11 Forever Objects You Can Gift This Holiday Season
Special beauty gifts that will last forever.
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The Velveteen Rabbit taught us as kids that the most “real” objects are those which are well-loved with use, making them “[last] for always.” This month is a collection of forever objects – beautiful things that you can buy once and treasure for a long time. From a glass lipstick (with a refillable aluminum core) from Chanel to a teacup which doubles as a candle, here are some of our favorite giftable items that will make you forever memorable to the recipient (that includes yourself).
A version of this story appears in the December/January 2023 issue of ELLE.
Dior La Collection Privée Holiday 2023 Advent Calendar – Limited Edition
DIOR’s Advent calendar is made of wood and embellished with toile, and can have a second life as a child’s doll boutique or a beautiful organizer for years to come.—Kathleen Hou, beauty director
“The snakelike pattern of this trimmer contrasts beautifully with the gold.”—Danielle James, digital beauty director
“The perfect gift for people who love the tea. Burn it first as a caramel scented candle, then repurpose it to hold your favorite Earl Grey.”—K.H.
In Gold We Trust SSENSE Exclusive Gold Classical Comb
“I’m living my life like it’s golden, and my hair is too! But hurry, this comb will go fast.”—D.J.
“A lipstick that will last long past the moment you first apply it. The glass case evokes the mirrored walls of Gabrielle Chanel’s 31 Rue Cambon apartment, and aluminum refills hold the velvety-rich formula.”—K.H.
Victoria Beckham Suite 302 Eau de Parfum Vintage Necklace Collection
“This scent necklace is inspired by Beckham’s vintage finds and comes with a 50 ml bottle of her new perfume, 302. Created in homage to her romance with David, the scent’s name references a stay at the Ritz Paris.”—Tasha Nicole Smith, beauty assistant
“This Japanese brand has perfected the art of making elegant tools for nearly 100 years.”—K.H.
“Here’s a gold-leaf-accented compact that will always look pretty on a desk.”—K.H.
“My Afro gets an upgrade and stays voluminous with this comb.”—D.J.
“Graduate from boring alligator barrettes and transform your hairstyling routine.”—D.J.
“These heavyweight compacts are refillable, so you can choose a different scent each time.”—T.N.S.
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