Christmas Unwrapped - lovely lingerie from Topshop, Primark and Mimi Holliday
The prettiest things come in the smallest packages this year.
Camisole and knickers set, £64.50, Rosie for Autograph at Marks & Spencer. Earrings, £70, Dower & Ha
Attempting to buy lingerie for your loved one this Christmas can be tricky but we've handpicked the prettiest bras, bodies and sleep sets along with a collection of delicate jewellery to help bring a smile to her face on Christmas Day.
For a grown up look that extends past the festive season, ignore traditional Christmas colours such as green and red and opt instead for a beautiful palette of muted pinks, soft metallics and pretty pastels in lovely lace and the softest silk.
Model wears: Bra, £42; briefs, £20, both Passionata.
This pretty icy blue set from Passionata will look great with most skin tones and is a beautiful style for every day wear and not just a special occasion.
Model wears: Bra, £42; briefs, £20, both Passionata. Necklace, £108, Alex Monroe. Ring, £60, Davina Combe. Green Almond and Redcurrant cologne, £94, Jo Malone.
Model wears: Bra, £8; briefs, £3, both Primark
Looking for a more relaxed triangle style? This antique pink set from Primark looks far more expensive than its high street price tag suggests.
Model wears: Bra, £8; briefs, £3, both Primark. Earrings, £70; bracelets, from £98 each, all Dower & Hall.
cashmere cardigan, £139, Marks & Spencer. Cream bra, £65; briefs, £38, both Mimi Holliday
For classic lace with a twist, Mimi Holliday's classic bisou bisou style comes in various cuts to suit the shape and taste of every woman and has a wide range of sizes.
For a luxurious way to keep warm on cold evenings, add a soft oversized cashmere cardigan.
Model wears: cashmere cardigan, £139, Marks & Spencer. Cream bra, £65; briefs, £38, both Mimi Holliday. Necklace, £130, Davina Combe.
Camisole and knickers set, £64.50, Rosie for Autograph at Marks & Spencer
This coffee coloured silk sleep set from Rosie Huntington-Whiteley’s collection for Autograph at Marks & Spencer is the perfect present for bringing a touch of glamour to bedtime.
Dower & Hall’s gold feather earrings are the perfect accompaniment to this elegant look.
Model wears: Camisole and knickers set, £64.50, Rosie for Autograph at Marks & Spencer. Earrings, £70, Dower & Hall. Ring, £60, Davina Combe.
Chemise, £28, Asos. Earrings, £25.50, Konplott
This enticing silk chemise from Asos oozes elegance. It’s wrap over style will suit every body shape and accentuate your waist, creating an hour glass figure.
Model wears: Chemise, £28, Asos. Earrings, £25.50, Konplott.
Lace gown, £150, Viva Voluptuous. Mustard body, £35, Topshop
Bodies are also great alternatives to traditional bra and knicker sets.
This lemon yellow appliqué style from Topshop and gold lace robe from Viva Voluptuous are great worn together for lounging around.
Model wears: Lace gown, £150, Viva Voluptuous. Mustard body, £35, Topshop. Earrings, £126; necklace, £165, both Alex Monroe.
Model wears: body, £28, B by Ted Baker at Debenhams.
This soft grey body from B by Ted Baker at Debenhams is beautifully embroidered and the defined waist gives a figure hugging silhouette.
These citrine earrings from Davina Combe are the perfect colour to offset the
Model wears: body, £28, B by Ted Baker at Debenhams. Citrine earrings, £165; knot bracelet, £118, both Davina Combe.
Fashion editor: Antonia Kraskowski
Photographer: Helen Marsden
Hair and makeup: Gemma Tyler using Nars and Eylure
Fashion Assistant: Abby McHale
Location: The Bingham Hotel in Richmond, London. A beautiful boutique hotel overlooking the River Thames. Book a River room with a Catchpole & Rye copper bathtub for the ultimate luxury stay. Then dress to impress for cocktails in the bar before enjoying a delicious seasonal dinner in the restaurant downstairs. Bingham stays include membership to Bhuti, its sister spa a few minutes away. Rooms cost from £214 per night. Visit bingham.co.uk for more information
Stockists
Alex Monroe - alexmonroe.com
Asos - asos.com
Davina Combe - davinacombe.com
Debenhams - debenhams.com
Dower & Hall - dowerandhall.com
Jo Malone - jomalone.co.uk
Konplott - konplott.com
Marks & Spencer - marksandspencer.com
Mimi Holliday - mimiholliday.com
Passionata - passionata.com
Primark - primark.com
Topshop - topshop.com
Viva Voluptuous - vivavoluptuous.com