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SPRING 2013 a gift guide curated by your favorite bloggers and tastemakers @TOANDFROMGIFTS
GRADUATION / MOTHER’S DAY / FATHER’S DAY / WEDDING / BABY SHOWER / BIRTHDAY
TABLE OF CONTENTS
EDITOR’S PICKS FROM MARK & GRAHAM — 4 LAMPS PLUS SWEEPSTAKES — 5 GIFTS FOR GRADUATION — 6 GIFTS FOR MOTHER’S DAY — 30 GIFTS FOR FATHER’S DAY — 56 GIFTS FOR WEDDINGS — 72 GIFTS FOR BABY SHOWERS — 88 GIFTS FOR BIRTHDAYS — 114
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LETTER FROM THE EDITORS
Our bloggers and tastemakers have outdone themselves scouring the web for the best gift ideas to celebrate the most important milestones and relationships in our lives. We know these occasions – Graduation, Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, Wedding, Baby Shower and Birthday – mean a lot to you, but sometimes it can be hard to find the right way to show it. Our pages are filled with hundreds of great suggestions that will be sure to make your loved one feel special.
KATIE ANDERSON MODERN EVE
Next month, young, eager students will be celebrating their last year of high school, while others will toast the writing of their last college paper. Graduation is not only a significant accomplishment, it’s a defining moment in most people’s lives. We’ve gathered tons of gift ideas, both practical and sentimental, that will be the perfect way to commemorate such an achievement. We’re also excited to celebrate the men and women who raised us. They changed our diapers, put up with our temper tantrums, prepared us to face the world, yet still continue to provide parental advice and affection as needed. We have them to thank for more than our hazel eyes and crazy allergies and this Mother’s and Father’s Day we have just the way to say it.
MEG BIRAM THE EDIT
Spring is also a popular time for couples to commit to share the rest of their life together. Wedding season is in full swing and whether you’re the Bride looking for ideas to bless your maids or parents, or a guest trying to say “Best Wishes” in a way other than a generic crystal bowl, we have tons of recommendations for you. And of course, spring is also about new birth. We couldn’t complete the issue without asking some of our favorite mommas to share their best Baby Shower gifts. Finally, we’ve thrown in some beautiful, creative and fun ideas for birthday presents. From the “beauty buff” to “the curated man” and even some budgetfriendly finds, you’ll be able to cross everyone off your list with this one issue. And of course, as always, we hope you find some things to add to your own wish list. Our bank accounts know we always do! Happy shopping, Katie + Meg
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Editor’s Picks from Our mission is to help you mark special moments with gifts that are more than object; they are a personal gesture. We combine typography with thoughtful design to make your purchase one of a kind. When it comes to making your mark, we hope you think of us.
Katie & Meg picked some of their favorite items from Mark & Graham & tell you the perfect person to give them to!
AVA FREESTYLE NECKLACE Perfect for Graduation (she’ll cherish this for years to come!)
NATURAL LINEN BIBS Perfect for a Baby Shower (personalize with a name, initial or word)
RUSTIC LEATHER BOXED COASTERS Perfect for Father’s Day (use could the initials from his alma mater)
ALPACA HERRINGBONE BATHROBE Perfect for Mother’s Day (she’ll think of you every time she puts it on)
CLASSIC HAND-BLOWN BEER MUG Perfect for Father’s Day (a no-fail gift for dad)
LINEN COCKTAIL NAPKINS Perfect for the Bride & Groom (personalize and show your thoughtfullness)
TURKISH COTTON TOWEL SET Perfect for the Bride & Groom (monogrammed towels are the perfect touch)
WEEKENDER Perfect for a Birthday Gift (this is perfect for almost anyone!)
NUMBERED CUFFLINKS Perfect for Graduation (use the numbers from his graduation year)
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GRADUATION
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Editor’s Picks for GRADUATION
meg’s picks
katie’s picks
amazon rebecca minkoff
$40
$195
A chic camera bag to keep her precious camera safe.
J.CREW
$70+
club monaco
$219
A statement blazer that will be sure to command attention at the workplace.
