The SPOT.ph Early 'Ber Gift Guide: Tita Edition

(SPOT.ph) It's already the self-declared start of the holiday season, at least for us Pinoys. Here, holiday decorations pop up the moment the clock strikes midnight on September 1st with Halloween just a fleeting party-filled night that everyone will quickly forget. Still, despite the early onset of Christmas tunes playing in the mall, we find ourselves cramming for presents during the last few days before Christmas. Yes, we're looking at all of you trying to exit this article. For a change, why don't we try something different and start shopping early? That way, we get to actually relax before binging on delicious Noche Buena. With that, we're starting off this gift guide with tita in mind—she is one of the hardest ones to shop for after all.

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Here are 10 Christmas gift ideas you can give to your tita this holiday season:

Below P1,499

Solihiya Alcohol Dispenser (P270) from Orias 

We all have that one tita who's a real germophobe. It can't be helped. She'll spray down every surface imaginable—if she even goes out of the house, that is. Why not hit two birds with one stone and gift her something she'll truly appreciate like this solihiya alcohol holder from Orias. 

Available online and in Frankie & Friends General Store.

Cotton Striped Half Sleeve Shirt (P990) from Uniqlo

Ah yes, the so-called Pambansang Regalo. Whoever decided that Uniqlo is the best gift during the holiday season, we thank you. We're pretty sure tita already has a couple of blouses from the store, but you know what they say, "Welcome to Uniqlo", er, kidding aside, she can never have too many basics in her closet. 

Available online; See a list of Uniqlo stores.

Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk 20ml (P855) from Anessa

If not mom, tita might have been the one to teach you the importance of wearing sunscreen. Pay it forward this holiday season by gifting her SPF to add to her unending stock—as evidenced by her gorgeous youthful face.

Available online.

ROCKÅN Bathrobe (P1,490) from IKEA

Everyone deserves to have a robe to lounge in, tita included. This terry bathrobe from IKEA is perfect for long chilly nights or self-care sessions in between the countless holiday parties she's surely invited to. 

Available online and in IKEA Pasay City.

P1,500 to P4,999

Sleep Gift Set (P1,650) from Marks & Spencer

Being the social butterfly that she is, tita would most likely need a little help getting some shut-eye during the holiday season. This Sleep Gift Set from British brand Marks & Spencer is the perfect choice as it comes with a room and linen spray, aroma oils, a candle, an oil burner with a tealight, as well as an eye mask. 

Available online; See a list of Marks & Spencer stores.

Wooden Tray with Solihiya Inlay (P1,799) from Tahanan

If there's one thing that she has taught you, it's the art of entertaining at home. Gift tita this gorgeous solihiya inlay tray from Tahanan that's sure to cause envy among her amigas whenever they're over for high tea. 

Available online; See a list of Kultura stores.

VINTERFINT Throw (P1,890) from IKEA

There's nothing like a good comfy throw to snuggle in, especially during the cold 'ber months. This plaid print from IKEA is a good option for when tita wants a more festive color palette when she watches the countdown on TV. Who wants to go out to welcome the New Year anyway?

Available in IKEA Pasay City.

Feuille De Lavande (starts at P2,450) from Diptyque

There's nothing that a good scented candle can't fix and this one from Diptyque is bound to surely but slowly melt all of tita's stress away. This single wick candle has notes of lavender and is reminiscent of her summers spent in Europe. 

Available online; See a list of Rustan's stores.

Above P5,000

The Snapshot DTM Card Case Sunkissed (P7,500) from Marc Jacobs

If you have a lady boss tita, then this card case from Marc Jacobs would make for a perfect holiday gift. It's made of saffiano leather and has four card slots and one currency slot for a little bit of cash. Bonus points if her birthday's during December as this gift is a bit pricey.

Available online.

Spade Flower Jacquard Stripe Pouch (P9,650) from Kate Spade New York

Just in case you suddenly get a bonus in time for the holidays and want to gift your fave tita something extra special, this pouch from Kate Spade New York is a great choice. This woven jacquard wristlet has three card slots and a zip-top closure wherein she can easily carry the purse during quick errands. 

Available online.