Mark D. Sikes

Mark D. Sikes Boxed Set

 

I love boxed sets of my favorite authors and especially favorite interior designers. AD100 and Elle Decor A-List designer and tastemaker Mark Sikes believes there’s beauty everywhere: all we have to do is look for it. His classic, livable looks are beloved by celebrities and notables from Reese Witherspoon to Dr. Jill Biden, who hired him to redesign her White House office.

Books for Christmas Gifting

The Art of Gracie by Jennifer Gracie

Books make such wonderful gifts - these interior design books are favorites of mine and at great prices too. All will arrive before Christmas.

Mahjong Christmas Gift Ideas

Rack N Roll Mahjong Ornament

 

Here are some wonderful mahjong gift ideas from Dillard's Southern Living Collection.

For the Dog Lover

Beaded Dog Ornaments

 

Available in Maltese, Poodle, Dachshund, Doodle, and Dalmatian, these beaded ornaments are the cutest. They are made by hand and quite fabulous.

Beaded Dalmatian Ornament

Zebras for Christmas

Scalamandre Zebras

 

First introduced in 1945, Scalamandre Zebras has become one of the most recognized patterns in design history. Continually reimagined in fresh colorways, scales, and applications, this beloved motif remains as captivating today as it was at its debut.

Christmas Gifting

Linen Poinsettia Cocktail Napkins

I love luxury cocktail napkins for Christmas gift giving. They make a perfect hostess gift, stocking stuffer, or Secret Santa and are of course a wonderful gift for yourself for holiday entertaining.

Chinoiserie Chic Diffuser

Orchid & Fern Porcelain Diffuser

Refresh any room with this stunning porcelain diffuser. Simply place the porous porcelain floral sprigs in the bottle of oil to disperse the light, delicate fragrance. Both the visual and the scent are very Chinoiserie Chic. I have never seen a prettier diffuser.

Reindeer Games @ CCC

Juliska Reindeer Games @ CCC

 

This is some of my collection of my favorite Christmas china, Juliska Reindeer Games. I love to use it over the holidays. It is sadly discontinued and sells for a fortune on places like eBay. Santa's reindeer are playing golf, tennis, skiing, and such. This is what they all do the rest of the year when not delivering Christmas gifts. I love using it for coffee and breakfast over the holidays.

Great Gift Sale

Nantucket Beaded Stacked Bracelet

 

Frances Valentine is having a wonderful gift sale with up to 50% off. Frances Valentine is one of my favorite labels, and there are some darling choices for yourself or those on your gift list.

The Christmas Boat and Tote

House and Garden Dog

 

You may recall that I am a big fan of the iconic L.L.Bean Boat and Tote. I have collected them since college and they just get better over time the older they get. I use them for errands, dry cleaning, farmers markets, Aldi, car organization, wine tasting paraphernalia, dog toys, Christmas ornaments, and more. I love this photo - a Maine home or homage to one, using the Freeport, Maine based L.L.Bean's Boat and Tote as a Christmas tree "skirt" and in lieu of Christmas stockings on the mantel. A beach house version would be darling using the Boat and Tote in a blue trim.

Gift Guide - The Preppy Pampered Pet

Kate Spade Pet

 

I have two pups - Harper and Beatrice who are my best buddies. I love finding great Christmas gifts for them. These are all Kate Spade and are too cute - preppy, classic, and very Kate Spade. And perfect because my wardrobe and home are filled with Kate Spade.

Gift Guide - The Chicest Salt & Pepper Mills

Frances Valentine

 

This is the living room of Frances Valentine's CEO and style maven Elyce Arons. My eye immediately went to the stunning red and green salt and pepper mills. I had to ask myself - What are they doing in the living room? I suspect they borrowed them from the kitchen for the photo shoot because of the Christmas colors. And second, who makes these gorgeous things that are going on my Christmas wish list? Since I have been very good this year, I bet I am getting everything on my list.

Gift Guide - Holiday Loafers

Ryan Polar Bear Embroidered Suede Loafers

A darling pair of fancy holiday themed loafers is a great holiday look and makes a fun gift. I have a pair in green velvet embroidered with Santas that I love. Here are some picks I love (for kids too) in velvet, flannel, suede, and even corduroy.

Gift Guide - A Chinoiserie Christmas

CCC

It's a Chinoiserie Christmas at CCC, and even the ginger jars and more are joining in the fun with Santa hats.

Gift Guide - Classics

Tuckernuck - The Swans

There are classic gifts that never go out of style that will be appreciated always. Here are some great choices -

Gift Guide - For the Cook

Holiday Merry and Grand Kitchen Towels

Here are some of great gift ideas for the person in your life who loves to cook -

Gift Guide - Gifts for the Bed Baby

CCC

 

I love my bed and love being in bed. I am convinced that part of sleeping well is having a beautifully outfitted bed (i.e. luxuriously comfortable). Here are my favorites. These make great Christmas gifts too. Many are on great Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals - don't snooze on these sales!

The Cashmere Wrap

Jackie Kennedy

 

Jackie Kennedy was very fond of wraps and wore them often, especially over gowns. Such a great look and also makes a wonderful Christmas gift - no worrying about sizing or fit. Especially wonderful in cashmere.

Tartan Accessories

Scarlet Rhinestone Pointed Toe Loafers in Solstice Plaid

 

Tartan is such a classic choice for winter and the holidays. These are really pretty choices. (And they are all 40% of this weekend). I would wear these loafers above with slacks and a cashmere sweater. Many of these picks are great for gift giving.

The Ladylike Trend - Gloves

Frances Valentine

I love the way a great pair of gloves can turn an outfit into an elegant sixties Jackie Kennedy or Audrey Hepburn moment in an instant. Here are some lovely choices for yourself or for holiday gift giving.