Giving & Receiving
A guide to gifting this season
One of my favorite edits to curate each year, I present to you, this year’s gift guide. 50 + options to give, and to hopefully, receive.
I would love for you to pass this gift guide along to anyone you think might appreciate it! Or, consider gifting a subscription to a friend with good taste :)
Triangle Scarf / The Benny Belt in Python / Embossed GUIRLANDE DE CARTIER / The Olivia Sculpture Bag / Saphire Cowry Charm / Kiss My Liquid Lip
Elio Bourse Bag / Silver Catchall / Tortoiseshell Hair Clip / Petite Bessette Rivière Necklace / Scarlet Cardigan in Jam / The Lip and Eye Indulgence Kit
I’m not sure that there’s a better gift than this cardigan, available in deep burgundy jam here. If there’s someone you really love, or know someone who really loves you (hint hint, fwd this their way), and you… or they, just so happen to have $1,680 to spend on a cardigan, I can guarantee this (specifically in this color) will earn points.
Makeup Pouch / Mother-of-Pearl Swan Spoon (would make the ultimate accompaniment to a tin of caviar) / Dalia Bag / Farmhouse Throw / Rouge Lip Care Balm / Floral Silk Scarf
If you’re drawing a blank on a gift, Jenni Kayne is always a reliable and beloved gifting option. My 3 favorite items to gift are the throw blankets, the shearling slippers, and the Amelia Crewneck. You can use ILANA15 for 15% off at checkout.
Striped Cotton-Terry Bathrobe / Personalized Travel Hairbrush & Mirror / Black Truffle Popcorn / Vela Jungle Candle / London Silk-Satin Eye Mask / Roma Heirloom Tomato Hand Care Duo
Flamingo Estate is another one of my go-to gifting sites, especially for a hostess gift. If you’re local to LA, the Peak Season Fruit Box is a lovely and always appreciated, way of saying “thank you”. This works wether you stayed the weekend in a guest room, or were invited over for dinner. A beautiful olive oil set is another great gift to bring to a host this holiday season (a perfect alternative to a bottle of wine), same with a soap + lotion set for the kitchen sink. It’s not a bad idea to have a few on hand for any last minute thank you’s. And The Art of Hospitality set is an ideal way to wish someone a Happy Thanksgiving from afar.
Not Flamingo Estate related, but I had to sneak this embroidered apron in somewhere. If you’re looking for eccentric, or slightly ridiculous gifts, look no further.
"Dry Clean Only" Laundry Bag / Oversized Coasters / Cashmere Socks / Pewter Lugano Frame / 14K Quartz & Tourmaline Lollipop Ring / Sillimanite Shell Charm
Smudge & Contour Lip Pencil / Gucci Slim Horsebit Shoulder Bag, also avail in black / Mini Compass in Tiger’s Eye / Rock River Melody / 512 Tray in Honeycomb / Essential Lip Compact / Taper Candle with Bow
Gohar World is a playful tableware company designed by two sisters in New York. Their pieces make for fun gifts, like these lace chocolate hands, tapered candlesticks, or a personalized embroidered envelope to house special notes.
Fara Homidi’s bold, artful, mood-boosting packaging is reason enough to deem her products gift worthy. Her artistry has graced the runways of MiuMiu, Ferragamo, and Hermès, the products are high quality and industry vetted. Their newest launch, the Pochette, also makes for a great gift. If shopping on ModaOperandi, you can use code POPPY for free shipping on beauty purchases.
Anastasio Home produces beautiful home accessories and upcycled stone goods. A portion of their designs are in-stock and ready-to-ship, others have a 3-4 week lead time. You can use the code ILANATORBINER10 for 10% off.
Régime des Fleurs is a line of fragrances inspired by nature, art, and history. The bottles themselves are a work of art, and my favorite, Rock River Melody, “is like a muddy ride on horseback in sparkling green Fontainebleau forest”. If shopping on ModaOperandi, you can use code POPPY for free shipping on beauty purchases.
Retrouvaí s mini compass necklace, modeled after vintage pocket watches, represents a woman’s intuition, guiding her as her own compass. The designer, a grandchild of a costume designer, believes in mixing the old with the new. The signet ring makes for another thoughtful gift.
All 5 lines are independent, female-founded and run businesses.
Petite Brush Collection / Vintage Cuff Links / Ellie Blouse in Milk White / 10" & 12" Fry Pan Set / Embroidered Lace Personalized Envelope / La Vie En Fleurs Liquid Soap & Lip Balm
Anything Westman Atelier makes a great gift. Their petite brush collection is the perfect present for the friend in your life that appreciates makeup, and at a lower price point, the glow trio comes in the same limited-edition red glossy packaging.
Shiny Tote / Via Carota Negroni Set / Supersonic Hair Dryer / Hemen Stripe Boxers / Izmir Sandal / Hybrid Mug
A step above an ordinary bottle of booze, the Via Carota cocktail set might just be the star of this guide. Also available as a Martini Set, or opt for espresso martini in a bottle.
Friendly reminder, the 1st night of Hanukkah is exactly 1 month away, and 48 days until Christmas, but it’s never too early to start your shopping. Talk soon!
Loved this guide! Would love to see your personal wishlist next!!
Yes! Love the uniqueness vs all the same products that the brands push. I’m calling it - the best gift guides are in Substack!!