Christmas Gift Guide for Women Over 50 Buyers

Welcome to the Lifestyle Fifty Christmas Gift Guide for women over 50. Specifically formulated for mature women who are looking for gifts of substance which won’t break the bank, but which will delight family and friends.

I’ve also compiled this list with Secret Santa’s in mind. In this case I think all of the featured products would be a welcome surprise for any recipient.

This gift guide contains …

• Christmas gift ideas for men and women
• Unusual Books
• Natural and Organic Skin Care Products
• Minimalist designer watches

Watches of Distinction

For the man in your life, I don’t think you can go past a new watch, and I’m loving Danish watch brand Nordgreen’s minimalist watches. With their choice of watch faces, interchangeable watch straps, face colours and case colours you can design the perfect watch to suit your individual style.

Designed by Jakob Wagner, these watches are exquisite. This Danish Watch brand produces designer watches for men and women that are both minimalistic and effortlessly stylish.

Nordgreen focuses on sustainable design and social responsibility, ensuring that you are not just buying any old watch.

Nordgreen’s men’s watches and women’s watches make great Christmas ideas for that someone special in your life.

My two favourites are The Pioneer and the Native.

For Dave I’ve chosen …

The Pioneer

I love the manly look and feel of The Pioneer * from its sturdy, sophisticated watch face to the gorgeous vegan strap. Straps, watch faces, dial colours and case colours are interchangeable – check out the different option at Nordgreen.

The seconds hand, as well as the minute counter, features a red tip reminiscent of the design influence of sustainable energy windmills.

• 42mm
• Saphire Glass
• Japanese Quartz Miyota Movement
• Rounded Hands
• Stopwatch
• Date Calendar
• Dial Colors: White, Black, Blue
• Case Colors: Silver, Rose Gold, Gold, Gun Metal

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The Native

For a female friend or relative my choice would be The Native * It’s sleek and trendy but sturdy enough for active day to day wear too. If you’re after a ladies fashion watch, then this is it.

Nordgreen unveils the second generation of its bestseller timepiece, the Native, by offering subtle design updates and additional combinations and finishes.

It’s beauty is in the details, as the longer 9 and 3 o’clock marks as a design special tribute to the balance of Danish life and culture.

• Native Lille: 32mm
• Remodeled Native: 36mm, 40mm
• Japanese Quartz Miyota Movement
• Rounded Hands
• Transparent minute marks
• Dial Colors: White, Black, Blue
• Case Colors: Silver, Rose Gold, Gold, Gun Metal

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Nordgreen’s new Vegan Straps

• New Vegan straps – Finally, a watch strap that is both sustainable for our planet and reassuring for your changing values. Made from a cotton and polyester blend, Nordgreen’s Vegan Leather Strap gives you an alternative leather experience, with no compromise to quality.
• No conflict minerals
• No heavy metal stabilizers
• No persistent organic pollutants
• No toxic by-products
• No phthalate plasticizer
• +99% of solvents are recaptured and recycled

Read more about Nordgreen in a Lifestyle Fifty article here : Minimalist Watches

Three Hours From

With the recent publication of Three Hours From * Lonely Planet presents the best day and weekend trips within three hours of 60 of the world’s favourite cities, from Amsterdam and Běijīng to Marrakesh and Rio de Janeiro.

Australia is represented by several short escapes from Brisbane, Hobart, Melbourne, Sydney and Perth, as well as the breakout lists “Australia’s best food & drink escapes”, and “Oceania’s most fascinating indigenous experiences”.

With sights, activities and hidden gems – all built around themes like Art & Culture, the Outdoors and Food & Drink – Three Hours From… has amazing ideas for city escapes and long stopovers, as well as new experiences to discover in one’s own backyard.

“In this book we hope to inspire you to look beyond the city limits for your next adventure,” Lonely Planet says. “Whether you’re in Delhi, Vancouver, Brisbane or Rome and whether you live there, work there, are on vacation or are simply passing through with a day to kill, we encourage you to widen your net.”

“Just an hour and 40 minutes from Cape Town you can spy breaching whales from the cliff path at Hermanus; within two hours of Manhattan you can be surfing at Rockaway Beach; and if you find yourself in Běijīng with time on your hands, you can choose between rafting a scenic gorge, visiting Jin era temples, or hiking along the Great Wall – all are within three hours of the city.”

“Each of the 60 global cities in this book is presented with a map of the surrounding area, pinpointed with up to 18 of the most exciting, in-the-know things to do within three hours,” Lonely Planet continues.

