It’s that time of year again and wow, how time has flown. It feels as if it was yesterday that I was writing our Top 10 Advent Calendars for 2021 and well here I am again; This year, with even juicier advent calendars up my sleeve.
This year’s brands have really raised the bar for Advent Calendars and it’s proving to be extremely difficult to not order a few to indulge in over the festive period. Nevertheless, let’s get this show on the road and see what brands have up their sleeves this year.
For the guilt-free chocolate lovers
NOMO
We all love chocolate but for those who have allergies or intolerances, it may be hard to have a choc advent calendar that is guilt-free. Well, look no further as NOMO have brought out two awesome advent calendars that are certain to fulfil all of your chocolate needs.
NOMO’s Winter Wonderland Advent Calendar is an assortment of non-dairy alternatives to milk chocolate with caramel flavour and sea salt & non-dairy alternative to milk chocolate. Free from egg, gluten, milk and nuts, NOMO’s advent calendars are a go-to this festive season.
NOMO has also brought out another Advent Calendar called Caramel Celebration which has 24 doors and behind each one are non-dairy alternatives to milk chocolate with vegan caramel flavour centre drops and 1 non-dairy alternative to milk chocolate with a vegan caramel flavour centre bar.
Whether you are looking for a guilt-free solution to your festive needs or you are in need of a non-dairy alternative, then NOMO has everything you are looking for.
For the gin lovers
Eden Mill
We all know someone who loves a gin and so why not treat them or yourself to this fabulous Eden Mill 12 Gins of Christmas Advent Calendar?
Eden Mills has come out with this gin-tastic advent calendar which holds 12 different gin miniatures for you to discover throughout December. Not to forget, it comes along with bespoke tulip glasses for you to try the gins in!
If you are never too sure if you are going to like a flavour or not, then this is the gift for you. With gin flavours of Neptune, Candy Cane, Rosa and Passion, this is definitely an advent calendar not to miss out on. Whether you’re a gin lover or someone who likes to try out different flavoured spirits, this advent calendar could be everything you’ve ever wished for.
For the coffee aficionados
Artisan Coffee Co
Bottom two images; The Ultimate Coffee Pod Advent Calendar RRP £69.95
Available to purchase from www.ArtisanCoffeeCo.com
If you are or know any coffee lovers in your life then the next advent calendars are for you. Artisan Coffee Co has come out with an awesome range of advent calendars to fill your coffee cravings in time for Christmas. If you’re not a huge chocolate fan, then why not try one of these coffee advent calendars that have a range of different pods and sachets to give you the boost you want and need?
Artisan Coffee Co’s Coffee Pod Advent Calendar has 24 doors and behind each one there is a Nespresso compatible pods in six different blends to enjoy on the countdown before the big day. Not to forget you’ll have a special surprise behind door 24. This calendar is perfect for those who have a Nespresso machine and cannot go without their daily coffee- What more could you want?
If you are looking to take it to the next level then why not go for their Ultimate Coffee Pod Advent Calendar? Similar to the coffee pod calendar, this advent calendar has extra goodies hidden behind each door; Designed to share or for you to indulge on your own, each door has two pods, plus matching chocolates from each of our delicious characters for you to enjoy.
Whatever you do in the run-up to Christmas, make sure to get your hands on one of these!
For those looking to spice their time up in the bedroom
LoveHoney
Now if you or a partner are looking to spice things up ahead of Christmas day then this alluring lingerie advent calendar from LoveHoney is everything you’ve been hoping for.
Worth over £100 combined, this stunning advent calendar has a beautiful selection of gift-wrapped treats to make December the best month yet.
With everything you need to please/ tease yourself, or your beau; From a sheer mesh tie-front bra with matching undies to a matching eye mask and scented candle. This cosmic-inspired lingerie calendar is perfect for building up anticipation as each day arrives or if it is just too irresistible, you can reveal what’s behind the doors all at once and let loose!
One thing for certain is that I know that this advent calendar is definitely a gift that keeps on giving!
