Ed’s Gift List (Vol. I)

November 15, 2025 | Design & Culture by Ed

Magda Butrym autumn-winter 2025, collage by Edward Kanarecki.

This holiday season, I’ll be sharing a series of dream gift guides to help you navigate – and filter – your way through the festivities with ease. Get ready for a curated selection of beautiful items designed to spark joy and stand the test of time, pieces sure to delight the senses and evoke truly heavenly feelings.

Whether you’re shopping for globetrotting adventurers, design-forward homebodies, or fashion lovers with a flair for glamour, this Christmas gift guide of timeless classics offers something special for everyone on your list. Treat your loved ones – and yourself – to the selections below, complete with shoppable links!

Magda Butrym Loom Tweed Pumps

The Elder Statesman Strawberry Crocheted Cashmere Keychain

Hermès Silky Lipstick Shine Limited Edition

COS Belted Clutch Bag in Pony-Hair Leather

Simone Rocha Sleeveless Draped Peplum Top

“The Sartorialist. Milano” book by Scott Schuman

Dries Van Noten Floral-print Fleece Coat

Jil Sander Lace And Organza-blend Satin-twill Midi Skirt

Smythson 2026 Panama Weekly Diary In Cerulean

Prounis Aquamarine Chorda Hook Earrings

Holiday Gift Guide, Vol. VII

December 14, 2024 | Design & Culture by Ed

This holiday season, I will share a number of dream gift guides that might make it easier for you to go (and filter) through the festive season. Get ready for a selection of beautiful items that will spark joy and last for years. The ones that will certainly please one’s senses and deliver heavenly feelings. From globetrotting adventurers to design-forward homebodies and fashion fans with a penchant for glamour – whoever you’re shopping for, this Christmas gift guide featuring timeless classics has the perfect presents to suit all needs this holiday season. Treat your loved ones and yourself with the below choices – and shoppable links!

Bottega Veneta Resin And Gold-tone Earrings

A.L.C. Stella Lace-Trim Maxi Slip Dress

Magda Butrym Embellished Leather Sandals

Valentino Garavani Nellcote Embellished Fringed Leather-trimmed Suede Shoulder Bag

Fornasetti Frutto Proibito Extrait de Parfum

Ginori 1735 Oriente Italiano Porcelain Box

Holiday mood: Tim Walker.

Victoria Beckham Backless Satin Maxi Dress

DÔEN Petra Alpaca-blend Cardigan

Smythson Christmas Dog Skiing Card Set

Bottega Veneta Foulard Intrecciato Leather Shoulder Bag

Valentino Metallic Antibes Cotton Fringe Scarf

Chloé Cotton-corduroy Jacket

Simone Rocha Sheer Spiral Midi Skirt with Beaded Embellishments

Holiday mood: Luke Edward Hall.

Marie Lichtenberg Eye Will Locket 9- And 14-karat Gold, Enamel, Cord And Multi-stone Necklace

Cashmere In Love Wira Balaclava

Bally Gerwin Glossed-leather Mary Jane Flats

Magda Butrym Floral-appliquéd Satin-jersey Dress

Smythson 2024-2025 Portobello Weekly Vertical Diary in Panama

Judy Geib 18K Yellow Gold Long Flowery Emerald Earrings

Holiday mood: Tilda Swinton by Tim Walker.

Saint Laurent Blossom Gold-tone Resin Clip Earrings

Bally Belle Large Leather Tote

“Peter Lindbergh. Shadows on the Wall” by Taschen

Isabel Marant Moka Fringed Wool-blend Bouclé Tutleneck Sweater

Dries Van Noten Hammered-satin Midi Skirt

Sonia Petroff Aries Embellished Leather Belt

Hermes Rouge Matte Lipstick, 44 Orange Neon

Isabel Marant Fringed Leather Knee Boots

Just in case you’ve missed the other Holiday Gift Guides:

Volume I, Volume II, Volume III, Volume IV, Volume V & Volume VI.

Collage by Edward Kanarecki.
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Holiday Gift Guide, Vol. VI

December 9, 2024December 8, 2024 | Design & Culture by Ed

This holiday season, I will share a number of dream gift guides that might make it easier for you to go (and filter) through the festive season. Get ready for a selection of beautiful items that will spark joy and last for years. The ones that will certainly please one’s senses and deliver heavenly feelings. From globetrotting adventurers to design-forward homebodies and fashion fans with a penchant for glamour – whoever you’re shopping for, this Christmas gift guide featuring timeless classics has the perfect presents to suit all needs this holiday season. Treat your loved ones and yourself with the below choices – and shoppable links!

Miu Miu Floral Poplin and Jersey Skirt

Burberry Cable Alpaca Cropped Cardigan Sweater

Bottega Veneta Oval-frame Acetate And Gold-tone Sunglasses

Simone Rocha Micro Egg Faux Pearl-embellished Acrylic Clutch

Loro Piana Calza Noel Jacquard-knit Cashmere Socks

Brunello Cucinelli Bead-embellished Suede Ankle Boots

Holiday mood: Naomi Watts as Babe Paley in “The Feud: Capote vs. The Swans”.

The Row Iside Satin Midi Dress

Valentino Garavani Belted Faux Fur-trimmed Embellished Cheetah-print Wool Coat

Carlini Silver Lady Christmas Ornament

Valentino Crystal and Pearly Floral Brooch

Dries Van Noten Embellished Metallic Jacquard-crepon And Checked Wool Double-breasted Jacket

Khaite Marion Embellished Leather Wedge Sandals

Holiday mood: Jeanne Lanvin.