CONTAINER STORE
$7 a+r Store
$195
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Gifts for THE GRADUATES
A+R
$210
HOW TO BE A MAN J.CREW
$28
$70 ASOS
$91 j.crew
$60
Help him fill up his professional wardrobe.
CLAYTON GRAY HOME
$170
AESOP
jack spade
$425
He’ll use this for the rest of his life.
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$95
ALLSAINTS
$78
ESQUIRE SUBSCRIPTION
$12+ per year
REBECCA MINKOFF
$55 SHOPBOP
$20
LOEFFLER RANDALL
$275
She’s probably going to need to make the most of her professional wardrobe, so this book will be a great resource.
SHOPBOP
$25
This fortune cookie opens, so you can put a message inside for your graduate and give them a momento to remember.
BLAIR RITCHEY
$65-70
The perfect little case for pens or lip products.
FELIX REY
$65
Every working girl needs a reliable umbrella. No wet hair!
STRIPES & SEQUINS
$35
AMAZON
$9+
I’m a bit of a pen hoarder, and I love these fun felt tip pens in all colors.
shemergency
$25
MANE MESSAGE
$7
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Gifts for graduation Curated by Katie Anderson
lamps plus
$40
Encourage your grad to spread their wings and fly. amazon
uncommon goods
$19
moma store
$58
paperwink
Rimowa North America
$24
$22 for 25
$495
A sturdy, light-weight carry-on is a must for any business travel. THEORY
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$275
Breville
$400
frye
$528
paper source
$10
jcpenney
Balancing a new job and preparing dinner can be difficult. A slow cooker can be a life-saver.
A leather briefcase is the perfect gift for any graduate.
CLARE VIVIER
biscuit home
$75
$20
Give them a stylish card case to hold their new business cards. Christian Louboutin MICHAEL Michael Kors
$160
$80
$845
Every working woman needs a classic pair of black pumps. She’ll wear these for years.
wall street journal
$26 per month
Kikkerland
amazon
$26
random objects
$10
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Gifts for THE grown-up grad
Annie Wang HERCAMPUS.COM
KATE SPADE NEW YORK
SOL REPUBLIC
crane & co.
$178
$130
$108 for 25
Paula Lapidot
$40
JOURNELLE
ANTHROPOLOGIE
$12-18
Mismatched dinnerware was so college!
What MAKES GRADUATION SPECIAL TO YOU?
ANGELA & ROI
$128
$138
Even though I haven’t technically graduated yet, having made the transition from full-time student to full-time worker has taught me that those two stages of life could not be more different. Graduation is a special moment to reflect on the lessons that school taught us, while preparing for our next big adventure! 12 SPRING 2013 // to & from
HENRI BENDEL CASA
$198
$25 for 2 TARGET
$17
M.A.C LIPCREME
$18 Fragonard Billet Doux perfume
$65
WALL DECALS
$20
More than anything, she wants to travel the world. Bring her scents of the French Riviera with this floral perfume!
UNI-BALL
$2.50 each For signing rent checks and job offers in style.
KITCHENAID
$650
Graduation means goodbye dining hall! Help her master the art of cooking (starting with baking, of course) with this gorgeous mixer.
$130
CLUB MONACO Elevating “business casual.”
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Gifts for THE SOCIAL MEDIA GURU GRAD
Christin Schindewolf WITH A CH
KATE SPADE NEW YORK
$40 MOLAMI
BKR
$150
$28
Water bottle for your desk. Communal glasses are yuck.
SPECK
RAYGUN
$20
CANON MICHAEL KORS
$158
WhY IS GRADUATION SPECIAL TO YOU?
$50
$579
A good starter camera.
Graduation is a rite of passage here in the States but I think we often times take for granted all the opportunities we’ve been afforded. I think that’s what makes it most special. That, and hopefully never going to class ever again. 14 SPRING 2013 // to & from
BAUBLEBAR
$94
Twitter name plate necklace.
WACOM
$83 DVF
$695
This bag is great because it holds an iPad but is still slim enough that you don’t feel like you’re carrying around a huge bag.
