By Aaron Kok - published
There’s something fun and a little insane about shopping for a person who identifies as a maximalist. Nothing is ever too much for the person, so you only need to look for the boldest, brightest, bling-iest thing on display to be on the right path. And here’s the good news: there are plenty of statement-making gift ideas to choose from this year.
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To help you tick off your Christmas shopping list in the most outré, over-the-top fashion, we’ve compiled some of our favourite maximalist pieces for you to consider—from a chubby fur jacket to a pair of sandals guaranteed to brighten up blinged-out parties.
1. Jacket, CELINE BY HEDI SLIMANE
If your recipient is a lover of a statement jacket, consider a faux fur jacket. The cropped shape will flatter a variety of different shapes and figures, and the leopard spots add a feeling of sensuality and glamour perfect for the year-end festivities.
2. Sofa, $35,150, TACCHINI X GUCCI
Maybe you’ve got a friend who’s just bought a new place, and you want to bestow the ultimate gift on your maximalist and house-proud friend. We’ve got you sorted with this Ancora red sofa from Gucci. Crafted by Mario Bellini in 1972, the mid-century modern shape lends any room a warm pop of bright colour.
3. Necklace, $4,000, CHANEL
Why stop at one pearl when you can go for a string of three, each one decked out in pearls that graduate larger in size?
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4. Shoes, $685, TORY BURCH
In the spirit of keeping it weather appropriate, slip into a pair of embellished silver sandals for all of your before-dark Christmas parties.
5. Bag, LOUIS VUITTON
If you’re looking to take the magic of Christmas with you everywhere, maybe this bag could help with that. Think of this glittering piece as a physical manifestation of the “White Christmas” song, and pair it with your winter whites.
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6. Vase, $1,610, VENINI at FARFETCH
Is that an art object? Or a bee hive? In a way, it’s both. This marigold-coloured, hive-resembling glass flower vase feels like a chic addition to anyone’s side table.
7. Boots, $22,050, CHRISTIAN LOUBOUTIN
Embrace this season’s big rodeo energy with these knee-high boots that feature hand-applied embroidery.
8. Lamp, $703, LLADRO at FARFETCH
This adorably bulbous lamp, which is inspired by cacti shapes, is guaranteed to spark conversations at the dinner table.
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9. Reflection de Cartier watch, white gold, chrysoprase, obsidian, emeralds, and diamonds, CARTIER
No time like the Christmas parties to make a splash in a head-turning timepiece. The Reflection de Cartier watch is a beauty to behold, as it pulls double-duty in that it’s both a watch as well as appearing like a statement cuff.
10. Candle, $590, BOTTEGA VENETA
Fill your space with the warm, soothing and ambery notes of Bottega Veneta’s glazed candle. Olfactory notes open on a bright plum nectar before settling into tobacco and a richly earthy cedarwood base.
11. Bag, $13,100, DELVAUX
Looking for the perfect party bag? Look no further, because this sparkly little companion promises to wow the room.