Stumped with trying to find a gift that is guaranteed to make someone smile this festive season? Featuring little treats that you can open daily leading up to Christmas day, Advent calendars are a surefire way to sprinkle some holiday magic this Yuletide season.
What is an Advent calendar?
An Advent calendar is a festive tradition that counts down the days to Christmas, usually starting on December 1 and ending on December 24. Rooted in 19th-century Germany, it originally helped Christian families mark the Advent season, with simple methods like chalk marks or candles, and eventually, even wooden decor.
While traditional calendars focused on religious themes—the first printed version in the 1900s by Gerhard Lang featured doors that revealed Bible verses, pictures, and small treats—Advent calendars have evolved into a global holiday staple, offering everything from chocolates to luxury gifts. Not only does it blend nostalgia with modern indulgence; for the practical shopper, it also boasts of good finds and great deals.
Check out some of our fave Advent calendars this season to gift your loved ones (and maybe even to yourself) below!
SHOP: Christmas 2024 Advent Calendars for Every Budget
Fashion
Sunspell
Make a fashionista’s day by gifting her with an accessory arsenal to complete all her OOTDs for the holidays and beyond. Consisting of 12 compartments, there are 11 minimalist yet bold baubles (we love that they included an ear cuff!) and one 30% off voucher to unbox.
Advent Calendar, P4800, SUNSPELL, studiosunspell.com
Aldo
On a Wicked hangover? We feel ya! Wear your fandom on your ‘fits, with this dainty set that features charming earrings, necklaces, and even hair accessories that would make you popular among Glinda and Elphaba stans.
Welcome to Oz Advent Calendar, P4495, ALDO, aldoshoes.com.ph
Avon
This 12-day Advent calendar from Avon crosses over categories and includes a serum, their Heart Evangelista-approved scent in a handy spritzer, and lipstick, among a lineup of everyday trinkets to accessorize with.
Advent Calendar, P1499, AVON, avonphilippines.com
Beauty
L’Occitane
A go-to for Christmas shopping, L’Occitane offers Classic (P4900 for a total of 1000 grams worth of products) and Premium (P9100 for a total of 1600 grams worth of products) Advent calendars on top of their holiday exclusives. It’s the ultimate personal care indulgence, what with their luxurious soaps, creams, and oils. Take note: A minimum purchase of any L’Occitane item is required to avail of this covetable gift set!
Classic Advent Calendar, P4900, L’OCCITANE, loccitane.com
Maison Margiela Replica
Immerse yourself in the sensuous world of Maison Margiela with their Replica Advent calendar. Consisting of seven drawers, you get two 7ml fragrance samples, a travel-size lotion and shower gel, two scented candles, and a 30 ml bottle of the very apt By The Fireplace. What's more, the aesthetic Bianchetto overpaint style box it comes in is a visual treat all by itself.
Replica Advent Calendar, P11,750, MAISON MARGIELA, rustans.com
Jo Malone London
The mother load for fragrance aficionados, the Jo Malone London Advent calendar is something to look forward to every year, and their 2024 offering doesn't disappoint! With a combination of classic and seasonal scents, 25 fragrant treats that range from colognes, soaps, creams, and candles await the lucky recipient of this deluxe Christmas present.
Advent Calendar, P29,700, JO MALONE LONDON
YSL
Make a beauty girlie's year by gifting her with the ultimate advent calendar from YSL Beauty. Complete with best-selling makeup, skincare, and fragrances, it would be a challenge not to unbox everything all at once! No judgment, though!
Advent Calendar, P25,000, YSL BEAUTY, Available in Shangri-La, Mall of Asia, and Mega Mall
Food
Auro
They say nobody does Christmas like the Philippines, and Auro's version incorporates typical Pasko scenarios in its packaging. We love this proudly Filipino spin on the Advent calendar, from the design, to of course, the homegrown ingredients used in their award-winning chocolates.
Filipino Holiday Advent Calendar, P2450, AURO CHOCOLATE, aurochocolate.com
Lindt
With over 165 years of experience in crafting fine chocolates, you can rely on Swiss chocolatier Lindt for exquisite holiday treats. The Yuletide bonbons are even molded and wrapped in themed characters for that extra dose of Christmas cheer.
Advent Calendar, P599.95, LINDT, Lander’s
Happy Christmas shopping!
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