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In Depth: 12 Amazing Gift Ideas That Will Definitely Impress This Christmas

In Depth: 12 Amazing Gift Ideas That Will Definitely Impress This Christmas

Think out of the box this holiday season and go for unexpected options that will thrill and delight your loved ones

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

If you're anything like us when it comes to holiday gifting, you would have made a list, and checked it twice by now. But even the pros need a little gift-spiration sometimes—especially when it comes to bestowing those little special gifts to those close to you. No run-of-the-mill boxes of chocolates and—ugh!—socks to bring your party parade down, that's for sure.

This holiday, you can actually have your slice of fashionable Christmas log cake and eat it too. Show your loved ones how much they mean to you with thoughtfully picked presents from The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands—whether it's the perfect pieces from the top fashion trends of the season, or darling outfits for junior, or even a sparkly little trinket that will definitely put the joy of the holidays into any person's heart, we're here to help you rack up those brownie points as the most awesome gifter ever. Scroll through for 12 of the most wonderfully chic ideas that will be sure to thrill everyone on your "nice" list.

FREE SPIRIT

Channel your inner boho chick this festive season with these bright and breezy getups. From Burberry's vintage-inspired floral Bohemian prints to Etro's retro-chic silhouettes, it's time to let your hair down and embrace the season of love in full-blown '70s style.

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

Clockwise from left: Etro fall/winter 2015; Bag, TOM FORD; Dress, Burberry Prorsum; Boot, Maison Margiela

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

WILD THING

Take a walk on the wild side this festive season with predatory prints that never go out of style. Embrace a sultry feline look with a leopard-print frock by CH Carolina Herrera, and throw on Roberto Cavalli's gilded leopard earrings for for an ensemble that is nothing short of purr-fection.

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

Clockwise from left: Dress, CH Caroline Herrera; Bracelet, Hermès; Earrings, Roberto Cavalli; Coach fall/winter 2015; Heel, Banana Republic

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

NAUGHTY OR NICE

Goth and prep may make unlikely bedfellows, but these designers are rewriting all our fashion rules by melding both naughty and nice this festive season. Salvatore Ferragamo's belt drips with feminine edge, while Kenzo's streamlined clutch makes a zip-line to perfection. Channel the Christmas spirit with Sandro's Victorian lace ensemble and finish it off with a block-heeled number from the Michael Kors collection.

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

Clockwise from left: Calvin Klein Collection fall/winter 2015; Clutch, Kenzo; Dress, Sandro; Belt, Salvatore Ferragamo; Heel, MICHAEL Michael Kors

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

BE A GEM

Jewelled hues are perennial fashion insider faves for the holiday season. These covetable jewel-toned picks show how to effortlessly evoke high drama and glamour—complete the look with Christian Louboutin's gleaming duo-tone heels and a darling gem encrusted bag by Miu Miu.

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

Clockwise from top left: Polo, La Martina; Bag, Miu Miu; Diane von Furstenberg fall/winter 2015; Heel, Christian Louboutin; Skirt, Marisfrolg

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

LUXE DANDY

Not that a gentleman needs an excuse to look on-point, but the holiday season calls for an impeccable ensemble. Indulge in plush textures like exotic skins and precious metals for understated elements that will not be lost on the trained sartorial eye.

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

Clockwise from left: TOM FORD; Mink fur Karlito cufflinks, Fendi; Tento wallet with removable cardholder, Berluti; Handmade clutch, Stefano Ricci; Belt, "B" logo belt, Brioni; Calfskin Oxford shoes, Boggi Milano

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

OH, BOY!

Looking dapper is as effortless as A-B-C when you have these on-trend pieces that are made especially for princes-in-the-making.

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

Clockwise from top left: Cotton short, CH Carolina Herrera; Wool blazer & checked cotton shirt, Hackett; Bag Bug sweater, satin pants & leather shoes, Fendi; Leather brogue, Armani Junior; Gabardine trousers, Baby Dior

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

PRINCESS PARTY

Every little girl dreams of being Cinderella at the ball. These evening confections make that easy to achieve. Our top picks are Baby Dior's opera-influenced fall/winter 2015 collection, matched with Repetto Kids' Michael loafers in shimmery-soft lambskin and topped with a tiara and wand, of course.

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

From left: Tulle exclusive dress with handmade flowers, Baby Dior; Tiara with rhinestones, Bonpoint; Lambskin Michael loafer, Repetto

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

COLOUR CHAMELEON

Take your pick from limited-edition bold and colourful makeup, or festive glitter essentials. It's all you need to create endless looks for the office Christmas party and New Year's Eve ball.

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

Clockwise from top left: Le Volume de Chanel mascara in Rouge Noir, Chanel; Le Vernis nail colour in Rouge Noir; Re(marc)able Full Cover Foundation Concentrate, Marc Jacobs Beauty at Sephora; Bling It On Amazonian clay blush palette, Tarte at Sephora; Diorific Mat Lipstick 590 Troublante, Dior

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

FOR HER: FEMININE CHARMS

Encrusted with sparkling diamonds, these womanly timepieces perform double duty as jewellery for the best of both worlds.

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

From left: Rose gold and diamond Royal Oak Offshore Quartz, Audemars Piguet; Red gold, ruby and diamond Women Ladybird Ultraplate, Blancpain; Rose gold and diamond Vanguard Lady, Franck Muller

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

FOR HIM: IT'S A MAN'S WORLD

Statement-making works of horologerie for the gentleman who has a life as multifaceted as his personality.

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

Clockwise from left: Rose gold Tradition Independent Chronograph 7077, Breguet; Yellow gold De Ville Tresor Master Chronometer, Omega; Red gold, Portugieser Hand-Wound Eight Days Edition "75 Anniversary", IWC Schaffhausen

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

ALL THAT GLITTERS

The holiday season provides plenty of reason for piling on the rocks. From a touch of shimmer for subtle daytime shine, to full-on sparkle to light up the gala night, here is a festive edit of jewels to wear now, and forever.

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

From top: Platinum, sapphire and diamond Joséphine Eclat Floral ring, Chaumet; White gold and diamond Sweet Alhambra 6-motifs bracelet, Van Cleef & Arpels; White gold and diamond Juste un Clou bracelet; White gold and diamond Tiffany T wire hoop earrings, Tiffany & Co.

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

CLICK AND COLLECT

Luxury lovers are often the ones without the luxury of time to browse the shops. Which is why The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands has introduced a new digital platform to offer time-strapped shoppers first dibs on covetable exclusives with just a click of a mouse! Reserve limited-edition ideas for up to 48 hours, before heading down to the physical boutiques to complete the purchase.

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

From top: Nubuck and Blanes leather Vendôme Bag with petit gold studs, $2,520, CH Carolina Herrera; suede Adula bag, $690, Sandro; perforated leather PS1 medium bag, $2,960, Proenza Schouler

Marina Bay Sands Christmas 2015

For more fantastic Christmas gift ideas for one and all, click through the gift guide below to discover everything that The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands has to offer this holiday season. From the most stylish buys of the season to the best of beauty and über-spectacular dining venues for that holiday get-together, the guide is full of handpicked recommendations with something for everyone.

The Shoppes at Marina Bay Sands is located at 10 Bayfront Ave, Singapore 018956.

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