Holiday Host Giift Guide

 

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With Thanksgiving around the corner, it's time to stock the gift closet. If you are invited for turkey dinner or any holiday affair, please don't go empty handed.  Bringing a bottle of wine is nice, but so expected. With a little imagination and good taste, you'll be invited back again! Priced from $20 -$135.

Espresso Cup Gift Set
Looking for a $20 gift?  They are hard to find, but here you go. Pretty porcelain cups and saucers in a very giftable box are perfect for hosts, teachers, and almost everyone you know. $19.99 

H+ M

Baccarat X Kim Seybert

A classy (and glassy) way to say thank you and merry merry.Made of glass and beads. $135

Bergdorf Goodman

Dog Puffer Scarf

For hosts with a dog. The way to a host's heart is thru their fur baby. $29 Personalize it for $15

Mark  Graham

Entertaining By Martha Stewart

Back on the bookshelves this month, for the first time since 1982. This is the book that started it all. Any host or entertainer would love to have it. $47.

Amazon

Milano Cocktail Shaker

This modern and stylish shaker has a bit of edge with the faceted lines.Very good looking $59

CB2

Champagne Ornament Set

Handmade and mouth blown in Germany. Because two champagnes are better thann one. $32

The Webster

Honeycomb Marble Salad Servers

Loving the beautiful bee detailing. These are worthy of a haute host! $70

Williams Sonoma

Gilded Mr. & Mrs. Muse Mug

Perfect for the host or hostess! $35

Jonathan Adler

Marble Petal Cheese Board

The one piece perfect for any kitchen. It's made from natural marble, and is a practical but pretty gift. $39. Make it even more special with a monogram for $15.

Mark & Graham

Tivoli Platter

The prettiest platter with a pop of pattern. I can imagine filling the platter with cookies and leaving all of it for your host. It's hand crafted stoneware and food safe. $40

Jayson Home

Cedric Cheese Knives

Upgrade their Charcuterie board with these handsome horn servers. $28 each

Jayson Home

Piano Candle Holder Set

A very tasteful set that will go with any decor. The holders have been made in Portugal and the candles in France $70

Sezane Paris

Sydney Hale Candle

Every one of these candles are simply fabulous.  This one is Fir & Blue Sage. I had the occasion to see and experience the scents of all of his candles in Bedford, NY last weekend. Even unlit the scents were special. You can't go wrong with any of them, but the Fir and Blue Sage offers notes of grapefruit and crisp fir. It's fresh and complex. $38

Terrain

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Host Gifts For Labor Day & Beyond

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Have you received your invites yet? Labor Day weekend is such a terrific time to gather friends and family. If you have RSVP'd already, it's time to pick up something special for your hosts. Your gift doesn't have to be extravagant, just thoughtful. This edit features gifts starting at $13. Any one of them will get you invited back. 

Stainless Steel & Walnut Double Jigger

You simply can't find a better looking host gift for this price than this. It's very Instagram worthy! $12.95

CB2

French Bloom Le Scarf And Le Rosé 

Have you noticed that more and more people are not drinking these days? This is for them. A limited edition collaboration that is brilliant! The scarf is 100% silk satin, and the Rosé is 100% delicious and non-alcoholic. $79.

The Webster

Guest Book
If they entertain regularly, this is a gorgeous gift. It's presented in the prettiest way, and makes a chic coffee table book. On sale for $17.49 Normally $35.

The Container Store

French Lavender

Treat them to the scents of rolling lavender fields in France. Your hosts won't have to stop and arrange these in water. They are simply beautiful as they are....dried.  I can imagine the bouquet in the powder room or guest bedroom. $34

Shop Terrain

 

Olive Wood Box Grater
I have always wanted one. It's perfect for the chef and entertainer. $40

Revolve

A4 Notebook
Give them a little joy and a lot of happiness with this tres chic cloth bound notebook. $40

Sezane Paris

Joanna Buchanan Lucky Charm Cocktail Straws

For fancy hosts. I always like to drink my cocktails with a straw. These are just "charming." $128

Joanna Buchanan or Neiman Marcus

on sale at Horchow { $96 }

The Essentials Seafood Tools

I need these! If they like to entertain big, do lowcountry boils, clambakes and more, this is the gift! Love the fun packaging. $65

Revolve

Sword Martini Pick Set

For those hosts who like their cocktails "shaken, not stirred." There are 4 brass picks included. $34

Tuckernuck

Printworks Cheese Tools
It's hard to go to a party that isn't featuring cheese or charcuterie. This set is apropos for any event. It's on major sale now for $27.49. $55 everywhere else.

The Container Store

Happy Days Photo Album
A thoughtful gift that doubles as a photo album and coffee table book. It's cloth-bound. On sale for $21 Regularly $30

The Container Store

Velvet Oven Mitts
For fancy foodies and chic chefs. I own a pair. They are pretty enough to leave out. $23

CB2

Geometric Shaped Candles

A favorite gift of mine. Priced from $23 -$28. You can choose scented or unscented. it's a winning gift either way.

