Christmas Gift Guide: The Bling Monster

Posted: 09/12/11

Jennifer Barton

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Some girls - like MyDaily obsession Rihanna - just love their bling: Glitter, sparkles, studs, feathers... you name it, they're wearing the embellishment. Bling queens don't differentiate between day and night; for them, every occasion deserves a sprinkling (or a flood) of sequins, on their trainers and their party dresses.

The holiday season has plenty of sparkle-licious options for the bling monster in your life, from glitter-festooned frocks to crystal-studded jewellery. And since we've put together a guide with the most fabulous Christmas 2011 gift ideas out there for the RiRi in your life, you can just relax and enjoy your bling queen's smile when you give her that electrifying new pressie.

Christmas gift guide: The bling monster

A sequinned brooch
 Bling up even the most basic of outfits with this punchy sequinned initial brooch. A little bit preppy and a little bit rock-'n-roll. Sequinned initial brooch, £15, Markus Lupfer at <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/intl/home.nap" target="_blank">Net-a-Porter</a>
A metallic leather bootie
 Statement footwear is key to the bling monster's styling. She needs something that teams well with everything from minis to trousers and won't look overly dramatic when taking a look from office to evening. These metallic gold sculpted Alejandro Ingelmo booties tick all the right boxes.  Alejandro Ingelmo Origami shoes, £945, <a href="http://www.alejandroingelmo.com/" target="_blank">Alejandro Ingelmo</a>
A glittery candle
 So that her home turf can be as sparkly as the rest of her life...             Glitter candles, from £2.80, <a href="http://www.debenhams.com/" target="_blank">Debenhams</a>
A crystal-encrusted champion ring
 Since bling queens are so often trailblazers, the typical cocktail ring seems rather ordinary to them. Instead, this champion collegiate ring - complete with embellished makeover - is unusual, chunky and will team well with any outfit, making it the perfect finishing touch to your bling queen's look.  Comme des Garcons Champion rings, from £660, <a href="https://shop.doverstreetmarket.com/" target="_blank">Dover Street Market</a>
An overly embellished clutch
 Accessories pack a punch, and should be dripping in oversized rhinestones and sparkles. If she's feeling tame, she can always team it with an LBD, after all. But when is she ever feeling tame? Multicolour crystal hearts bag, £58.12, Butler & Wilson at <a href="http://www.qvcuk.com/" target="_blank">QVC</a>
A perfect party frock
 For a variation on the classic sparkly LBD, this dress is ideal for ringing in the New Year. Florissa dress, £160, <a href="http://www.coast-stores.com/" target="_blank">Coast</a>
A furry, sequinned pair of ear muffs
 Furry ear muffs are an integral part of the bling monster's winter wardrobe. Adding sequins to the mix just ensures this gift is Christmas day-perfection. Janine sequin-embellished rabbit earmuffs, £165, Eugenia Kim at <a href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/intl/home.nap" target="_blank">Net-a-Porter</a>
A spiked knuckleduster
 This knuckleduster toughens up any look and is perfect for nights out. Spike knuckleduster, £45, Bling Deenie at <a href="http://www.wolfandbadger.com/" target="_blank">Wolf & Badger</a>
A pair of black tie trainers
 Nothing says bling queen like a pair of embellished trainers. Glitter trainers, £400, <a href="http://www.miumiu.com/" target="_blank">Miu Miu</a>
A sparkle-dusted makeup brush set
 A chic, glittery makeup brush set and snowglobe-inspired bag are winter-wonderland perfect and will also bling up your friend's boudoir. Make It Perfect Brush Kit/Mineralize, £39.50, <a href="http://www.maccosmetics.co.uk/" target="_blank">MAC</a>
A pair of fishscale tights
 For day, for night, for parties and New Year's Eve, these metallic sparkly tights are just the ticket. Goldfish tights, £39, Gal Stern at <a href="http://www.wolfandbadger.com/" target="_blank">Wolf & Badger</a>
A disco-ready top
 This sparkly top teams well with denim, leather, skirts and even hot pants (if she's having a Rihanna moment). Sequin top in ombre effect, £55, <a href="http://www.asos.com/?hrd=1" target="_blank">Asos</a>
A crystal pedicure
 A pampering present is always a hit, and this one results in crystal-studded toes to last through the holiday season and into the New Year. Perfect for the girl with lots of winter weddings in her diary. Christmas crystal pedicure, £120, <a href="http://www.nailsinc.com/" target="_blank">Nails Inc</a>
A metallic gadget toy
 The retro trend in gadgetry is going strong, and this handset allows you to chat on your mobile or laptop the old-fashioned way. Moshi Moshi Pop Gold, £59.99, <a href="http://www.conranshop.co.uk/" target="_blank">The Conran Shop</a>
A feather-bedecked party dress
 Feathers are statement-making and party-perfect and the bustier top on this Asos dress is an added (figure-flattering) bonus.  Bandeau dress with embellished bust and feather skirt, £250, <a href="http://www.asos.com/?hrd=1" target="_blank">Asos</a>