AMAZON
$12
A USB drive will definitely come in handy more than you would ever imagine. POPPIN
LO & SONS
$275
The BEST tote for traveling with technology. Hands down.
$40
REBECCA MINKOFF ADOBE PHOTOSHOP
$699
$48
Pop Phone for long conference calls when you’re working remotely. to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for THE PREPPY GRAD
Mackenzie Horan DESIGN DARLING
GRAPHIC IMAGE
$40
Upgrade her office essentials.
J.CREW
$98
$24+
$50
This is the start of a new chapter — buy her a print of whichever city she’ll make her mark on next!
SARAH CHLOE
DESIGN DARLING
WEST ELM
SUGAR PAPER
$119
$77 DABNEY LEE
$45
Frame her favorite picture with the girls for her new workspace!
What is your favorite GRADUATION MEMORY?
My favorite graduation memory is that my family brought our two puppies to my Bucknell graduation! Two parents, one grandmother, three siblings, and two dogs (the only two canines in attendance, naturally). Thankfully the ceremony was outside so no one minded too much and I get to say they were there for one of the most exciting days of my life to date! 16 SPRING 2013 // to & from
DESIGN DARLING
$25 MICHAEL KORS
$225
DIANE JAMES PEONY BOUQUET
$365
BISCUIT HOME BEDDING
$55+
Colorful bedding that feels luxurious but won’t break the bank. Who could resist? C.WONDER
$22
SHOPBOP
$20
RIFLE PAPER CO.
$36 RIFLE PAPER CO. LULU FROST
$440
$8
DESIGN DARLING
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Gifts for THE NEW APARTMENT DWELLER
Samantha Penner THE PEAK OF TRES CHIC
SOCITY SOCIAL
$58-174 LAYLA GRACE
ZHUSH
$330
$115
JONATHAN ADLER
CONTAINER STORE
$165
FURBISH
$3-10
These organization cubes from The Container Store can help keep your closet or laundry area in order. My first apartment was tiny, so baskets like these were in excess and helped keep me sane.
What is your favorite GRADUATION MEMORY?
KELLY WEARSTLER
$82
$175
When I graduated from undergrad, my aunt (who is hilarious) created a large sign with a blown up baby picture of me taking a bath! She waved it around the entire graduation so my classmates all got a good look at it. I couldn’t help but crack up the entire ceremony. 18 SPRING 2013 // to & from
SERENA & LILY
$145+
C.WONDER
$28
JONATHAN ADLER
$42
A
$15
When you’re moving in to your first apartment, you have to invest in the necessities. But necessities don’t have to equal boring. These diamond measuring spoons are the perfect way to add some sparkle to your kitchen drawer.
This squirrel match strike pottery piece is adorable and perfect for keeping matches handy when you want to light a candle.
SHOP TEN 25
$975 ARIANNA BELLE
$67
DESIGN DARLING
$515
SOCIETY SOCIAL I wish I had a bar cart when sharing a space with my girlfriends post college. Pouring a drink after work and entertaining on the weekends would have been much more fun!
TARGET
$30
$77
This stainless steel flatware with a fuchsia border would be perfect for throwing an all-girls dinner party.
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Gifts for THE SORORITY GIRL
Cara Sprunk HERCAMPUS.COM
sephora by opi
$159
marc jacobs
TARGET
$428
$18
She can’t exactly have a ping pong table in her apartment – but if she likes to play games, she’ll love a beer-stain free Apples to Apples. It’s the perfect game for her to play with her new friends in her new city.
longChamp card case
ipod nano
$85
$149 lilly pulitzer ipad case
WhY IS GRADUATION SPECIAL TO YOU?
$40
Graduation is so special because everyone is celebrating YOU! And while you obviously are celebrated on your birthday, no other individual accomplishment is celebrated quite like a graduation with family, gifts and an incredible feeling of satisfaction! 20 SPRING 2013 // to & from
banana republic gift card
Martha stewart sex and the city
$58
$175
kindle fire
$159
kate spade new york
$178
pottery barn sorority heart ring
$15 amazon
$59
Her new grown-up apartment will look so nice with a monogrammed Isabella jewelry box.
