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<div class="wp-block-create-block-muddy-shopping-2" data-title-side="left"><div class="shopping-item-card large-item"><a href="https://merimeri.co.uk/collections/advent-calendars" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><div class="product-image"><img decoding="async" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-21-at-17.17.18-1.png" alt="Meri Meri Advent Calendar"/></div><h6></h6></a></div><div class="shopping-item-card small-item"><a href="https://www.sophieallport.com/products/cosy-christmas-fabric-advent-calendar?_pos=1&amp;_sid=e48f2d923&amp;_ss=r" target="_blank" rel="noopener"><div class="product-image"><img decoding="async" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-21-at-17.07.17.png" alt="Sophie Allport Xmas Calendar"/></div><h6></h6></a></div></div>



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<p>Because sometimes your little darlings expect more than a square of chocolate and a paper door… and honestly, who can blame them? The humble advent calendar has had quite the glow-up – and we’re happily jumping on the bandwagon. From Lego and books to Squishmallows, and tiny treasures galore, these clever countdowns make every December morning feel just that bit more magical. And given we’re already plotting how to justify the Liberty or Space NK beauty calendars as “self-care”, who are we to judge? Sure, it might mean Christmas starts on 1 Dec (or, let’s face it, mid-Nov), but if it buys you 10 quiet minutes and a cup of tea while they’re busy unboxing joy, we call that a festive win.</p>



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<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-23-at-12.26.33.png" alt="Harry Potter advent calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for Budding Wizards: Harry Potter </h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>A spellbinding showstopper for Potterheads big and small. Behind 24 tiny doors you’ll find treasures from four of Diagon Alley’s most iconic shopfronts — think wands, books, quills and Quidditch essentials galore. The level of detail is nothing short of Hogwarts-worthy, it’s the kind of keepsake that’ll charm its way into your festive décor faster than you can say <em>Alohomora!</em></p><p>£79.99</p><p><a href="https://www.argos.co.uk/product/7783942" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-21-at-17.09.53.png" alt="Meri Meri charm bracelet advent calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for tiny twirlers: Meri Meri</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>A twinkly treat for your little dancer. This beautifully illustrated suitcase opens to reveal three graceful ballerinas and 24 numbered trays – each hiding a gorgeous charm or bracelet piece to build day-by-day. By Christmas morning, they’ll have their own sparkling keepsake to show off at the tree (or the kitchen disco). And when the last pirouette’s done, the case doubles up as a treasure box for trinkets, tutus and other Very Important Things.</p><p>£38</p><p><a href="https://merimeri.co.uk/collections/advent-calendars/products/winter-ballerina-charm-bracelet-advent-calendar-suitcase" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-21-at-17.11.10.png" alt="National Geographic Gemstone Advent Calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for treasure hunters: National Geographic Gemstone </h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p><span style="font-size: revert;color: initial;, sans-serif">For kids who’d rather dig than decorate, this one’s a total gem (literally). Each day reveals a polished stone to add to their growing collection (think tiger’s eye, agate, aventurine and more), all tucked into a handy collector’s pouch. Come Christmas Eve, there’s even a mini dig brick to unearth a sparkling rose quartz, geologist-style. With jewellery settings included, they can turn their treasures into wearable works of art – and you might just raise the next Attenborough.</span></p><p>£24.99</p><p><a href="https://www.amazon.co.uk/NATIONAL-GEOGRAPHIC-Gemstone-Advent-Calendar/dp/B0B75R26QM?th=1" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-21-at-16.59.19.png" alt="Sephora Beauty Advent Calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for beauty-obsessed tweens: Sephora</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>For the tween who’s already raiding your make-up bag and can pronounce “hyaluronic” better than you can. Sephora’s cool-girl calendar is packed with 24 mini must-haves from skincare heroes, glosses, bath treats and accessories – all wrapped up in that sleek, Paris-meets-TikTok packaging. It’s fun, fabulous, and just the right level of grown-up.