THE ADVENT CALENDAR has come a long way from manky-tasting chocolate (that’s strangely moreish all the same).
There are now a ton of grown up options to get you through December – and they’re the perfect treat for yourself or a loved one. But mostly yourself.
1. You could try the Ginvent Calendar
Twenty-four different types of gin to ease you into the Christmas season.
2. Or a wine calendar
A little bottle of wine a day. What a treat.
3. Or even a craft beer box
This one is from Martin’s Off Licence in Fairview, Dublin.
4. The Boots No7 calendar will provide some glamour
There’s a mix of makeup and skincare, including the ever-popular Protect and Perfect range.
5. And the Yankee Candle one will provide the smells
A candle a day keeps the doctor away. Isn’t that the saying? Also available here.
6. Or the Lush 12 Days of Christmas one, of course
There are bath bombs, shower gels, and body lotions inside.
7. Indulge your inner child with Lego Star Wars
No, you’re not too old to enjoy Lego minifigures. Especially if they’re Star Wars minifigures.
8. Keep the nails on fleek with this polish calendar
There are 18 mini polishes and a host of other nail-related goodies.
9. Or go all out with the Marks and Spencer Beauty calendar
Filled with luxury beauty stuff worth over £250 (€290). At the moment, you can get it for €40 if you spend €40 on clothing, beauty or homewares.
Now you just have to decide if you’ll wait and open them one by one or blaze through them all in a day. It’s up to you.
