2024 Royal Gift Guide (Part 2)
curated finds fit for a queen, for everyone on your list
With today being Thanksgiving in the U.S., the holiday season is officially upon us! And today, we’re wrapping up our 2024 gift guide with royal-approved selections for every Beauty Guru, Outdoorswoman, Historian, and even White Elephant Recipients on your list.
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For the Beauty Guru
Tatcha Hinoki Body Care Travel Set
Meghan Markle shared this self-care set with Montecito neighbor Oprah Winfrey this year—who then named it a “Favorite Thing.” Icon behavior, Meghan.
Winfrey wrote: “This is a favorite Favorite Thing—with the scent of a forest sent to me by my neighbor Meghan.” This Forest Awakening Body Discovery Set includes a Mini Hinoki Body Oil, Body Milk, and Exfoliating Wash in a mood-lifting scent.
Essie ‘Ballet Slippers’ Nail Lacquer
Famously the royal family’s most-loved nail shade, the pale pink Essie polish has been spotted on Kate Middleton in recent years.
But the royal approval goes even higher up the royal pecking order than that! All the way back in 1989, Queen Elizabeth II’s hairdresser is said to have Essie a letter requesting the polish (in bulk, I hope), as it was “the only color Her Majesty would wear.”
Honest Beauty Magic Balm
Meghan’s makeup artist, Daniel Martin, used this multi-purpose balm on her cheeks on her wedding day in 2018. It promises to soothe and soften skin, locking in moisture for 8 hours to instantly create a dewy glow. Sign me up!
Houbigant Paris Quelques Fleurs L'Original Eau de Parfum
Princess Diana was such a fan of this floral scent that she chose to wear it on her wedding day…and accidentally spilled a bit of it down her iconic dress just before she walked down the aisle.
The scent was first blended in 1912. Top notes include bergamot, galbanum, and lemon; heart notes include jasmine, lily of the valley (a staple of royal bridal bouquets), and orange blossom; and base notes round out the scent with oakmoss, sandalwood, cedarwood, musk, and Tonka Beans.
For the Outdoorswoman
Cornelia James Gloves
The Princess of Wales owns at least five pairs of gloves by British Brand Cornelia James (which has held a Royal Warrant since 1979). Most recently, she sported a pair of Merino Wool “Alice” gloves, ornamented with bows, on Remembrance Sunday 2024.
Other royal clients who love these elegant, timeless gloves include Princess Diana, Princess Anne, Princess Eugenie, and Princess Beatrice.
Sorel Joan of Arctic or Tivoli Boots
They may not agree on much, but both Kate and Meghan are fans of winter footwear from Sorel. Meghan bundled up in Whistler, Canada, for the “2025 Invictus Games One Year To Go” event with a pair of Sorel Joan of Arctic boots she’s had in her wardrobe for at least a decade.
And Kate has owned a pair of Sorel’s Tivoli boots since at least 2018. Featuring waterproof suede and a rubber sole for grip, these American-made boots will have you walking in a winter wonderland in confidence and style.
Barbour Classic Beadnell Wax Defence Jacket
Whether you’re stalking deer in the Scottish Highlands or just walking off the holiday turkey, stay warm, dry, and stylish in a timeless Barbour jacket. The Princess of Wales owns (at least) four different styles, including the classic olive green Wax Defence style.
For the Historian
“The Unemployed Philosophers Guild “It’s Hard to Get a Handle on British Monarchs” Porcelain Tea Cup
This chic, handleless mug will keep your drinks warm while also helping you keep track of every British monarch—from Alfred the Great to Elizabeth II.
The Royal Wardrobe: A Very Fashionable History of the Monarchy by Rosie Harte
Fellow TikToker Rosie Harte walks us through the history of the British Monarchy through their clothing in this sparkling book. From the Tudors to Charles III, The Royal Wardrobe reveals the economic, social, and political consequences of royal apparel…be it breeches, tiara, wig, or waistcoat.
A Trip to Ireland
Okay, this one might be reserved for the really special someone on your list. I’m hosting a trip to Ireland next July—and I have some limited-time deals available when you snag your spot this week! DM me for the codes, or shoot me an email at alcmatta@gmail.com.
Starting in Dublin, we’ll discover the charms and history of the Emerald Isle, accompanied by a knowledgeable local guide. Tour stops over the week-long excursion include the Guinness Storehouse, majestic Cashel Castle, and the scenic Ring of Kerry.
Feel free to send me a message with any questions or for more info!
For the White Elephant Recipient
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Iconic Lip & Cheek Secrets Set
It boggles the mind how many times stories involving lip products have been used to bash the Duchess of Sussex. But have you heard this one? A Telegraph “report” once included this tidbit from a “palace insider:” “Meghan allegedly gifted an employee a Charlotte Tilbury lipstick set, but only after she had removed her preferred shade.”
Listen, to me, this sounds like Meghan had purchased a Charlotte Tilbury value set for herself, realized she had only bought it for one item, and then shared the rest. We’ve all been there! And especially around the holidays, I’m a firm believer that there’s no shame in breaking apart a value set to share with girlfriends. I won’t tell the British tabloids; I promise. My lips are sealed.
And while there are plenty of dupes out there for Tilbury’s iconic ‘Pillow Talk’ shade (which Meghan has routinely sported over the years, even for her TIME Magazine cover), the OG is just too good to ignore. No matter who picks your gift from the pile, they’ll love getting to sample the line’s bestselling lip and cheek items with this value set.
A Regal Fortnum and Mason British Tea Selection
Iconic British retailer Fortnum and Mason has a myriad of tea varieties available—why limit your gift recipient to sampling just one? With 60 tea bags, they can choose from a Royal Blend, Breakfast Blend, Afternoon Blend, Queen Anne Blend, Earl Grey Classic, and Smoky Earl Grey with this assortment.
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Happy holidays!