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Gifts for THE GRACEFUL + GRATEFUL GRADUATE
McKenna Cottam SMU STYLE
anthropologie
baublebar shopbop
$45-$68
$280
$350
c.wonder
sugar paper
philip lim
$895
Every working girl needs a nice bag. This is perfect because it can fit your computer and everything else you need to take on the working world.
$16
personalized tray
$78
What ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO FOR YOUR GRADUATION?
To be with family and friends celebrating a new and exciting chapter to come! 22 SPRING 2013 // to & from
$88
jonathan adler
$48
custom bike alice + olivia
$295
Just because you may be entering the corporate world doesn’t mean you need to lose your sense of style. These pumps have professional and sophisticated written all over them.
west elm champagne bucket
$34 jennifer fisher ring
$3,500
kitchen-aid mixer
halsea
$385
The Love shop
$57
$350
What could inspire a new apartment owner to start cooking more than this cute mixer?
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Gifts for THE GADGET LOVER
Lauren Wickman L.A. IN THE BAY
imac
jcrew backup battery for iphone
$1,299+
This would probably be the best graduation present ever!
dvf ipad case
$40
$275 portable power source
$31 An absolute must for post graduation travels.
ef 50mm lens logitech webcam
$400
$70
What ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD TO FOR GRADUATION?
The ability to start a whole new chapter in my life, where I will finally have the time and opportunity to make all of my dreams become a reality. That itself brings me so much excitement. 24 SPRING 2013 // to & from
credit card reader
$10
canon eos rebel t3i
$1,358
For those launching their own business. layla headphones
wacom inkling
$150
$200
crossbody & Camera Bag
$300
portable charger
$69-$99 For any girl entering the workforce, this gadget is a must. Not only does it store photos and files (aka resume!), but charges almost all tech devices such as the iPhone, iPad, and even digital cameras!
iphone 5
$199 ipad mini
$349+
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Gifts for THE classic graduate
Carly A. Heitlinger THE COLLEGE PREPSTER
personalized portfolio
$185 tory burch
$225
Every career woman needs one!
$94 for 25 Grownup stationery set for important grownup correspondence.
$59-$199
The beginning of a great collection.
You can’t go wrong with a matching wallet.
personalized STATIONERY
west elm wall art
kate spade
$225
A classic gift for graduates. jcrew jacket
$375
Dress for success.
What MAKES GRADUATION SPECIAL TO YOU?
I spent my entire college experience yearning for the real world. While some seniors counted down the final months with growing dread, I grew more and more excited about my future. Once graduation weekend rolled around, I finally had a tiny bit of nostalgia. I had the chance, fortunately, to look back fondly on the amazing experiences I had. With my family supporting me and my friends by my side, I reflected on the tremendous personal growth and intense education that occurred over the four years. I went from a insecure girl to a ready-for-the-world woman. Graduation was more of a coming-of-age ceremony for me and I will always remember it! 26 SPRING 2013 // to & from
bobbi brown
$185
Tools for a beautiful, natural glow.
think big idiom bangle
tory burch tote
$58
Think Big: The cure for boredom is curiosity; there is no cure for curiosity. – Dorothy Parker
$575
A work-appropriate handbag.
necklace
$54
Accomplish Magnificent Things. kate spade passport holder
$68 travel book
$40
Encourage travel, expand horizons.
K.slademade pouch
$66
For the nights out on the town. nikon
$550
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Gifts for the GLAM graduate
Stephanie Blondet SHADES OF COLOR ART
tory burch flats
michael kors
$275
monogrammed mug
$6 each
Perfect ballerinas that can work with jeans and with a pretty cocktail dress.
m.a.c blush
kate spade agenda
$250
$25
$198
The perfect chic agenda to write all the important things for the big girl life.