For the kiddos
Roblox
If you are looking for an advent calendar for kids in your life that isn’t chocolate, then the Roblox Advent Calendar is perfect! Whether they play Roblox or not, they are bound to treasure this Advent Calendar. Hiding behind each door is an exclusive holiday figure and accessories for them to play with!
After all the doors are opened, the lucky kiddo can mix and match parts to build their own Roblox character and there are even 2 redemption codes that are ready to be unveiled so they can unlock 2 virtual items on the Roblox app itself!
If you’re after an advent calendar that is promised to make a child in your life smile then this is the one for you!
For the hair-obsessed
Beauty Works
Now, this calendar is what dreams are made of. BeautyWorks have brought out this delightful advent calendar that is jam-packed full of their most-loved products; From their professional curling tong to their much-loved detangling brush, there are 12 luxury haircare products that are waiting to be revealed.
Not only is the exterior gorgeous but what is inside is even more amazing. For £180, you are getting £300 worth of products so this is a fabulous deal! If you are hesitant in trying new products for your hair then this is a great way to try and test products before splurging!
For all of your haircare dreams to come true, Beautyworks has everything you need to make them a reality!
For those needing some extra TLC
Nivea
Nivea is an all-time favourite and an absolute staple in my routine so I am absolutely stoked to see they have released an Advent Calendar full of amazing goodies for us all. Suitable for both men and women, this Nivea advent calendar has a bunch of staple products for you to use and love.
From their much-loved Soft Moisturising Cream and Hydro Care Caring Lip Balm to their MicellAIR Sensitive Micellar Water, this advent calendar is giving everything we need and more! Especially as it is getting colder, your skin can be chapped and dry but this calendar will resolve all of your problems!
Not only will the calendar look stunning on your vanity or desk but it is also perfect for sharing with your friend or partner. Whatever you do, consider Nivea this Christmas.
For the self-care enthusiasts
ARRAN Sense of Scotland
Arran Sense of Scotland has an awesome calendar that is perfect for those who love trying new products at shower/bath time. If you or someone you know likes trying new products then grab one of Arran’s Advent Calendars to treat yourself even more in the countdown to Christmas.
Containing contents worth over £140, including a selection of our most popular collections; After the Rain, Glenashdale, Seaweed & Sage and Lochranza, this advent calendar holds a range of shampoos, conditioners, candles and soaps so you can feel 100% in the run-up to the big day. Especially as the run-up to Christmas can be challenging, this is the perfect way to wind down and encourage yourself to take care of your self-care needs.
For the foodies
Bonne Maman
Another fabulous advent calendar is from Bonne Maman and this is a conserve lover’s dream!
If you are anything like me or those around me, you appreciate trying new things. Perhaps this isn’t the advent calendar for fussy eaters but this one from Bonne Maman is the perfect route to try new jams and conserves!
With 23 mini conserves and 2 surprises behind the doors, there are more than enough different goodies to try as you go along- In retrospect, if you really wanted to, you could have a different conserve each day! Or if you want to prolong the novelty, you can save them for later.
Either way, if you are looking for something to sweeten up your tastebuds before festivities begin then the Bonne Maman Advent Calendar is for you.
For the beauty obsessed
Glossybox
Last but certainly not least, for all of your beauty and self-care needs, Glossybox has something amazing up its sleeves. Worth up to £443 and packed full of the finest brands; Glossier, The Beauty Crop, Magnitone and Milk Makeup to name a few, Glossybox’s “Freeze the Moment” advent calendar is the ultimate way to spoil yourself over the Christmas period.
Behind each door, there is a product that you are bound to fall in love with. As you will only be paying less than a quarter of the retail price, the Glossybox Advent Calendar is perfect for those who don’t like to splurge before testing out the products beforehand.
To give you an idea of what amazingness it contains, there will be Glossier lip balm, Cetaphil cleanser and behind day 25 is a Magnitone Facial cleansing brush; This advent calendar really is a bargain for what you get inside so why not grab one before they sell out?!
This year’s advent calendars have definitely been the best yet- What one do you think you’ll be grabbing?; Either for your loved ones or perhaps an early Christmas gift to yourself, whoever you buy for, this is going to be the best Christmas yet.
If you want to see our Top 10 Advent Calendars for 2021, then please click here.