Dreaming of A Dark Christmas
This Christmas is moody: rooms lit by candlelight, oxblood ribbons, and boughs of fir decorating the home, with “Carol of the Bells” on repeat. It's dark, dramatic, and classy. And with Christmas near, Raandoom is here to provide a last-minute gift guide for your cherished ones (or yourself, dear reader) who have that eccentric flair and appreciate the chill in the air.
Perfume
Fragrance is a luxurious gift: it engages all the senses, from the scent to the visual appeal of the packaging, even to the sound of the spritz as you apply it. Don’t fear the price tag! A long-lasting and thoughtful gift, perfume conveys how you view the one you cherish, how you see them, and what you think complements their vibe. If your cherished one thinks perfume is all floral with no depth, we recommend Dragon’s Blood by Heretic Parfum: spiced and complex, it incorporates different incenses through all the notes, developing into a mysterious and animalistic scent. For the cherished one who knows what they already like, give them an adventure with The Icon Collection from Perfumehead. A range from their debut collection, with musk and floral scents, this gift allows your cherished one to pick the character they wish to be on any given day. And maybe, they’ll find their new signature scent.
Scarves
How better to show you care than by making sure your cherished one is warm? Scarves are in their Renaissance as a fashion accessory. No one style of scarf is necessary, but if you want to be on trend, look for big and cozy. We have spoken about this trend before (peep the article here), which provides excellent options for scarves. For that Dark Christmas angle, however, we suggest Anthropologie’s Maeve Heritage Houndstooth Scarf with its dark academia flair.
Shoes
Like we said, oxblood is the color of the season: a deep, rich color which keeps to the Christmas red but has a sinister edge. Oxblood is a powerful accent, so we suggest shoes. Any style works, but oxfords will class up any outfit. Bonus: they are wonderfully gender-neutral. You can never go wrong with Doc Martens, but if you want something more budget-friendly, Zara’s Derby Shoe is a reasonable dupe.
Jewelry
Cool-toned jewelry is the way to match the season, whether it be in silver or gold. Jewelry is versatile in terms of the options available: glasses chains, necklaces, rings, etc. Regardless of the type of jewelry, make sure the gift matches your cherished one’s tastes. For that extra oomph, look for vintage pieces. They will be one-of-a-kind gifts with charm and extra sentimentality. If you can't find that perfect something, Ana Luisa provides affordable, hypoallergenic jewelry. We suggest their Percy Hoop Earrings, but feel free to browse.
