The Fix - This Week's Greatest Hits

Rose Corsage by Agata Korzeniowska on Cow's Lane Deisgner Mart

Setanta's seasonal package

Coat from River Island

'Just Can't Get Enough' a celebration of everything '80s

Owl necklace from Accessorize

Baby blanket from www.nofixedabode.ie

Rose Rush

If you're trying to find that last-minute stocking filler that doesn't smack of last-minute shopping, head to the Designer Mart, Cow's Lane in Dublin's Temple Bar, for original, interesting, handmade gifts such as this rose corsage by Agata Korzeniowska (€15). This Saturday (20 December) is the final one before the mart relaunches next March.

Game on

Q. What can €200 buy you this Christmas? A. One very happy sports fan. Setanta Sports has a seasonal package offering a 12-month subscription for the price of 10, which includes Setanta Ireland, Setanta Sports 1 and 2, LFC TV, Arsenal and Celtic TV. There's also exclusive live coverage from Barclays Premier League and Magners League, as well as action from every other top sports event you can think of. Of course, if you're not of a sporting inclination yourself, another television set might also be advisable. Call 0818 271 407 to subscribe.

Winter warmer

This year, you mightn't be as eager as usual to splash out on a sparkly frock that could only get one outing. A coat, on the other hand, is an entirely different matter. An investment you could say. And if it's fluffy, fun and fabulous as this one from River Island, all the better. €87.50

Acceptable in the '80s

A good rule of thumb when Christmas present shopping is to stick well clear of anything that falls under the novelty/ humorous category. The only shop in which you can ignore this advice is Urban Outfitters where the lines between kitsch and cool get blurred. 'Just Can't Get Enough' is one of the typically quirky books available here. A celebration of everything '80s, it's touted as a much-have for anyone who ever cuddled with their Care Bear or lugged around Transformers. €12

Wise up

Owls are the new skulls, when it comes to fashion, making an appearance on everything from t-shirts to bags. Savvy stylistas are seeking out retro '70s owl jewellery on ebay or, alternatively, pick up this very cool necklace from Accessorize, €18.90.

Domestic bliss

How adorable is this baby blanket? Cotton quilted and handmade, it costs €50 and is just one of the gorgeous items available at Irish design website www.nofixedabode.ie. Their final order date for Christmas is 18 December but you can visit them at the 12 Days of Christmas Market, George's Dock, Dublin Docklands, 18-23 December from 12-8pm.

December 14, 2008