Overview
- The Independent’s tester ranked Sephora’s beauty calendar highest, citing 24 full-size products and nearly £1,000 in value priced at £225.
- Virgin Wines’ mixed wine calendar was praised for 24 187ml minis spanning reds, whites, rosé and prosecco, plus a full-size shiraz on Christmas Day.
- Drinks by the Dram’s premium gin calendar earned top billing for 25 wax-sealed 30ml samples from noted producers such as Isle of Harris and Ki No Bi Sei.
- Liberty’s men’s calendar was highlighted for strong grooming value, including Augustinus Bader’s The Cream (15ml) and Malin + Goetz recovery treatment oil.
- PennLive’s U.S. roundup spotlights value picks including Ulta’s 24 Days of Beauty ($79; $264 value), Total Wine’s Wine Adventure ($79.99), Starbucks’ 24 Days of Joy K‑Cup calendar ($29.99) and Godiva’s classic chocolate set.