What MAKES GRADUATION SPECIAL TO YOU?
ikea
$20
pompadour art
$75
For me graduation was special, because it meant that I had achieved one of my goals — obtain a Bachelor’s degree. Graduation was the best thing that has happened to me. My college years were not easy struggling with school and work, but with determination and dedication, I was able to make it. I was focused on my short term goals, for each semester, and mainly on my long-term goal of graduating. I’m happy to say that I was able to accomplish all the things that I had planned. Graduation day was very exciting, being able to march with honors, making my parents proud, and celebrating with my friends our accomplishments was very special. Something I will never forget! 28 SPRING 2013 // to & from
tory burch letter s
Mira doson
$95
nars set
$59
$5
gucci sunglasses
$295
portable iphone charger
$35 michael kors
$358
dvf ipad case bobbi brown lipgloss
$24
$145 chanel
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MOTHER’S DAY
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Editor’s Picks for MOTHER’S DAY
meg’s picks
J.CREW
katie’s picks
high street market
$40
jennifer meyer cb2
$3,250
Husbands, make your wife’s first Mother’s Day extra special with this diamond pendant.
$20
ILLUME CANDLE
$85
$34
oscar de la renta
$165
A no-fail gift for any mother. This candle is not only aesthetically beautiful, but the Desert Tulip scent is perfect for summer! to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for Mother’s Day Curated by Katie Anderson
Juicy Couture
$58
This hat is perfect for the beach, pool and even the garden. amazon anthropologie
$36
$15 each essential glimmer
Who said ordinary tools have to be boring?
$573*
amazon
$19
Shauna Neiquist’s newest book is getting great reviews. crate & barrel
$16 each plum pretty sugar
$12 each
Because all moms could use more sleep. kohl’s
$20
Give the gift of relaxation and peace. Pair this yoga mat with a membership at a local yoga studio. *sponsored
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amazon
$50 elaine turner
piperlime
$175
$79
actifirm
$89*
c. wonder
baublebar milly
$38
$38
I am loving tortoise right now.
$40
Give her a cute iPhone case for spring. reiss
$425 pottery barn
$40-79 jack rogers
$198
These comfy flats are so Chanel, but a fraction of the price.
anthropologie
$118
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Gifts for MOTHER’S DAY Curated by Meg Biram
MISSONI CLAYTON GRAY HOME
$305
$120
ONE LOVE ORGANICS
AMBER INTERIORS SHOPPE
$68
$185
Mom can coil her hose up in this beautiful turquoise pot specially made for hoses.
GLASSYBABY
$132
Believe, grateful, and peaceful are the names of these votives.
ANCIENT GREEK SANDALS
$123
Sandals she’ll wear all summer long.
PASTEL FABLES
$75
A great coverup for the pool or beach.
KIMBERLY MCDONALD
$6,655
LEMLEM
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$245
WEST ELM
$78
AERIN
$40
So silky with a hint of color. graphic image
$98
This wallet has a pocket that fits her iPhone perfectly, it also has a wrist strap, so mom can be hands-free.
J.CREW
JONATHAN ADLER BARE MINERALS
$88
$15
ANNA BECK
$55
$275
AMAZON
$36+
AERIN
CLAYTON GRAY HOME
$28
$430
SHOPBOP
MARA HOFFMAN
HILLARY THOMAS
$220
$55 a+r SHOP TEN 20
$160-220
$143
$200
A modern birdhouse for a modern mom.
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Gifts for THE GARDEN LOVER
Laura Trevey BRIGHT BOLD & BEAUTIFUL
PINE CONE HILL
WEST ELM
$29
ANTHROPOLOGIE
$58
$154
This brightly colored floral pillow brings the outside in. AMAZON
$20
DASH & ALBERT
What HAS BEEN your favorite Mother’s Day gift?
$88
This unique waterspout planter is sure to delight any garden lover.
My husband gave me a potted hydrangea plant for Mother’s Day five years ago. I planted it in our garden and look forward to seeing its beautiful blooms every year. 36 SPRING 2013 // to & from
TARGET
AMAZON
$20
$15 POTTERY BARN
WEST ELM
TARGET
$79
$12
After a day in the sun, every mom needs to be pampered with this luxurious butter whip containing colloidal oatmeal to soothe itchy and dry skin.
$20-25
$20
WATERCOLOR PRINT (This is a print of Laura’s watercolor art!)
