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Wrap Session: Our 2018 Holiday Gift Guide

It’s the most giftabulous time of year. Be prepared to please the lucky folks on your list with culinary delights, statement accessories, home accoutrement and more.  

The best holidays are a feast for the senses, and Gibson & Dehn’s Room Fragrances (pictured above) in scents such as Pumpkin Brûlée and Norway Spruce add the perfect fragrance notes. Reed Diffuser $42, gibsonanddehn.com

Alastair Vertical Briefcase

The sophisticated but rugged Alastair Vertical Briefcase comes in solid gray or a muted plaid, and features a waxed canvas body, a padded laptop pocket and an external tablet pocket, plus lots of zippered sections and hideaway shoulder straps. $165, solo-ny.com

Allbirds Shoes

Comfortably chic Allbirds Shoes are made from sustainable materials like tree fibers, sugarcane and wool, and come in a variety of neutrals and seasonal colors in either a lounger or a lace-up runner style. $95, allbirds.com

French Bulldog Cufflinks

For lovers of dogs and eye-catching accessories, these French Bulldog Cufflinks from are eye candy for the cuffs. $178, saksfifthavenue.com

Runamok Maple’s Tasting Collections

Runamok Maple’s Tasting Collections offer unexpected and delicious variations on this sweet treat. The cheese pairing set includes Bourbon Barrel-Aged and Pecan Wood-Smoked, while the tea pairing collection offers cardamom-infused and cinnamon and vanilla infused syrups. Pairing collections start at $19.95 at shop.runamokmaple.com

Bowtie from Brackish

Feathers add a festive touch, especially when worn in this elegant Bowtie from Brackish, exclusively at Saks Fifth Avenue. $195, saksfifthavenue.com

Cider in Love

Cider in Love curates artisanal heritage ciders from small makers, then sends the best of the bunch. Shop by taste profile or by location, and Cider in Love will suggest pairings you’ll love to give. $16-28 per bottle, ciderinlove.com

Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Hammered Metal

Perfect for the bar or dinner table, the Mitchell Gold + Bob Williams Hammered Metal Pitcher with walnut handle is elegant and sleek. mgbwhome.com

La Maison du Chocolat

Holiday selections from La Maison du Chocolat include the Tree of Reveries, made entirely by hand and decorated with scenes carved in layers of dark, milk, or ivory chocolate with gold leaf scattered among 78 dark chocolate shiny or matte bubbles. Prices vary, lamaisonduchocolate.us

moto jacket

Don’t scour vintage stores searching for the perfect moto jacket when DSLTD’s update features every design bell and whistle of the classic. Slim and made for selfies, it’ll become your favorite go-to garment. $400, dstld.com

Brooklinen Super Plush Complete Towel Set

The Brooklinen Super Plush Complete Towel Set includes bath sheets, bath towels, hand towels, wash cloths and a bath mat — all ultra-absorbent and luxuriously touchable. Model not included. $189, brooklinen.com

Glamourpuss Knit Hat

Winter doesn’t have to be dreary with the Glamourpuss Knit Hat and Fingerless Gloves. The multi-colored accents are guaranteed to brighten any snow day. $175, saksfifthavenue.com

The Mysterious Package Company

For a unique and personalized present, The Mysterious Package Company offers an “experience-by-mail,” revealed over the course of several weeks. Some of the packages include The Lost Treasure of John Auger or the Tempus Fugit experiences, in which “the very fabric of time and space must be altered in order to bring a loved one home.” Experiences start at $100, mysteriouspackage.com

Headphones from Sennheiser

The HD1 portable noise-cancelling Headphones from Sennheiser are terrific at blocking out the high-pitched excitement of unwrapping presents on Christmas morning. $345, en-us.sennheiser.com

Boxed Water

Hydration is key, and it can be sustainable, too, with Boxed Water — pure water in recyclable cartons. Save when you send via a variety of subscription options. 12 liters for $35, boxedwaterisbetter.com

Olivina Men’s Premium Shave Grooming Essentials.

Give the perfect shave with Olivina Men’s Premium Shave Grooming Essentials. The kit includes classic shave soap, a chrome deluxe razor with blades, beard oil, conditioning crème,and bourbon cedar cologne. Canvas travel bag included. $100, olivinamen.com

Highland Titles.

Bestow a title on your favorite Lord- or Lady-In-Waiting with a gift from Highland Titles. The company’s mission is woodland conservation, so (to that end) they are selling small parcels of land to fund conservation. Bonus: bestowing this gift gives you an opportunity to live your best Downton Abbey life. Tea, your grace? Starting at $46, highlandtitles.com

Semolina Artisanal Pasta

For the carb-lover on your list, Semolina Artisanal Pasta is offering a special holiday gift bag filled with their hand-crafted, slow-dried durum semolina pastas, imported Bianco diNapoli tomatoes, and Jacobsen salt, all packed in a durable and reusable jute tote. $50, semolinapasta.com
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