'Tis The Season: Great Gift Ideas To Bring In This Year's Holiday Parties

It is the most wonderful time of the year—one synonymous with parties, food, wine, and, inevitably, the deliberation of hostess gifts for the season. After all, it is a gracious gesture to show up at any celebration with a thoughtful gift for your host. And since “it is really the thought that counts,” put more thought in and broaden your gift-giving horizons beyond the usual.

No matter what you have in mind, it is a cardinal rule to not bring anything that might burden your hostess. If you give flowers for instance, why not bring a pretty vase along and offer to help arrange them into a beautiful bouquet upon arrival? If food is your fancy, aside from the usual cake that can be enjoyed during the occasion, consider epicurean specialities or bespoke sweets. Ensure your hosts understand that the edible gift is something for their own personal enjoyment and that they aren’t obliged to serve it to guests.

For inspiration, check out our recommendations that will add a big dose of sparkle and cheer to any home. Most will also prove to be useful to your hostess in her future course of entertaining—and a guarantee that you will be invited back for the next festive season!

SIEGER'S BY FÜRSTENBERG ESPRESSO CUP WITH SAUCER | Bring your host a festive boost of energy with this cup and saucer set made of the finest porcelain with 24-carat gold. | www.sieger-germany.com

SIEGER'S SATIN BLACK FACES CHAMPAGNE COOLER AND SIP OF GOLD GOBLETS | There’s nothing like holiday cheer(s)! Give your host’s champagne bucket an upgrade with the new sleek matt finish of this entirely handmade champagne cooler by Sieger. Fizz the season for a pop of pattern with the Sip of Gold Goblets with four options that you can mix and match. | www.sieger-germany.com

HERMÈS' LEATHER CARE BOX | Give the gift of love this holiday season—leather love, that is. For the hostess that enjoys her fine skins, this oak wood leather care box holds a saddle balm, soap, and oil to keep all her fine leather accessories in tip-top shape. | www.hermes.com

KARE'S ZICK ZACK COPPER WIRE WINE RACK | If you’re a frequent guest who has brought plenty of bottles through the years, this unique copper wire wine rack makes for a nice complement to hold a variety of wines. | www.kare-design.com

PRINTSONALITIES' STATIONERY FOR A CAUSE COLLECTION | What’s not to love about a fun, personalised gift that gives back? In the spirit of giving, this custom-designed stationery set is part of a capsule collection that donates a part of its proceeds to MovEd, a programme that educates underpriviledged children. | moved.org.ph

DIPTYQUE'S CONSTELLATION CAROUSEL | Scented candles are among the most popular hostess gifts. To make a more distinctive impression, why not give them a special twist by adding this decorative carousel that turns on itself, thanks to the heat released by the flame. It can be paired with any 70g Diptyque candle. | Available at Rustan’s

POLTRONA FRAU'S DECORATIVE PILLOWS | Decorative Pillows add a precious note of personal and authentic taste to any home. The cotton velvet pillow with fabric from Pierre Frey combined with the Jim Thompson fabrics that have the appeal of a painting, create a unique combination, inspiring the start of your hosts’ own design story. | www.livinginnovations.ph

LALIQUE'S FESTIVE DINING TABLE ACCESSORIES | Nowadays, the table setting becomes almost as important as the meal itself. What’s more, vintage-style crystal tableware has enjoyed a recent resurgence in popularity. Any of these fine table accessories from Lalique would be delightful as an extra special gift for your stylish hostess. | Available at Rustan’s

JO MALONE'S LONDON ENGLISH PEAR & FREESIA COLOGNE AND CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT | A much-loved scent dressed in limited-edition glittering style, this cologne paired with a little ornament that opens to an adorable surprise—a mini body crème and cologne—make for sparkliest additions to any powder room. | @JoMaloneLondon

RORY DOBNER'S FINE BONE CHINA PERFECT PLATES | Thinking of getting something playful to match your host’s quirky personality? Pick these Rory Dobner Looking at You and Cat No Monocle plates up at Xception. They’re made in England and hand edged in 22 carat gold. All designs are available in four sizes and the eccentric combinations are endless. | @xception.ph

DIPTYQUE'S THREE CANDLES GIFT SET | This limited edition Winter 2018 Collection comes with three holiday candles: Pine Tree of Light, Exquisite Almond, and Amber Balm created by Parisian designer, Pierre Marie. Give the magical gift of holiday spirit with scents inspired by imaginary folklore. | Available at Rustan’s

