Flora Ivy, one of Babestation’s most enduring stars, has revealed the creative and generous way she celebrates the Christmas season. A former air hostess and TV model who has spent six years with the iconic brand, the 35-year-old from the Cotswolds uses her success to spoil her loved ones through a unique tradition involving high-end luxury advent calendars.
With a dedicated following of over 45,100 on Instagram, Flora’s festive routine involves curated beauty hauls that eventually become bespoke gift baskets for her family, ensuring everyone gets a taste of high-end glamour.
The Art of the “Greedy Rush”
Each year, Flora invests in a stunning array of luxury beauty calendars from prestigious brands such as Liberty London, Harrods, and Charlotte Tilbury. This year’s collection, which includes seven different calendars, is valued at over £1,500, a cost partially offset by the generosity of her fans who purchase them from her wishlist.
Rather than waiting for December, Flora admits she cannot resist opening them early. “I rip them all open and peek inside in a greedy rush,” she shared. “They’re packed with full-size creams, masks, and serums. I end up using most of them, but anything duplicated goes in a pile for the gift baskets. It’s the best way to spread the glow.”
Personalised Luxury for the Family
Flora transforms the items she doesn’t keep into carefully tailored gift boxes for seven women in her family. These aren’t just random leftovers; Flora puts significant effort into matching perfumes, luxury creams, and serums to each recipient’s personality, adding personal touches like favourite chocolates or fluffy socks.
“Those are their big Christmas presents,” Flora explained. “The calendars aren’t cheap, but spreading the cost like that is more efficient than shopping on the high street for full-size luxury perfumes. Plus, it’s a very thoughtful gift—everything is tailored to each person.”
A Season of Sparkle and Chaos
Living in the picturesque Cotswolds, Flora thrives on what she describes as the “sparkle and chaos” of a traditional Christmas. While she admits to a love for the “sublime” click of a luxury lid, her motivation remains rooted in sharing the excitement with those around her.
Beyond her family life, the festive season is a highlight of her professional year at Babestation, where the studio embraces the holiday spirit with red lips, sequins, and over-the-top glamour. For Flora, the advent calendars are more than just a hobby; they are a way to maintain organisation and spread joy amidst the holiday mayhem. “Sharing the rush feels nice,” she concluded, already planning to expand her gifting tradition to include mini-versions for her close friends.