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

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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!

Christmas Hostess Gifts Under $30

One Kings Lane

 

Here are some great ideas for Christmas gift giving, perfect for hostess gifts, stocking stuffers, gift exchanges, office gifts, and such. All are under $30 with many under $20.

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.

My Top Ten Valentine Gifts

Paulo Bendandi

 

Red roses are of course a traditional gift for Valentine's Day, but with prices at florists of about $100 for a dozen long stemmed red roses in many areas, here are some other great options I would love to receive starting under $10.00.

Judging A Book By Its (Chinoiserie) Cover

Ruthie Sommers - de Gournay

This picture was my very first post on Chinoiserie Chic (turning 14 this Spring) of a stunning room wallpapered in de Gournay. Many of us would love to have a room papered in hand-painted chinoiserie wallcovering, but the cost is not for the faint of heart. 

Presents for Pups

Margot

This is my Japanese Chin Margot when she was quite young in one of her Christmas presents that year, a Ralph Lauren rain cape. I'm sure none of us has to be reminded to get our pets Christmas gifts. I saw this on Instagram and it made me laugh.

Life's Little Luxuries

"Palm Beach Idyll" by Slim Aarons

 

I suspect many of us have little luxuries we indulge in that we love. I have decided to do a top ten list of mine. These would make great self-care Christmas gifts for yourself or a gift for someone special on your gift list. And I would love it if you would leave a comment with one or more of yours.

Gifts for the Stylish Tennis Player

Tennis in the Bahamas - Slim Aarons

 

Looking for gift ideas for the tennis player in your life? Here are my top picks, any of which I would love to receive myself. My favorite tennis item I have is a gorgeous vintage Louis Vuitton tennis racket cover.

Christmas Gifts

L.L. Bean Boat and Tote

You all know I love my collection of L.L.Bean Boat and Totes. L.L.Bean is having a rare sale until Tuesday with 10% off your order and free shipping on orders over $50 with code HARVEST10.

Chic Games for Gifting

Slim Aarons 'Keep Your Cool' Framed Print

 Games have had an enormous resurgence of late with people staying home more, and I have gathered up some very chic choices for gift giving. There are lots of chinoiserie picks too.

Blue & White Gifts for the Chinoiserie Lover

Tianlong Lidded Jar

A wonderful collection of blue and white gifts for the chinoiserie lover in your life - or for yourself!

Candles for the Holidays

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I love and use candles every day in my home, but especially enjoy them at holiday time. In Florida, I need all the help I can get to make the house feel Christmassy with temps of 80 degrees and palm trees swaying. So I love my home smelling like the season but in an elegant and sophisticated way.