It's T-5 days til those sleigh bells ring and the social acceptance for ugly Christmas sweaters expires once again. And, let us guess, you still have no clue what you're getting mom, grand dad, your BFF, et al. Don't worry––we're here to help! We asked some OC friends to share their gift ideas for their loved ones this year. Check out what one of our favorite new designers, Serafina Sama of the dreamy London-based label ISA ARFEN, picked from Opening Ceremony London as presents this year.
Photos by Jodie Herbage
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The lovely Serafina at OC London, wearing her own MEN OVERSIZED COAT in blue.
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"A PENDLETON jacquard scarf for my dad because he is a country man."
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"Maslin Zebra Hide Beach Towel in foliage zebra for my mum because she is happiest in the sun."![]()
"Opening Ceremony & Timberland Convenience Boots in black for my brother, because he is a country boy."
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"A Ca&Lou lobo earring for my sister in law because she loves a jazzy earlobe."
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Serafina with her Isa Arfen picks: the POPE SHIRT in white, and HIGH WAISTED SKIRT in black.
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What other gifts are on your shopping list this year? "The DYPTIQUE 34 BOULEVARD SAINT GERMAIN SCENTED OVAL for my mother-in-law, because what do you give the domestic goddess who has everything? A BISCUITEERS CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS DIY TIN for my nieces, because they are tiny domestic goddesses in the making. Hugh Hefner's Playboy limited edition Taschen book for my husband, because I secretly want it for myself? Some framed butterflies from LES COUILLES DU CHIEN for myself because I never have enough insects hanging on my wall; and aCHARLOTTE OLYMPIA CAT NAP SET with satin slippers and an eye mask––so we can have purrrfect pyjama parties!"
Photos by Jodie Herbage
The lovely Serafina at OC London, wearing her own MEN OVERSIZED COAT in blue.
"A PENDLETON jacquard scarf for my dad because he is a country man."
"Maslin Zebra Hide Beach Towel in foliage zebra for my mum because she is happiest in the sun."
"Opening Ceremony & Timberland Convenience Boots in black for my brother, because he is a country boy."
"A Ca&Lou lobo earring for my sister in law because she loves a jazzy earlobe."
Serafina with her Isa Arfen picks: the POPE SHIRT in white, and HIGH WAISTED SKIRT in black.
What other gifts are on your shopping list this year? "The DYPTIQUE 34 BOULEVARD SAINT GERMAIN SCENTED OVAL for my mother-in-law, because what do you give the domestic goddess who has everything? A BISCUITEERS CHRISTMAS DECORATIONS DIY TIN for my nieces, because they are tiny domestic goddesses in the making. Hugh Hefner's Playboy limited edition Taschen book for my husband, because I secretly want it for myself? Some framed butterflies from LES COUILLES DU CHIEN for myself because I never have enough insects hanging on my wall; and aCHARLOTTE OLYMPIA CAT NAP SET with satin slippers and an eye mask––so we can have purrrfect pyjama parties!"