Purple power! We all love purple so much this season that we've picked out a few ideas for those of you doing early bird Christmas shopping.

M & S - bright purple bag. This fabulous roomy handbag will see you right through the day. In glossy patent this look is right on trend for this season, a must have to update your winter wardrobe.

Bobbi Brown - purple eye shadow. Gorgeous shade of purple, from this fabulous make-up range. Although it looks scarily dark in the palette, don't be afraid of it - it's a beautifully soft, smoky colour which will team up brilliantly with this years winter fashions.

National Trust - purple velvet scarf. You might not expect the National Trust to be so on trend but this wonderful, top quality beaded scarf would make a superb gift for anyone who wants a real touch of luxury in the chillier months.

Collection 2000 - Maxiflex Nail Varnish, Moonlight Shine. A very deep lilac-purple varnish which is perhaps more wearable than a true purple, this varnish is easy to apply, terrifically priced and dries really quickly. Use a high-shine top coat over it for drop dead gorgeous talons, long or short.