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Friday, 29 August, 2008
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Oh my God, don't you just, like, hate the way no one gets you what you want for Christmas?

Well, fear not young A-list junkies. We've compiled the ultimate gift list for the celebrity and fashion-obsessed, featuring pressies only the hottest, richest, pickiest stars would choose. And there's still time for a last minute dash!

So, if your best friend's got a thing about Paris' trinkets, Britney's perfumes or Kylie's wardrobe, then look no further: your Christmas wish lists have arrived - and just in time!

BRITNEY SPEARS


Not a day goes by without Britney getting snapped clutching a pint-sized cup of her favourite 'double shot mocha-choca iced frappucino' (or some such thing) from Starbucks.

So the obvious present for this party-loving pop star or any of her ardent supporters would be a voucher for the global coffee chain.

This may surprise you but the pop star and mum-of-two is also a closet bookworm - she was photographed recently reading a copy of C.S. Lewis' The Lion Witch and the Wardrobe. Get her! And get thee to Borders?

Fashion-wise, that might be a little trickier. We don't want to go recommending fans leave the house without their undies, or frighten neighbours with bizarre Halloween-inspired leotard costumes. But we did spot Britney wearing some pretty cool heart-shaped sunglasses recently, which fans are definitely allowed to covet.

Like so many stars, Brit also has her own range of perfumes - 'Curious' and 'Believe', by Elizabeth Arden. She loves dancing to her own track Gimme More when out with friends, and she is also reportedly addicted to using the sun bed - so, with that in mind, Britney fans should have plenty to choose from this Christmas.

Top Tips:

  • Britney's favourite clothes stores: Betsey Johnson, Abercrombie & Fitch, Fred Segal, Gap, Victoria's Secret and Urban Outfitters.
  • 'Curious' and 'Believe' fragrances by Britney Spears - Harvey Nicholls - Mall of the Emirates
  • Fake Bake tanning cosmetics
  • Starbucks vouchers - Any Starbucks coffee shop
  • Gimme More single - Virgin Megastore, Mall of the Emirates
  • The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe - Borders
  • Heart shaped sunglasses - Forever Love, Deira City Centre

KYLIE MINOGUE


Kylie fans may feel inclined to splash out this year in celebration of the pop star's return to the music scene, following her battle with breast cancer. Just as well, because, like all stylish celebs, the diminutive singer likes to wrap herself head to toe in designer gear.

Chanel is a particular favourite. Her own range of lingerie labelled 'Love Kylie' and her latest stocking range are much more reasonably priced, however, and they're also hot items this season.

Followers might be interested to know the Spinning Around star has just signed up to be the new face of Spanish jewellery brand Tous, having modelled a signature piece of the collection during a glitzy film premiere in October. Get your hands on this and it'll certainly add sparkle to your Christmas holidays!

Meanwhile, despite the fact she's decided to keep that famous bum under wraps from now on, Kylie still has her saucy side - she was one of the first takers for the new Twister Duvet Cover - based on the famously risqui game of bodily contortion.

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PARIS HILTON


Fans of the L.A. fashion princess are spoilt for choice this year, as there are more Paris Hilton-inspired fashion accessories than ever before.

The heiress has designed her own Paris Hilton Collection of baubles and trinkets, so the 'bling' factor this season is exceptionally high. Perfume is also a no-brainer - she has her own line, naturally, as well as her own clothing range (see below).

But even rich girls have worries. Paris has to fret over her pet pooches getting cold this winter, and will no doubt be reassured to know Burberry have brought out a new line of designer doggy wear.

Ever since a judge ruled that Paris must do time for violating her probation by driving with a suspended driver's license, the IT-girl has been hitting the bookstores hard, and her reading material seems geared towards a spiritual awakening. She was recently snapped reading Paulo Coelho's The Alchemist - a spiritual fable about a simple shepherd boy's journey.

But her most loyal fans need not worry; she still sports lip gloss like it's going out of fashion, her platinum blonde locks are as 'LA beach babe' as ever and this is what she has to say about Barbie: "(She's) one of my heroes... She may not do anything, but she always looks great doing it." Say no more.

Top tips:

  • Juicy tubes lip gloss - Harvey Nicholls, Mall of the Emirates
  • Designer Dog Wear
  • The Alchemist, by Paulo Coelho. Borders, Mall of the Emirates
  • Barbie doll - Toys R Us, Festival City
  • Paris' own clothing range, including pink+white gold-foiled T-shirts branded with the slogan 'Luv Thy Self', check here
  • Any jewellery and trinkets featuring hearts and butterflies. Check here for inspiration.

MADONNA


Close friends getting excited at the prospect of a Christmas gift from the multi-millionaire queen of pop might be in for a disappointment: she famously bought Britney a "priceless" 12th century book on, er, The Kabbalah.

But the thing with the Material Girl is that, these days, she prides herself on being anything but, well, 'material'. Gift items that are more up Madonna's street are heart-wrenching novels about struggling fathers and broken families (she was spotted reading The Night Listener by Armistead Maupin, recently).

