If you’re struggling to believe it’s already in November, we’ve got another surprise for you – it’s already 50 days until Christmas. Whether you’ve already fully embraced the festive spirit or are still feeling somewhat of a Scrooge, here’s the 50 reasons we’re most excited about the yuletide period…
- December 25th is the one day a year you can wear pyjamas with zero judgment
Promise Dark Green Long Buttoned Pyjama In Satin – £44
No. Eleven Blue Marl Cotton Jersey Pyjama Set – £35
Disney Kids’ White Frozen Graphic Print Cotton Pyjamas – £11
2. Curating the perfect festive playlist (starting with Mariah Carey, naturally).
3. Netflix’s yearly drop of cheesy Christmas movies that we love to hate.
4. A cocktail or glass of champagne being an acceptable breakfast drink
Spiegelau Set of 4 Gin & Tonic Tumblers – £24
Sagaform Club Set of 4 Martini Glasses, Multicoloured – £18
Waterford Set of 4 Marquis Sparkle Old Fashioned Glasses – £30
5. Guilt-free days off work
6. Spreading Christmas cheer (because let’s face it, we’re all in a better mood than normal).
7. The annual new pair of slippers in your stockins
8. The return of (even if socially distanced) carol services
9. Endless amounts of turkey, roast potatoes, pigs in blankets and all of the trimmings.
10. …Followed by a cheeseboard
11. …And then dessert
12. TV Christmas specials that we love to hate.
13. Christmas themed bedding, have you purchased yours yet?
Furn Christmas Together Double Duvet Cover Set – £20
Furn Meowy Christmas King Duvet Cover Set – £24
Furn Christmas Together Double Duvet Cover Set – £20
14. The one time a year where you revel in playing family games (and feud when someone inevitably cheats at Monopoly).
15. Seeing the cousin you can always count on for a good time
16. Secretly consuming the snacks and carrots left out on Christmas Eve
17. Boxing Day walks
18. Cosy, fuzzy socks
Ted Baker Multi Pez Cashmere Socks – £29
Scott & Scott London Men’s Navy Cashmere Socks – £29
No. Eleven Pink Cashmere Ribbed Bed Socks – £25
19. Immediately wearing all of your new presents – extra points if all at once.
20. The excited buzz among fellow commuters on the train journey home for celebrations
21. Copious amount of canapes, why does everything taste better in mini form?
22. Driving around to see who has the best Christmas lights and decor out of your neighbours
23. Finally eating all of the food you’ve been ‘saving for the big day’
24. Having a post dinner nap under a cosy blanket
Rapport Stars Fleece Blanket – £16
Coach Khaki Monogram Blanket Scarf – £229
eve The Weighted Blanket Natural – £139
25. Every meet up with friends is a suitable occasion for a festive tipple or dessert (it’s the most wonderful time of the year, after all).
26. Grandad falling asleep on the sofa at every spare minute
27. Reuniting with friends you haven’t seen since pre-pandemic
28. Eating copious amounts of chocolate by the (real or faux) fire
29. Wearing red, even if you feel like it doesn’t normally suit you
Mango Red Zip Knit Jumper – £25
Soft Cashmere Red Cashmere Blend Jumper – £22
Amanda Wakeley Red Roll Neck Jumper – £139
30. The hope of a white Christmas (finally!)
31. Mince pies for breakfast
32. The return of Winter Wonderland
33. Hot chocolate from your favourite Christmassy mug
34. Dressing up your pet as Santa’s Little Helper
35. The smell of Christmas tree pine
36. A reason to wear sequins on a usually mundane Wednesday
Maje Black Vingo Sequin Blazer – £109
Ted Baker Multi Jocasta Sequin Mini Dress – £85
Whistles Champagne Sequin Midi Skirt – £49
37. Classic movie marathons, obviously including Love Actually and The Holiday
38. Having a ‘worst Christmas jumper’ themed bar crawl with friends
39. Watching the Queen’s Speech – a guilty pleasure of us all
40. Still waking up before the youngest person in your house – because you’re never too old to get excited…
41. Mulled wine at Christmas markets
42. Collecting Christmas cards and then reusing them as gift tags
Caroline Gardner 12 Pack Happy Christmas To You Cards – £10
Five Dollar Shake Set of 12 Snow Globe Christmas Cards – £10
Caroline Gardner 12 Pack Twas The Night Before Christmas Town Cards – £10
43. Wrapping presents
44.Novelty themed hats (the more coordinated the better)
45. Pretending you like Christmas pudding for one day only
46. Gathering the nerve to ask that special someone for a mistletoe kiss…
47. The temperature dropping enough to wear your cosiest winter coat
Whistles Grey Boucle Textured Wool Blend Coat – £109
No. Eleven Black Shearling Puffa Coat – £625
Mango Light/Pastel Grey Faux Shearling-Lined Lapel Coat – £75
48. Laughing for no apparent reason at a seriously bad cracker joke
49. Driving home for Christmas (sorry, we had to)…
50. The BrandElfy buy you’re most excited to share with your nearest and dearest. Discover our Christmas shop here!
Words: Maria Loizou
