Let’s be real. The lead-up to Christmas isn’t exactly a breezy stroll in the park. It’s more like a path strewn with frustrations, from orchestrating that long-overdue friend rendezvous, nailing down those festive fits for the festive photo dump, to pondering what on earth to gift your squad. But if you’re yearning for an expedited journey through the yuletide chaos, we’ve got the golden ticket – Delfi Orchard.
Include Delfi Orchard in your list of shopping destinations when searching for gifts for the most discerning individuals in your life
Nestled in the heart of Orchard Road, this mall is a treasure trove of discoveries, custom-tailored to match the quirkiest personalities in your life – those perennial enigmas who leave you pondering each year. Ahead, we’ve taken the liberty of doing the groundwork, meticulously curating a selection of eight exquisite gift ideas that demand a prime spot on your holiday shopping list.
Delfi Orchard is located at 402 Orchard Road, Singapore 238876. Visit delfiorchard.com.sg for more information.
What to expect: If you want that Haerin or So-yeon-inspired glow-up but can’t fly to Seoul, the next best choice is to pay a visit to Aqua Hair Korean Salon. With over a decade of experience in the latest Korean-inspired hairstyles, its team of all-Korean hairstylists works in harmony with you to create your dream do that not only complements your features but also keeps your tresses healthy.
Perfect for: Your equally K-pop-obsessed bestie
Deal alert: Elevate your experience with Aqua Hair Korean Salon’s Hair Packs in the month of December. Purchase or extend your hair packs and unlock a 25 per cent discount on your first service, while enjoying a continuous 20 per cent discount for all future hair services. Additionally, customers with active hair packs can receive a 50 per cent discount on hair treatments and haircut services on the day of purchase or renewal of their hair packs.
Tel: 6732-8011 & 6530-3623
Website: aquahair.sg
Opening hours: 10:30am to 7:30pm on weekdays and 11am to 6pm on weekends
What to expect: What’s a festive celebration without a little (or a lot of) bling? Discover bespoke jewellery designs at Benny’s, where the store’s attentive team will transform your personal tastes, stories, and ideas into exquisite, one-of-a-kind sparklers. Choose from its collection of rare and common gemstones, each meticulously sourced from around the world and subjected to its rigorous inspection, to create the jewellery piece of your dreams.
Perfect for: Someone you really love… or yourself, just because you deserve it
Deal alert: From November 20 to December 25, selected jewellery styles are discounted by up to 20 per cent, offering you more value for your money. Spend $500, and you’ll also have the opportunity to participate in a sure-win lucky dip, with the chance to win top prizes, including unheated gemstones.
Tel: 6336-6833
Website: bennysgems.com
Opening hours: 11am to 6:30pm from Mondays to Saturdays; closed on Sundays and public holidays
What to expect: Perhaps this Christmas, it’s all about giving a fun activity that will make your gift stand out from the pile. If that resonates with you, then Clay Cove’s pottery classes are worth considering. Providing a therapeutic and hands-on escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life, each two-hour session allows you to embrace your creative spark and channel it into crafting an actual piece of pottery that you can take home with you.
Perfect for: That one cousin whose Tinder profile mentions “experiences over things”
Deal alert: Enroll in a two-session pack priced at $150, where your instructor will guide you through a step-by-step class on personalising your own handmade clay gift. Additionally, there’s a foundational pottery course designed for school kids to make their school holidays extra memorable. This course includes four sessions and is priced at $200 per child, providing youngsters with the opportunity to explore their creative and spatial intelligence while creating items like ice cream bowls and animal sculptures.
Tel: 6733-8129
Website: claycove.com
What to expect: A good massage is hard to resist, and even better when it’s personalized to your specific needs. As the only therapy centre in Singapore offering personalized massages, your experience with Fhysio begins with a comprehensive assessment conducted by its team of professional physiotherapists. This assessment helps them understand your concerns and pains, enabling them to create a tailored plan for release and relaxation, targeting those hard-to-reach aching spots.