TWG'S PERFUME OF TEA | Each unique TWG Tea scented candle invites you on a voyage of sensorial discovery, bringing you back to the delights of the tea table. Creations of the highest quality and craftsmanship, these candles, along with other sets in the collection, are the perfect holiday treat for your gracious hostess. | www.twgtea.com

SIEGER'S BOWLS AND CLOCHES | Add a dash of gilded luxury with these 24 carat gold fine porcelain bowls and cloches from the MY CHINA! TREASURE GOLD collection. They’re classic, chic, and collectible, too, one piece at a time. | www.sieger-germany.com

THE SCHOOL OF LIFE'S THE CONFESSIONS GAME AND THE THINKER GAME | Break the ice with card games from The School of Life. The Confessions Game is a simple game of cards and dice which opens up daring conversations while The Thinker Game is designed to test the players’ knowledge of history’s great thinkers from da Vinci to Freud. | www.theschooloflife.com

LADURÉE'S CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA BOX | Who knew a taste of the wild side could be so sweet? Treat your hostess to this box of special macarons. Inspired by British luxury shoe and accessory designer, Charlotte Olympia Dellal’s iconic leopard head mascot, this petite but exquisite gift will surely make a roaring impression. | Ladurée G/F, 8 Rockwell

CHRISTOFLE'S CONSTELLATION | From the hands of Japanese design studio Nendo and fine silversmith Christofle, comes a series of hand-blown vases in pink or light green glass (along with other items like engraved picture frames and trinket trays) bearing the Constellation motif. As playful as they are refined, these are great decorative additions to your hostess’ next fête. | Available at Rustan’s

DIPTYQUE'S ADVENT CALENDAR | Make the countdown to Christmas exciting with all kinds of olfactory surprises to make every day of the season a real treat. | Available at Rustan’s

TIFFANY & CO.'S WALNUT TIC-TAC-TOE SET AND STERLING SILVER DOMINO SET | Your hostess can now gather the guests for some good old-fashioned, head-to-head competition with these classic games of Xs and Os and dominoes. Crafted in walnut and sterling silver, Tiffany & Co re-packages our childhood memories in grown-up sophistication without minusing the fun. | www.tiffany.com

BANG & OLUFSEN'S BEOSOUND SHAPE | BeoSound Shape is the sort of utilitarian item that doubles as wall decor to flaunt. Ideal for designconscious hosts, we are loving this music-friendly gift designed to elevate your hosts’ at-home listening experience while packing in sleek style. | www.livinginnovations.ph

Photo 1 of 20 SIEGER'S BY FÜRSTENBERG ESPRESSO CUP WITH SAUCER | Bring your host a festive boost of energy with this cup and saucer set made of the finest porcelain with 24-carat gold. | www.sieger-germany.com

Photo 2 of 20 SIEGER'S SATIN BLACK FACES CHAMPAGNE COOLER AND SIP OF GOLD GOBLETS | There’s nothing like holiday cheer(s)! Give your host’s champagne bucket an upgrade with the new sleek matt finish of this entirely handmade champagne cooler by Sieger. Fizz the season for a pop of pattern with the Sip of Gold Goblets with four options that you can mix and match. | www.sieger-germany.com

Photo 3 of 20 HERMÈS' LEATHER CARE BOX | Give the gift of love this holiday season—leather love, that is. For the hostess that enjoys her fine skins, this oak wood leather care box holds a saddle balm, soap, and oil to keep all her fine leather accessories in tip-top shape. | www.hermes.com

Photo 4 of 20 KARE'S ZICK ZACK COPPER WIRE WINE RACK | If you’re a frequent guest who has brought plenty of bottles through the years, this unique copper wire wine rack makes for a nice complement to hold a variety of wines. | www.kare-design.com

Photo 5 of 20 PRINTSONALITIES' STATIONERY FOR A CAUSE COLLECTION | What’s not to love about a fun, personalised gift that gives back? In the spirit of giving, this custom-designed stationery set is part of a capsule collection that donates a part of its proceeds to MovEd, a programme that educates underpriviledged children. | moved.org.ph

Photo 6 of 20 DIPTYQUE'S CONSTELLATION CAROUSEL | Scented candles are among the most popular hostess gifts. To make a more distinctive impression, why not give them a special twist by adding this decorative carousel that turns on itself, thanks to the heat released by the flame. It can be paired with any 70g Diptyque candle. | Available at Rustan’s

