I love Christmas, it's not just about the gifts and the food although some would beg to differ. It's all the little things that make it such a special time of the year, like traditions and spending time with the ones you love, or the thought behind a great gift regardless of the price tag. So here's a list of my top 10 gifts for Christmas.


1. ELIE SAAB LE PARFUM

Every girl loves to smell nice, my lust have fragrance is from Lebanese fashion designer Elie Saab, created by perfumer Frances Kurkdjian.The campaign features the famous model Anja Rubik. I first smelt this divine fragrance in Myer and found myself captivated by the romance of it's floral woody composition, it has notes of orange blossom, the heart being Jasmine, Grandiflorum and Sambac with a base consisting of cedar, patchouli and rose honey accord, you are bound to win her over with this. Elie Saab Le Parfum EDP 90ml retails at $195.00 which can be purchased at http://gifts.myer.com.au


2. HOUSE OF HARLOW 1960

House of Harlow 1960

Nicole Ritchie is a native Californian she first launched House of Harlow 1960 in 2009 and has received raved reviews and a celebrity following. My pick is the silver plated antler motif  featuring a lengthy chain.  You can purchase this piece for aud $116.47 at http://shopbop.com  they have free worldwide delivery in 3 days or less.

3.FORD FOCUS MOONLIGHT CINEMA

Who doesn't like going to the cinema, Ford Focus Moonlight Cinema is an open air cinema screening new release, classic and cult films on the renowned lawns of Centennial Park. It only happens once a year and it's a great way to see a movie with a loved one or group of friends during the festive season. General admission will cost $16.00 from www.experiencethis.com.au.


4. AMAZON KINDLE

The new Amazon kindle is 30% lighter, 18% smaller so it can fit into your pocket, reads like paper with a massive selection of books, over 800,000 titles it is saving our forests, my girlfriend who has been reading books forever says it's great for travelling as it has built in Wi-Fi your able to get books in 60 seconds, purchase this at www.amazon.com, prices vary depending on your taste.


5. AGAPE ORGANIC RESTAURANT

Now all my friends know that I love food, and I love Agape, not because it's my local, but it's the only 5 star organic restaurant opened on Christmas Day offering a Love Feast Christmas Day Lunch - $88 per person and bookings are essential. Check out there Love Feast menu at http://www.agaperestaurant.com why not give mum a break on Christmas Day and treat her to lunch at Agape who knows I might see you there.


6. JAPANESE BATHHOUSE BLUE MOUNTAINS

Set in an exquisite Japanese garden, this unique bathhouse is indeed a heaven on earth. I thought this was the perfect gift for the New Year, make a day of it and take a girlfriend or partner and head up to the picturesque Blue Mountains, if you have been before drop me a line and tell me what your experience was like. Single Entry Fee will cost you $55.00 includes use of Herbal Steam Bath, Hot & Cold Spring Bathes and Japanese Zen Garden for up to 3 hours visit their website for special packages http://www.japanesebathhouse.com.au/

7. SALTWATER SANDALS

Called the "Salt Water" Sandals because they stand up even in salt water. Flexible, high grade sole and heavy, durable leather straps for easy-going comfort and long wear. I use to wear these as school shoes in New Zealand they were "cool" then and apparently they are so in now, they come in so many lush colours and are $34.95 at their website  http://mysaltwatersandals.com/index.html.

8. NGA WAITA JEWELERY

Kiwi design Nga Waiata makes exquisite pieces from crystals and recycled native wood. She has already attracted the attention of Barneys of New York and fashion designer Paul Smith in the UK. The perfect statement piece to add to your collection. You can purchase her rings at everythingbegins.com at $360.

9. CHOCOGRAM CHOCOLATES

Every girl loves a pair of sexy stilletto's but how about a pair you can eat. This fun and innovative company have taken chocolate to a whole new level, I don't know about you, but I love me some chocolate. Available in a range of bright colours and they will deliver Australia wide these chocolate stilletto's are at the special web price of $32.00 at www.chocogram.com.au.

10. UNICEF GIFTS THAT GIVE BACK

This last gift is the most important of all the gifts on my christmas list it's the gift that gives back. This christmas don't reach for the socks, soaps or satin boxers, give gifts that will make a real difference for kids who need them the most. Prices of gifts depend on what gift you decide on, they can be purchased at www.unicef.org.au. Have a wonderful Christmas and enjoy the festive season.