</p><p>£54.99</p><p><a href="https://sephora.prf.hn/click/camref:1110loRMV/[p_id:1100l603676]/destination:https%3A%2F%2Fwww.sephora.co.uk%2Fp%2Fsephora-collection-advent" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-21-at-17.07.17.png" alt="Sophie Allport Xmas Calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for festive dream-weavers: Sophie Allport</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>For those who like to sprinkle a bit of their own Christmas magic, Sophie Allport’s beautifully illustrated fabric calendar has 24 little pockets ready to fill with sweets, trinkets, mini treasures or cute little notes. It hangs prettily from a wooden pole, folds away neatly for next year, and earns you instant festive brownie points for effort. Pinterest mums, eat your heart out.</p><p>£53</p><p><a href="https://www.sophieallport.com/products/cosy-christmas-fabric-advent-calendar" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-21-at-17.16.51.png" alt="Minecraft Advent Calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for pixel perfectionists: Lego Minecraft </h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>For kids who’d rather be mining than making mince pies. This festive Minecraft-meets-LEGO mash-up delivers 24 days of blocky brilliance — from mini builds and mobs to festive favourites like Alex in a Creeper jumper and Steve in his snowman best. There’s even a Santa villager and a snow golem to complete the scene. It’s creative, collectible and, best of all, buys you at least ten peaceful minutes before someone asks for a snack.</p><p>£29.99</p><p><a href="https://www.johnlewis.com/lego-minecraft-advent-calendar-2025-21280/p113656654" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-21-at-17.01.31.png" alt="Nee-Doh advent calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for squish obsessed kids: NeeDoh </h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>A festive fix for fidgety fingers. Behind each of the 24 doors is a new squishy surprise – think poppable, squeezable, stretchy little stress-busters to keep small hands busy (and off your baubles). By Christmas morning they’ll have a full collection of satisfyingly squidgy toys to poke, pull and squeeze to their heart’s content. Bright, tactile and endlessly entertaining, it’s basically mindfulness for kids – and a tiny slice of calm for you.</p><p>£29.99</p><p><a href="https://tidd.ly/49kVyWN" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-21-at-17.04.59.png" alt="" aria-hidden="true"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for believers in Christmas magic: Konges Sløjd</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Quite possibly the most beautiful advent calendar of the season. Konges Sløjd’s dreamy Scandi design hides 24 charming surprises – from mini teddies and glitter pencils to puzzles, colouring books and kaleidoscopes – all thoughtfully chosen to spark imagination and creativity. With a fold-up design made to reuse, it’s stylish, sustainable and the kind of heirloom-worthy piece you’ll want to bring out year after year.</p><p>£105.95</p><p><a href="https://kongessloejd.com/en-gb/products/christmas-calendar-with-24-gifts-creative-play-blue" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p><p></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-23-at-15.09.36.png" alt="Lush advent calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for pamper pros: Lush</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Bubble, fizz, repeat. Lush’s ultimate advent calendar brings 25 days of bath-time bliss, packed with fizzers, foams and exclusive treats designed to make December one long, delicious soak. It’s colourful, comforting and gloriously indulgent – the kind of countdown that guarantees December smells divine.</p><p>£125</p><p><a href="https://www.lush.com/uk/en/p/29-high-street-christmas-advent-calendar" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-23-at-15.29.51.png" alt="Legami Advent Calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for stationery fiends: Legami</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>The holy grail for little stationery lovers (and their enabling parents). All aboard the Dream Express for 24 days of colourful Legami treasures – think cute pens, pencils, and pocket-sized surprises, all tucked behind shimmering, foil-detailed doors. It’s creative, sparkly and guaranteed to delight anyone who still gets far too excited about a new pen. </p><p>£45.99</p><p><a href="https://tidd.ly/47Dr4hr" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-21-at-17.02.07.png" alt="Squishmallows Advent Calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for cuddle collectors: Squishmallows</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>The cult of Squishmallow shows no sign of slowing down – and this adorable advent calendar is pure plush perfection. Behind each door you’ll find a mini 2.5cm Squishmallow, from pink Christmas trees and gingerbread axolotls to mystery characters begging to be squeezed. With 24 soft surprises to unbox, clip and collect, it’s the cutest countdown in town.