6 Stylish Hostess Gifts

The holidays are coming up so without a doubt you will be attending a dinner or party hosted by one of your friends, family or business associates. It’s always nice to be a gracious guest and bring a gift, but finding something both chic and unique can be a challenge. Below are some of my favorite ideas:

Quill Cheese Knife Set, BUY NOW, $28
These gorgeous feather cheese knives from Anthropologie are seasonless and reasonably priced. I want them now!

MoMa Smart Candles, BUY NOW, $28
If you love giving candles but your host has small kids or pets, these smart candles from the MoMA store are safe and gorgeous!

Monogrammed Soaps, BUY NOW, $30
A gift with a personalized touch always makes a difference! These monogrammed soaps are special and look great in any powder room.

Marie Belle Hot Chocolate Tins Set, BUY NOW, $54
The gourmet hot chocolate mixes from MarieBelle are amazingly delicious and come packaged in festive tins. I recently received these as a gift from a good friend and am enjoying them very much!

Thompson Ferrier Candle, BUY NOW, $68
Candles make a great hostess gift because you can never have too many! I am obsessed with these new candles because of their unique, beautiful shape and delicious smell. And, there is also a great love story behind them.

Moderne: Timo Hot Cold glass set, BUY NOW, $69
These multi-functional glasses make a great gift for the host with a modern sensibility. I love that they can be used for both hot and cold beverages.

Buy Monogrammable Paper Guest Towels, $29

 

Buy Monogrammable Paper Guest Towels, $29 These paper hand towels are nicely monogrammed are great to bring to a BBQ or dinner party They can be used in the bathroom as hand towels or for napkins Shop the Full Story: Best Hostess Gifts

Buy Crushed Bowl, $110

 

Buy Crushed Bowl, $110 Designed by a Belgian-Dane architect whose work won the prestigious Golden Lion at the Venice Biennale of Architecture Its geometric shape and white color makes it an easy fit into any contemporary kitchen Shop the Full Story: Best Hostess Gifts

Buy Slatkin & Co. 3 wick candles, $19.50

 

Buy Slatkin & Co. 3 wick candles, $19.50 These candles with three wicks look substantial and have alluring aromas like Coconut Leaves and Mango Cilantro Makes a wonderful hostess gift Shop the Full Story: Best Hostess Gifts

Buy Olivier Cruet, $26

 

Buy Olivier Cruet, $26 Combines hand-filled bottles of extra-virgin olive oil and balsamic vinegar stacked one atop the other The cruet also serves as delicious décor to your dining room table or kitchen set Shop the Full Story: Best Hostess Gifts

Buy Zoku® Quick Pop Maker, $49.95

 

Buy Zoku® Quick Pop Maker, $49.95 Yogurt, juice, stripes, fruit –this maker unleashes the kid’s creativity Easy-to-use and clean Shop the Full Story: Best Hostess Gifts

Buy Cocktail Master, $35

 

Buy Cocktail Master, $35 It mixes the drinks for you to save time and arm strength Complete with a measuring guide on the side Shop the Full Story: Best Hostess Gifts

Buy Celestial Coasters, $32

 

Buy Celestial Coasters, $32 Potter Kerry Brooks makes them by hand and each one is unique These daintily detailed coasters are a quirky-cute addition to anyone’s party set Shop the Full Story: Best Hostess Gifts

Buy Indego Africa Wine Bags, $8

 

Buy Indego Africa Wine Bags, $8 These bags are fresh and fun for the summer, with their popping patterns and bright hues Each bag is hand sewn by women at the Cococki cooperative in Rwanda Shop the Full Story: Best Hostess Gifts

Outfitting the Perfect Guest Room With Eve Robinson

These items are sure to give your guest a luxurious weekend retreat this summer season!

Toothbrushes:
Anthropologie Acca Kappa Toothbrush
These toothbrushes are not only stylish but made of entirely biodegradable materials. Perfect for that weekend guest who forgets the No. 1 bathroom essential, this toothbrush brings a little glamour to a notoriously unsightly bathroom accessory!
Buy Now, $6.50

Fancy Guest Soaps:
Jo Malone Bath Soap Bars
Nothing welcomes guests like freshly scented soaps! With several fragrance combinations to choose from, these Jo Malone soaps will leave your weekend guests with a spa-like satisfaction.
Buy Now, $50 for 3 Bars

Cotton Robe:
John Robshaw via Gracious Home Cotton Voile Robes
Comfort and design go hand-in-hand with these fun printed robes. John Robshaw has taken the functional classic robe and given it a twist with a punch of color and cotton perfectly suited for any room and weekend guest!
Buy Now, $95

Alarm Clock:
Unica Home Anything Alarm Clock by Michael Sodeau
These modern yet easy-to-read alarm clocks are the perfect bedside accessory for any guest room. In four different colors, they are appropriate for any décor and give your guests the comfort of mind knowing that they won’t miss out on any weekend fun!
Buy Now, $69

Water Carafe:
Design Within Reach Night Carafe
Made of blown glass, this carafe is sure to impress any guest. Its sleek design is a perfect complement to any bedside table and is an elegant alternative to the standard nighttime water cup.
Buy Now, $80

After studying art history at Vassar College, Eve joined the ranks at Ralph Lauren. Unfulfilled by the world of houndstooth and plaid, she pursued a career in interior design, completing the Interior Design program at Parsons School of Design. Since founding Eve Robinson Associates, Inc. in NYC, Eve’s work has appeared in numerous magazines, books, and been featured on HGTV’s Interiors By Design. After a hectic day of work, Eve enjoys cooking for her family and helping her kids with homework. Read More…