Gwyneth Paltrow has bypassed her own brand's curated gift guides to reveal exactly what she hopes to find under the tree this Christmas, and her list includes a notably intimate item. The actress and Goop founder took to Instagram on Thursday to share a personal selection of luxury goods she has "been quietly eyeing."
A Peek at the Goop Goddess's Luxurious Desires
In a video posted to her social media, the 53-year-old was seen typing at her laptop in white pyjamas, captioning the clip with an offer to help those in need of gift ideas. However, she first presented her own desires. Leading the list were pieces from her recently launched clothing line, gwyn. Paltrow expressed particular longing for the $650 zip-up knit Spencer sweater and the $1,295 black silk Margot dress.
The selection swiftly moved into the realm of self-care with items from her wellness empire. These included a $55 sex oil from Goop Wellness and a $40 "the martini" emotional detox bath soak from Goop Beauty. Paltrow elaborated on her bath ritual, stating, "Lately I never miss my bath - it takes the energy of the day off and grounds me instantly."
From Homeware to Humour: The Full Festive Selection
Her wish list also featured high-end homeware and decorative pieces. Notable among them was an ornately decorated $535 cake stand from luxury Italian porcelain designer Ginori 1735. Adding a touch of humour was a $85 pillow from Pillow Drop cheekily embroidered with the phrase, "Please leave by 9."
Other coveted items completed the extravagant roster:
- A $64 'Green Goddess' candle from Flamingo Estate.
- A $75 body smoothing duo by Goop Beauty.
- A $490 brown velvet duffle bag from French designer Rue de Verneuil.
In total, the combined cost of Paltrow's Christmas wishes amounts to a hefty $3,286 (approximately £2,600), a sum that left some of her followers expressing astonishment in the comments.
Festive Tensions at Home with a Self-Confessed 'Grinch'
The gift guide comes as Paltrow navigates contrasting festive spirits within her own household. On a recent episode of her Goop podcast, she labelled her husband, television producer Brad Falchuk, 54, as "the worst" when it comes to Christmas. She admitted he hates Christmas music, decorations, and even the traditional roast turkey dinner.
"I feel very alone in my house in my love for Christmas, although all the kids love it, so they're on my side," confessed the mother of two. Despite her husband's aversion, which leaves her feeling isolated, Paltrow remains committed to her traditions. She plans to prepare Martha Stewart's perfect roast turkey recipe alongside all the classic trimmings, stating, "this year, I think we're going traditional."
