We spend a lot of time at home during the holidays—really, the whole winter. It's a time for restful relaxation and nesting. Make someone's home even happier with a thoughtful gift that's one part practical and one part luxurious. The key here is to get something they might need, but won't get for themselves. A richly scented candle or luxuriously lathering soap. Maybe a vintage serving board for the friend who's always hosting. Perhaps a cozy quilt or handsome personal heater for the person who can never get warm during the winter. Here are some of the items our team is giving (and asking for) this season.
Foolproof Home Gift Ideas
Norfolki island pine,
$57 by The Sill
Ellington dual-wick candle,
$45 by Harlem Candle Co.
Vintage European bread boards, from $149 at Food52
Match cloches,
$34 at Jayson Home
Porcelain Sellier tray,
$610 by Hermès
Ilias ribbed vase,
$95 by Soho Home
Wifi-connected smart clock, $149 by Loftie
Organic cotton jersey quilt, $200 by Offhours
Daily desk calendar,
$48 by Shinola
Original canvas print, $185 by Upton
Japanese toaster oven, $299 by Balmuda
Enamel and wood tea kettle, $129 by Schoolhouse
Acrylic tumbling tower, $79.95 at CB2
Great Shapes puzzle, $26 / $20 by Piecework