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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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Holiday Gift Guide, Vol. III

| 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!

Dries Van Noten Pink and Tortoiseshell Wide-Tooth Comb


Bottega Veneta Lauren 1980 Maxi Intrecciato Leather Clutch


Erdem Opera Embellished Ribbed Scuba Coat


Saint Laurent Nour Collapsible-heel Crystal-embellished Satin Flats


Carlini Lady in Sequin & Faux Fur Dress Christmas Ornament


Loewe Ivy Small Scented Candle

Holiday mood: Tim Walker.

Gabriela Hearst Demi Bag in Gold, Black & Ivory Crochet


Ben Amoun Cameo Pearly Trio Earrings


“Alfred Hitchcock. The Complete Films” by Taschen

Balenciaga Asymmetric One-Shoulder Velvet Dress


Saint Laurent Suite Satin Block-Heel Mules


Bottega Veneta Jacquard Feather Midi Skirt

Holiday mood: Jeanne Lanvin.

Guest In Residence Striped Knitted Cotton Sweater


Toteme Shearling Hat



Molly Goddard Jess Embellished Layered Tulle Maxi Skirt

Sonia Petroff Pavone Brooch



Dries Van Noten Oversized Brushed Wool-blend Coat


Marc Jacobs Oversized Hourglass Wool Sweater with Brooch


Dries Van Noten Tinsel-embellished Leather Ballet Flats

 

Holiday mood: Elizaveta Porodina.

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

Volume I & Volume II.

Collage by Edward Kanarecki.
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Festive Guide: Take It Easy

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Balenciaga resort 2022

What to buy for the homebody? As the temperature dips, our homes become more important than ever. And for the homebody, this means a renewed commitment to all things hygge – with a focus on those everyday luxuries that make staying indoors ever more chic. At the top of her wishlist is undoubtedly a unique tracksuit that is polished yet practical. Tactility is key – so button-up cardigans, socks and blankets will tick all the right boxes, while a pair of shearling mules from Molly Goddard will delight. Here’s the “take it easy”, last-minute festive guide.

From left to right, top to bottom: Marc Jacobs logo-print mini t-shirt dress, Sleeper pompom-embellished shearling flats, Anine Bing sleep mask, Dries Van Noten feather-trimmed cotton-terry track pants & “Jean-Michel Basquiat. 40th Ed.” book by Taschen.

Marc Jacobs Heaven heart earrings, Proenza Schouler x Birkenstock “Arizona” slides, ERL logo socks, Cashmere In Love cashmere halter top & Amomento brown eco-fur balaclava.

Cashmere In Love hoodie, Rag & Bone bouclé sneakers, “Virgil Abloh. Nike. ICONS” book by Taschen, Issey Miyake shell knit bag & Dries Van Noten feather-trimmed cotton-jersey sweatshirt.

Marni sabot loafers, Coperni cut-out bodysuit, Bea Bongiasca asymmetrical flower power hoop earrings, Molly Goddard x UGG sheepskin slippers, Raf Simons silk pants & Rick Owens jacket.

All collages by Edward Kanarecki.

P.S. In this post, I happen to endorse products I genuinely love. If you end up buying something through the links, my site might earn an affiliate commission – which is always nice!

Festive Guide: In The Spotlight

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Christopher John Rogers resort 2022

Between the Christmas holidays and the New Year’s Eve, and all the celebrations this festive season holds, you’ll likely need a bold party outfit – or two. If the autumn-winter 2021 runways were any indication, the time has arrived to get dressed up to the nines. So what better opportunity to wear the season’s most opulent prints, luxe textures, and, of course, exquisite sequins and shine? Here is a selection of festive evening dresses and spectacular gowns, jaw-dropping heels and charming bags, and magnificent jewels that will work as amazing holiday presents!

From left to right, top to bottom: Christopher John Rogers polka dot gown, “Andy Warhol. Polaroids 1958-1987” by Taschen, Bea Bongiasca quartz ring, Ashley Williams heart bag, Oscar De La Renta bouquet clip-on earrings & Amina Muaddi heeled sandals.

Libertine patchwork jacquard coat, Marc Jacobs ruffle cape gown & Bottega Veneta tasseled shoulder bag.

“New York. Portrait of a City” book by Taschen, Carolina Herrera oversized gloral-print silk-gazar shirt, Marc Jacobs wide-leg pants, Dries Van Noten pillow gloral-jacquard tote & Bea Bongiasca candy heart stud earrings with lime green enamel and blue topaz.

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Simone Rocha crystal flower earrings, Khaite ruffled chiffon and satin, Christopher John Rogers gradient evening skirt, Diptyque “Do Son” eau de parfum, Sylvia Toledano necklace, Loewe bracelet pleated leather bag & Clergerie lambskin platform sandals.

Oscar de la Renta tulle coat, Sylvia Toledano earrings, Simone Rocha cameo necklace, Manolo Blahnik “Maysale” mules, Saint Laurent sequined silk-crepe dress (similar style) & Versace gold “La Medusa” earrings.

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Rosie Assoulin “Thousand-in-one-ways” convertiblestriped merino wool-blend sweater, Molly Goddard taffeta dress, Christopher John Rogers cargo pants & Loewe striped mohair-blend scarf.

Simone Rocha pearl coin pouch, Sea ruffled cotton-blend poplin blouse, Byredo “Young Rose” eau de parfum, Rosie Assoulin scalloped pleated cotton-poplin skirt & Simone Rocha platform sandals.

Christopher John Rogers wool-blend blazer, Anthony Lent crescent moon hoop earrings, Marni necklace, Molly Goddard tiered taffeta dress, Simone Rocha crystal flower single earring & Blumarine Hello Kitty hair clip.

All collages by Edward Kanarecki.

P.S. In this post, I happen to endorse products I genuinely love. If you end up buying something through the links, my site might earn an affiliate commission – which is always nice!

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Festive Guide: The Classics

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Victoria Beckham resort 2022

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 styles this holiday season!

From left to right, top to bottom: Norma Kamali one-shoulder stretch-jersey dress, “Helmut Newton. Legacy” book by Taschen, Manolo Blahnik Hangisi satin slippers, Mateo 14-karat gold pearl choker, Prada crystal logo earring & Alaïa laser-cut leather clutch bag.

FRAME & Ritz Paris embroidered cashmere wweater, Gianvito Rossi green heeled sandals, Jil Sander pearl earrings, Charlotte Tilbury Hot Lips 2 Lip Balm “Enigmatic Edward”, Lanvin beige wool skirt & Jil Sander pouch.

Khaite off-the-shoulder column dress, Judy Geib Neogeo 22K and 18K gold earrings, The Row leather tote, Costa Brazil body cream, Cashmere In Love cashmere bralette & Cashmere In Love cashmere biker shorts, Anine Bing mules.

The Elder Statesman open-knit cashmere sweater, Cashmere In Love knit skirt, Maison Margiela Tabi ballerina flats, Dries Van Noten tulle skirt & Anine Bing bracelet.

The Row oversized silk and cashmere-blend coat , Byredo eau de parfum “Mixed Emotions”, The Row shoulder bag & The Row silk-satin gown.

Ralph Lauren cashmere sweater & Ralf Lauren cashmere midi skirt, Jil Sander wool gloves, Costa Brazil Skin Ritual Travel Kit, “Peter Lindbergh. On Fashion Photography. 40th Ed.” by Taschen & Issey Miyake wool shell dress.

All collages by Edward Kanarecki.

P.S. In this post, I happen to endorse products I genuinely love. If you end up buying something through the links, my site might earn an affiliate commission – which is always nice!