Christmas gift guide 2019: 10 things we’d like to find under the tree this year

Shanghai Tang has teamed up with Chinese shoemaker Bing Xu for a series of slippers (HK$2,980) embroidered with cute scenes such as this cat and a mouse. Available at Shanghai Tang, Duddell Street, Central.

The newly opened MoMa Design Store offers a range of tote bags (HK$98 each) adorned with quotes from artists in MoMA’s collection, including Yoko Ono, Carrie Mae Weems and Pierre Bonnard. Available at MoMa Design Store, K11 Musea, Tsim Sha Tsui.

Saigon-based fragrance label Cochine has created a Christmas candle (HK$490) inspired by the spice markets of the Vietnamese capital. Bitter orange and star anise are combined with holiday favourites such as clove, cinnamon and nutmeg. Available at Harvey Nichols, The Landmark, Central.

As temperatures drop, your skin needs more tender loving care. Highlights from this kit (HK$1,550) by German skin doctor Barbara Sturm, known for her scientific approach to clean beauty, include a hyaluronic serum and a face mask. Available at Lane Crawford, IFC, Central.

Online luxury retailer Net-a-Porterhas the perfect gift for shoe lovers with a big budget. The Bespoke Shoe Experience with Aquazzura (HK$63,595) includes a stay at the Four Seasons in Florence, where the brand is based, a pair of the brand’s tailor-made shoes and other perks.

Cartier is releasing a limited edition of its nail-shaped signature bracelet, Juste Un Clou, in black ceramic, white gold and diamonds (HK$150,000). Only 10 are available worldwide. From Cartier, K11 Musea, Tsim Sha Tsui.

Perfect holiday attire for a dapper gentleman, these whimsical cufflinks from British label Paul Smith (HK$672) are made from silver-hued copper and zinc, and painstakingly enamelled. Available at Mr Porter.

This futuristic-looking reversible pouch (HK$8,550) is part of Louis Vuitton’s 2054 collection, created by men’s artistic director Virgil Abloh. Inspired by performance wear, the range features items in techno fabrics and reflective materials. Available at Louis Vuitton, Times Square, Causeway Bay.

Tiny bags may not be entirely practical but they make lovely gifts, and great accessories for a holiday party. Evoking a starry night, the Mini Vanity Constellation (HK$43,000) from Parisian leather-goods house Moynathas been carried on the red carpet by Nicole Kidman. Available at Moynat, Landmark, Central.

If you’re looking for a piece of luggage that will stand out among the sea of Rimowas and Samsonites at baggage claim, this Gucci suitcase printed with the label’s signature Flora pattern (HK$48,000) will do the trick. Available at Gucci, Canton Road, Harbour City.