The Carmen Walker Team Christmas Gift Guide 2025
Our 2025 Christmas Gift Guide - curated with care by the women behind the chair.
A Thoughtful Edit by the Women at Carmen Walker -Christmas 2025
There’s something calming about the lead-up to Christmas - the darker evenings, the soft glow of warm lights, and the feeling of wanting to choose gifts that genuinely mean something. In Leamington Spa, the season always brings a gentle hush; long coats, early sunsets, warm hands around takeaway coffees. And inside the salon, the same question comes up every year:
“What on earth should I get her?”
This year, the women of Carmen Walker have created a gift guide worthy of sitting under any Christmas tree. Curated by the stylists behind one of Warwickshire’s leading boutique salons, this guide brings together thoughtful ideas chosen with care, shaped by the personal styles of the women you see behind the chair. This is your Carmen Walker Christmas Gift Guide 2025: considered, elegant, and made for women who appreciate things that feel quietly special.
Whether you’re shopping for someone who already loves the salon, a beauty enthusiast looking for the best haircare gifts of 2025, or simply browsing for inspiration, this is your refined Christmas Gift Guide - made with love, by us.
Carmen’s Edit: For the Woman Who Exudes Quiet Confidence
Carmen’s selections reflect how she carries herself in and out of the salon: calm, warm, and effortlessly polished. Each piece feels intentional - the kind of gift that shows you truly considered them.
Carmen’s gentle, thoughtful choices - calm pieces with a quietly polished feel.
The Carmen Walker Gift Card: The most requested Christmas present in our salon - and for good reason. Whether it’s a blow dry, a smoothing treatment, or a full colour refresh, a gift card can feel like a small exhale - a pause to reset, refresh, or welcome in a new season of hair. It’s a thoughtful gesture for someone who deserves a little time for themselves.
Kérastase 8H Magic Night Serum: There’s something soothing about ending the day with a product that cares for you while you sleep. This soft, silky serum helps winter hair feel restored by morning - a simple pleasure during the colder months.
Oura Ring: Elegant in the quietest way. A small piece that supports wellbeing without demanding attention. It suits the woman who values both beauty and balance without ever becoming a distraction.
Trudon Candle: Regal, warm and atmospheric. A Trudon candle transforms a winter evening and feels like a moment of French heritage wrapped in gold.
Linen Slingbacks: Understated, feminine, and incredibly chic - a wardrobe staple for the stylish minimalists.
Dragon Diffusion Bag: Structured yet soft in tone, with a depth of colour that feels perfect for winter. The kind of bag that settles into your wardrobe and stays and becomes an old friend.
Carmen’s edit is perfect for the woman who appreciates a refined Christmas - pieces she’ll use, wear, and treasure.
Lucy’s Edit: Soft Glam, Everyday Romance, and Rituals of Self-Care
Lucy’s picks are gentle and feminine - infused with the glow she’s known for in the salon. Think soft mornings or evenings spent indoors when the world feels a little calmer. Everything here is chosen for comfort, ease, and the quiet joy of looking after yourself.
Lucy’s soft, pretty picks - gentle pieces chosen for slow mornings and cosy winter evenings.
La Bonne Brosse Hair Brush: A beautifully made brush that turns a simple task into a calming moment. It feels lovely in the hand and hair and is one of those quiet daily rituals that makes a difference.
Diptyque Roses Candle: Fresh, delicate, and softly floral. A light, pretty scent that fills a home with ease and the faintest touch of romance. The perfect “first luxury candle” gift.
Fiona Franchimon Hairpin: Subtle sculptural beauty. Effortlessly elevates a simple bun or half-up style - ideal for festive gatherings or everyday elegance.
Skims Pyjamas: Soft, breathable, and just right for unwinding. Perfect for early nights and long, slow mornings. The Christmas morning must-have.
Coach Bag: Classic, versatile, and beautifully giftable.
Authentic Beauty Concept Glow Spray - A mist of softness that leaves hair looking naturally bright and healthy - this time of year, it’s a lovely way to bring a bit of brightness back during those cold winter months.
Lucy’s edit is perfect for the woman who adores softness, warmth, and beauty woven into her everyday rituals.
Grace’s Edit: Timeless Taste, Elegant Minimalism, and Cold-Weather Chic
Grace leans toward pieces that never feel tired - simple, well-chosen things that bring a sense of calm. Her edit has a quiet consistency to it; items that feel good to use and lovely to keep close.
Grace’s gentle, considered picks — calm classics chosen for winter days.
Satin Pillowcase: A small change with a gentle reward. Smooth on the skin, easy on the hair, and a soft way to end the day.
Authentic Beauty Concept Texture Spray: Adds movement without effort - a natural, lived-in texture perfect for winter styling. Light enough for everyday, special enough for occasions.
Fujifilm X100F Camera: We all know Grace’s passion hobby is photography, so it’s no surprise this gift makes it to the list. A beautifully crafted camera that turns ordinary scenes into memories you want to keep. There’s something lovely about capturing winter moments with it.
