CHRISTMAS
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Join Hood for festive fashion, fizz and shopping at Westfield St James Quarter, with lunch, style inspiration and goodie bags.
From Liberty to Penhaligon’s, these are the best men’s advent calendars for grooming, fragrance and a seriously good Christmas countdown.
The best beauty advent calendars of 2026, from Sephora and Liberty to Space NK, Selfridges, ELEMIS and more.
Elegant and indulgent, Neil Forbes’ refined chocolate tart is a quietly luxurious dessert, perfect for festive tables and special gatherings.
Technically dazzling and lavishly produced, this year’s Festival Theatre panto impresses hugely — but perfection comes at a cost.
With December on the horizon, Team Hood thinks it’s about time we got into the festive spirit - so why not learn how to make the most festive tipple of them all to see you there in style?
Castle of Light marks its spectacular closing night with special £10 tickets, offering one last chance to experience the magic at a fraction of the price.
A quietly luxurious gifting moment lands in Edinburgh today as COS brings complimentary festive engraving to its St James Quarter store. From personalised candles to engraved fragrances, it’s the kind of thoughtful finishing touch that turns last-minute shopping into something far more considered.
Friend of Hood and Sunday roast aficionado Fletch from The Lad Dads Guide shares his Brussels sprouts recipe. Crispy pancetta, roasted nuts and optional cream transform a festive favourite into a standout Christmas side dish that even sprout sceptics will love.
Create a beautifully dressed front door with this simple, step-by-step Christmas wreath guide that delivers festive impact without fuss.
Soft, spiced and utterly moreish, these snickerdoodle cookies from Edinburgh’s The Pastry Section are the ultimate festive bake — perfect for sharing, gifting or keeping all to yourself.
Allan Stewart marks his golden year in panto, a 50 season milestone that has shaped Scottish entertainment for half a century. Here he reflects on the craft, the graft and the joy that keeps him coming back.
From fragrance brunches to festive nights, 2025 was our biggest year yet—powered by our readers, their energy, style and generosity.
Finding the perfect present can feel like a full-time job, but Scotland’s premier shopping destination, St James Quarter, makes it effortless. The Hood team has curated an edit of gifts guaranteed to impress, delight and earn you major brownie points this Christmas.
The holidays are finally here and it’s time to get fully in the Christmas spirit. And what better way to do that than with a festive cocktail? These recipes are all quick and easy to make at home, whether you’re entertaining guests this Christmas Eve or just fancy a treat for yourself.
Win two tickets to Scottish Ballet’s magical production of The Snow Queen at Glasgow’s Theatre Royal this January.
Christmas has gone cosy this year. Choose 80s New York style that’s actually rooted in Scottish style. Think tartan table runners and red bows. Just add a real fire and you’re good to go.
Scottish Ballet’s The Snow Queen returns this winter, dazzling audiences with icy magic, live orchestration and a cast of homegrown talent.
Timeless, textural and tastefully festive. Discover the Hood edit of the five best Christmas wreaths for your front door this December.
Pretty Pleasures celebrates the joyful little things — from chic PJs to kitsch Christmas decor — that make Christmas feel special, fun and beautifully festive.