Tutorial: Christmas Surprises!

We're just less than two weeks away before Santa comes riding with his favourite reindeers to distribute gifts. It's the festive season of giving and sharing! While most of us are already done with the arduous task of gift hunting, some are still wrecking their minds over what to give. For those of you who belong to the later category, you're in luck as MSR is going to be your personal shopper by sharing festive gift suggestions. Redemption is still not too late for you.

Scentimental Christmas

Christmas parties are just around the corner, you can help your loved ones to attend theirs in mesmerizing and fatally alluring scents. Nothing beats an unforgettable first impression when you meet someone at a party.

For Him: Prada Infusion d'Homme

Designed closely resembling the Prada Infusion d'Iris, this unique soapy scent is great for an overall clean feel with a light touch of florals and woody undertone. The nose behind this fragrance wanted the Infusion d'Homme men to smell as if they have used their girlfriends' soap to shower. Now this should be a safe, sophisticated yet intriguing choice for the well-groomed gentlemen who need their ladies feeling comfortable and assured with them over drinks.

(From $99 for 50ml)

For Her: Nina Ricci's L'Air du Temps

Sometimes you can judge one by its appearance, especially when it comes in an exquisite twin dove capped bottle! Nina Ricci's iconic L'Air du Temps should be a fine choice for this festive season as this youthful floral spicy fragrance will serve to instill a seductive sense of mystery within those who are able to get within your intimate scent zone. Get all pursuing men to chase after your scent trail this Christmas.

($137 for 100ml)

Gadgetry Christmas

Who goes around without a single device in hand these days? From the basic cellphones to the entertaining PSPs, you can't go too far wrong as there's definitely something for everyone this Christmas!

For Him: Apple Ipod Touch

With the highly-acclaimed multi-touch graphical user interface and powered by strong WiFi capabilities, this sleek device is no longer just a basic music player. In fact, the options are almost endless with all the 'app' widgets available. Ranging from Google Maps to Lonely Planet's Audio Phrasebook, this is probably the only dream gadget that men will ever require, less a phone and a camera that is. (No, we're not going with the iPhone as we don't think it is feasible)

(From $388 for 8GB model)




For Her: Philips LUXE Player

For the refined executive ladies who like class, simplicity and style. This jewel bodied player not only allows one to indulge in music, but also to engage in cellphone calls upon Bluetooth pairing. It can also double as a nice looking brooch that can be easily clipped onto outfits to provide for that extra boost of elegance. Best deal about this player is its humble price tag, now who says you can't buy class and style for less?


(from $139 for 2GB)



Theatrical Christmas

Film loving people always find a second life in the movies they watch, where they obtain new inspirations and meanings in life. Why not influence those who matter to you with your special choice of DVD movie this Christmas?

For Him: The Dark Knight

Possibly one of the best superhero film with a superb script this year, how can one ever miss the dandy Batpod that Batman commands and the convincing acting prowess that earned the late Heath Ledger a Golden Globe nomination recently as The Joker? Get your loved ones spiced up with this DVD for this will be one of the top DVDs to own this year. The night is darkest just before the dawn of Christmas.


($59.90 for 2-Disc DVD with Collector's Mask)

For Her: Mamma Mia!

A film presentation of the classic musical Mamma Mia!, this will bring utmost happiness to all with every one's favourite Abba tracks such as "Dancing Queen", "Voulez-Vous" and "Money, Money, Money" vocally performed by the cast! With the exception of Pierce Brosnan's singing, you should enjoy every single bit of the recent Golden Globe nominated Best Musical of the Year! Bring joy to those who receive this DVD from you, and they will thank you for the music!


(from $29.90 for DVD box set)