Sandrae Lawrence
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Sandrae Lawrence
If you\'re desperate to avoid going down the tired smellies and chocolate route for Mum, check out our inspiring list of presents guaranteed to relax, indulge and perhaps even get her a bit typsy on Christmas day!
We enlisted the help of Sandrae Lawrence, Editor of Where London Magazine and mum of one, to tell us the gifts that would be more than welcome under her Christmas tree...
The Hummingbird Bakery assorted cupcakes
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The Hummingbird bakery assorted cupcakes
Sandrae says: "These are a little piece of decadence that everyone can afford. Naughty but ever-so nice."
Assorted cupcakes, £1.55 each from The Hummingbird Bakery
Kiss and Hug cushions
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Kiss and Hug cushions
Sandrae says: "Striking typography, simple and effective message - these cushions turn a sofa into a conversation piece.”
Kiss and Hug cushions, £49.50 each from Rockett St George
Erdem for Smythson stationary
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Erdem for Smythson notebooks
Sandrae says: "I love London-based designer Erdem\'s work. He has recently teamed up with Smythson to turn his signature abstract watercolour prints into notebooks - so very pretty."
Notebooks from £87, Diaries from £115 by Erdem from Smythson
Lara Bohinc limited-edition Tanqueray No. Ten Collection
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Lara Bohinc limited-edition Tanqueray No. Ten Collection
Sandrae says: "Say what you like about gin being mother\'s ruin, this fabulous gift set includes a bottle of my favourite tipple, together with two beautifully designed martini glasses."
Lara Bohinc limited-edition Tanqueray No. Ten Collection, £99 exclusively from Harvey Nichols
The Body Shop Hemp Hand Protector
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The Body Shop Hemp Hand Protector
Sandrae says: "Every woman needs a good handcream and this one packs a powerful punch, particularly in winter ."
Hemp Hand Protector, £10 from The Body Shop
+J Hoodie
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+J Hoodie
Sandrae says: "Perfect for lounging at home. Great value, brilliant style. I love Jil Sander\'s clothing so when I heard about Uniqlo\'s collaboration it made me very happy!"
+J Hoodie, £19.99 from Uniqlo
Tolu Essential Bathing Oil
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Tolu Essential Bathing Oil
Sandrae says: "My favourite scent of all time. My daughter says it smells of ‘mum’, my partner thinks it’s sexy and I absolutely adore it.”
Tolu Essential Bathing Oil, £48 from Ormonde Jayne
Silver bracelet
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Silver bracelet
Sandrae says: "Low key bling that goes with anything. A wonderful, thoughtful present.”
Silver bracelet, £110 from Links of London
Lime, basil and mandarin scented candle
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Lime, basil and mandarin scented candle
Sandrae says: "If luxury had a smell, it would be this. Just one Jo Malone’s LBM candle is enough to change the personality of any room."
Lime, basil and mandarin scented candle, £38, Jo Malone
Black cashmere polo neck
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Black cashmere polo neck
Sandrae says: "A good quality black cashmere polo will bring a smile to anybody’s face – they’re what British winter’s were made for."
Black cashmere polo neck, £179 from N. Peal