</p><p>£29.99</p><p><a href="https://www.selfridges.com/GB/en/product/squishmallows-squish-a-longs-harry-potter-mini-squish-set-of-12-toy-figures-25cm_R04534253/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-21-at-17.08.45.png" alt="Hot Wheels Advent Calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for the car obsessed: Hot Wheels</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Rev up the Christmas countdown with 24 days of vroom-vroom joy. Each door hides a die-cast car or wintery accessory – from yetis to gingerbread garages – for high-octane festive fun. With 10 cars (one exclusive) and 14 surprise extras, it’s pure petrolhead heaven. Just be warned: by mid-December, your hallway will be a racetrack and you’ll know every engine sound by heart.</p><p>£19.99</p><p><a href="https://www.johnlewis.com/hot-wheels-2025-advent-calendar/p113733060" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-23-at-15.14.27.png" alt="H&amp;M beauty advent calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for mini MUAs: H&amp;M</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>H&amp;M’s sleek makeup calendar delivers 24 days of festive glow with a mix of mini and full-size favourites — from glosses and lip oils to highlighters, shadows and all things shimmery. Chic, playful and surprisingly impressive, it’s perfect for the next generation of beauty lovers (and tempting enough for a little “quality control” from the grown-ups).</p><p>£29.99</p><p><a href="https://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.1283847002.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-23-at-16.59.15.png" alt="The Gruffalo Kids' Book Advent Calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for book lovers: The Gruffalo &amp; Friends Book Collection</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>The perfect countdown for little readers who can’t resist a bedtime story (or five). Behind each door is a mini book packed with activities, songs and rhymes inspired by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffler’s much-loved tales — from <em>The Gruffalo</em> to <em>Room on the Broom</em> and <em>The Snail and the Whale</em>. By Christmas Eve, they’ll have a library of 24 tiny treasures, plus puzzle scenes to piece together once the stories are done. A magical way to make December feel like one long storytime.</p><p>£25</p><p><a href="https://tidd.ly/4o3cUvV" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a> </p><p> </p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-23-at-17.56.48.png" alt="Lynx Advent Calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for budding heartthrobs: Lynx</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>Because apparently, the smell of “teenage boy” now comes in 13 full-size bottles. This bumper box is packed with everything he needs to smell (and feel) fresh – from classic Africa to Sunset Fresh, Cherry Spritz and Black Vanilla. With 24 days of sprays, washes and grooming bits, it’s the ultimate countdown for the lad who loves a long shower and a spritz before school. </p><p>£60</p><p><a href="https://tidd.ly/4oE3mYo" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



<div class="wp-block-muddy-blocks-giftguide gift"><div class="gift-img"><img decoding="async" class="card__image" src="https://dev.muddystilettos.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Screenshot-2025-10-21-at-17.09.21-1.png" alt="Harrods Christmas Sleigh Advent Calendar"/></div><div class="gift-text"><div class="gift-price"><h2 class="giftguide-title">Best for Christmas traditionalists: Harrods</h2><div class="giftguide-body"><p>The kind of advent calendar that becomes part of the family Christmas. Harrods’ beautifully crafted wooden sleigh is made to be filled with your own hand-picked treats — from tiny toys to sweet surprises — and brought out year after year. It’s a true keepsake piece, guaranteed to spark squeals of delight the moment it reappears each December. A future heirloom with all the festive feels.</p><p>£59.95</p><p><a href="https://www.harrods.com/en-gb/p/harrods-sleigh-advent-calendar-000000000007367361" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">BUY NOW</a></p></div></div></div></div>



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