Christmas is coming and you know the drill. It’s time to summon all memories of hints thrown your way over the past year of what your friends think they want. Or, you can identify them in the following categories and take our advice on what they really need (in a sartorial sense, at least).

For the mourning Philophile

The first step is accepting that nothing will truly console them of the news that their beloved designer (or beacon of light) has indefinitely parted from the world of fashion. The second step is getting them something to go with their &ldquo;Bring Back Philo&rdquo; T-shirt. Restore their faith in fashion with a beautiful, no-frills bag, or keep them warm through their coldest winter ever with a wool coat or two.&nbsp;

The Row cashmere sweater (USD $1,472.90), www.Net-a-Porter.com

Cotton cape trenchcoat ($2,325), Loewe

Nappa bag ($3,150), Loewe

The Row wool-blend coat (USD $1,950), www.Net-a-Porter.com

Leather tote bag, Saint Laurent

Silk crepe de chine wrap dress ($2,435), Givenchy

Leather mini skirt, Givenchy

Nappa leather boots ($2,990), Givenchy

Gold-finish brass earrings ($620), Burberry

Polyester sneakers (USD $325), Stella McCartney

For the jet-setter

You may be a little apprehensive about getting anything for this friend, considering that their Instagram feed is an endless source of travel envy. Still, it&rsquo;s always good to show your gratitude to the person who never fails to remember you when they&rsquo;re out souvenir shopping. Return the favour with a carefully considered travel essential that they&rsquo;ll love you for the next time they&rsquo;re out of town.

Crew neck sweater ($1,260), Moncler

Monogram canvas travel bag, Louis Vuitton

Nappa leather eye mask, Bottega Veneta

Leather slip-ons, Miu Miu

Leather keychain, Prada

Gabardine trench coat ($3,190), Burberry

Metal keychain, Prada

Canvas tote bag, Dior

Wool and cashmere stole, Fendi

Leather gloves, Dior

Leather ankle boot, Louis Vuitton

Mohair and calfskin tote bag, Loewe

For the superstitious one

They whined to you all April about how Mercury in Retrograde affected their relationships; recently, they&rsquo;ve declared that 2019 is going to be their year according to their horoscope. It doesn&rsquo;t matter if you don&rsquo;t understand a word they&rsquo;re saying. Give them a token of good luck for the new year, whether it&rsquo;s in the form of a belt bearing the symbol of their astrological sign or a watch that shows them the stars as well as the time.&nbsp;

Cotton sweatshirt ($1,450), Givenchy

Steel watch with alligator strap, Gucci

Leather handbag, Dior

Crystal earrings, Miu Miu

Silk scarf, Diane von Furstenberg

Gold-finish metal earrings with glass bead, Dior

Vetements cotton-jersey T-shirt (USD $185.30), www.Net-a-Porter.com

Leather belt, Gucci

Gold-finish metal ring with chalcedony gem, Givenchy

Marine Serre jersey and cotton sock boots (USD $512), www.MatchesFashion.com

Gold-finish metal earrings, Dior

For the party animal&nbsp;

The good news is that their social calendars are packed even more than usual this season. The bad news is they&rsquo;re going to run out of show-stopping outfits to wear within a week. Help them spice things up with the right accessories that will leave stars in everyone&rsquo;s eyes (think crystal-encrusted chokers and shiny golden heels). Adding another sequinned dress to their wardrobe doesn&rsquo;t hurt, either.&nbsp;

Sequinned tulle mini dress, Halpern

Leather belt bag, Miu Miu

Brass earrings with crystals, CELINE

Metal sunglasses, Saint Laurent

Sequinned leather platform boots, Saint Laurent

Halpern sequinned satin dress (USD $1,761.49), www.Net-a-Porter.com

Metal choker with crystals, Gucci

Metal and suede bag, Saint Laurent

Patent leather pumps, Miu Miu

For the fitness freak

&hellip; Or the one who has made it their New Year&rsquo;s resolution to make a habit of going to the gym. Give them a little bit of encouragement with some fashion-forward athleisure staples that will have them sweating it out in style. Even if they struggle to keep up at those first few workout sessions, at least they can celebrate being the best dressed person in the room.

Miu Miu cotton-blend jersey track jacket, www.Net-a-Porter.com

Nylon leggings, Prada

Polyamide sneakers (USD $695), Stella McCartney

Jersey jumpsuit, Fendi

Neoprene and leather sneakers ($1,150), Givenchy

Polyester 'Matt' jacket ($415), Maje

Jersey tracksuit trousers, Fendi

Nylon socks, Prada

Leather shoulder bag, Prada

For the logomaniac

If you haven&rsquo;t already noticed, logomania isn&rsquo;t going anywhere. We&rsquo;ll be riding the trend well into the next year, so feel free to feed the obsession of your monogram-loving buddy by stocking up on their labelled tees and icon-heavy bags. The bolder, the better.

Friends and CDG T-shirt ($190), Commes des Garçons

Cotton jersey sweatshirt (USD $1,280), Gucci

Georgette skirt, Fendi

Commes des Garçons x Gucci Kraft tote ($550)

Cotton T-shirt ($670), Burberry

Jersey pants, Gucci

Jacquard canvas saddle bag, Dior

Leather pouch, Prada

Mesh pumps, Dior

Jacquard canvas sneakers, Dior

Leather bag, Fendi

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