Heaven Mayhem Watch: Understated, uncluttered, and quietly elegant. A piece that brings calm structure to the wrist.
Harrods Hot Chocolate: Rich, comforting, and best enjoyed lingering over. Ideal for slow afternoons when the world outside feels cold.
Classic Claw Clip: Simple, polished, and endlessly wearable. The easiest way to pull hair back on those busy days.
Our Christmas Gift-Wrapping Service
There’s something special about receiving a gift that feels beautifully put together, especially at this time of year. To make Christmas gifting feel a little easier - we now offer a gentle gift-wrapping service in the salon for all beauty and haircare gifts, including any Carmen Walker gift cards.
Each piece is wrapped in calm, neutral tones with simple, understated detailing, designed to pair perfectly with our most loved Kérastase and Authentic Beauty Concept favourites. The moment it’s passed from one pair of hands to another, it already feels thoughtful.
For those shopping locally in Leamington Spa, it’s an easy way to pick up a beautifully prepared present without the rush or the noise - just a thoughtful moment, ready to place under the tree.
A small detail, but one that always leaves a lovely impression.
Wrapped in warm tones with a simple ribbon - a quiet, thoughtful way to give something special.
The Carmen Walker Gift Card
Every winter, this becomes one of the most thoughtful ways to treat someone you love. A Carmen Walker gift card isn’t just about hair, it’s about giving someone a chance to pause, breathe, and step into a space that feels warm and calming and to step out leaving like the best version of themselves.
Whether they choose a blow dry, a smoothing treatment, fresh colour, or a seasonal refresh, it’s a gift that fits around their life and their mood. Simple, personal and always appreciated.
Shopping in Leamington Spa this Christmas
There’s a charm to shopping locally - especially when you know the gifts you choose will be used and loved. In Leamington Spa, thoughtful gifting always seems to lean towards pieces with a gentle presence: soft haircare, comforting scents, simple accessories, and moments of self-care.
Whether you’re picking up a treatment voucher, a Kérastase favourite, or something small like an Authentic Beauty Concept spray to tuck into a stocking, the salon is here to help you choose something that feels just right.
Shopping for Christmas gifts in Leamington Spa feels a little calmer when you know you can choose thoughtful beauty gifts, haircare favourites and seasonal treats right here in town.
A few dates for your festive diary:
As the town begins to glow with Christmas lights and winter traditions, here are a few moments to look forward to in Leamington Spa this season:
Sunday 30 November – Saturday 7 December
Christmas Tree Festival at All Saints Church
A calm and quietly beautiful display to wander through as the season begins.
Saturday 6 December
Small Business Saturday
A lovely day to support independent shops - with free off-street parking at WDC and Royal Priors parking facilities.
Sunday 7 December
Leamington Lantern Parade
One of the town’s most gentle, magical evenings as handmade lanterns fill the streets. More details can be found at: www.leamingtonlanternparade.co.uk.
And throughout November, you can join free lantern-making workshops every Sunday (16, 23 & 30 November) in the old M&S unit at Royal Priors.
A glimpse of Christmas at the Royal Priors in Leamington Spa - soft lights, winter bustle, and the charm of Leamington Spa during the festive season.
Christmas & New Year Opening Hours
As we move into the quieter days of Christmas, the salon will be slowing down for a short winter break. This is our chance to rest, reset, and get ready for a beautiful start to the year ahead. If you’re planning a visit or looking to book your next appointment in Leamington Spa, here are our festive opening times:
Monday 22nd December: Closed
Tuesday 23rd December: 08:30 – 19:30
Wednesday 24th December: Closed
Thursday 25th December: Closed
Friday 26th December: Closed
Saturday 27th – Wednesday 31st December: Closed
Thursday 1st January: Closed
Friday 2nd January: 09:30 – 20:30
If you’d like help choosing the right Christmas gift, or want to book a winter appointment with one of the team, we’re here whenever you need us.
We’ll reopen with fresh energy and soft, calm January appointments from the 2nd. Thank you for your kindness, support, and the many beautiful moments shared with us this year - we can’t wait to welcome you back in the new year.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Gifts that feel considered — haircare she’ll actually use, soft accessories, cosy pieces for winter evenings, or experiences that give her a moment to herself.
You can visit our shop for all your hair care essentials she’ll love, or pop in and we will be happy to help! -
Yes! It’s personal without being complicated, and it gives the freedom to choose exactly what they want, whether it’s styling, colour, or care.
Gift vouchers are available to shop here.
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We recommend conditioning treatments, smoothness-boosting products, softening serums, and lightweight styling essentials = especially Kérastase and Authentic Beauty Concept favourites. All available to shop with us in store or online.
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Absolutely. The team can recommend products based on hair type, preferences, and seasonal needs - and they’re always happy to help you wrap a thoughtful set with out gift wrapping service.
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Each selection reflects the personality and style of the women behind the chair - making the guide feel warm, personal, and quietly curated.
