Christmas is now days away, and the shops are busier than they’ve ever been with people hunting for gifts for their loved ones.
And let’s face it; some family members and friends are a little harder to buy for than others. But don’t stress: we’ve got four great gift ideas for that special someone in your life, right here – whether they’re the indoorsy type, they prefer the outdoors, or a bit of both…
Day Towel by MILKBEACH
MILKBEACH’s Day Towel [main image] is suited to anyone planning some fun in the sun or any water activity – beach, bath, pool or spa. And what better time for all that than a glorious Sydney summer? Made from premium 550GSM ring-spun combed cotton, and presented in fashion packaging, the Day Towel ($69.95 with free shipping Australia-wide) comes in vivid and extremely luminous colours with a deluxe size measuring 90cm by 180cm.
MILKBEACH is a local start-up offering amazing value for money products designed in Vaucluse, and the high-end luxury quality from this new and exclusive fashion brand comes with a guarantee of 100 per cent responsibly sourced cotton. Check out @milkbeachsydney on Instagram. And as a Christmas special until December 25, receive 50 per cent off when you purchase two or more Day Towels. Just enter the promo code MILKBEACHXMAS upon checkout.
Music Books from Omnibus Press
For the music-lover in your life who enjoys a good read, Omnibus Press has some top-notch books on offer, covering the likes of David Bowie, Jack White, Fleetwood Mac and Bay City Rollers.
David Bowie: The Golden Years ($129.95), by Roger Griffin, dives into Bowie’s musical output of the ’70s, considered by many to be his creative peak. The book chronicles Bowie’s life during that decade, following a year-by-year, month-by-month and day-by-day format. As well as a detailed illustrated discography covering every Bowie recording during this hallowed period, the book also features every live performance, every film and every appearance he made – following Bowie across the countries that inspired his greatest works in the process.
When The Screaming Stops: The Dark History Of The Bay City Rollers ($44.95), by Simon Spence, uncovers the hidden story of the famous Scottish pop group. Their troubled tale revolves around pop culture hysteria, coupled with rape, murder, suicide, drug dealing, exploitation, missing millions and more.
Jack White: How He Built An Empire From The Blues ($44.95), by Nick Hasted,tells the tale of prolific bluesman and rock lord Jack White. Following his journey from underground Detroit sensation to Grammy-winning kingpin, this is an honest look at a man who forged his own path in the music world.
Fleetwood Mac On Fleetwood Mac: Interviews And Encounters ($39.95),by Sean Egan,follows one of the world’s most successful bands through the highs and lows of its career, including the tumultuous departure of founding member Peter Green. This collection of interviews features articles from iconic members of the music press, giving readers the band’s story in its own words.
The busiest month on Sydney’s arts and culture calendar is almost upon us, with Sydney Festival 2017 running from Saturday January 7 – Sunday January 29. The program is activating spaces all around the city, from the harbour to Parramatta and beyond, and organisers are offering six Christmas packages to suit anyone, no matter who you’re buying for.
Enjoy discount packages on Cheek By Jowl and Pushkin Theatre’s Measure For Measure with Simon McBurney’s The Encounter (together for $149); Cliff Cardinal’s dark comedy Huff with Patricia Cornelius’ play Shit ($49); Terrapin Puppet Theatre’s magical You And Me And The Space Between with Cirque Éloize’s iD ($69) [above]; Sex, Lynch And Video Games with Spectra ($69); cabaret adventure Covered with Ivan Coyote’s Tomboy Survival Guide ($69); and Sydney Symphony Orchestra’s ode to Rautavaara with a concert by Lubomyr Melnyk, both at the City Recital Hall ($99).
sydneyfestival.org.au/2017/xmas
VAPORISERS FROM The Bong Shop
Do you need a unique twist on the perfect Christmas gift? The Bong Shop are professionals of fun, supplying their enthusiasts with a variety of herbal mixes and the means with which to utilise them. With hookahs, bongs, papers and parts, they stock it all and provide it to punters with no judgement – there are only good vibes here. There’s a massive range of novelty items available too, from Pokéball grinders to Darth Vader-shaped pipes.
From now until Sunday December 18, The Bong Shop is having a massive sale, with 20 per cent off its extensive range of quality vaporisers. The Pulsar APX is a recommended brand, with a compact size of four inches, single-button function, five temperature settings, USB charge and a quick 40-second heat-up period. The ten-piece kit comes in a unique gift box and is available in a variety of cool designs, from a sleek and discreet black number to the rich pleasure of a colourful tie-dye swirl. Using a ceramic convection-style heating chamber, it’s perfect for the vape enthusiast who likes a customised experience in a clean and hassle-free package.
Head on over to their site and pick one up for some refreshing times. All in all, it’s making for one very chill Christmas. Your grandma’s plum pudding never tasted better.
