John Lewis Christmas Ad Faces Consumer Backlash
Guardian readers criticise John Lewis's Christmas advert as a cynical ploy exploiting family values to drive sales, questioning its portrayal of gender roles and masculinity.
Category : Search result: festive psychology
The Grim Conformism of Pavement Vigilantes
Exploring how self-appointed pavement enforcers are creating hostile streetscapes. Discover the psychological drivers behind this troubling urban phenomenon.
Unwrapped Christmas Gifts: 1 in 6 Adults Approve
New research reveals a generational divide in Christmas gift-giving etiquette, with 20% of Gen Z and Millennials seeing nothing wrong with unwrapped presents. Discover the festive trends.
Boots Showstopper: £448 Beauty Box for £90
Discover the Boots Showstopper Beauty Box with 26 premium products worth £448.09 for just £90. The perfect Christmas treat for skincare, makeup and fragrance lovers.
Christmas Wine Hack: 13 Bottles for £79.99
Discover the ultimate Christmas wine hack from Naked Wines. Get 12 bottles plus a free magnum for just £79.99. Limited time offer for festive celebrations.
M&S Launches First-Ever Festive Brunch Range
M&S has launched its first-ever festive brunch party food range, including a Hash Brown Topple Tower and Maple & Bacon Pancake Stacks. Discover the new items and the 4 for 3 offer.
Christmas at Kew Gardens 2025: Full Details
Discover the magical Christmas at Kew lights trail for 2025. Running from 14th Nov to 4th Jan, it features stunning new installations, food, and more. Book your tickets now!
Winter Wonderland to open despite torrential rain warning
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland will open as planned for 2025 on 14th November, despite a Met Office torrential rain warning. Discover the event's wet weather policy and what to expect.
Tesco's hilarious 2025 Christmas ad embraces chaos
Tesco's 2025 Christmas campaign features 11 comedic sketches narrated by John Bishop, celebrating the perfectly imperfect moments of the festive season. Discover the relatable humour.
Traitors stars switch on Covent Garden Christmas lights
Celia Imrie, Sir Stephen Fry & Dame Darcey Bussell launched Covent Garden's festive season with a spectacular light display. See the magical transformation!
Bond Street's Crown Jewels Christmas Lights Switch On
Bond Street dazzles with over 80,000 sustainable LED lights inspired by the Crown Jewels. Discover the festive displays and charity initiatives lighting up London's luxury destination.
Winter Wonderland London 2025 Map & New Attractions
Hyde Park's Winter Wonderland opens 14 Nov 2025 with a new map, Magical Ice Kingdom expansion & Après-Ski Village. Discover new attractions, opening times & ticket details for London's biggest Christmas event.
Naked Wines: £75 Off Christmas Case + Free Magnum
Get £75 off a 12-bottle wine case plus a free magnum from Naked Wines this Christmas. No subscription required. Limited time festive offer for UK wine lovers.
Psychology of difficult video games revealed
Explore why players obsess over punishing games like Demon's Souls and Baby Steps. Discover the psychology behind gaming's toughest challenges and what drives players to overcome them.
Winter Light 2025: Free South Bank Trail Returns
London's South Bank transforms into a glittering wonderland with Winter Light's free art trail. Discover neon installations, hourly light shows & festive markets until January 18, 2026.
Tesco's 22 London Christmas Markets with Free Food
Tesco is hosting 22 pop-up Christmas markets in London stores, offering free food and drink samples throughout November and December. Find your local market now!
Why You Should Resist Party Fashion Panic This Christmas
Fashion expert Jess Cartner-Morley advises against impulsive partywear purchases this festive season. Discover how to shop smarter, save money, and avoid fashion regret. Read her essential guide now.
Winter Wonderland 2025: Hyde Park Dates & Tickets
Hyde Park Winter Wonderland opens 14th November 2025 until 1st January 2026. Discover dates, ticket info & why it's the UK's second-best Christmas market.
London Christmas Markets 2025: Full Opening Dates
Discover London's magical Christmas markets for 2025 with our complete guide to opening dates and locations. Plan your festive shopping and celebrations across the capital.
£400 John Lewis Rival Ad Goes Viral for Charity
Marketing specialist Sam Clegg's heartfelt £400 Christmas ad, tackling loneliness and loss, rivals John Lewis' official 2025 campaign with 1.1 million views and a charity single in iTunes top 5.
Keira Knightley's Waitrose Christmas Ad: A Review
Keira Knightley stars in Waitrose's 2025 Christmas advert, a four-minute romantic comedy. Is this sweet film destined to become festive overkill? Read our review.
59% Saving on Pre-Lit Christmas Tree - Just £20.99
Amazon slashes the price of a pre-lit artificial Christmas tree to £20.99, a massive 59% saving. Get 12 light modes and a stylish burlap base. Limited time offer!
A Merry Little Ex-Mas Review: Netflix Christmas Film Flops
Netflix's festive season opener A Merry Little Ex-Mas starring Alicia Silverstone and Oliver Hudson delivers bland Christmas entertainment with disappointing results.
Transform Your Home with Magical Christmas Decorations
Discover enchanting Christmas decorations from Amazon, The Range and Blooming Artificial to create your perfect winter wonderland. Shop now for festive transformation!
Waitrose 2025 Christmas Advert with Keira Knightley
Waitrose unveils its 2025 Christmas advert starring Keira Knightley and Joe Wilkinson in a festive mini-rom-com. Discover the heartwarming story that's being called the best ad of the season.
2025 Christmas Ads Review: AI Coke to John Lewis
Explore our review of 2025's Christmas adverts from John Lewis to AI-generated Coca-Cola. Discover how economic pressures and new tech shape festive marketing.
The Wolseley's Christmas Day Lunch in Piccadilly
Celebrate Christmas Day at The Wolseley on Piccadilly. Enjoy a classic festive lunch from 11:30am to 4:30pm. Book your table online now!
The Secret Santa Project Review: A Festive Letdown
Our review of The Secret Santa Project finds this Love Actually-inspired festive film struggles to deliver genuine Christmas charm. Discover if this London-set romcom is worth your time.
Super Recognisers: The elite who never forget a face
Discover if you're part of the elite 1% with super recogniser abilities. Learn how this rare talent works and take our tests to see if you have this extraordinary skill.
Magical Christmas Gift Guide 2025
Discover enchanting Christmas gift ideas for boys, girls, babies and teens that combine fun, creativity and holiday magic. From dragon puppets to cosy sleepwear.
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