She also allegedly swears by her strict macrobiotic diet and adores eating seaweed, sushi, and vitamin-packed smoothies. Most of all, kind, generous, loving actions - not ACTUAL gifts - are what it's about for Madge these days.

(It's all part of the Kabbalah ethos not to be drawn into the material world, but to live a simple life of love and friendship).

That said, our Madge is seriously into branded sportswear, with a mountain-high collection of Adidas tracksuits. She also loves yoga, and so a bit of yoga gear wouldn't go amiss to inspire fans to work off the (very un-Madonna) Christmas chocolate and pie binge.

Top tips:

  • The Night Listener by Armistead Maupin. Borders, Mall of the Emirates
  • Supergirl Tracksuit, Adidas
  • The Macrobiotic Way by Michio Kushi, Stephen Blauer, Wendy Esko. Borders, Mall of the Emirates
  • Nuala yoga wear and equipment
  • Kenwood Smoothie Maker. Carrefour, Deira City Centre

BRAD PITT


We all know Brad loves Gucci suits, trendy T-shirts and those mandatory 'I'm famous' dark glasses. But what you might not know is that he also loves slaving over a hot stove. Yep, the best present girlfriend Angelina Jolie could get him is a selection of hard wearing pots and pans, or a Jamie Oliver cookbook (they are meant to be pals, after all).

The Fight Club star is also an art lover, having recently splashed out USD $2 million on works by British graffiti artist Banksy. But mind the price tag if you are buying one for a friend - Banksys don't come cheap anymore.

Brad is apparently a big fan of actress Diane Wiest, so, while his girlfriend might be tempted to sneak a few Tomb Raider DVDs into his stocking, we're guessing a Wiest cult classic might be the answer (see below).

Brad, who turned 40 this year, recently lamented the ageing process, telling journalists it was beginning to wreak havoc on his famous looks. He said, "One thing sucks, your face kind of goes. Your body's not quite working the same. But you earned it. You earned that, things falling apart." So if any of his fans are beset by similar concerns, perhaps a pot of wrinkle cream in the stocking is the answer. You know what they say, better late than never...

Top tips:

  • Peter Thomas Roth Ultra-Lite Anti Aging Cream for Men, Harvey Nicholls, Mall of the Emirates
  • A Banksy print, from USD $80 (knock off website)
  • Dianne Wiest movies: e.g. Edward Scissorhands, Hannah And Her Sisters, or The Horse Whisperer - Virgin Megastore, Mall of the Emirates
  • Oliver Peoples Aviator sunglasses
  • Latest Jamie Oliver cookbook: Jamie At Home. Borders, Mall of the Emirates

ANGELINA JOLIE


The problem mum-of-four Angelina has with Christmas is that she, er, doesn't actually like Christmas. "I never really understood it," she says, which is why she has famously ditched the traditional turkey and sparkly tree in recent years and jetted off to spend Christmas in Africa and South America - last year she spent the big day with refugees in Costa Rica!

This time around, the crusading actress plans to use the festive season to educate her kids about customs from their native cultures. So what should fans be hoping for this year? Well, we know Angelina's favourite Disney movie is Dumbo, she apparently loves British TV comedy Little Britain, and she cites favourite musicians as Madonna, Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra, so any of these DVDs or albums would make handy stocking fillers.

Fashion-wise, how about some Lara Croft-style khaki shorts for some kick-ass jungle combat? Or perhaps a pair of her favourite sunglasses - Whitney shades, by Tom Ford.

For the quirkier among you (we know you're out there), why not splash out on some edible insects, as munched by Angelina during her days filming Tomb Raider in Cambodia. But be warned: these 'high protein' snacks are not the best accompaniment to roast turkey and sprouts.

Top tips:

  • Lara Croft-style khaki shorts. Next, Deira City Centre
  • Edible insects: crickets and giant toasted ants
  • Dumbo & Little Britain box set DVDs, plus Madonna, Elvis Presley, Frank Sinatra Cds - Virgin Megastore, Mall of the Emirates
  • Whitney Glasses by Tom Ford

BEYONCE KNOWLES


Beyonce has reportedly been paid up to USD $2 million for one day's work, so her followers won't be impressed with anything cheap and cheerful. Think big, people. Think bling.

With that in mind, there is only one mobile phone her fans will be interested in this year - that's right, the star's very own gold-and-burgundy B'Phone. The Samsung handset was created by Beyonce, and features a special start-up screen and the ability to download exclusive Beyonce photos, videos and a song she recorded as a child. Perfect to make those booty calls from.

In other areas, you'll be pleased to learn, the singer-turned-fashion diva is less demanding - she apparently makes do with a selection of exotic teas and two bars of soap as her backstage riders. So visit a tea shop for some yummy herbal infusions, or perhaps a beauty store for Beyonce's own perfume, True Star - for those who really want to emulate her.

But if you are set on splashing out on your Beyonce-obsessed loved one, her one real extravagance is Bigatti night cream: a diva-ish Dhs 600 a jar.

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