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How to Be a Savvy Online Christmas Shopper

 

Christmas in Nigeria is a family event – a time to come together and celebrate the special people in our lives. Between the bowls of joloff and the banging of fireworks, one of the ways we show how much we care is by exchanging presents, and there’s nothing worse than worrying that your gifts will seem inadequate once given. 

While it’s not all about the presents, it does give us a warm and fuzzy feeling to know we’ve chosen well, but even this cannot offset the worry that comes from going over budget and being concerned about how you’ll cover your costs once Christmas is done. 

The trick is to shop savvy; to tread the fine line between giving great presents and not breaking the bank. Here are our three top tips to help you.    

Shop around 

When it comes to picking out presents, it’s important not to make your purchases without first shopping around, especially at Christmas time when money is tight. This means that you shouldn’t buy gifts from the first place you find them, but should compare a number of different retailers to see who’s offering what you want at the lowest price. You’ll likely be surprised by the variation you discover once you dig a little deeper and begin to search out the superior offers. Even if prices are similar, hold off on buying for a bit and keep an eye out for sales and promotions, as shops often use these as a way of getting ahead of their competitors over the Christmas period.    

 

Review before you buy  

Last but not least, be sure to do your research before you buy. The best way to get your hands on presents their recipients will appreciate is to review them prior to purchase, and websites like Trustpilot have been set up for this specific purpose. Not only this but make sure you read the products’ descriptions in detail too. The same rule applies to anything you spend your money on during the holiday season; whether it’s a present for your mother-in-law or indulging in a spot of online shopping or gaming for yourself. This detailed review of the Book of Dead slot at KittyBingo.com, for example, is a great tool for consumers, as it allows you to gain an in-depth understanding of what you’re spending your money on before committing. 

 

Take advantage of the Black Friday sales 

While the best sales tend to happen once Christmas is over, there is a particular retail event that could help you to save some serious cash. We’re talking about Black Friday, which has fast become the biggest shopping occasion in the Nigerian calendar. With dozens of different businesses getting on board and slashing their prices, you’ll find there are some truly amazing offers out there, which can help you to get your hands on the presents you want without breaking the bank. The trick is to be clever, so sign up to the mailing lists of your favorite websites in advance to make sure you’re the first to hear about any discounts or promos they’re hosting.   

When it comes to buying the perfect Christmas presents without breaking the bank, there are three primary rules to follow: shop around, take advantage of sales, and do your research to gain a better idea of what you’re purchasing. Follow these, and you should find your holiday shopping is a lot less stressful and significantly cheaper too!  

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Tons of Gifts Perfect for Mom This Mother’s Day

We found all the gifts your mom actually wants this year! Some of them are so great, you might need one for yourself, too.

Every Mother Counts Mother’s Day Collection

Every Mother Counts, the organization founded by Christy Turlington Burns that works to make pregnancy and childbirth safe for every woman, has an amazing limited edition Mother’s Day Orange Rose collection. All of the brands involved are donating some or all of the proceeds from the sales of the item to EMC. Some of our favorite items in the collection are the Citizens of Humanity x Anthropologie Every Mother Counts Tee, Baked by Mellissa Dulce de Leche set, Onia floral one piece swimsuit, and Stephanie Freid-Perenchio rose necklace.

Buddy Facial at Haven Spa

Think of this as an upgrade to your regular mani/pedi date with your mom. In the Buddy Facial, we have a room that is fit for two to get facials together side by side! Skip the boring 20 minute silent peel and have some quality time with mom while your skin marinates to perfection. You’ll be served champagne or a fruity cocktail (non-alcoholic options available, too) for before or after your facial date. During the Buddy Facial, your esthetician will chat with you to create a personalized facial that exfoliates, hydrates, cleans pores, promotes lymphatic drainage, stimulates circulation, brightens, nourishes, and boosts cell turnover. 250 Mercer Street.

Clase Azul Tequila

Yeah, Mom wants to spend time with you, but if you’re over 21 she probably wants to spend time with you and tequila. Clase Azul is made the old fashioned way, without technological advancements, and comes in a beautiful handcrafted bottle she will be proud to display on any shelf. claseazul.com

Dreamwell x Cosabella Gift Set

Treat Mom to Sagely Naturals Dreamwell Body Oil which is packed with the soothing blend of Roman Chamomile, Evening Primrose, and CBD oil. This special gift pack includes one of Cosabella’s luxurious, 100% prima cotton robes. $99.

