Teak & Bottle Vase - via anthropologie.com

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Bride & Blossom’s Holiday Gift Guide 2017

Does it feel like you spend more time running around trying to find the perfect holiday gifts than actually enjoying the spirit of the season? Well, Bride & Blossom is here to help! We’ve got you covered whether you are on the hunt for beauty and wellness luxuries, warm and cozy winter necessities, or gorgeous home decor. Read on to get our ultimate gift guide full of creative and unique ideas sure to make your friends and loved ones gasp with delight.

Venus Earrings - via metmuseum.org

Venus Earrings – via metmuseum.org

 

Perfect for any occasion, these stunning earrings from the Metropolitan Museum of Art are inspired by those worn by the Roman goddess in the famous work Venus in Front of a Mirror by master painter Peter Paul Rubens.

 

Ceci New York Boxed Note Cards - via cecinewyork.com

Ceci New York Boxed Note Cards – via cecinewyork.com

 

Ceci New York has the most beautiful stationery and the boxed note cards make a wonderful gift. With so many gorgeous designs, it’s hard to choose. But we are partial to the Flora collection, of course!

 

Peter Thomas Roth Mask-A-Holic Kit - via sephora.com

Peter Thomas Roth Mask-A-Holic Kit – via sephora.com

 

The gift of pampering is always a win and Peter Thomas Roth Mask-A-Holic kit sets the bar for home beauty and skincare with masks that use 24k Gold and Irish moor mud!

 

Plant The Sill - via thesill.com

Plant The Sill – via thesill.com

 

We love that The Sill believes “there is no such thing as a green thumb.” From plants for small spaces, plants for beginners, and pet-friendly plants, they offer a range of botanicals in lovely colored planters sure to make the home happy!

 

Brooklyn Bestseller Gift Set - via withlovefrombrooklyn.com

Brooklyn Bestseller Gift Set – via withlovefrombrooklyn.com

 

For the foodie on your list, a curated box of goodies that includes Bacon Peanut Brittle, Mast chocolate, and Salty Road Bergamot Saltwater Taffy and more, all made in Brooklyn.

 

Diptyque Bais Candle - via diptyqueparis.com

Diptyque Bais Candle – via diptyqueparis.com

 

Admittedly, a candle is not the most original gift idea. But the bais candle with notes of blackcurrant leaves and buds, Bulgarian roses, and ambergris from the Parisian luxury fragrance boutique Diptyque is an exception.

 

Chillhouse - via instyle.com

Chillhouse – via instyle.com

 

For the friend who is feeling a little stressed out. Help them reset for 2018 with a gift card to Chillhouse, a dreamy spa-cafe hybrid in NYC’s Lower East Side where they can relax with a massage, manicure, or matcha latte.

 

Battery Charging Half-Moon Pouch - via bananarepublic.com

Battery Charging Half-Moon Pouch – via bananarepublic.com

 

This chic mini phone charging half-moon pouch with a hidden battery tucked inside from Banana Republic is essential for the friend who is always on-the-go.

 

Twister Flannel Pajamas - via gap.com

Twister Flannel Pajamas – via gap.com

 

Just imagine the pure happiness felt while wearing these flannel Twister pajamas from the Gap and sipping coffee (or mulled wine) on a cold winter’s day.

 

The Rose: The History of the World's Favourite Flower in 40 Captivating Roses - via metmuseum.org

The Rose: The History of the World’s Favourite Flower in 40 Captivating Roses – via metmuseum.org

 

The rose has mesmerized humans throughout history. We’re big fans! With everything you need to know about the beloved bloom, The Rose: The History of the World’s Favourite Flower in 40 Captivating Roses from the Metropolitan Museum of Art includes beautiful illustrations, myths associated with the flower, and its role in the language of love. It also features 40 frameable prints.

Teak & Bottle Vase - via anthropologie.com

Teak & Bottle Vase – via anthropologie.com

 

Always on the hunt for cool vessels for flowers, we are obsessed with these teak and bottle vases from Anthropologie. They add a romantic, bohemian touch to home decor.

 

Faux Fur Earmuffs - via jcrew.com

Faux Fur Earmuffs – via jcrew.com

 

Baby, it’s cold outside! Keep stylish and warm all winter long with these faux fur earmuffs from J.Crew.

 

Duffle Bag - via herschel.com

Duffle Bag – via herschel.com

 

We made sure to include gift ideas for the gents on your list. This sharp duffle bag from Herschel will come in handy for those after-work gym sessions or a weekend trip.

 

Patterned Men's Cashmere Scarf - via jcrew.com

Patterned Men’s Cashmere Scarf – via jcrew.com

 

Cashmere is always a good idea. This scarf from J.Crew adds warmth and style to winter outerwear.

We had a blast dreaming up Bride & Blossom’s Holiday Gift Guide 2017! And remember, holiday shopping is hard work. So if you see anything here that suits your fancy, we say, “Go ahead and treat yourself. You deserve it!”