The best designer Christmas gifts to invest in 2024

NNew Dinner Party Game Suggestion: If money were no object, what would be the most expensive outfit? Take a look at this year's selection of designer Christmas gifts for inspiration. The must-have flat shoes — This season is all about Prada's chic monochrome loafers — The ultimate party bag — Fendi's Baguette reimagined into a festive shape thanks to the bag's many glittering beads — Such a bank-busting gift It is rarely coveted.

Indeed, this winter is the perfect time to embrace your inner magpie, with eye-catching shiny things everywhere. It heels are a Christmas staple. This year, we're spotlighting Loewe's disco ball-inspired stiletto shoes. I'm going in December of this year. There's also Gucci's attention-grabbing holdall bag. This changed the game for mini-break fans. This “carry-on” appears to be dipped in gold.

For men with expensive tastes, luxury means statement umbrellas. Burberry's red checked version is a huge hit. If luxury isn't enough for you, there are other options like backgammon boards made from walnut wood and leather by Lola Piana, a favorite brand of the ultra-wealthy. You can buy it for just £5,740. Still not convinced? Why not give your loved one a Celine vanity mirror and comb set? At £530 it's a relative bargain. Have fun (window) shopping!

Sequin Baguette bag, £7,100, Fendi, fendi.com

Loafers, £870, Prada, prada.com

Metallic court shoes, £795, Loewe, loewe.com

Mirror-effect duffel bag, £2,200, Gucci, gucci.com

Umbrella, £590, Burberry, burberry.com

Walnut backgammon set, £5,740, Loro Piana for Harrods, harrods.com

Comb, £205, hand mirror, £375, Celine Maison

Angel wings from £55, wreaths from £12 each, merimeri.co.uk. Tiger, 40 pounds, zsl.org. Giraffe, 80 pounds, Melissa and Doug, johnlewis.com. 3 piece junior drum kit with stool, £106, tigermusic.co.uk. Oswald Orangutan, 60 pounds, jellycat.com. Electric guitar, £99, amp, £40, pmtonline.co.uk

Pre-lit 6ft Grand Spruce Christmas Tree, £325, Seagrass Tree Skirt, £50, Clear Memory Baubles, £8 each, Mini Baubles, £45 for 24, thewhitecompany.com. Painted Baubles, £8.50 each, iansnow.com. Velvet bows, £28 for 4, mrsalice.com