ANTHROPOLOGIE
$10-18 ANTHROPOLOGIE
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Gifts for THE STYLISH MOM
Naina Singla STYLE’N
GRAPHIC IMAGE IPAD CASE
KATE SPADE NEW YORK
$115-$145
KENDRA SCOTT
$75
$52
Love the mint color-so on trend for spring. CLARE VIVIER
$476
So stylish, elegant, and versatile.
ECHO
$58
Perfect accessory to brighten up any outfit this spring.
What HAS BEEN your favorite Mother’s Day gift?
The best gift I ever received was Mother’s Day 2008. My daughter Ariyana was born in January that year and this was my first Mother’s Day with her. My husband got me a David Yurman ring I had been eyeing for a while and he put it on a chain around Ariyana and presented it to me. It was such a thoughtful and special gift because it was my first Mother’s Day with Ariyana. 38 SPRING 2013 // to & from
MARC BY MARC JACOBS
$98
$99
nicholas
AMERICAN FASHION
$65
$495
BURBERRY A classic signature piece.
STEPHANIE JOHNSON
$38 MACY’S
$80
CLUB MONACO
$199
A wardrobe must-have and perfect for travel.
DVF CLOS-ETTE TOO
$40
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Gifts for THE FLOWER LOVER
Brittany Watson Jepsen THE HOUSE THAT LARS BUILT
TERRAIN
RIFLE PAPER CO.
$58
TERRAIN
$15
$58
PINE CONE HILL
$38 for a set of four I LOVE these! They’re bright and cheerful and no mother can have too many napkins!
PAPER ROSE FLOWER GIFT TOPPER
$14
These paper flowers from my shop are the perfect gift-topping adornment for your flower-lovin’ mama.
What is your favorite Mother’s Day memory?
ANTHROPOLOGIE
$498
It was a little thing, but it’s stuck with me. I was about 10 or 11 and my dad was going to buy my mom flowers for Mother’s Day and I suggested that he buy her a pot of flowers instead that way they would last longer. Well, he took my advice and bought a large round pot of flowers and she loved them! We had them for ages and they sat right by our door. I remember being thrilled that our Mother’s Day gift lasted more than one week. 40 SPRING 2013 // to & from
BEE & FLOWER SOAP
$2 CHALKBOARD PLANTER SET WITH HOLDER
If you’re feeling particularly generous, this sofa is for the ultimate flower lover.
ANTHROPOLOGIE
$28
$39
ANTHROPOLOGIE
TERRAIN
$3,298
$34
LISA RUPP DESIGN TEA TOWEL
$20 EMERALD & ELLA
$6
This watering can would make anyone want to flower their garden. Consider it a happy addition to mother’s garden. to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for THE MOM WHO LOVES COLOR
LEIF
$148
Justina Blakeney JUSTINA BLAKENEY
WORLD MARKET
$370
As a breast-feeding momma, I can’t have enough cute cardigans — and trust me, they’re hard to come by. PRETTY MOMMY ANTHROPOLOGIE
$227
$98
For a momma, a comfy, chic pair of slip-ons is major. These Chinos (I have them in blue) have become a staple in this momma’s wardrobe.
BEATRICE VALENZUELA
$210
What makes Mother’s Day special to you?
LEIF
$26
This is my first Mother’s Day as a mom! Mother’s Day was always about my mom — it’s so weird that I get to be celebrated now too! What makes Mother’s Day special is that it’s so important to celebrate the women who brought us into this world and shaped who we are today — and I appreciate it in a whole new way now that I’m a mom myself! 42 SPRING 2013 // to & from
LYDALI
$18 TW WORKSHOP
$65
Plants bring happiness into the home, and so does this cobalt blue pot. Give your mom a bit of happiness!
SUR LA TABLE
$125
BRILLIANT IMPORTS
$125
Moms always need places to stash stuff away. These baskets are the perfect solution to keeping the place looking momma-approved!
