Something Grand

And sometimes you really need to pull out all the stops - the grandest gifts for your greatest recipients mostly under $350 with a couple for those that have been extra nice.

For open ended play with the most Scandi sensibility - a dollhouse that’s as fun to play with as it is to assemble. Clock Gable Dollhouse from Maquette Kids.

For a classic riff on contemporary snow sports - the 1960’s predecessor to snowboarding. Surfing on snow - Snurfer.

For the consumate party planner to keep track of their wildest ideas - from menus to guest lists. Big Nights Planner from Big Night.

For a classic sweater they’ll return to every year in eco-conscious recycled cashmere. Crewneck Sweater from Patagonia. I’m also eyeing this for him and this for me.

For the ideal conditions to store their fanciest cheeses - a breathable birch “grotto” with a clay brick humidifier. No more slimy cling film wrapped wedges. Cheese Grotto Mezzo from 177 Milk Street.

For an upgrade to their daily neckware - a personalized custom tie from an Italian design house. Personalized Tie from Masel Milano.

For fun - their own personal ball pit. The Dipp!t Ball Pit from MinniDip, purveyors of some very beautiful kiddie pools.

For the most luxurious ‘me time’ - a fluffy robe with a cult following. Cozy Chic Robe from Barefoot Dreams.

For all the smash burgers their heart desires - a high-powered multi-zone griddle. 36” Griddle with Hard Cover from Blackstone.

For a new pastime with the most beautiful components - Mah Jongg tiles, mats and racks from The Mah Jong Line and Oh My Mah Jong.

For turning heads - a statement jewelry style hair accessory that turns the simplest knot into something stunning. Glossy Knot Pony Cuff from Lelet NY.

For anti-aging, texture smoothing, tone improving benefits all told through some compelling before and after photos (and a handful of women I follow on instagram). LED Light Therapy Mask from Current Body.

For the ultimate ham party - an entire leg of Jamon ready to carve. Whole Jamon Serrano from Mercado Famous. No pork? Howe about a half wheel of parm?

For a milestone holiday (new baby, marriage, grandchild) - heirloom jewelry they’ll wear their entire life. From nice to very very very nice. Slim Tess Two-Tone Locket from Monica Rich Kosann.

Finally, for all of the cozy cabin vibes without having to call in a contractor - a ventless, gel flame fireplace inspired by the Malm’s of the 1960s. Lloyd Modern Gel Fuel Fireplace by Solo Stove.