New York to L.A. Holiday Gift Guide: The Deluxe Edition
Hand crafted leather art handbag featuring the Chrysler building, the Empire State and other iconic New York edifices by Min and Mon. This sweet snow globe is a MoMA exclusive: Yoshitomo Nara’s Little Wanderer—a character based on his 1999 sculptures Little Pilgrims (Night Walking.) Ocean of positivity turquoise and jasper wrap bracelet by TeamPlanting NY. Chic wool beret by Emporio Armani, Spring St. NY.
New Yorkers know that the gift shop of the Metropolitan Museum of Art, located at 1000 Fifth Avenue is the place to find the perfect Christmas tree ornaments, especially as gifts that are sure to impress.
The Met’s collection of art inspired silk scarves are on just about everyone’s wish list. Stunning Louis C. Tiffany Dogwood Oblong Silk Scarf.
The Met Cloisters Garden Hand-Painted Glass Ornament Set. These lovely ornaments pay homage to the brilliant flower studies (ca. 1510–1515) created by the Master of Claude de France, found in the Met’s collection.
High jewelry by Louis Vuitton. From the Spirit High Jewelry collection is the Grace statement necklace – a majestic three-dimensional diamond-set choker set with a 65.26 carat oval-shaped tsavorite drop.
High jewelry rings by Louis Vuitton. Sinuous diamonds and tsavorite from the Spirit couture collection.
Micro Chantilly bag by Louis Vuitton, fabricated of monogram coated canvas.
Über cool leather biker jacket by Louis Vuitton, located in New York at 1 East 57 St., Fifth Avenue.
For the ski enthusiast on your list: abstract design technical puffer ski jacket, Louis Vuitton.
Brighten up a special friend’s living room with this classic Noguchi light sculpture, available through the Noguchi museum, located in Long Island City, New York.
Retro Noguchi TV Akari light sculpture lantern handcrafted using the traditional art of Japanese papermaking.
Iconic Isamu Noguchi classic walnut coffee table, originally created in 1944.
For a very special someone on your holiday list, a visit to the flagship store of Tiffany & Co. at 610 5th Ave. to peruse the magnificent tableware would be a delicious pleasure. This is the charming Audubon pattern.
A tall caffè macchiato definitely tastes better in a porcelain Tiffany & Co. coffee mug.
The delightful Wisteria pattern. Tableware by Tiffany & Co.
The Tiffany & Co. Eternity watch. Each diamond is a different cut.
Referencing the Art Deco designs of the 1940’s the Tiffany & Co. East-West watch would be a thoughtful gift for a dear collector friend.
We’ll cover both coasts of the country and pop over to Rodeo Drive in L.A. to continue searching for the best gifts money can buy. Versace butterfly pillow, 240 N. Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills.
There must be someone on your list who will swoon for these satin hot pink platforms with crystal ankle detail. Versace.
Must-have baroque print double-breasted denim blazer by Versace.
Men’s long denim coat by Versace would be an appreciated gift by any fashion forward fellow.
Have a home fragrance lover on your holiday list? These scented candles encased in gorgeous Versace designed porcelain will be sure to please.
We’ll drive down the block to Bijan, (nobody walks in L.A.) and check out what gifts we can find here, at 443 N. Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills, California.
Designer menswear and couture apparel can be purchased at the House of Bijan.
Made-to measure jackets and suits by Bijan.
Embroidered black suede loafers with the signature Bijan crest and yellow trim detail.
Exclusive Bijan fragrances for men.
Where do those in-the-know go in Beverly Hills for the finest designer chocolates? And Sons Chocolatier, of course.
And Sons Chocolatier holiday selection. Chocolates almost too beautiful to eat. Almost.
Beauty products are always appreciated for the holidays. This hedonistic collection by Gucci, located at 347 N. Rodeo Dr., Beverly Hills.
Iconic horsebit handbag by Gucci is the ultimate gift for your favorite horse-enthusiast.
Festive Gucci holiday lipstick.
Gucci Double G leather cowboy boots embellished with studs for a special friend, (or maybe for yourself because you deserve these and cowboy boots are uptrending.)
Western wear is super trendy right now. For all your cowgirl pals, these leather skirt chaps from Boot Barn are too fun to pass up.
Incredible art ring by the talented jewelry designer Stefania Lucchetta, represented by the Aaron Faber Gallery, New York.