Bottega Veneta Small Andiamo Shoulder Bag with Chain Strap (click image)

Alaïa Criss Cross Leather-trimmed Leopard-print Calf Hair Ballet Flats

Comme des Garçons Comme des Garçons Gathered Pleated Wool Midi Dress

Byredo Matte Lipstick

The Row Viktor Fringed Cashmere Scarf (click image)

Prounis Blush Tourmaline and Golden South Sea Pearl Chime Drop Earrings

Holiday mood: The Met collection.

A. P.C. Swan ballet flats

L’Objet Swan Large Gold-plated Porcelain Bowl

Conner Ives Appliquéd Cotton-blend Midi Skirt

Valentino Garavani 9to5 Embellished Leather-trimmed Calf Hair Shoulder Bag

Tom Ford Ébène Fumé Eau de Parfum Fragrance

Diptyque 34 Boulevard Saint Germain Fragrance Hourglass Diffuser

Collage by Edward Kanarecki.
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Holiday Gift Guide, Vol. V

November 28, 2024 | Design & Culture by Ed

This holiday season, I will share a number of dream gift guides that might make it easier for you to go (and filter) through the festive season. Get ready for a selection of beautiful items that will spark joy and last for years. The ones that will certainly please one’s senses and deliver heavenly feelings. From globetrotting adventurers to design-forward homebodies and fashion fans with a penchant for glamour – whoever you’re shopping for, this Christmas gift guide featuring timeless classics has the perfect presents to suit all needs this holiday season. Treat your loved ones and yourself with the below choices – and shoppable links!

Alaïa Fringed Wool-blend Turtleneck Top

Alaïa Dome Embellished Textured-leather Tote

Alaïa Fringed Wool-blend Mini Skirt

Dries Van Noten Eau De Parfum & Lipstick Gift Set

Helmut Newton. A Gun for Hire by Taschen

Chloé Gold-tone Ring

Holiday mood: Vogue US, 1970s.

Toteme Shearling Hat

Rick Owens Svita Asymmetric Ruched Velvet Maxi Dress

Diptyque Do Son Eau De Toilette Tuberose, Orange Leaves, Pink Peppercorns & Musk

Rick Owens Wool-trimmed Velvet Biker Jacket

Gabriela Hearst Patsy Bag in White Limited Edition Marquetry Hardware

Ileana Makri Crown 18-karat Gold, Topaz And Diamond Ring

Holiday mood: Tim Walker.

Stories Of Italy Nougat Set Of Six Murano Glass Dessert Plates

Loewe Appliquéd Fringed Embroidered Striped Wool-blend Canvas Blanket

Saloni Fleur Embellished Gathered Velvet Peplum Top

Anine Bing Bar Silk Skirt in Bordeaux

Loewe Crystal-embellished Suede Ballet Flats

Sonia Petroff Sun Gold-tone, Resin And Swarovski Crystal Cuff

Holiday mood: Marlene Dietrich.

Yves Salomon Cropped Feather Jacket

Saint Laurent Paradis Feather-trimmed Satin Slingback Sandals

La Double J High Kick Feather-trimmed Ribbed Alpaca-blend Turtleneck Sweater

Bottega Veneta Jacquard Feather Midi Skirt

Ferragamo Hug Paillette-embellished Metallic Leather Clutch

Just in case you’ve missed the other Holiday Gift Guides:

Volume I, Volume II, Volume III & Volume IV.

Collage by Edward Kanarecki.
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Holiday Gift Guide, Vol. IV

November 22, 2024 | Design & Culture by Ed

This holiday season, I will share a number of dream gift guides that might make it easier for you to go (and filter) through the festive season. Get ready for a selection of beautiful items that will spark joy and last for years. The ones that will certainly please one’s senses and deliver heavenly feelings. From globetrotting adventurers to design-forward homebodies and fashion fans with a penchant for glamour – whoever you’re shopping for, this Christmas gift guide featuring timeless classics has the perfect presents to suit all needs this holiday season. Treat your loved ones and yourself with the below choices – and shoppable links!

Marie Lichtenberg I Love You 18-karat Gold, Enamel, Diamond And Sapphire Necklace

Isabel Marant Beniga Crystal-embellished Velvet Mini Dress

Dries Van Noten Soie Malaquais Eau de Parfum

Etro Vela Small Woven Leather Shoulder Bag

Peter Beard Book by Taschen

Holiday mood: Tim Walker.

Molly Goddard Lettice Gathered Taffeta Midi Dress

Manolo Blahnik Bbla 105 Suede And Flocked Mesh Pumps

Bottega Veneta Gold Vermeil And Leather Hoop Earrings

Saint Laurent Faux Fur-trimmed Leather Gloves

Alexander McQueen Open-back Draped Velvet Halterneck Maxi Dress

Loro Piana Holiday Noel Jacquard-knit Cashmere Cardigan

Holiday mood: Edgar Degas’s “The Little Fourteen-Year-Old Dancer” (1922)

Chloé Jade Studded Leather Mules

Valentino Garavani Embellished Pointelle-knit Cotton Socks

Posse Aurelia Ruched Tie-Back Square-Neck Maxi Dress

Diptyque Hourglass Diffuser Figuier

Loro Piana Leather-trimmed Striped Alpaca-blend Bouclé Poncho

JW Anderson Blanket Small Chunky Yarn Shoulder Bag

Ileana Makri Boa 18-karat Gold Diamond Earrings

Holiday mood: Vogue US, 70s.

Alighieri The Skeleton Of The Self Recycled Silver Brooch

Marc Jacobs Crop Hooded Jacket with Brooch

Carlini Lady In Tweed Suit Christmas Ornament

Hermès Soleil d’Hermes Mug

Just in case you’ve missed the other Holiday Gift Guides:

Volume I, Volume II & Volume III.

Collage by Edward Kanarecki.
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