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Tessa's Gift Ideas
“The key to giving a great gift is a little like matchmaking. It’s all about the right thing for the right person — it doesn’t matter if it’s extravagant or humble. If I feel excited to give someone a gift, I know I’ve done a good job. Below are a handful of discoveries I love.”
— Tessa
Party Tricks
I love to give a gift that has a sense of whimsy or humor. This Byredo mascara adds a pop of color to my bag. Lisa Corti’s napkins make a great hostess gift — her approach to color is really sophisticated. I collect these French ceramic plates from Le Fanion everytime I visit NY. Finally, our Pippa velvet choker and earrings are wonderful pieces to wear to upcoming holiday parties.
Timeless Gifts
A gift that lasts a lifetime is always worth it. Our fisherman sweater is a great investment piece and I’d pair it with our 100% cashmere scarf. For martini nights in with your besties this stylish Georg Jensen cocktail set does the trick. I recently saw this Japanese cube kettle on my friend’s stove — it’s so striking and boils water quickly. Peace of mind is arguably the greatest luxury — Thich Nhat Hanh’s Mindfulness Essentials series keeps things in perspective.
Practical Presents
Some of the best gifts I’ve gotten are things that are so useful I can’t imagine living without them. A subscription to World of Interiors keeps me inspired with its gorgeous photography and witty writing. I practically live in these block printed pajamas on the weekend. I discovered this cocoa detox tea last year — it tastes like a dessert without the sugar. The jewelry trays we designed keep my pieces organized on my vanity. I’m gifting this Alessi vacuum to my father in law — being tidy is something I’m trying to be better at and this portable vacuum does it in style.
Special Somethings
Sometimes you need to go all out for that special someone or simply treat yourself. Our 14k baroque pearl earrings make a classic gift she’ll have forever. All the girls in our office wear our new Oasis ring in abalone. Louboutin ballet flats in lipstick red are essential for me. This Schiaparelli face bag is my fantasy — not an everyday piece but who cares when it looks this fab. An Hermes Cape Cod on a double tour strap is more fun than a Tank and they can be found for a deal on reseller sites.