While it’s virtuous to focus solely on giving at this time of year, a little bit of self-love goes a long way.

And what better way to give yourself some proper TLC than with a little trip to the shops for some much needed self-gifting.

As clichéd as it may sound, buying yourself flowers is the perfect way to treat yourself with something that feels wholesome, and St James’s florist Bulbous has a gorgeous selection of blooms for you to choose from.

Or, if you’re more of a cosy homeware girlie, the Earl Of East is stocks the best independent fragrance brands, homeware and accessories. What started out as a humble market stall in 2014 is now three bricks-and-mortar stores across London with its own line of sustainable fragrance and bathing products. Plus, if you love a truly creative experience, they host candle-making workshops and serve coffee to create a space that goes beyond a shopping destination and fosters community.

The Body Shop is a favourite amongst body care enthusiasts and the perfect place to treat yourself to some gorgeous-smelling pamper products. If you’re really getting into the self-gifting spirit, choose one of their gift sets to wrap up and pop under your tree to open on Christmas Day.

So, if you your love language is receiving gifts, don’t wait for somebody else to step up when you can fulfil it all by yourself.

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