Holiday Host Gifts

It's time to stock the gift closet, for all of your seasonal soirees.  There's an unwritten rule for guests. Don't show up anywhere empty handed, unless you have sent something in advance. This year, skip the bottle of wine and grocery store bouquet, and shop these under $50 gifts that will wow any host or hostess.  

Gold Oil Container
Your host will love the stunning style of this sleek and chic oil container. It not only looks good, it protects oil from sunlight, which can decrease antioxidants and alter the flavor.
Williams Sonoma

Limited Edition White Truffle
 Infused Hot Sauce
Because some like it hot! Perfectly packaged for gifting. It's a unique blend of of ripe chili peppers, organic agave nectar, white truffle, and a hint of organic coriander.  The seasoned chef will love this as much as Oprah does! Ships for free from ...
Amazon or Neiman Marcus

Wine Condoms
Wine Time: Here's the perfect gift for every wine lover on your list - Wine Condoms! What a fun and easy way to keep your wine fresh and ready to drink, on the off chance you don't finish that bottle. (wink)
Neiman Marcus

Loop Handle Cheese Knife Set
A trio of chic cheese knives. They are handmade and quite handsome 
for the price.
Shop Terrain

Di Martino Pasta
Pasta dressed in Dolce & Gabbana. Now how chic is that? It's so stylish your host won't want
 to cook it.
Neiman Marcus

Ila Collection
Inspired by the intangible magic of a shared meal, the ILA Collection is sure to make any dish that your host serves a little more special. The packaging is perfect for the modern home. Priced from $16 - $42.
Jayson Home

Juliska Apron
From the Walk In The Forest Collection. This cooks apron is neither kitchy or holiday specific. It's an ode to natures natural beauty. A very tasteful gift for any hostess. Use Code: FREESHIP for free shipping.
Saks Fifth Avenue

Le Labo Signature Detergent  
This is a very unique gift for the hip hostess. Le Labo fragrance has a cult following. Thirty-three ingredients are blended together to create a unisex, woody, and delicate scent with notes of cardamom, iris, violet, ambrox, sandalwood, papyrus, cedar, and leather. This gift will will refine the art of laundry.
The Laundress

USB Rechargeable Lighter
I bet he or she doesn't have one of these. Choose rose gold, white, black or gold. It's pretty, clever and useful!
Food52

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Spring Hostess Gifts

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Never arrive at a party empty handed, unless you have sent something before the event. A bottle of wine is always welcome, but why not uncork your creativity, and gift differently? These gift ideas will get you invited back again.



HERE: Ten Terrific Gifts

Himalayan Crystal Salt Pyramid Lamp
A Zen gift that is not for everyone, but it would be perfect for me. It is for those that are aware of the many positive effects of Himalayan Sea Salt. This lamp promotes well being in your home by purifying the air, not to mention the beautiful soft glow it gives 
to any room.
Nordstrom

Bel Air Mini Scoop Vases
I often think that a vase is a better gift than the actual flowers. A hostess rarely has time to stop and arrange fresh flowers. Pre-arrange a small bouquet in one of these clearly chic vessels, and present the flowers and vase as your gift. I always suggest white flowers, if you don't know your hostess's color scheme.
Jonathan Adler

Takenaka Chopstick Set
Anyone would love these fun finds. Buy one for each member of the host's household. There's a color for every mood.
Anthropologie

Vintage-Inspired French Table 
Crumber Set
Crumbs are not chic, but these sets are. Under $50 and they will actually be used. 
I would love a set!
Food52

Alessi's "Big Love" Ice Cream Bowl

A great gift for ice cream lovers. It's meant for sharing and holds over 9 ounces. It's fun and I bet that your host does not have one.

Barney's New York

Dolce & Gabbana Hand Wrapped Pasta

Oh how fun! If your host is also a cook, they will love this fancy pasta. Naturally it's made in Italy. If you are a big spender, buy the set above. Or buy the pasta alone by

 the package.

Neiman Marcus

Marble & Brass Servers

Marble always is a luxe look. The brass makes any of these stylish servers a glam gift. 

Williams Sonoma

Ona Pitchers

The only pitchers you need, and I think owning several of them is ideal. One for juice, one for Sangria, one for water. Less than $20

Crate & Barrel

Call Me Old Fashioned Coasters

Guaranteed to add the glam to any fun fete. Hand illustrated on card stock backed in felt. Perfect for a girls night in. 

A Thing Created At Etsy

Vintage Apothecary Colored Matches
Details matter when it comes to entertaining. These are as pretty as they are practical. Less that $20 each.
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