All I want for Christmas is… Things you can wrap
Tearing open the wrapping = instant gratification
© photo 2: Pilea
Yes, we said that getting experiences as a gift makes people happier. And besides, the over-commercialised side of Christmas is just wrong. However, for the giver nothing equals the instant gratification of seeing someone’s eyes sparkle with joy as they tear open the wrapping.
Mindfulness
Véronique, our PR officer, recommends Ein guter Plan, a holistic calendar to learn how to live consciously and manage daily stress. Claire, our volunteer receptionist, suggests an illustrated book, A Sloth’s Guide to Mindfulness, for a more fun approach to the concept.
Common sense
It’s an idea that has yet to take off, but there’s absolutely no harm in offering second-hand items. For clothes and accessories, Maxine, the performing arts department’s assistant, recommends going to Pilea and following pardonmycloset on social media to know when their next sale is on. For furniture, Claire, our graphic designer, recommends Nei Aarbecht’s Facebook page. For books and games, Julie insists that the Ramd’Âm shop (in Namur…) is a must.
Stylish
For friends who have spent too much time at home and want a change of scenery, Joëlle has a lead. “No one needs a vase but everyone needs feminism,” says Joëlle. So it’s totally OK to want this very girl power vase.
They’re beautiful, they’re collector’s items and they’re only available at Rotondes: our serigraphy prints! Only 30 copies are printed of each, all are numbered and signed. Take a tour of our Gift Shop to see the whole series and make your choice.