Photo 7 of 20 POLTRONA FRAU'S DECORATIVE PILLOWS | Decorative Pillows add a precious note of personal and authentic taste to any home. The cotton velvet pillow with fabric from Pierre Frey combined with the Jim Thompson fabrics that have the appeal of a painting, create a unique combination, inspiring the start of your hosts’ own design story. | www.livinginnovations.ph

Photo 8 of 20 LALIQUE'S FESTIVE DINING TABLE ACCESSORIES | Nowadays, the table setting becomes almost as important as the meal itself. What’s more, vintage-style crystal tableware has enjoyed a recent resurgence in popularity. Any of these fine table accessories from Lalique would be delightful as an extra special gift for your stylish hostess. | Available at Rustan’s

Photo 9 of 20 JO MALONE'S LONDON ENGLISH PEAR & FREESIA COLOGNE AND CHRISTMAS ORNAMENT | A much-loved scent dressed in limited-edition glittering style, this cologne paired with a little ornament that opens to an adorable surprise—a mini body crème and cologne—make for sparkliest additions to any powder room. | @JoMaloneLondon

Photo 10 of 20 RORY DOBNER'S FINE BONE CHINA PERFECT PLATES | Thinking of getting something playful to match your host’s quirky personality? Pick these Rory Dobner Looking at You and Cat No Monocle plates up at Xception. They’re made in England and hand edged in 22 carat gold. All designs are available in four sizes and the eccentric combinations are endless. | @xception.ph

Photo 11 of 20 DIPTYQUE'S THREE CANDLES GIFT SET | This limited edition Winter 2018 Collection comes with three holiday candles: Pine Tree of Light, Exquisite Almond, and Amber Balm created by Parisian designer, Pierre Marie. Give the magical gift of holiday spirit with scents inspired by imaginary folklore. | Available at Rustan’s

Photo 12 of 20 TWG'S PERFUME OF TEA | Each unique TWG Tea scented candle invites you on a voyage of sensorial discovery, bringing you back to the delights of the tea table. Creations of the highest quality and craftsmanship, these candles, along with other sets in the collection, are the perfect holiday treat for your gracious hostess. | www.twgtea.com

Photo 13 of 20 SIEGER'S BOWLS AND CLOCHES | Add a dash of gilded luxury with these 24 carat gold fine porcelain bowls and cloches from the MY CHINA! TREASURE GOLD collection. They’re classic, chic, and collectible, too, one piece at a time. | www.sieger-germany.com

Photo 14 of 20 THE SCHOOL OF LIFE'S THE CONFESSIONS GAME AND THE THINKER GAME | Break the ice with card games from The School of Life. The Confessions Game is a simple game of cards and dice which opens up daring conversations while The Thinker Game is designed to test the players’ knowledge of history’s great thinkers from da Vinci to Freud. | www.theschooloflife.com

Photo 15 of 20 LADURÉE'S CHARLOTTE OLYMPIA BOX | Who knew a taste of the wild side could be so sweet? Treat your hostess to this box of special macarons. Inspired by British luxury shoe and accessory designer, Charlotte Olympia Dellal’s iconic leopard head mascot, this petite but exquisite gift will surely make a roaring impression. | Ladurée G/F, 8 Rockwell

Photo 16 of 20 CHRISTOFLE'S CONSTELLATION | From the hands of Japanese design studio Nendo and fine silversmith Christofle, comes a series of hand-blown vases in pink or light green glass (along with other items like engraved picture frames and trinket trays) bearing the Constellation motif. As playful as they are refined, these are great decorative additions to your hostess’ next fête. | Available at Rustan’s

Photo 17 of 20 DIPTYQUE'S ADVENT CALENDAR | Make the countdown to Christmas exciting with all kinds of olfactory surprises to make every day of the season a real treat. | Available at Rustan’s

Photo 18 of 20 TIFFANY & CO.'S WALNUT TIC-TAC-TOE SET AND STERLING SILVER DOMINO SET | Your hostess can now gather the guests for some good old-fashioned, head-to-head competition with these classic games of Xs and Os and dominoes. Crafted in walnut and sterling silver, Tiffany & Co re-packages our childhood memories in grown-up sophistication without minusing the fun. | www.tiffany.com

Photo 19 of 20 BANG & OLUFSEN'S BEOSOUND SHAPE | BeoSound Shape is the sort of utilitarian item that doubles as wall decor to flaunt. Ideal for designconscious hosts, we are loving this music-friendly gift designed to elevate your hosts’ at-home listening experience while packing in sleek style. | www.livinginnovations.ph

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'Tis The Season: Great Gift Ideas To Bring In This Year's Holiday Parties