Wirral Artist designs Lush Advent Calendar being sold globally

For the first time, Lush is spreading holiday cheer with not one, but three exciting advent calendars, available exclusively via the Lush app.

Designed by Wirral-based artist Tess Gilmartin from The Blue Room in Bluecoat, Liverpool, the Lush Advent Calendar is packed with an exciting selection of 25 vegan products, including eight retro items and two gift exclusives.

Tess’ design reflects her love for bright colours, animals, and flowers, bringing a joyful splash of creativity to the countdown to Christmas.

The Wirral based designer creates art inspired by the world around her, using bright colour palettes and gestural mark making to celebrate what she loves most.

Becky Waite, Creative Manager at Blue Room, said:

“We’re thrilled that Lush has chosen Tess’ beautiful work for this year’s advent calendar commission. Tess’ use of colour and line is so confident and joyful and this is a fantastic opportunity to share her work with people all over the world.

“We’re delighted to collaborate once again with our neighbours at Lush Spa Liverpool, who are so welcoming and generous in sharing their spaces. Last year’s takeover event was a true highlight for our artists and we hope that this year’s will be just as magical as we celebrate our third and fourth commissions with Lush.”

The Lush Advent Calendar and 29 High Street Advent Calendar are available in stores globally now, while the exclusive Advent Calendar Refill will remain an online-only treasure.

Each calendar features unique, reusable packaging made from recycled paperboard and ribbon crafted from plastic bottles. These eco-friendly designs don’t just look good – they’re also kind to the planet.

The calendar is bursting with bath bombs, bubble bars, and other luxurious bathing treats. It also includes fun cardboard cutouts, two retro products, and a surprise exclusive, making each day a delightful discovery.

Inspired by the first-ever Lush shop, the 29 High Street Advent Calendar brings the magic of Santa’s workshop to life.

Opening the calendar reveals a whimsical world filled with Lush products, toys, and gifts, all waiting to be delivered on Christmas Eve with the help of Santa’s elves.

Hidden inside the compartments are five special characters inspired by Lush’s Christmas range, perfect for adding a playful touch to the festive season.

“Our 29 High Street Advent Calendar is filled with the nostalgia of our first Lush shop,” says Suzie Hackney, Lush Gifts Creative and Category Lead. “We wanted to create a secret magical Santa’s workshop, with products, toys, and gifts ready for Christmas Eve.”

The Advent Calendar Refill is a first-of-its-kind offering from Lush, designed with sustainability at its core.

Ideal for those who have previously purchased Lush advent calendars, this refill set allows customers to reuse their existing boxes and fill them with 25 vegan products, including four gift exclusives, three retro favourites, and a selection of best-sellers. With only 1,000 refill sets available globally, they’re expected to sell out fast.

For Lush enthusiasts and eco-conscious shoppers alike, these advent calendars promise a festive season filled with joy, luxury, and sustainability. Whether you’re indulging in daily bath-time treats or exploring the magical world of 29 High Street, Lush’s advent offerings are set to be the highlight of the holiday season.