Flora Ivy, one of Babestation’s most recognisable stars, has opened up about her festive obsession: the high-end world of designer advent calendars. The 35-year-old from the Cotswolds has turned a love for luxury beauty into a thoughtful and creative way to gift her family, spending over £1,500 this year alone to ensure her inner circle experiences the “magic” of the season.
With a massive Instagram following of over 45,100, Flora balances her successful modelling career with a deep-seated passion for curated gifting, proving that holiday glamour is about much more than what happens on screen.
The Thrill of the “Greedy Rush”
For Flora, the excitement begins the moment the calendars hit the shelves. This year’s haul is nothing short of spectacular, featuring iconic names like Liberty London, Harrods, Harvey Nichols, and Charlotte Tilbury. While the price tag is significant—reaching a total of £1,573; Flora views it as an investment in both self-care and family joy.
“I rip them all open and peek inside in a greedy rush,” she admitted. “It’s like opening presents without needing permission. They’re gorgeous little boxes and they make me feel spoiled, like someone wrapped up 25 presents just for me.” The haul often includes full-sized luxury masks and serums, including a high-end perfume from William Perfumery that has since become her signature scent.
Bespoke Gifting from the Heart
Rather than keeping every item for herself, the former flight attendant uses the duplicates and high-end products she doesn’t use to create seven bespoke gift baskets for the women in her family. These aren’t mere “rejects”; Flora puts immense effort into tailoring each box, matching perfumes to personalities and adding “personal touches” like fluffy socks and favourite chocolates.
“It warms me up seeing them unwrap full-size luxury,” Flora shared. “Those are their big Christmas presents and I put real effort in. Not everyone knows they’re from advent calendars, but I don’t think they’d care. Even if they asked, I’d just say it’s Christmas magic.”
A Sustainable Habit for the Soul
Flora’s “secret Christmas joy” is also a savvy way to shop. By purchasing the calendars, some of which are gifted by her devoted fans from her wishlist, she is able to provide her family with luxury perfumes and serums at a fraction of the high-street cost.
Despite the “chaos” of the season, these calendars keep the Babestation star organised and inspired. Whether it’s the “sublime” click of a luxury lid or the excitement of her family “losing their minds” over their designer packs, Flora has no plans to slow down. For her, the festive season is about the sparkle, the glamour, and the joy of sharing that “Christmas magic” with the people who matter most.