Thoughtful gift ideas to make this Christmas unforgettable!
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Get your festive gifting sorted at Parkway Parade! Whether it’s for your sporty friend, travel buddy or someone who loves the finer things in life, we’ve got the perfect inspiration for you. Thoughtful gifts, a touch of luxury, and a little something extra - find everything you need and more, all in one place!
For Gym Goers
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For those who love pushing their limits, gift activewear that boosts performance, confidence and style! Find the perfect training shoes, gear and accessories at Under Armour (#01-37-40 & 56/57). Their Project Rock collection hits home base, each piece versatile enough for the gym or daily outings!
The Unisex Project Rock 7 Training Shoes have an ultra-precise fit, responsive cushioning and maximises ground contact to power through! The Project Rock Let’s Go Workout Long Sleeve top has ultra-soft, 4-way-stretching double-knit fabric for better movement, plus odour-control technology – perfect for a good sweat at the gym!
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Throw in the Project Rock Lifting Gloves with premium leather palms for protection and grip, and pair with the water-resistant Unisex Project Rock Waist Bag – complete with adjustable strap, zippered main compartment and side pockets to keep essentials nice and dry!
For Outdoor Adventurers & Yoga Enthusiasts
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Know someone who loves outdoor adventures such as hiking, cross-country cycling and triathlons? Head to Key Power Sports (#01-71-73) for more fun on their next one!
Their Swimskins or Race Suits offer speed in the water or on the bike! The ZOOT Ultra Hydrox Swimskins feature revolutionary compression fabric, maximising swim performance and mobility, while ZOOT’s Tri Aero Fz Racesuit is aerodynamic with ice pockets and nutrition pockets for secure storage! Add on essentials like Trigger Point’s The Grid X Foam Roller which can break through the body’s toughest, tightest trouble spots for relief from intense aches and pains.
For your yoga-at-home friend, the Manduka PRO Squared Yoga Mat showcases the performance of their legendary Black mat PRO with double the mat space. Even two people can practice at the same time!
For the Travel Lovers
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Over at iStudio (#B1-03/04), there’s a gadget for everyone, regardless of travel style! With a thin design, all-day battery life, and improved display and connectivity, the iPad Pro M4 is perfect for entertainment-on-the-go. Looking for something handy? Grab the stunningly portable iPad Mini, with ultra-fast performance and game-changing graphics.
For practical friends, the Birf Eco Mini 70W GaN Ultra Compact Charger comes in a nifty little case to charge an assortment of electronics! To keep their phone well-protected, use the chic military-grade drop-tested Birf EcoGuard Case with anti-fingerprint and anti-scratch technology.
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For music lovers, the OPENEAR PLUS’ waterproof, ultra-stable wireless air-conduction headphones are lightweight, with an open-ear design to keep them safe on the road.
For the Young & Young-at-Heart
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Miss the days of playing board games with the family? Head to Toys”R”Us (#02-33) for nostalgic classics: Monopoly - The Hello Kitty Edition, The Game of Life, UNO Flip Attack and Jenga!
For more tactile play, check out the So Slime Marble Twist & Slime Studio, complete with a mixer, recipes, dyes and decorations to customise your slime like a pro! The Kinetic Sand Super Sandbox features magical sand from Sweden that flows through your hands, sticks to itself and can be endlessly reshaped! With three detailed moulds and a shovel, it develops fine-motor skills and hand-eye coordination.
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Love the idea of an at-home water park? Get the Intex Dinoland Play Centre, a dino-themed paddling pool with a slide, built-in sprayer, cushioned landing mat, and play balls!
For the Chocolate & Wine Connoisseurs
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For the friend who appreciates gourmet chocolates, Venchi (#01-07/08) - Italy’s famous Chocogelatarie, is the spot. Choose the Mini book Florence for its assortment of their Granblend chocolates in a book-shaped tin, perfect for bibliophiles.
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Want something more personalised? 'My Venchi Mixed deal' allows you to choose your favourite chocolate for extra-personal finesse. Must-try flavours include: Chocoviar Pistachio (dark chocolate-covered pistachios with toffee chips), the Nougatine (caramelised hazelnut crumbs covered in 60% dark chocolate), and White Salted Ingot (white chocolate with crunchy hazelnuts, almonds, and lightly-salted pistachios). They also offer vegan, extra dark, and gluten-free options in bars, spreads and truffles!
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Pair your chocolate gift with a bubbly drink from Bottles & Bottles (#B1-83K)! Check out the Billecart Salmon Rose Brut, an elegant French champagne with a delicate bouquet of red berries and citrus fruit zest. Well-loved classics are always popular options, too. Try the Veuve Clicquot Brut with grapefruit, apple and orange peel notes accenting a palate of white peach, lemon and smokey hints.
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Looking for something Italian? The award-winning 2017 Domini Veneti Amarone Mater Della Valpolicella Classico Riserva is a great DOCG that pairs well with red meat and cheese. Notes of cocoa, earth, red fruits and cedar mix to form a well-balanced finish. Alternatively, a fantastic Spanish wine is the 2017 Faustino Art Collection Reserva from Rioja. Made with Tempranillo grape varieties, it showcases a rounded acidity replete with hints of mature fruit, sweet-spicy nuances and hints of vanilla.
For those who love all things leather
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Perfect for executives, travellers and fashionistas alike, Braun Büffel (#01-47) features versatile and durable slings, work bags and backpacks – an easy wardrobe upgrade!
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With spacious interiors, useful dual front pockets, and a sleek form, the Basquiat Small Waist Pouch is a solid first choice. For travel lovers, grab the Aspen Backpack from their latest Fall/Winter 2024 collection. Designed for maximum functionality and style, it’ll keep everything in its place! And for something clean yet edgy, sling on the Braislia Mini Tote Bag - ideal for brunch or a night out.
For the busy bee
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Know someone constantly on the move? It’s time they met their “sole mate” from OTO (#B1-91/92)! The Sole Mate is a portable 2-in-1 massage miracle for the back and feet! With 18 powerful massage heads and a soothing heat function, get a great massage wherever they are and whenever they need.
The OTO Ultra Back simulates human hand-kneading and shiatsu massage for deep neck, shoulders and back relief. Plus, the vibration and air massage on its seat is perfect for enhancing blood circulation for the desk bound. For a handheld option, the Smart Spinex comes with 8 different attachments as well as acupuncture, deep tissue and blood circulation modes! 
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Got your gifts? Swing by Daiso (#03-26B) for all your wrapping needs. From Drawstring Fabric Bags to Gift Tags and Decorative Pine Cones, your loved ones will enjoy unveiling their treasures from start to finish.
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