We all have that one person on our list who is impossible to choose a gift for. Maybe they’re really picky. Maybe they already own everything in the known universe. Tama Lungplays St Nick and helps our #legend100 solve their trickiest gift-giving dilemmas with acurated selection of presents that are sure to please
Angie Ng @angiengcl
“I think my husband is probably the hardest to buy a present for. We have a long-standing competition for who is the better gift giver. I think it’s me but he begs to differ. So every year we try to beat each other but every year we disagree on which one of us is the winner!”
From left: Sauvage Eau de Toilette Limited Edition from Dior; Barocco 660 silk shirt from Versace; Japanese Whisky Tasting Set from Drinks by the Dram from Lane Crawford; (second row) Tonda PF Skeleton from Parmigiani Fleurier; Triple Stitch sneaker from Zegna; Kulky aviator acetate sunglasses from Port Tanger from Matches Fashion
Bruce Tong @bruce_tong
“I would say my sister’s boyfriend is the most difficult because I don’t really know his taste and at the same time, I find it awkward to gift him something too personal like a wallet, phone case or stuff like that – I should leave those for my sister to buy him!”
From left: Roam portable smart speaker from Sonos; Oyster Perpetual Day-Date 40 in 950 platinum from Rolex; Meisterstück Scenic Capsule leather pouch from Montblanc; (second row) Symphonique scented candle from Byredo; Lightweight gym sack from Lululemon; Barbiere Daily Ritual from Acqua di Parma
Chris Tong @christongg
“I always find it difficult to choose a gift for women, especially my mom, because she has such unique taste. Also, she seems to have everything already!”
From left: HyperFestive Skincare Gift Set from SK-II; Royal Canadian Mint Opulence Collection ‘Treasure’ collectible coin from Aurom; Tea-filled wooden advent calendar from Fortun & Mason from Lane Crawford; (second row) Panthère de Cartier earrings from Cartier; uLove 3 massage chair from Osim; Macri bracelets from Buccellati
Fish Liew @fish331
“A partner – the longer you’ve been with someone, the harder it is to find gifts for them. You’ll be thinking so hard your headaches. My life is quite ceremonial in the sense that I love giving and receiving gifts. So even if I’ve been with someone for a long time, I will still put in the effort to think and pick out a gift for my partner just to make them happy.”
From left: Infinite wedding band from Harry Winston; Limited edition scented candles from Diptyque; Serum House from Dr Barbara Strum from Joyce Beauty; (second row) DiorAlps ski goggles from Dior; BULGARI Aluminum watch from BVLGARI; Rafael Nadal N01 & N02 from Henry Jacques
“It’s hardest to shop for friends who are minimalists! Will they see your gift as a kind gesture or clutter?”
From left: Vancouver grained-leather cross-body bag from Demellier from Matches Fashion; Diamond Loop earrings from Harry Winston; Ode to Zen Garden cake from Date by Tate; (second row) Murasaki, Kagerou and Sarashina Aromatique incense from Aesop; Limited Edition Rouge G – Fly to the Stars case and lipstick from Guerlain; Japanese Ritual for Radiant Skin from Tatcha
Jessica Wong @jessicawong_wt
“The hardest person to get a gift for is definitely my best friend because he has everything and is also the pickiest person on earth! It’s really hard to nail down something without having to ask him if he already has it or will like it.”
From left: Crofton hoodie from Canada Goose; Logo hoodie from Kenzo Paris; Big Bang Big Bang e FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022 from Hublot; (second row) Super Multi-Corrective Cream from Kiehl’s; Private Blend Out Wood set from Tom Ford from Lane Crawford; T5 II True Wireless Sport McLaren Edition headphones from Klipsch
Jessie Li @jessieli
My uncle and my cousin are the most difficult. My uncle is in politics and has a very unique taste in things, so I struggle to find presents to surprise him. As for my cousin, it’s also difficult to think of what present to buy for her because she has everything in life already.”
From left: Reverso Tribute Duoface Calendar from Jaeger Le-Coultre; Vintage silk scarf from Hermès from Vestiaire Collective; City Adventure Duffle from Lululemon; (second row) 146 Meistertück “Glacier” Solitaire M fountain pen from Montblanc; Polo ID Calfskin Envelope Bag from Ralph Lauren; Royal Oak Selfwinding Tanzanite from Audemars Piguet
Louise Pang @thelouisepang
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It’s impossible to buy gifts for friends who love overthinking. Literally any gift can possibly offend them! You get them the newest pore-minimising serum and they would go, ‘Are my pores that big?” Or you get them a fluffy housecoat and they would go, ‘Are you suggesting I have nowhere to go but home all Christmas?’ Holiday shopping is tough enough so please spare me!”
From left: My Happy Hearts ring in ethical rose gold with carnelian from Chopard; Serpenti Tubogas watch from BVLGARI; Advent calendar from Diptyque; (second row) Short hooded parka from Kenzo Paris; Encens d’Hiver giant scented candle from Guerlain; Polo ID quilted leather shoulder bag from Ralph Lauren
“I’d say the fashion It-girl friends who already have the hottest, latest items are the most difficult because they know more than I do! They either already have it or see it before I do!”
From left: Love ruby, sapphire, emerald and gold necklace from Sydney Evan from Matches Fashion; Black Diamond Eye Edit from 111SKIN from Joyce Beauty; Ref 4910/1200A-011 from Patek Philippe; (second row) Shine High Like Stars balconette bra from Intimissimi; Icon the Case Berry Edition and Loud Speak’R lipstick from Fenty Beauty; Detox & Glow Trio from Caudalie
Wilfred Wong @thatwildfred
“If there’s anyone I find difficult to buy Christmas gifts for, it would probably be myself since there are too many occasions for indulging ourselves throughout the year, and we long for unboxing the most wanted gift from our beloved!”
From left: Gourmet box from Joyce x 81⁄2 Otto e Mezzo Bombana; The Winter Recovery Set from Augustinus Bader from Joyce Beauty; Eyes Closed eau de parfum from Byredo; (second row) Speedmaster Moonwatch from Omega; DiorAlps reversible down jacket from Dior; Medusa Biggie Pouch from Versace
