Another classic when it comes to Xmas gifts…books. I found three which are perfect for a fashionista/o. One, Colour Me Good, the Kate Moss colouring book. Colouring is recognized by psychologists as serious mindfullness therapy, so why not full your mind in style? The second is the fashion encyclopedia, Mode van A tot Z, drawn by Dutch fashion illustrator Piet Paris. Three; Parisisan Chic, the well kept fashion secrets of French woman, wrote down by Inès de la Fressange. All available online, mindfullness you know

Saturday before the Xmas weekend, the perfect day to pre-taste your party cocktails and bites! On the Jamie O. website I found these party kickers, frozen wodka bottle, pimped up prosecco and my favourite, the pommegranate tequilla, also great with rose cava or gin ‘n tonic. And for the nibbles a classic salmon on toast or a whole party combo! Let the cravings begin!

If you’re a Dutchie, make some time for the Xmas edition of Swan Market, the coolest lifestyle market with food, vintage, fashion and design. A lovely atmosphere and guaranteed to find some stylish last minute Xmas gifts.

Swan Market Xmas, Sunday December 18, ROTABS Stylecenter,
Zwaanshals 288 or Zaagmolenkade 46, Rotterdam

Too busy playing Wordfeud on the iPhone? Here’s the solution for your old school Scrabble game, make Xmas ornaments! And while busy sawing, make some extra time to transform your old wooden rulers into stars too.

How about an arctic theme for Xmas? Danish By Nord was inspired by Northern climates which resulted in this beautiful collection. I love, love love the arctic portrait cushions. And what about a deer or wolve tea towel for a touch of nature in the kitchen?