“These pinpoints are colour-coded by theme so you can easily find what you’re interested in, be that outdoor pursuits, arts and culture, history, festivals and events, film and music, or food and drink. The corresponding entries are ordered by the time it takes to get there from the city centre, so whether you’ve got just a couple of hours or a whole weekend, you can find an adventure, if not on your doorstep, then three hours from it.”

Another book, and slightly more geared to the man who has everything perhaps? Lonely Planet has produced a wonderful book * about …

The Universe

Let Lonely Planet take you further than ever before with the world’s first and only travel guide to the Universe.

Developed with the latest data from NASA, Lonely Planet takes you from our home on Earth and out into the far reaches of the solar system, then into our neighbouring stars and planetary systems, and finally into the rest of our galaxy and the Universe.

This fascinating journey helps you explore space as you would the world with a Lonely Planet guide.

Unique to these pages are wonderful comparisons of Earth with the other worlds of our solar system and even those exoplanets orbiting other stars.

The Universe

Next a book that might suit your children, or nephews and nieces – or a gift to yourself perhaps? I know many of you are training for marathons, or belong to running clubs. Keep it up! Be inspired by some of these epic runs and book your tickets!

Epic Runs of the World

In this comprehensive runner’s companion *, you’ll find 50 of the world’s greatest running routes – from short city runs and must-do marathons to cross-country trails and challenging ultras – plus a further 150 courses around the globe to satisfy runners of all abilities.

Each run is accompanied by stunning photos and a map and toolkit of practical details – where to start and finish, how to get there, where to stay and more – to help you plan the perfect trip. Suggestions for similar runs around the world are also included.

Epic Runs of the World

Let’s move on to some delicious and delightful face products. Perhaps for the discerning friend who loves all things natural and organic, someone who shies away from the big name brands.

Gorgeous Woman must-have

Beauty Products

Gorgeous Woman Skin Care is a premium plant based range focusing on anti-ageing, super nourishing products for smooth, silky, hydrated skin. 

Gorgeous Woman products as shown above * were developed by Anne McBride over a 20+ year period to work in harmony with, and to enhance her face-lifting techniques.

“With pure plant extracts and essential oils our products are guaranteed to leave you feeling drenched in the beauty of nature.”

Anne is a professional reflexologist, specialising  in anti-aging facial reflexology. Her area of expertise includes natural face-lifting massage, ancient Japanese facial acupressure, Ayurvedic face-lifting massage techniques and anti-ageing facial reflexology.

Read more about the Gorgeous Woman skin care products creator Anne McBride in an in depth profile here : From Pastry Chef to Skin Care Specialist. Anne McBride tells her Gorgeous Woman story.

Use code Lifestyle50 for 10% discount on purchases from the Gorgeous Woman online shop.

Check out the wonderful products and also some money saving discount packages too – ideal for Christmas or birthday gifts.

Essano Rose Hip Oil

Skincare Collection

The essano™ Rosehip Oil skincare collection * is made with certified organic Rosehip Oil and aims to reduce the appearance of fine lines and wrinkles by infusing your skin with ingredients sourced from nature.

So if you’re looking for a gift for the woman who’s looking for something natural and organic, then look no further.

“Our skincare is formulated with Certified Organic Rosehip Oil and active botanicals. is the #1 Natural Skincare brand in NZ*”

“essano™ is crafted on the belief that everyone should be able to have gorgeous products and amazing results without harm to themselves, our planet and our furry friends.”

“That’s why we hand-select superstar natural ingredients, proven for their effectiveness and ability to deliver amazing results. We reject any harsh chemicals that could irritate, contaminate or be unsafe. We make the most sustainable choices possible and only ever test on lucky humans – that’s Our Product Promise and it’s one of the strongest in the world.”

“We’re proudly crafted in New Zealand through our on-site lab and factory to ensure the manufacture process is monitored every step of the way.”

To purchase head over to the Rosehip Oil Skin Care Products shop online.

The St. Tropez Self Tan Purity Bronzing Water Face Mist

This is a revitalising water mist* that simultaneously locks in the tanning actives to the skin. The formula contains lightweight tropical Hibiscus Flower extract, which can help protect skin from free radicals in the environment, and refreshing Green Mandarin Water, infused with naturally derived tanning actives, for the most natural looking tan. Alongside this, Hyaluronic Acid boosts hydration to keep skin looking youthful and glowing. It can be applied under make up – simply spritz and glow! 

I wish you Happy Buying this Christmas – and beyond. These gift ideas would also make great gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, mother’s and father’s days too!

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