It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas. A quick jaunt down Singapore’s main shopping stretch confirms it: every turn of the corner brings forth a bevy of seasonal motifs. Think opulent wreaths, towering trees laden with ornaments and baubles, as well as the sound of carols drifting out from our favourite storefronts. Not forgetting, of course, presents. It doesn’t matter if gift-giving isn’t your love language—there’s nothing quite like a thoughtful and sentimental offering to add to festive cheer. Some might argue that it doesn’t get any better than this. And to that, we would like to point out the existence of beauty advent calendars; a gift designed to literally keep on giving all throughout the month.
Admittedly, certain beauty advent calendars have been garnering flak recently for their less-than-stellar gifts. That’s where Vogue Singapore comes in to recommend you the best of the lot, of which comprises not just the brand’s star products, but also a variety of accompaniments that can be used in tandem with a selection of limited edition skincare, make-up, hair and wellness picks. Dior’s rendition, for instance, harbours tree toppers and earrings alongside a series of eau de parfums as well as candles. Guerlain’s Le Conte Des Merveilles Advent Calendar, on the other hand, includes bookmarks. Below, a full curation of the best of the lot.
1 / 5
Dior La Malle des Rêves
Dior unveils the limited-edition Le Malle des Rêves. This magnificent Advent calendar is crafted from wood and adorned with gold star-shaped handles. The trunk opens to reveal 24 drawers containing treasures from La Collection Privée, including perfumes, candles and festive ornaments. The finale is a snow globe celebrating Dior’s Circus of Dreams.
Dior La Malle des Rêves, $11,250, available exclusively upon request
2 / 5
Aesop Abode
The holiday spirit starts at home. Aesop offers that touch of warmth with Aesop Abode. An advent calendar inspired by the art of hosting and the brand’s reverence for thoughtful design, it takes the form of an elegant abstracted house, where its facade opens to reveal 13 doors concealing sensorial delights from the Aesop family.
Aesop Abode, $740, available at selected Aesop stores
3 / 5
L'Occitane Deluxe Advent Calendar
Inspired by the shimmering lights and enchanting spirit of Provence, L’Occitane invites you to embark on a radiant holiday journey with its Deluxe Advent Calendar. Behind each of its 24 doors lies a product embodying indulgence, featuring classic skincare favourites such as hand creams, lotions and soaps, alongside luminous new discoveries.
L’Occitane Deluxe Advent Calendar, $250, available at selected L’Occitane stores
4 / 5
Guerlain Le Conte des Merveilles Advent Calendar
Guerlain presents its exclusive new Advent calendar, Le Conte des Merveilles, designed as a magnificent book of wonder. Created by paper artist Mélissandre Vidal, the calendar features glittering gold details that craft an enchanted storytelling journey inhabited by majestic animals and poetic imagery. Behind its 25 doors is pure delight—signatures of Guerlain’s skincare, make-up, candles and scents—each offering a chance to treat yourself to the ultimate holiday luxury.
Guerlain Le Conte des Merveilles Advent Calendar, $1.090, available at Guerlain
5 / 5
Augustinus Bader The Supreme Collection
Experience the pinnacle of luxury skincare with Augustinus Bader’s The Supreme Collection. Expertly curated and housed in a keepsake box, this limited-edition set features 10 full-sized, award-winning essentials that are designed to revitalise and nourish your skin.
Augustinus Bader The Supreme Collection, $2,605, available at Augustinus Bader counters in Takashimaya
Get your copy of the December ‘Beguiling’ issue of Vogue Singapore online.