Ettitude Sheets

Surprising Mom with breakfast in bed is so last year. We’ve moved on to surprising Mom with the softest, most luxurious sheets the night before Mother’s Day so she can wake up feeling refreshed and cozy. Ettitude makes all of their products with Bamboo lyocell fabric, which not only feels silky and amazing but is also sustainable, hypoallergenic, antimicrobial, and temperature regulating. From $138.

Funk Strike Tie Dye Boxing Gloves

These brightly colored, tie dye boxing gloves are sure to make Mom stand out in a crowd. These are perfect for any fitness enthusiast or a mom who is looking to get into boxing classes but needs that extra push. $49.48.

Joanna Vargas Glow Getter Set

Celebrity facials Joanna Vargas has curated a set of her favorite glow-inducing products for a naturally radiant, youthful complexion. The kit includes Glow To Go Mask Set, Super Nova Serum, Daily Hydrating Cream, and Cloud Bar. $443.65.

OUAI Easy Hair Kit

Give Mom the gift of good hair. This limited-edition kit contains brand favorites like Air Dry Foam, Rose Hair & Body Oil and Wave Spray. $25.

Mom on the Go FasciaBlaster Kit

Give Mom this special kit from Ashley Black featuring a face kit, mini FasciaBlaster, backpack, t-shirt, and book so she can start her journey to feeling great from the inside out. $99.

Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Rosé Venus Et Fleur Gift Set

This impressive gift set features the beautiful, long-lasting Venus Et Fleur Eternity Roses and the elegant, floral Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Rosé your mom will love. Dazzle your mom with this luxury acrylic home decor that can be used as storage after you finish your bottle of Perrier-Jouët Belle Epoque Rosé. The set is now available on Drinks & Co with 2 day shipping for all you last minute gift givers! $600.

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Raising The Bar with Monaco Blue

On the First Day of Christmas, my true love gave me Monaco Blue!

This year give the gift that your friends will be envious of, no matter how cold your current weather is you will be seeing Monaco Blue with this stunning new Mujjo iPhone case.

Our editors chose this product because Mujjo is a leader in craftsmanship and design. This case is sleek and elegant and your precious iPhone will be safe as it’s wrapped in this full-grain leather case which ages beautifully. This leather brings a warmer and grippier touch while offering protection from everyday knocks and bumps.

 

 

Ahh, Monaco Blue!

 

Raising The Bar with Monaco Blue
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Mujjo designed the perfect shade of blue in their studio in the Netherlands, it’s sophisticated and underscores the craftsmanship that has been Mujjo’s hallmark since day one. Like our existing line-up, these cases for the new iPhones are fully wrapped with beautifully aging, full-grain leather and they’re also available as a wallet. Monaco Blue has hints of purple and green in different lighting, reminding you of the inky shades of the deep ocean.

 

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Slim in this post does not mean do not eat the Christmas cookies! Finding the right sleeve for your iPad just got easier as we bring to you this single piece of leather, a sleeve which combines functionality and elegance in just one stitch. Super slim by design, this sleeve is handcrafted to fit your iPad Air 2 and 1 or 9.7-inch iPad Pro, plus a few essentials.

 

 

Touch me!

 

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During the wintertime, we are faced with the infamous problem of touchscreens not working with gloves. Mujjo came up with a revolutionary product – touchscreen gloves. This winter, you’ll be able to use any touchscreen device while keeping your touchscreen gloves on!

 

 

Take me with you!

 

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Following their ever-growing success of Mujjo’s iconic sleeves for Macbook,  its time to bring their renowned sleeves to Microsoft’s Surface Laptop. Crafted out of a unique combination of felt and vegetable-tanned leather, this sleeve has been designed to securely carry the all-new Surface Laptop, including a few essentials.

 

12 Days of Christmas – stay tuned!

 

 

 

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Bergdorf Goodman Presents a Visual Feast!

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Last night the sweets and the very sweet were out for the premiere of Bergdorf Goodman’s 2018 Holiday Window display. This year David Hoey, Senior Director of Visual Presentation, says:

“This year our artistic team became faux-pastry chefs, dishing up a wall-to-wall profusion of sculpted confections. Everything candied, iced and lavish.”

