Aesop: The Poetry of Place  

A never-not-good Secret Santa gift, I look forward to Aesop’s seasonal gift kits every year. This year’s range focuses on the poetic odyssey behind architecture and how neighbourhoods connect people and places. Aesop Malaysia 

Cinema Speculation by Quentin Tarantino 

Listening to Tarantino talk about his love of cinema is a delight for any movie lover and in this first-ever non-fiction book by the director, there are plenty of amusing and riveting anecdotes on the magic of movie-making as he recounts his early days of moviegoing. Kinokuniya

Kuvings HealthFriend Smart Juicer 

I only came to understand why cold-pressed juices are so expensive after attempting to make one myself. But this smart juicer from Kuvings suggests that it will cut the hassle of juice making and hopefully, save me some money. Kuvings Malaysia

Diptyque Sapin candle 

Some may see candles as a basic gift, but there’s really no such thing as too many candles. Especially when they look this good and smell this great. Kens Apothecary

Luisa Beccaria glasses 

Is there anything more grown-up than welcoming a guest to your home and serving them dinner with classy tableware? This pair by Luisa Beccaria will elevate any at-home gatherings you’re planning this holiday season. Net-a-porter

Saint Laurent  

Whether you’re in a festive mood or not, this Saint Laurent shoulder bag is perfect to liven up any outfit and is surely a gift that could easily be worn all year round. Net-a-porter

Vacheron Constantin The Historiques American 1921 

In a market full of flashy timepieces, I love the simplicity of this Vacheron Constantin watch. The Historiques American 1921 was originally commissioned by American motorists back in the day as a way to safely tell the time while at the wheel, hence the bold numerals. This version comes in a unique tilted dial with an 18-karat white gold case. Net-a-porter