A Snob's Guide to Advent Calendars
Sophia Money-Coutts questions whether advent calendars have gone too far.
When she was small, advent calendars featured religious tableaux, such as stables in Bethlehem or cathedrals.
These days, they have almost nothing to do with Advent and quite a lot to do with bath oil and mini bottles of perfume
Now, advent calendars contain items like eye cream and lip balm, with Liberty's calendar costing £275 and opening its waiting list in July.
- Beauty advent calendars are popular, with items like bath oil and perfume.
- Liberty's advent calendar costs £275 and contains high-end beauty products.
Author's summary: Advent calendars have evolved beyond traditional themes.