Gemma Collins enjoyed a very lavish Christmas Day complete with a meal prepared by a personal chef on Instagram after she said she didn’t want presents this year.
The former TOWIE star, 42, revealed she’d rather the money go to those who are struggling instead of her receiving gifts amid the cost of living crisis.
The beauty dressed to impress for the festive day in a stunning gold wrap dress as she posed with her fiancé Rami Hawash and chef Vlad Djukanov.
‘Thank you for the best dinner’: Gemma Collins showed off her lavish Christmas Day meal as she thanked her personal chef on Instagram after she said she didn’t want presents this year
The star gushed that she had the ‘best dinner’ prepared by Vlad as she shared a number of snaps of their food.
Although Gemma insisted she wouldn’t be buying gifts this year because the money could be better spent, she didn’t miss out herself after receiving gifts from Valentino.
The Diva Forever star was personally sent a dazzling pink handbag by the brand, which signed the card: ‘From your friends at Valentino’.
‘I want nothing’: The former TOWIE star, 42, revealed she’d rather the money go to those who are struggling instead of her receiving gifts amid the cost of living crisis
Feeling festive: The beauty dressed to impress for the festive day in a stunning gold wrap dress as she posed with her fiancé Rami Hawash
In another snap Gemma looked the picture of happiness alongside her husband-to-be – who was dressed as Santa – in front of the tree, while his son Tristan was also seen in the shot.
In her festive snap, Gemma was as glam as ever in the sparkling mini dress, with the TV star adding a bold red lip while her blonde locks were styled in voluminous waves.
Her living room was certainly festive ready, with a stunning spruce, snacks on the able and presents under the tree – though it’s doubtful any would be hers if her recent comments to go by.
Wow! Although Gemma insisted she wouldn’t be buying gifts this year because the money could be better spent, she didn’t miss out herself after receiving gifts from Valentino
Dazzling: Gemma was sent a sparkling pink bag by the brand
Amid her recent claims she’s cutting back on the festivities this year, Gemma told how she doesn’t want any gifts this year as she’s ‘doing her bit’ amid the difficult current climate.
She told The Sun: ‘When I am watching the news and seeing people losing their houses, this is serious. I am really trying to do my bit this year. I think that is why Christmas is going to be so special because we are all up against it and f**k presents, no offence.
‘You could give me a diamond encrusted Rolex, it wouldn’t mean anything to me, I would rather you took that money and go and put some old girls heating on or plant trees and give back to the planet.
Boozy! Gemma showed off her Christmas table complete with a bucket of booze
‘Best chef ever’: The star gushed that she had the ‘best dinner’ prepared by Vlad as she shared a number of snaps of their food
No need: It comes after Gemma insisted that she does not ‘need or want’ any gift and has asked her close ones ‘not to buy me a thing’
‘I want nothing, my cup is full, there is nothing I need, there is nothing I want, I feel totally fulfilled in life.’
Gemma went on to say that if she did want anything, it would be her own greenhouse so that she could grow her own produce.
The TV personality added that her attitude has changed since moving to the countryside, noting that while previously she would have coveted diamonds, they now mean ‘jack s**t’ to her.
Instead, Gemma will spend ‘a really family Christmas’ with her loved ones, where she’ll reflect on how ‘lucky’ they all are.
But despite cutting down on gifts, one thing Gemma has delivered the full monty for is Christmas dinner, which will be cooked by a private chef.
Ho Ho Ho! Rami got in the festive mood as he donned a Santa costume for the day
The former TOWIE star has hired a chef to prepare the food for her family, who will all be coming around to spend the day together.
‘I’m looking forward to having all the family around, obviously with the Covid we’ve missed out on all of that,’ she added of her 10 expected guests.
And despite splashing out on private catering, it will be a very traditional Christmas day for the family – who will sit down to watch some classic TV during the day.
The star is looking forward to watching UK television favourites such as Gavin & Stacey, Only Fools and Horses and EastEnders on the special day.
Close: Gemma (pictured with her dad) will be spending the day surrounded by family, who are set to come to her home for a catered Christmas dinner