Bracelet with two chunky charms
This sweetie bracelet is beautifully thick and chunky, and it comes with four split rings for charms (more can be added). On two super strong elastic bands, it is perfect for everyday wear.
$2,700 with single charm or $3,200 with double charms – and your engraving and delivery is free!
www.smallprint.com
Bubble pendants
These pure silver pendants feature fingerprints, hand or foot prints, handwriting, drawings, stamped wording or bespoke designs on any shape you like. A gorgeous sterling silver snake or ball chain is included and more options are available for chunky chains.
$1,900 including chain, or 2 bubbles on one chain for only $2,800.
www.smallprint.com
The Lion Rock Press Hanging Decorations
A set of four hand-painted hanging decorations celebrating some of Hong Kong’s iconic modes of transport.
The HK Heart is $85 each. A set of four transport decorations is $350.
www.thelionrockpress.com
Kiconico Peek-a-Boo
Designed for 0-36-month-olds, let Kiconico play Peek-a-boo with your child, capturing babies’ attention and stimulating their curiosity. It encourages affection and psychomotor development.
$500
Its Imagical
Magneto Face Up!
This game for 3-6 year-olds encourages your kids to practise exercising their short term memory, with 13 characters and numerous combinations. If your kids find it too hard, they may start to create some funny faces!
$200
Its Imagical
14×1 ECO-ROBOT
This solar-powered robot you build yourself can be transformed into 14 different models. It’s aimed at children older than six years.
$400
Its Imagical
Factory Natural Pot
Creating your own pots is a fun activity for all kinds of children. These are aimed at children who are 6+ years old.
$400
Its Imagical
Skip Hop Explore & More Rolling Owl Push Toy
Designed for tots learning to walk, the push toy will keep your little one on the move.
$269
Bumps to Babes, Toys”R”Us and leading retailers
Skip Hop Explore & More Musical Instrument Set
Just the right size for little hands, the instrument set features a bee hand drum, fox tambourine and bee clacker for ultimate self-expression.
$225
Bumps to Babes, Toys”R”Us and leading retailers
Bonpoint Girl’s Suitcase Set
This is a wonderful suitcase with a gorgeous sparkly wand and accessories.
(price currently unavailable)
Bonpoint boutique locations and www.bonpoint.com
Bonpoint mini city set
These delightful wooden box sets feature trains, the metro and Parisian landmarks.
(price currently unavailable)
Bonpoint boutique locations and www.bonpoint.com
Charity Christmas wrapping paper & matching gift tag
This festive paper will wrap in style!
$28, with 100% of the profit going to Mother’s Choice
www.thelionrockpress.com
The Lion Rock Press Ah Ming & Friends Hong Kong puzzle
This colourful puzzle consists of 3 puzzles of 12, 16 and 28 pieces, to keep it fun for a variety of ages and abilities.
$120
www.thelionrockpress.com
Bonpoint Advent Calendar
This gorgeous fabric advent calendar will delight young children with its 24 surprises.
(price currently unavailable)
Bonpoint boutique locations and www.bonpoint.com
LeapPad Epic Tablet
“Explore-Play-Imagine-Create”. Discover the tablet experience that grows with your kids’ imagination, offering endless possibility for exploration, learning and play.
$1,599
Toys”R”Us TST Ocean Terminal and Central stores
Kiddie Backpacks
These spacious bags will stand the test of time!
$380
www.inspired-collection.com
Santa Claus is an Architect book
“Santa Claus is an Architect” is the tale of a six-year-old girl who is desperately worried that Santa Claus will not be able to find a way into her apartment because she does not have a chimney.
$80
Bookazine, Baby J, Mirth, or www.santaarchitect.com
Ballerina Jumper
This is a beautiful wool-mix jumper with button opening at the collar.
$550
www.julietandtheband.com or at the boutique: at The Pulse, 28 Beach Road, Repulse Bay
GIFTS FOR MUM
Jungle Lily Canvas Tote with Leather Trim
This Louella Odié canvas tote is a classic style that is roomy enough for all of your essentials (and more).
$800
info@louellaodie.com, visit stockists around HK or louellaodie.com
Bonpoint Creme Visage (Face Cream)
This smooth and light cream provides intense and long-lasting hydration, soothing away irritations and protecting skin from external aggressions.
$690
Bonpoint boutique locations and www.bonpoint.com
Fleur De Lys Bracelet
The Fleur De Lys bracelet is set with round brilliant diamonds, bezel set with filigree detailing. Available in 18K white, rose and yellow gold.
www.ryderdiamonds.com
$26,000-34,000
Classic Gourmet Christmas hamper
Treat someone to a chef-cooked meal ready to heat and eat, delivered in a reusable wicker basket and cooler bag!