Etsy

Lucite Pop Tray With Handles
Cheers to cocktails with friends. A perfect gift for the host with a good sense of humor. Designed by artist and photographer, Joanie Landau. $120

Joanie Landau Designs

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The unofficial start of summer is Memorial Day. So let the outdoor entertaining begin. Those invitations have or will soon arrive. Don't get caught empty handed. This gift roundup will take you all thru the summer and its' long weekend stays at the Lake or The Hamptons, patio parties and backyard BBQS. Be the  best guest!

Flamingo Estates Roma Heirloom Tomato Candle

Nothing smells like summer more than Coppertone and a fresh off the vine tomato. This candle is realistically scented. Each candle is an aromatic experience. They have been hand poured in Los Angeles of pure plant based wax. All of the Garden Essential candles are great, but this is my favorite. $60

Bergdorf Goodman  (Free Ship) or Lulu & Georgia at 20% off

St. Tropez Beach Towels

If your hosts have a pool, a beach towel is always appreciated. These are tres chic and available in four colorways.  Now on sale $58.

Serena & Lily

Love & Victory Cocktail Picks

Invited for a day on the water? $32

West Elm

MoMa Colorplay Backgammon Game

Bright and colorful. It's a chic gift. $110

West Elm

Juliska Acrylic Serving Bowl
I want one! The perfect thing to serve almost anything in, especially salad. And if you are asked to bring a salad. Bring it in this, and leave it for your host. $52

Amazon or Bloomingdale's

Needlepoint Pillow

A nice gesture after a long weekend at their home. There are many pillows. Some are quite cheeky! $98

Furbish Studio

Ninja Swirl by Creami  Soft Serve and Ice Cream Maker

If you are a long weekend guest anytime this Summer, this is one great gift. I mean everyone screams for ice cream, right? $349

Crate & Barrel  and Amazon

Linen Embroidered Cocktail Napkin Set

These made me smile. And they will make your own guests or hosts smile, too. Designed by August Morgan and gift boxed. $48

Tuckernuck

Coconut Charcoal

Add a delicate zest to all your grilled food—while doing good for the environment. These briquets burn longer, stronger, and hotter, than traditional charcoal. It's something different any grill master will love to try. $20 ~ $24

Uncommon Goods    or   Amazon

Farberware Charcuterie Board With Lid

This set will elevate anyone's hosting game. And it is a dream for transporting with that lovely lid! $36

Wayfair  or   Amazon

Portable Bean Bag Toss

You can bring me this! Guests of all ages will just love playing this game. It folds up flat, and comes in several different colorways. On sale for $189. $15 for personalization. A weekend stay might warrant this great gift.

Mark & Graham

Sheila Bridges x Williams Sonoma Harlem Toile Cocktail Shaker
Guaranteed to create a chic cocktail. It's a toile de Jouy design that offers a big dose of urban cool. $70

Williams Sonoma

Truffle Mushroom Condiment Set

Perfect for the Gourmand.  I received a set for my birthday, { Thanks, Steve) and I love it all. $58

Shop Terrain

Grill Prep Trays

Exclusive to WS. It's for the entertainer and griller who still wants to keep it stylish. Other patterns available. $29.99 - $39.99

Williams Sonoma

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Spilling The Gravy: Aprons For The Chef

Who's hosting Thanksgiving? That would be me again, and I am not mad about it. Admittedly, I am a messy cook, and always arrive at the dinner table wearing the gravy. Why? Because I don't own an apron! So this post is personal. Find something fun for yourself or your holiday host. 

Personalized Apron

How cute is this? It makes a darling hostess gift, too. Comes in several colors and is priced from $10 - $16. 

Mod Party at Etsy

CR X Kit Ruffle Apron

When a designer collabs with a cook, it gets fancy. Ruffles and a playful print create a stylish look for Thanksgiving and beyond. It's the priciest at $115.

Garmentory

Farm Goat Apron

We love goats in this household.  This all cotton style is just so simple, yet fun. $42

Anthropologie

The Little Black Apron

One of my favorites. Every LBD deserves a little black apron, complete with pearls! $30

Etsy

Courtly Check Bistro Apron

Who doesn't love a chic check? This style is 100% cotton with leather trim. It's so good! $89

McKenzie-Childs

Geometric Print Apron
With a clean and modern pattern, this apron is certainly unisex. It's all cotton with pockets. $40

Sur La Table

Cotton Apron

Included in the post because this all cotton apron comes in 27 colors and patterns. If you wish, there is even one with turkeys. Nice for the price. $22

Amazon

Personalized Apron 
This apron features lots of bells and whistles. It has a masculine edge to it, but I would certainly wear it, too. Loving the pockets, leather details, and the towel rings. On sale for $30.

Etsy

Cross Back Apron

Unisex, color blocked and just about perfect. Made from 100% cotton canvas.  This Etsy shop offers a variety of styles. $46

Etsy

Fleur De Lis Living Apron

This fun apron makes all kind of sense for a dinner at my home. Yours too? Other colors, as well.  $31

Wayfair

Gold Glitter Personalized Apron

Just add black pants and a black turtleneck for Thanksgiving Dinner. You chose the strap color. It looks really nice with black. $24

Zazzle

Chinoiserie Apron

If Thanksgiving is going to be a casual denim day, this pretty print would be perfect.

Etsy

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