Archives - November/December 2009: Wish List
The Gracious Guest

No matter where you’re headed this holiday season, these elegant gestures will make your host or hostess feel special

Voluspa Candle tin

For Her College RoommateVoluspa Candle Tin

When the weather outside is frightful, bring the scents of summer inside with this sweet indulgence featuring notes of ebony, Mirabelle peach and peony. Burns 80 hours. $18 www.anthropologie.com

Monogrammed Steak Brand

For His College RoommateMonogrammed Steak Brand

Married or single, young or old—most men can’t resist a good steak. Now Williams-Sonoma makes it possible to add a personal, undeniably masculine touch to every meal. $40 www.williams-sonoma.com

Artisinal Salt Sampler

For Mom & DadArtisanal Salt Sampler

Regardless of culinary skills, almost everybody uses salt. Red Envelope’s sampler brings a touch of the exotic to the everyday spice with 24 gourmet varieties from around the globe. $150 www.RedEnvelope.com

Lutz & Patzmos Honeycomb Throw

For the In-lawsLutz & Patmos Honeycomb Throw

Award-winning knitwear designers Tina Lutz and Marcia Patmos turn their talents to the living room with this luxe, textural throw. Wool/acrylic blend; ivory or heather gray. $89 www.westelm.com

Mustache Napkins

For the GrandkidsMustache Napkins

Bring high comedy to holiday meals with these fun Mustache Napkins! Each features four ’staches, including classic handlebar, ’80s baseball player, Tom Selleck and Salvador Dalí. $16 www.avrilloreti.com