This series
is dedicated to Diana Vreeland and how she came to the world’s attention followed
by eternal admiration. While the
suggestions might not be as outrageous or imaginative, these articles will have
one unified theme and that is the gift giving season of 2015. There will be
ideas for holiday gift giving from around the world from brands you may or may
not know which range from somewhat normal or expected to the outrageous.
Colleagues
and resources from around the world have sent me their ideas of what would make
a great gift for a friend, a dear one or even yourself. The selections cover
everything from commissioned artwork to handbags to collectibles to fine
jewelry to scent and even personal styling sessions for men and women. No
matter what strikes your fancy, hopefully these suggestions will make for some
fun reading. Feel free to pass them onto
friends for their enjoyment or gift giving possibilities. All of them
accessible online, at brick and mortar establishments or by phone so shop on!
With the
Festival of Lights (Chanukah) scarcely a week away and Christmas just around
the corner, let the games begin and my question to you is “Why don’t you?”
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Why don’t you shod your feet and wrap
your wrist in the latest and greatest from Salvatore Ferragamo? Those kaleidoscopically
colorful and smashing shoes come from their collaboration with young shoe designer
Edgardo Osorio and the introduction of their new Signature timepiece. Make
those toesies dance while you watch the minutes and hours of your days tick
away with exceptional beauty. Find the
fantastical “scarpe e orologi” at www.ferragamo.com or at your local brick and mortar
location.
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Why don’t you wrap yourself in a
piece of real Americana like a wool blanket/throw by Pendleton found at River
Gallery in Narrowsburg NY? The shop is chock a block with wonderfulness and one
of a kind treasures that will no doubt find their way to your domicile or for gift giving.
The River Gallery Home at 8 Main Street Narrowsburg NY 12764 845-252-3238 or www.rivergalleryny.com
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Why don’t you own or give the most
sublime piece of fashion jewelry that will make you the center of attention
anywhere you go. This treasure by Matthew Greer from across the pond and his
collections are all made by hand using age old techniques and skills. Imagine
the stares when wearing this scarf of maille and pearls not to mention the compliments.
Shop the collection at www.greer.nl
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Why don’t you give a key ring that
will never be lost? Not only are they symbols of your birth sign but they are
made of Nile crocodile in the most divine and lush colors. Of course, you might
want something more substantial like a croco hobo or maybe a crock bracelet
with signature hardware and all from SWOON. Tell Helena how you found her.
Explore the possibilities at www.swoonluxe.com/product/crocodile-key-ring
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Why don’t you fill your home or your
bestie’s with scents from the masters of scent at MiN? Their candles are
sublime and well the porcelain covered jars are keepsakes for a lifetime. Think
of them as the wall to wall carpeting of scent, MiN fills all of your
“scentsual” needs. Shop at 117 Crosby Street in NYC (212 206
6366) or at www.min.com/collections/holiday-guide
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Why don’t you gift wrap your wrist or
that of a loved one with one of a kind hand beaded cuff from Andrea Gutierrez of
Los Angeles. She can turn you into a walking wonder of haute couture skills for
your wrist so when you sip champagne all eyes will be on you. You might even be
the envy of all or make someone the envy of their social set. Set up an
appointment for your own private viewing at 213-255-1338 or shop at www.andreagutierrezjewelry.com
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Why don’t you preserve your image or
that of a love one, whether pet, significant other or child so that you or they
live on for generations to come? Schedule a portrait sooner than later and
don’t forget to hang it or give it complete with portrait light! Get in touch
with Leland Neff and see what he can do for you and by the way he can work from
photographs. Contact Leland at www.lelandneff.com
or have a look at his work at www.lelandneff.blogspot.com
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Why don’t you head on over to Hudson
NY and find out what’s happening at FRG Objects. You know darlings, the place is
owned and curated by that dear boy Rick Gillette of hair, makeup and Vogue fame,
and yes dears that VOGUE when fashion rocked. I hear he has vintage glass to
die for, artisan fine jewels of unique quality, home furnishings, oh how I love
that and even some divinely scented candles available nowhere else but there.
So all you lovelies better see if you can get that great talent to help you
with your gift selections, he is such a dear you know! FRG
OBJECTS & DESIGN / ART 217
Warren Street, 2nd Floor Hudson,
NY 12534 or www.facebook.com/FRGObjectsandDesignArtGallery to see
what awaits. Oops she just took over my brain for a second here!
