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20 Holiday Gifts for the Design Lover

Got a design enthusiast in your life? If you’re stumped on what to get that someone who loves all things aesthetic, follow this guide for 20 great gift ideas from coffee table books to bookshelf decor.

FOR THE PERSON WHO HAS EVERYTHING

Author Abigail Ahern shares design tips on creating a sense of style and her favorite home decor sources in her tome, Everything. Also available at Barnes & Noble, $45. 

Photo courtesy of Drooz and Company

FOR THE NIGHT OWL

San Francisco–based ceramic artist Erin Hupp crafted the hand-thrown Egg lamp as part of her new lighting collection. It’s designed with a porcelain Tala light bulb and an electric cord in various colors. 

Photo by Adahlia Cole

FOR THE HOME CHEF

The cheery linen apron is made in Portugal and features a classic Schumacher fabric pattern, Chiang Mai; $125. 

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Serve in style this holiday with the American Modern gravy boat and saucer in coral; $100. 

Photo by Christopher Focht

FOR THE BIBLIOPHILE

The ring-shaped Irish limestone Obj_1.02 bookends are made from upcycled stone and provide visual interest to the bookshelf; price on request.

Photo courtesy of Orior Furniture

FOR THE DECORATOR

The Chopped Bowl Set can be used as stylish tableware, or as decorative objects in the living room; $209. 

Photo courtesy of Industry West

The handmade Margutta ceramic vase adds a sculptural element to the front entry console or dining table; $214. 

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FOR THE ENTERTAINER

Spruce up cocktail hour with the brightly-hued, woven Dashes coaster set in green and pink; $26.

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Knoxville, Tennessee–based Pretentious Glass Co. crafted the tilted Blackberry Mountain whiskey decanter; $150. 

FOR THE CANDLE CONNOISSEUR

The hand-poured Josee pillars in terracotta are made with 100-percent pure North American beeswax; starting at $33.50.

Photo courtesy of Greentree Home

The Spiced Delight 75ml candle has notes of honey, cinnamon, amber, vanilla, and Tonka bean, and comes in a box adorned with artwork by French visual artist Matthieu Forichon; $90. 

Photo courtesy of Parfums de Marly

FOR THE TEA FANATIC

Borrowing from Ayurvedic healing sensibilities, the cosmic dealer teas are blended with certified organic and ethically sourced ingredients and range from immunity-boosting Energy Green and sleep-promoting Sleep Infusion; $24 each.

Photo courtesy of Jayson Home

FOR THE HOSTESS

Add a hint of glam to the coffee table or home office with the bronze Palm dish; $220. 

Photo courtesy of Kelly Wearstler Gallery

The bronze oblong mirrored tray is perfect for serving cocktails or as a decorative piece on the dresser; $149.

Photo courtesy of Industry West

Handcrafted by Montegranaro, a family-owned workshop in Marche, Italy, the hand-thrown Blue splatterware oil and salt dish set is made of glazed terracotta; $50. 

Photo courtesy of Il Buco Vita

FOR OLD SCHOOL VIBES

Despite its old-fashioned appearance and classic bell ring, the rotary phone is completely compatible with digital and analog home networks; $75. 

Photo courtesy of Jayson Home

FOR THE NETFLIX BINGER

Cozy up for movie nights or backyard stargazing with the vintage wool throw. It’s made in Turkey and wrapped in a vegan leather harness for easy transport; $168. 

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FOR THE NEW HOMEOWNER

The squiggly Brancusi Lamp in walnut was designed as a wink to modernist sculptor and painter Constântin Brancusi; $750. 

Photo courtesy of Farmhouse Pottery

Designed by McGee & Co., the screen-printed Venita Floral pillow cover recalls a vintage pattern; $56.

Photo courtesy of McGee & Co.

FOR THE KID AT HEART

Capture holiday memories in style with the Diana mini camera; $69 for camera and flash, $24 for color 35mm film. 

Photo courtesy of Jayson Home

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