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Ed’s Gift List (Vol. VI)

| Design & Culture by Ed
Prada women at the Via Montenapoleone boutique in Milan.

This holiday season, discover the final meticulously curated edit of luxury Christmas gifts, designed to make gifting effortless, elevated, and unforgettable. This selection brings together timeless, high-quality pieces that blend craftsmanship, desirability, and long-term value – the kind of gifts that feel indulgent now and iconic forever.

From gifts for the frequent traveler to covetable home essentials and fashion-forward classics, this luxury Christmas gift guide is your go-to destination for thoughtful, statement-making presents. Every item has been hand-selected by me for its enduring style, impeccable quality, and irresistible appeal – ensuring every purchase feels intentional and special.

Browse the curated selection below to shop the best luxury gifts for Christmas, complete with direct shoppable links. Whether you’re searching for the perfect gift or investing in something for yourself, these are the pieces guaranteed to impress, delight, and… sell out fast.

Zankov Sydney Textured Metallic Crewneck Cardigan


Diptyque Candle Landscape Stand


Dries Van Noten Velvet Midi Skirt


Valentino Garavani Fringed Beaded Satin Shoulder Bag


COS Square-Toe Ballet Flats


The Row Mentas Cashmere Scarf


Charvet Cotton Socks


TRUDON Mystique Eau De Parfum


Prada Knitted Pointed-Toe Pumps


Gabriela Hearst Lawrence Knit Sweater in Space Dye Fire Multi Welfat Cashmere


Dries Van Noten Satin Lipstick


Astier De Villatte x Serena Carone Mon Prince Ceramic Jewelry Box


L’Atelier Nawbar Mimete 18-karat Gold, Onyx And Diamond Pinky Ring


Rick Owens Claudette Cropped Draped Charmeuse Top


Saloni Satin-trimmed Velvet Wide-leg Pants


 

Valentino Garavani Bowow 25 Suede-trimmed Leopard-print Calf Hair Pumps



“The Book of Symbols. Reflections on Archetypal Images” by Taschen


Omorovicza Miracle Facial Oil


KHAITE Simona Leather-trimmed Zebra-print Calf Hair Shoulder Bag


Marc Jacobs Strapless Satin Sculptural Mini Flared Dress


Chloé Gold-tone Earrings


Sonia Petroff Falena Gold-plated, Resin And Swarovski Crystal Choker

Holiday Gift Guide, Vol. VI

| 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

| 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

| 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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