Christmas dreaming

Over the past few days I’ve fielded a few texts from family asking what I might like for Christmas, along with some subtle probing from Frank. While I love shopping for others, I’m less inspired when it comes to thinking what I might like myself and mostly make quite unhelpful statements like 'oh don't worry about me'. Infuriating I know.

I’ve had to impose a temporary ban on big purchases until we’ve moved house, largely because the recent acquisition of a leather sofa caused our removals quote to shoot up (whoops!). So while patio furniture, a barbecue, lawn mower and gardening tools would be absolutely perfect, instead my Christmas wishlist has turned towards smaller items that I wouldn’t normally buy for myself. For some strange reason there are certain items that I never treat myself to, like perfume, spirits, watches and nice jewellery (although this certainly doesn’t stop me spritzing testers on my wrists or gazing at window displays for longer than can be considered necessary!) Given that hulking big presents are off the list this year, it seemed fitting that jewellery would make the perfect basis for my Christmas list (and the best presents are the little ones right?!)

I'm under no illusion that I'm being a little cheeky with this wishlist. It's certainly aspirational and I can picture my mum laughing at me asking for diamonds instead of Christmas socks, but if money were no object, it's always nice to dream. It's not every year that a girl has diamonds bought for her, and I must admit that twice in one year is probably pushing it (I did get an engagement ring this year after all...) Still, if I do miraculously win the lottery before Christmas, I've picked out some utterly perfect bits from Vashi that would be top of my list. In fact, that vintage-style ring would be the perfect addition for a certain big life event next year!

1. Antique Diamond Ring in 18k White Gold (£1,199) | 2. Angular Aesthetic Art Deco Necklace (POA) | 3. Diamond and Freshwater Pearl Pendant in Platinum (£699) | 4. 0.33 Carat Diamond Drop Earrings in 9k White Gold (£659) 5. Vintage-style Diamond Wedding Ring (£469) | 6. 9k White Gold Stud Diamond Earrings (£579)

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