Visitors to the Galerie House of Art and Design were captivated by the refreshing scent of Gibson & Dehn’s Beach Privet candle which filled the artful spaces with the alluring aroma of the Hamptons’ iconic blossoming privets, citrusy grapefruit, coconut, sandalwood, and musk.
Photo: Genevieve Garruppo17 Artful Hostess Gifts That Capture the Joie de Vivre of Summer
17 Artful Hostess Gifts That Capture the Joie de Vivre of Summer
17 Artful Hostess Gifts That Capture the Joie de Vivre of Summer
The world’s most celebrated hosts all have signature stationery; Dear Annabelle allows you to create custom notecards or select from a spirited array of pre-printed styles, from Art Deco Disco to zesty Tutti Frutti or elegant Flourish.
Photo: Courtesy of Dear Annabelle17 Artful Hostess Gifts That Capture the Joie de Vivre of Summer
This elegant serving tray by award-winning designer Michaël Verheyden is made in France using a richly colored Rosso Francia marble.
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Give your host a truly special piece from Malaika, an Egypt-based purveyor that empowers local women by training them in embroidery, which is then rendered on sumptuous textiles. The site also offers a thoughtful selection of handcrafted Fayoum pottery like this Greenscape platter and Botero candle holder.
Photo: Courtesy of Malaika Linens17 Artful Hostess Gifts That Capture the Joie de Vivre of Summer
Bring a little global flare to your host’s dinner table with the vibrant Bali placemat from Kim Seybert which uses glass, raffia, and plastic beads to recreate an eye-catching ikat pattern.
Photo: Courtesy of Kim Seybert17 Artful Hostess Gifts That Capture the Joie de Vivre of Summer
Celebrated event planner Rebecca Gardner translated her years of designing glorious fêtes into a beautiful selection of tableware, linens, and unique home accents. The Barriera Corallina collection of plates updates the traditional white dinnerware with a coastal chic border of crimson red coral inspired by a Tony Duquette sketch.
17 Artful Hostess Gifts That Capture the Joie de Vivre of Summer
Surprise your epicurean host with this elegant, beveled-edge cutting board made from sustainably harvested Itza wood from the Guatemalan jungle. Paired with fresh cheeses, farm-fresh veggies, and decadent charcuterie, its a delicious addition to any house party.
17 Artful Hostess Gifts That Capture the Joie de Vivre of Summer
Celebrate Southern hospitality with these coral-colored Stick candles, available from Reed Smythe & Company, that are cast from a piece of North Carolina cedar. Also available in oak, hickory, and maple and beeswax, forest, and starry night colorways, they perfectly pair with traditional silver candlesticks or a modern candelabra.
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Be the star of tea time with a selection of fine teas, a dozen macarons, and this Faded Peony teapot from Ralph Lauren Home’s collaboration with British brand Burleigh.
Photo: Courtesy of Ralph Lauren Home17 Artful Hostess Gifts That Capture the Joie de Vivre of Summer
Nothing shows you’ll be a good guest like a selection of beautiful baskets ideal for tidying up. These options, made by women weavers in Senegal, are part of the new Joshua Tree collection from Noma Collective, a California-based studio that features artisan-made goods from India, Mexico, Kenya and more.
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Perfect for the fashion-loving friend, this set from Matouk translates Schumacher’s Iconic Leopard print into a wonderfully wild tablecloth, placemats, and linens.
Photo: Courtesy of Matouk17 Artful Hostess Gifts That Capture the Joie de Vivre of Summer
These dazzling Mayfair crystal glasses by Reflections Copenhagen will add plenty of glamour to any dinner party. The jubilant gem tones and sophisticated etching make them the jewel of any tablescape (particularly if presented alongside a coveted bottle of Wölffer Estate rosé).
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Inspired by her trips through the bazaars of India, world traveler Margherita Missoni designed this limited-edition scarf in collaboration with the Luxury Collection. Sales of the colorful accessory will benefit the Collective Good Foundation, which provides pandemic relief to the people of India. Available September 7.
17 Artful Hostess Gifts That Capture the Joie de Vivre of Summer
Add a little extra flavor to the weekend menu with this tantalizing cookbook from restaurant founder Donna Lennard. Released in celebration of Il Buco‘s 25th anniversary, the tome includes more than 80 recipes, behind-the-scenes stories, and a forward by the legendary restaurateur Alice Waters.
Photo: Courtesy of Il Buco17 Artful Hostess Gifts That Capture the Joie de Vivre of Summer
Beat the rainy-day blues with this gilded City by the Sea 1,000-piece puzzle from the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation, sales of which go to the organization’s mission to preserve the architect’s Taliesin and Taliesin West.
Photo: Courtesy of the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation17 Artful Hostess Gifts That Capture the Joie de Vivre of Summer
Whether you’re yachting along the Amalfi Coast or swimming in Southampton, this limited-edition, cobalt-blue Basile beach towel from Diptyque’s Mediterranean collection is a dreamy addition.
Photo: Courtesy of Diptyque17 Artful Hostess Gifts That Capture the Joie de Vivre of Summer
Supplement a bouquet of farm-fresh flowers with Aerin’s new Corinne round vase, that features a gold rim and a confetti-like pattern of blue, green, yellow, and white against a cream background.
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