$2,400 including delivery (feeds 8 pax)
www.invisiblekitchen.com
Unity Bracelet in Gold Vermeil with White Topaz
The overlapping circles of this bracelet represent the ultimate in connection through friendship.
$750
www.catpreston.com.hk
Family Flexi Pack
A gift of fitness for the family! This gift voucher is valid for all products and services at Flex (including kids and teens classes). Purchases must be made before 31 December 2015.
$2,500 for $2,800 worth of services.
info@flexhk.com, www.flexhk.com
Unity Double Ring in Silver and Gold Vermeil with White Topaz
A solid band of silver with a circle of gold vermeil, set with tiny twinkling white topaz. The outer ring is not fixed so the movement gives this contemporary piece a tactile quality.
$700
www.catpreston.com.hk
Vintage Copper Embossed Glass Pin necklace
This piece was originally a vintage pin made in West Germany in the 1950s, but the designer refitted it as a necklace.
$1,200
Antique J, the Something Old events (taking place 27 November – 20 December), www.somethingold.hk
Olivia Burton Wonderland Black Dial and Rose Gold watch
This woman’s watch is pure sophistication and makes a great gift for the woman with style.
$890
This is available at the Something Old events 27 November to 20 December, www.somethingold.hk
Rumi Yoga Wear Maternity Leggings – Nectar & matching headband
Bringing happiness to all walks of life, these styles feature a contoured belly panel to expand with wear and a crossover back to offer maximum support to the lower back area.
$680 (leggings)/100 (headbands)
www.rumiyogawear.com
1950-Turquoise shoes – Fairy tale collection
A pony hair pointed flat with delicate proportions and grosgrain black trim for a touch of sophistication.
$1,450
Spanish Shoes at
www.lasgolondrinas.com.es
GIFTS FOR DAD
Four Fox Saké
Four Fox is a premium saké. Its vision: to transform perceptions of saké as a traditional drink to be enjoyed in Japanese restaurants and bars, to a truly versatile beverage that is at home in Hong Kong’s contemporary bar and club scene. The ways to drink Four Fox are limitless – from enjoying on the rocks over a light lunch to sipping a refreshing ‘foxtail’ with friends (cocktail recipes also available!)
$550
www.LiquerandLiquor.com
Nespresso PIXIE Espresso & Lungo Kit
This fabulous cup set features a pair of PIXIE Espresso cups and PIXIE Lungo cups, which make great accessories for those looking for something premium and unique. Decorated with an engraved Nespresso pattern, these uncoated, double-walled cups in stainless steel are sure to please fans of modern design.
$540
Nespresso boutiques or www.nespresso.com
Pyjama/lounge sets
Matching loungesets in handy gift bags are perfect as thoughtful Christmas gifts for the gents in your life. Separates are also available.
Faxfleet Loungeset $630
www.jackwills.hk
The Up & Away Multiple Passport Holder
Beautiful passport holders that come in two sizes and a range of bright colours and linings that you can mix and match – perfect for the man who travels a lot or to help you carry multiple passports, making travelling with your family a little bit smoother and a lot more stylish!
$650 for the original three-string and $750 for the Hi-5 five-string.
www.getupandaway.com
Chunky Jumper
Get the man in your life a stylish, cosy sweater – the perfect gift for the colder weather.
Meadus Oversized Jumper in Red/Black $1,100
www.jackwills.hk
A Food Lover’s Guide and Sweet Indulgence recipe books
A Food Lover’s Guide takes readers on a cultural culinary journey. The recipes are a collection of dishes based on the ethnic or cultural heritage of the students taking the Food Lover’s Guide to Culture, Elements course. Sweet Indulgence, is a book of cakes, biscuits, pies and tarts produced following a semester of study into baking and food styling.
$40
Both books are available from Island School PTA book shop, Borrett Road
Pure Silver Personalised Cufflinks
These cufflinks are unique, stylish and funky. They can feature a loved one’s fingerprints, hand or foot prints, drawings or personal handwriting – anything you like!
$1,900 for the regular thickness (1.5mm) or $2,200 for chunky thickness (2mm).
www.smallprint.com
Sweater and scarf
A comfortable slim-fitting sweater is a must-have item for any guy’s winter wardrobe. Choose from solid winter hues like maroon and forest green, or go for festive patterns and stripes to make a statement. Add the finishing touches to your winter look with winter scarves from Jack Wills.
Marlow Jumper in Navy block $880 Scotney woven scarf $560.
www.jackwills.hk
American vintage
Classic basics are cut to perfection. Grey tennessee jacket $2,400.
www.americanvintage-store.com
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