Visitors will be delighted by an enchanting display of generous proportions. A dreamlike world filled with gilded treats, sugary inventions, and luscious sweets.

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Bergdorf Goodman partners with Ladurée

This year Bergdorf Goodman has promised to sweeten their selection of gifts with exclusive dessert options from Flour Shop and Ladurée.

For the first time, Flour Shop will open a pop-up on the Fifth Floor of the iconic department store offering a unique Bergdorf Goodman inspired cake as well as some of their holiday favorites.

Linda Fargo, collaborated with Ladurée together they’ve created limited-edition flavors only available inside Noir on the Second Floor and Linda’s at BG on the Fourth Floor. There will also be a special holiday installation on the Third Floor by Ashley Longshore featuring her artwork along with a curated selection of product inspired by Bergdorf Goodies.

Elisabeth Holder, co-president of Ladurée, gives a Q&A

Last night was a sweet and luscious event at Bergdorf’s – I was lucky enough to catch up with a friend and owner of Ladurée Elisabeth Holder for a few questions on her recent work on the holiday window for Bergdorf Goodman:

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Downtown Magazine: Tell us what it was like to be included?
Elisabeth Holder: I am so proud, as a French brand, to be part of the holiday window at Bergdorf’s, an iconic New York institution. It is an honor and a dream come true. To have this recognition feels very, very sweet indeed.

Downtown Magazine: how this came about?
Elisabeth Holder: Last year, Linda and Ladurée began their love story when Linda created her very own macaron (dark chocolate salted caramel in gold foil) as an exclusive for Linda’s Shop on the 4th Floor during the holidays. This season we expanded our collaboration as she opened her 2nd store-in-store called NOIR at BG, with of course another creation (dark chocolate expresso in silver foil.) The theme for the holiday windows is Candyland, so of course, Ladurée was a natural ask to participate.

Downtown Magazine: What do you hope to see from this wonderful partnership?
Elisabeth Holder: I love to see people finding the perfect gift to celebrate the holidays, it feels amazing and we hope this is only the beginning of Ladurée at BG. Linda is so creative, who knows… we have already started to talk about next year…

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The Bergdorf Goodman’s 2018 Holiday Window displays are HERE

Each year Bergdorf Goodman presents their stunning holiday window display. This year is a must see!
Stroll along 5th Avenue and 58th Street to take in, both the Women’s and Men’s store windows. The presentation will be up until January 3rd, 2019. Don’t go hungry! Here is a sneak peak of what is there:

Cotton Candy Dream

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The once monumental royal couple floats into a cotton candy atmosphere as an effervescent constituent and her gossamer poodle take the stage. Fashion: Rodarte

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Peppermint Pandemonium

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Whirling around in a sea of peppermint, a candy cane wizard presents three custom designs at an admirer’s request. Fashion: C.D Greene, Carolina Herrera, and Alice + Olivia.

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Gumball Swag

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The Men’s Holiday windows, designed by Shane Ruth (Visual Director at Bergdorf Goodman), are filled with Bergdorf Goodies from head to toe. Mannequins with candy heads and vivid colored sweet treats surround rainbow tinsel trees and snow.

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Chocolate Paradise

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This window display is full of delicious chocolate cakes with elaborate details of icing throughout. Paired with a giant gingerbread man, yummy looking teddy bears, and a handful of holiday festive items, this display is sure to convert anyone to become a chocolate lover.

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The Party Last Night

The who’s who of the Upper East Side came out to gaze and feast on champagne served with both savory and sweet bites.
Although the weather was one of the coldest evenings of this season, it was warm and deliciously cozy inside the beautifully creative holiday inspired store.

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About Bergdorf Goodman

A New York landmark since 1901, Bergdorf Goodman represents the global pinnacle of style, service and modern luxury.
With its rich history of showcasing leading and emerging designers, the iconic store at 5th Avenue and 58th Street—the crossroads of fashion—is a singular destination for discerning customers around the world.
BG.com expands on Bergdorf Goodman’s heritage, showcasing coveted collections for men and women in an unparalleled online shopping experience. Bergdorf Goodman is part of Neiman Marcus Group.

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