While the wait for Christmas continues to drag on, why not get a head start on treating yourself? Gift-giving should well and truly start come December 1 so here are the best Advent calendars to keep the excitement going for the whole festive season.
Jelly Belly Advent Calendar
Know someone who has a sweet tooth? Spoiling them (or yourself) with a Jelly Belly Advent Calendar will test their resolve all throughout December. With a new flavour each day, you’ll have 25 exciting days ahead of you.
RRP: $29.95
Lovehoney Sex Toy Advent Calendar
Recent research suggests that September is the most common month for babies. And there’s good reason for it: Christmas and New Years just gets people in the mood. So why not spice up your festive season by enjoying a Lovehoney Sex Toy Advent Calendar. Each day delivers a new toy that you can try in the bedroom – from bondage to bullets, the holiday season might just be the perfect time to play out your fantasies.
RRP: $180
Tiffany & Co. Advent Calendar
Okay, this one might be a touch out of budget but marvel at the beauty of Tiffany & Co’s four-foot-tall Advent calendar. With 24 days worth of accessories, whoever is on the receiving end of this one shouldn’t expect any Christmas presents. There are only 5 available worldwide, so you better get in quick!
RRP: $112,000
Jo Malone London Advent Calendar
If ever a time to find your scent, it’s now. Experience a different fragrance every day, from colognes to indulgent Bath & Body miniature.
RRP: $640
Supercheap Auto Advent Calendar
If you know your old man’s a handyman but you can’t tell if he’s a plier kind-of-bloke or whether he prefers a Phillips-head screwdriver, then Supercheap Auto has you sorted. Featuring 26 different pieces, you’ll have every home-reno situation sorted.
RRP: $19.99
Drinks by the Dram Advent Calendar
Okay, you may have to wait until the 15th to open this one but it’ll be worth the delay. Featuring a carefully curated selection of top-notch spirits, this scotch advent calendar from Drinks by the Dram will help you get a boozy head start on Christmas. Who said you need to wait to have a tipple? You’ll get to try 12 different variations and in shot-sized drams, there won’t be any reckless behaviour.
RRP: $99
The Beauty Advent Calendar
If you know someone who’s keen to sample what the beauty market has to offer, this might just be your perfect opportunity. The Beauty Advent Calendar has 25 days worth of goodies that will give them the chance to test a new product each day.
RRP: $235