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.

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 - 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!

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.

Christopher Radko Chinoiserie

Christoper Radko Chinoiserie Bloom

 

For those who collect Christoper Radko's gorgeous ornaments, here is a blue and white chinoiserie one called Chinoiserie Bloom. This would make a lovely Christmas gift for the chinoiserie lover. I collect special chinoiserie Christmas ornaments - I would often find gorgeous ones at Neiman Marcus - alas! - no NM close by.

Chinoiserie at Lilly Pulitzer

Lilly Pulitzer Large Ginger Jar

 

Just in time for decorating for the holidays and for holiday gift giving, some seriously fabulous chinoiserie pieces at Lilly Pulitzer. These have a preppy Palm Beach vibe that Lilly is known for.

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.

The Blue and White Espresso Maker

Bialetti Moka Stovetop Espresso Maker

 

Two Italian icons Bialetti and Dolce & Gabbana have joined forces to create this beautiful espresso maker in a stunning blue and white Mediterraneo design.

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.

Valentine's Day Gifts for the Chef

Muraglia Heart Extra Virgin Olive Oil

Here are some lovely ideas for Valentine's Day gifts for the chef in your life - or perhaps for yourself. 

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.

Interior Design Books for Christmas Gifts

Currently Classic Jonathan Rachman Design

 

Interior design books are one of my favorite gifts to give and to receive. These are recent releases that would be wonderful additions to the library of any interior design lover.

Gifts for the Car Lover

Vintage Nissan Figaro

When I was car shopping recently and posted about it, I found out from your comments how many of us are car aficionados. So here are my top picks for a little holiday gift gifting for our car babies.

Pickleball Gift Picks

Recess

 You all have definitely motivated me to take up pickleball in the new year. We have courts where I live and free beginner classes, so it couldn't be easier. And of course you can play here outdoors all year round.

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.

A Chinoiserie Christmas with Southern Style

Southern Living Holiday Chinoiserie Topiary Kitchen Towel

A perfect way to add some chinoiserie charm to your kitchen for the holidays is beautiful kitchen towels. I have towel bars at the ends of my new marble kitchen island and these would be great.

Two New Fall Favorites

Rothy's

 

I have found two new wonderful additions to my wardrobe that I have to share. If you follow CC, you know I am a huge fan of Rothy's, the insanely cute, comfy, chic, eco-friendly, and machine washable shoes that will make your feet so happy.

Chic Father's Day Gift Ideas

Lilly Pulitzer

 

With Father's Day just around the corner, I have put together some interesting ideas for gifts at all different price points.