There’s no better time than the holidays to surprise a client with the perfect present. “A small gift is a thoughtful touch that completes the spirit of the house we’ve created together,” designer Kathryn M. Ireland tells Business of Home.
To help you spread some seasonal cheer, we asked designers to share their favorite gift ideas, and they delivered. From block-print napkins to a personalized bottle of olive oil, delight your classic decor–loving clientele with gifts they’ll love all year long.
SAFI SUZANI LAMPSHADE BY KATHRYN M. IRELAND
“Whenever a project wraps, I love gifting a statement lampshade from my own collection. This can often be an overlooked item when finishing a home, but once they see how it lifts a room, they are thrilled.” —Kathryn M. Ireland, Los Angeles
GÉMELLITÉ DE MARBRE IN ÉBÈNE BY OFFICINE UNIVERSELLE BULY
“We love gifting this ebony marble candle set from a favorite shop in Paris. It arrives in a chic octagonal box that is personalized in calligraphy with each client’s name—the packaging feels like a gift itself, and then you open it to find a beautifully scented candle.” —Barrie Benson, Charlotte
ONE RED, ONE WHITE WINE BASKET BY HELEN’S
“I love gifting Helen’s wine baskets because they feel so personal to each client. They come in a chic, beautifully curated box and introduce our clients to new wines. The bottles are always stunning.” —Jessica Nicastro, Los Angeles
MADAME MEDIUM BOX BY ANTOINETTE POISSON
“I love the decorative boxes from Antoinette Poisson—they add instant charm wherever they land, whether on an open shelf or a bedside table. I often fill them with chocolates or pretty soaps as a small surprise for clients.” —Meghan Jay, Evanston, Illinois
BUGIA CANDLESTICK BY FORMAFANTASMA AT ROLL & HILL
“Delicate yet sculptural, this candlestick is a timeless accent piece that complements an array of interior styles.” —Emily Caron, Span Architecture, New York
PERSONALIZED HERITAGE EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL BY FLAMINGO ESTATE
“A personalized bottle of Flamingo Estate olive oil turns a simple ingredient into something meaningful that is also beautifully crafted, deeply thoughtful and endlessly useful. It’s the kind of gift that celebrates good taste in every sense.” —Allison Mattison, Trellis Home Design, Hingham, Massachusetts
TAROCCO MARTINI SOHO CANDLE BY FIFTH & MADISON AT COUTURE BRANDS
“We love gifting our clients with a luxury scent experience. Lately, our favorite is Fifth & Madison’s Tarocco Martini Soho double-wick candle. The box includes a set of matches and a small drawer at the bottom that holds the glass lid. It’s gift-giving-ready!” —Arianne Bellizaire, Baton Rouge, Louisiana
DOUBLE OLD-FASHIONED SET OF 2 IN LISMORE BLACK BY WATERFORD
“This iconic glass set is a truly timeless gift. It’s the perfect way to elevate any bar, making even the simplest cocktail feel extra special.” —Alexis Vitale, Hermosa Beach, California
JAGGED BOWL WITH HEART BY HEIDI BISHOP AT SUMMERILL & BISHOP
“Ceramist Heidi Bishop creates the most beautiful little ring bowls. The matte finish on the underside is a wonderful texture, the tiny gold rim detailing is a beautiful added touch, and the red heart shows how I feel in the most subtle way. They’re one of a kind, and as special as my clients.” —Cynthia Ferguson, Toronto
ROCA REDONDA CANDLE BY SCHUMACHER
“We stockpile these candles from Schumacher and gift them to clients and friends alike. A lovely scent paired with a chic print creates the perfect design-minded gift.” —Mimi Meacham, Marian Louise Design, Houston
MALLORCA TOWEL IN COASTAL BLUE BY SERENA & LILY
“We love how this towel blends style and performance. It’s made from 100 percent Turkish Aegean cotton with those classic Mediterranean stripes and a hand-knotted fringe that feels so elevated.” —Nate Fox, Foxterra Design, Santa Ana, California
ROELLINGER PEPPER GRINDER IN RED BY PEUGEOT SAVEURS
“I gave this Peugeot Saveurs pepper grinder last year. It is a simple, functional gift that elevates the experience of cooking and does not require coordinating with a client’s home interior.” —Steve Kadlec, Chicago
VINCENT BRANDI HUDSON RIVER SERIES MINI STUDIES AT STUDIO SFW
“These uniquely beautiful mini-paintings from Vincent Brandi’s Hudson River series are the perfect gift for a client: small enough to hang anywhere and not flashy or specific in style, so that they can fit any aesthetic.” —Rachael Stollar, Studio SFW, New York
FERDY CORDLESS TABLE LAMP BY POOKY LIGHTING
“Pooky Lighting’s wireless marble table lamp is our new favorite holiday gift! We love being able to customize the lampshade to match the interior material palette for each project and client.” —Lara Apelian, New York
PARI BLOCK-PRINTED TABLE NAPKINS BY SOIL TO STUDIO
“Handmade textiles always feel special, and these block-print napkins from Soil to Studio bring warmth and artistry to even the simplest meal. They’re the kind of gift that gets used, loved, and becomes part of a home’s story.” —Danielle Chiprut, Danielle Rose Design Co., Rockville Centre, New York
MONOGRAMMED FOLDING LUGGAGE RACK BY MARK & GRAHAM
“Since the majority of our clients call Florida their second home and frequently host friends and family, these monogrammed luggage racks are not only a luxury but an essential, making them the perfect client gift. Often, we’ll elevate these even further by sourcing extra fabric from each space and having the rack straps custom made to match.” —Lisa Erdmann, Palm Beach