Perfect for: The friend that always complains about how tired they feel
Deal alert: From December 1 to 25, make the most of the 1-for-1 Christmas promotion they are currently offering, priced at $160 (regular price $320), which includes a 60-minute personalized massage therapy for two.
Tel: 6970-7257
Website: fhysio.com
Opening hours: 9am to 9pm daily
What to expect: The year-end is also a time for catching up with friends whom you haven’t seen for a while, and what better way to do it than during a hair treatment and manicure session? Mirror Mirror offers a variety of services tailored to make your tips and tresses look their best every day of the year. With its team of technicians and experts, you can be sure you’ll be pampered during each visit.
Perfect for: Spilling all the tea with your gossip library of a friend
Deal alert: From November 1 to December 31, check out its Kerastase Deep Cleansing Scalp Treatment + Express Mani promo, priced at $118 (usual price $180), which includes a deep-cleansing scalp scrub to remove sebum, product build-up, and environmental grime, promoting a healthier scalp. This is complemented by an express manicure. Alternatively, the Milbon Hair Repair Treatment + Express Mani – originally priced at $380 – is now available for $238. This treatment includes a four-step deep conditioning process that utilizes the Japanese brand’s dual-repair technology to restore and strengthen damaged hair. The results can last up to five weeks, ensuring your locks will continue to shine even into the new year.
Tel: 6232-7903
Whatsapp: 8873-8173
Website: mirrormirror.sg
Opening hours: 11am to 7:30pm daily; closed on Thursdays
What to expect: Continue the ‘tea-spilling’ at Rocky Master, where you and your bestie can catch up over its signature brews and a menu that covers Asian, fusion, and Western-style cuisines. Must-tries include its Rocky Master Signature Breakfast which comes with turkey bacon, chicken ham and scrambled eggs. Alternatively, you can try its selection of rice mains such as the Honey Garlic Salmon Rice. It also offer a wide range of pasta dishes and familiar favourites like the Laksa Supreme and Chicken Satay Quesadillas.
Perfect for: A mid-shopping refuel, or hot goss over hot food
Deal alert: Monthly specials are added regularly, so be sure to check its social media page or website for promo updates.
Tel: 6235-0998
Website: rockymaster.com.sg
Opening hours: 7:30am to 9:30pm daily
What to expect: Whether you’re in need of new glasses or a restock of contact lenses, Star Optical has got you covered. It provides in-store eye examinations, fittings for glasses and contact lenses, as well as a variety of assessments, from binocular vision to myopia management.
Perfect for: That person who’s up till late watching K-dramas in the dark
Deal alert: The optical shop is currently offering a promotion on glasses, providing a 30 per cent discount on frames and a 20 per cent discount on single vision, progressive, or myopia control lenses. Additionally, you can explore its online store to find discounted contact lens bundles from major brands such as Freshkon and Acuvue. Plus, enjoy free home delivery with a minimum purchase of two boxes.
Tel: 6737-2276 & 6737-5768
Whatsapp: 9663-3751
Website: staropticalco.com
Opening hours: 11am to 6pm on weekdays and 11am to 5pm on Saturdays; strictly by appointment on Sundays
What to expect: End the year looking your absolute best with a little help from The Aesthetic Chapter. Enter its soothing, spa-like interior and choose from a wide range of facials and body treatments. Each therapist is trained in administering these treatments using the latest medical-grade technology, ensuring that you’ll leave the medispa feeling and looking stunning.
Perfect for: Yourself, because 2023 was a ride and you deserve to go into 2024 looking nothing short of a billion bucks
Deal alert: Enjoy 10 per cent off all a la carte services for the entire month of Dec. Not applicable to packages and trial offers.
Tel/Whatsapp: 9785-7022
Website: aestheticchapter.sg
Opening hours:11am to 8pm on weekdays and 11am to 5pm on Saturdays; closed on Sundays
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