Contemporary floral ring in stellite by award winning Stefania Lucchetta, represented by the Aaron Faber Gallery, New York.
Captivating marine blue brooch by Stefania Lucchetta, who incorporates 3D software into her intricate jewelry making process. Represented by the Aaron Faber Gallery, New York.
Trendy Linea Rossa sunglasses will ensure your someone special looks extra cool on the slopes, (or walking down the street picking up a pizza.) Prada, located at 724 5th Ave., New York.
Puffers are still going strong. This bold red one will look great under the tree. Recycled nylon goose down hooded jacket. Prada.
Now you can smell like a million dollars while handing out all of your fabulous holiday gifts with Prada Paradoxe, an intense floral and amber fragrance with a woody inflection.
If you’re a hat person, you’ll want to visit couture milliner Gigi Burris, for a few exquisite hats for yourself and if you can part with any, a select few for friends. 23 Pell Street, NY.
The only hat you’ll need to bring to your secret island paradise holiday. Gigi Burris Millinery.
Updated classic: the rose fedora. Gigi Burris Millinery.
Yes, it’s Carrie Bradshaw sporting a Gigi Burris crocheted straw beret.
Adorable crochet beret by Gigi Burris Millinery.
Shining rose silk hat by Gigi Burris Millinery.
Decorated turquoise anklet by TeamPlanting NY. This brand crafts jewelry from natural, recycled and reclaimed materials, supporting reforestation projects.
The chakra lava bracelet, for grounding and balance. TeamPlanting NY.
Good karma chakra desk lamp. TeamPlanting NY.
These colorful pink imperial jasper teardrop earrings radiate soothing and calming energies. TeamPlanting, NY.
New York designer Mara Hoffman creates extraordinary apparel, sustainably produced.
Curvaceous knit dress by Mara Hoffman.
This brilliant red dress is a party. Mara Hoffman.
Colorblock swimsuit by Mara Hoffman.
Referencing the flight jackets worn by aviators in the 1940’s, this updated version by AllSaints is crafted with leather and toasty warm shearling. Similar vintage inspired jackets have recently been spotted on the luxury shopping streets of Milan. Definitely uptrending.
The jewelry answer to the fringe trend by AllSaints, located at 328-330 North Beverly Drive,
Beverly Hills.
For holiday gifts with a positive Boho vibe, we’ll return to Los Angeles. Cowgirl ensemble by Warrior Within Designs.
Onsie paisley jumpsuit with versatile cowl neck, which can also be worn as a hood or off the shoulder. Warrior Within Designs.
Ponchos, wraps and fringe are uptrending so you might want to grab this pretty pink paisley burnout velvet kimono with ombre fringe as a gift for a fashion forward friend. Warrior Within Designs.
Rainbow tie-dye mini with gathered seams. Warrior Within Designs.
Velvet hoodie and jogger pants in custom designed “Oil Spill” print. The fabric is black light activated and available in both men’s and women’s sizes. Warrior Within Designs.
High neck halter mini paired with over the knee boots. Must-haves. Warrior Within Designs.
For festivals and all-night dancing raves, these tie-dye pirate pants are too groovy to pass up. Warrior Within Designs.
Midnight velvet Vaquera chaps pirate pants with ruffles. If you can’t decide between these and the tie-dye pirate pants, just splurge and get both. One to keep and one to gift. Warrior Within Designs.
Teal bamboo lyra bodysuit, from the Snip Tease Collection. Warrior Within Designs are produced locally, in Los Angeles. Every scrap of fabric generated is recycled or donated to local schools as a means toward sustainable production.
Zero Waste Daniel is a New York brand that utilizes scraps and deadstock sourced from New York City’s top designers. By purchasing this mixed fabric sweatshirt and matching joggers you are saving roughly one pound of fabric from heading to a landfill.
This funky mixed print scarf is fabricated out of 100% pre-consumer cutting room scraps, design room waste and leftover materials. Zero Waste Daniel.
Eco-friendly cheetah hoodie, Zero Waste Daniel.
Handcrafted from scrap materials, the Girl with the Pearl sweatshirt is a glorious garment created as a mosaic, intricately handcrafted by Daniel. Zero Waste Daniel is located at 257 Varet Street Brooklyn, New York.
The t-shirt that says it all. 100% organic. The Chnge brand focuses on sustainability and is located in Brooklyn, New York.
When choosing your gifts, you can give a gift to planet Earth by deciding on eco-friendly products. Happy Holidays!
