There’s no better time than the holidays to surprise a client with the perfect present. “When selecting a gift for a client, I always try to find something personal that they will enjoy and hopefully use,” designer Judy Dunne tells Business of Home. “Of course, it must be packaged beautifully and include a handwritten note.”
To help you spread some holiday cheer, we asked designers to share their favorite gift ideas, and they delivered. From agate coasters to ruffled bowls, treat your earthy, material-minded clientele to a thoughtful gift that celebrates the spirit of the season.
SQUARE RUFFLE BOWL IN CHERRY GOLD BY ANASTASIO HOME AT ANYON ATELIER
“As an interior designer, I love gifting pieces that feel both artful and enduring. This bowl is hand-carved from solid stone and brings timeless craftsmanship and quiet luxury to any space.” —Lindsay Anyon Brier, Anyon Atelier, San Francisco
OBJECT 11 BURNER AND PLATE BY M.FISHER
“When gifting my clients, I want the gift to be as unique as the experience in working together, and Matthew Fisher’s objects hit all the points.” —Bonnie Steves, BJS-Assoc Interior Design, New York
LUXURY CORK YOGA MAT BY PARAGON STUDIO
“This high-end yoga mat is easy to store, and its natural cork design offers a neutral aesthetic that suits a wide range of spaces.” —Stephanie Larsen, Sedona, Arizona
ORBIT CANDLEHOLDER IN BRUSHED BRASS BY LINDSEY ADELMAN AT ROLL & HILL
“The Orbit candleholder is unique in that it is inspired by planetary motion—a reminder that beauty often lies in subtle balance, and a fitting gesture of gratitude for a client whose world you helped shape.” —Susan Petrie-Badertscher, New York
LARGE ROSE AND AGATE BUNDLE BY CATHERINE RISING
“I love gifting sage bundles. They make a chic topper to a larger gift, like tied to a bottle of champagne, or a thoughtful token of appreciation on their own.” —Jennie Bishop, Chicago
METEOR CANDLEHOLDERS IN BRONZE BY JILL PLATNER
“These candlestick holders are small and transitional enough to complement any decor, whether on a dining table, a coffee table, or even a bathroom shelf. Plus, they feel good in your hand and are crafted in New York.” —Andrew Franz, New York
FLARED VASE BY NICKEY KEHOE
“During winter, I love to gift winter bulbs that sprout and flower with very easy care, like paperwhites or amaryllis, in a beautiful glass vase. They make a great addition to a holiday table centerpiece or sit beautifully on a sill.” —Lynn Kloythanomsup, Landed Interiors, New York and Berkeley, California
WHITE TRUFFLE EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL BY FLAMINGO ESTATE
“This holiday season I am sharing Flamingo Estate’s White Truffle olive oil with family and friends. It captures the earthy elegance of freshly harvested truffles—perfect for pasta and a nice glass of wine!” —Meridith Baer, Los Angeles
HERBERIUM GASTRONOMIC NAPKIN SET I BY KEN FULK
“These napkins have such a beautiful, understated charm. Each one is hand-printed on 100 percent French linen with a different culinary herb, so the set feels curated and personal.” —Sarah Akbary, Los Angeles
BIRD GLASS BOTTLE BY SIMONE CRESTANI AT ARTEMEST
“Simone Crestani is a master glass artist, and I would be delighted to receive anything he made. I am especially loving this gorgeous bird decanter right now.” —Judy Dunne, Butter and Eggs, New York
STUDIO W CANDLE
“My custom Studio W candle is the perfect light scent to have on all day, and it’s housed in a stunning vessel made of Calacatta marble that can sit anywhere.” —Diana Wagenbach, Studio W Interiors, Hinsdale, Illinois
TOBACCO JAR BY NÄVFEQVARN AT EMERSON BAILEY
“This tobacco jar is a true collectors piece, referencing the Swedish Grace movement. Its sculptural form makes it stand beautifully on its own, but for an extra personal touch, it can be styled with flowers, filled with a favorite specialty chocolate or used to discreetly conceal a candle.” —Susan Weiss, Emerson Bailey, Bozeman, Montana
PEDRA COASTERS SET IN SMOKE AGATE BY ANNA NEW YORK
“A home needs the perfect accessories to complete it. These agate coasters look beautiful and get used every day to protect all those gorgeous surfaces.” —Anjali Pollack, New York
CONDUIT CANDLESTICKS SET BY JOHN SHEPPARD
“I’m a big fan of John Sheppard’s work, and we worked with him on gifting clients pieces from his Conduit candlestick collection. The ceramic finish is natural, modern, and works in every context.” —Ahmad AbouZanat, New York
WAXED AMARYLLIS BULB IN WHITE AT TERRAIN
“My second grader, Eliot, and I both love these waxed amaryllis bulbs. They require no water or soil, and they grow directly out of the wax. Not only are they beautiful—they’re a little bit magical.” —Lauren Stern, Larchmont, New York
ISOLDE CANDLE IN WOODEN VESSEL BY ROSE TARLOW MELROSE HOUSE
“Not only is the scent of this Rose Tarlow candle incredible, but the vessel is a gorgeous warm tone of wood and makes a great and long-lasting accessory for a shelf or coffee table.” —Erica Vassalotti, Bergman Vass, Philadelphia
