The best presents are the ones still in rotation in March. This edit skips the candle-and-bath-set aisle for independent labels she’ll actually reach for: everyday pieces, a proper coat, something for the next big night.
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Under £75
WMNS WEAR. Limited-edition pieces somewhere between athleisure and glam, designed in London by three friends.
Wanderdoll. Sculpting dresses, co-ords and tailoring with a sleek, grown-up feel, at a price that leaves room for wrapping paper.
4TH & RECKLESS. Trend-led going-out tops, dresses and co-ords. A safe bet for party season.
£75 to £200
Maebe. Elevated everyday essentials: blazers, knitwear and wardrobe staples. The gift for the woman who dresses well without trying.
RE ONA. Seasonless, luxe basics from London-born sisters, cut to sculpt and made in limited runs.
COU COO. Female-owned and made in England: runway-inspired dresses and enhanced basics without the luxury price tag.
5ENSES. Premium British womenswear in bold colour and fluid textures. One for a holiday later in the year.
SUBSURFACE. Speciality silk from an independent LA label: liquid slips, tie tops and patchwork skirts.
BACINO. Holiday and occasion dresses, from white maxis to embellished gowns, plus swimwear with gold details. Bikinis start around £33, so it works at any budget, especially for the friend with winter sun already booked.
A VINTAGE FIT. Vintage-inspired pieces in modern sizing, from Afghan coats to fringe and feather dresses.
LEMONLUNAR. Made for women, by women in the UK: corset tops, suede, leopard and tassels.
DISSH. Easy linen, knitwear and dresses with a relaxed Australian ease.
The proper treat (£200+)
MEOTINE. Copenhagen outerwear: Scandi-minimal leather, suede, shearling and wool coats. A coat is the gift she’ll think of you in every winter.
TOVE. Sculpted, architectural pieces in natural fabrics. Quiet, but striking.
Hanifa. Fluid, figure-loving knits and dresses with an elegant, modern line.
Kilentar. Michelle Adepoju’s British-Nigerian label: hand-woven cotton, hand-applied beads and fringe. The kind of dress that gets asked about.
Onalaja. Sculptural demi-couture with African embellishment, in sizes XXS to 4XL.
Tolu Coker. Sharp tailoring and pleating from the British-Nigerian designer who opened London Fashion Week this year.
Hertunba. Lagos couture with Akwete, aso-oke, fringe and beadwork, from Florentina Agu’s label.
How to get it right
Sizes vary between labels, so check each brand’s size guide against something she owns. Unsure? A coat, knitwear or a silk slip is more forgiving than a fitted dress.
Still stuck? Ask the Édito Stylist. Tell it what she’s into and your budget, and it will pick three for you.
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