CHAPARRAL STUDIO
VUELA
MODCLOTH
$180
$109
$35 BABA SOUK
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Gifts for THE ULTRA-FEMME MOM
Beth Parker SEERSUCKER + A
J.CREW
$238
Modern and elegant in this spring’s standout hue ... a perfect combo for the femme mom. MARK & GRAHAM
$498
KATE SPADE NEW YORK
$278
A classic treasure she can wear everyday.
WEST ELM
JO MALONE PENCIL SHAVINGS STUDIO
$49-79
$110
$58
What is your favorite Mother’s Day gift AND MEMORY?
My very first Mother’s Day after having my oldest daughter, Chase. I felt so honored and happy to be a part of ‘the Club.’ Best Gift I’ve received — a morning to SLEEP IN!!! 44 SPRING 2013 // to & from
LOREN HOPE SERENA & LILY
$68
$128
Quintessential for a cozy night on the couch.
DVF PIPERLIME MARK & GRAHAM
$85
$99
$199
Personalized & classic — an everyday beauty.
J.CREW SUGAR PAPER
$28
$75 MARK & GRAHAM
$160
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Gifts for THE MINIMALIST MOM J.CREW
I am seriously coveting this neutral Janey patent flat, a clear wardrobe workhorse. Wear them to work, wear them on the playground, wear them grocery shopping. You can still chase the kids and look stylish.
Christine Koh CHRISTINEKOH.COM
GORJANA
bare minerals
$120
$28
A minimalist makeup routine is a piece of cake thanks to Bare Escentuals. I started using this product not long after becoming a mom and never looked back. This easy-to-blend mineral makeup is forgiving to, er, hasty application.
SPA FINDER FASHIONABLE
$178
$65
What’s not to love about a scarf that instantly ups your style and lifts African women out of poverty?
$set your price
Every year my husband gives me gift certificates to my massage therapist. Best. Gift. Ever. Clutter free and allows me the occasional hour that’s all about me. If you don’t know where to look for a practitioner, try SpaFinder.
What is your favorite Mother’s Day tradition?
bialetti
$25
This Bialetti stovetop espresso maker was one of my favorite Christmas presents from my husband. It gets daily use and I edit down my to-do list while my espresso brews. Not even kidding.
It’s so simple but my favorite Mother’s Day tradition is breakfast in bed. When my 8-year-old daughter, Laurel, was a preschooler, she read a story about a child making breakfast for her mom. The idea really stuck and ever since, she has made breakfast in bed for me on Mother’s Day. I’m actually not even a huge breakfast person; usually a strong latte (in my aforementioned Bialetti!) suffices. But man, toast with jam tastes magnificent when made with love by your child. 46 SPRING 2013 // to & from
KATE SPADE NEW YORK
$48
These offer a lightning fast way to add pop to an outfit. Added bonus? Toddlers can’t swipe as easily at studs as they can at dangly earrings. WEST ELM
TASTE OF TAZA
$6-16
$50
Chocolate = awesomely tasty, clutter-free gift! This Taste of Taza gift set includes a sampling of stone ground Mexican chocolates, made right in the Boston area. MIZUNO
AMAZON
$200
$20
Well, yes, I’m a wee bit biased, but I truly believe that my new book Minimalist Parenting will help you find your way towards a life with less emotional, physical, and time-oriented clutter and MORE JOY!
EPIPHANIE
$155
Epiphanie bags, such as this awesome metallic chevron Charlotte, are handy for keeping your DSLR safe, while also having space for your personal effects + a few diapers, wipes, and snacks. I’m speaking from experience.
soapbox soaps
$10/month
I love receiving soaps. And these Soapbox soaps help people in need. Awesome. to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for THE WORLDLY MOM
MR PORTER
A blend of rose petal, cinnamon and herbs make this candle reminiscent of the most exotic locale. The lovely brass cup and marble top make it pretty to display as well.
Erica Cook MOTH DESIGN
CALYPSO ST. BARTH
$80
amber interiors shoppe
$265 Perfect for your Mama’s coffee table or bedside, these pages will have her dreaming of her next destination.
URBAN OUTFITTERS
$20
graphic image
A
$185
$35
What is your favorite Mother’s Day MEMORY?
$61
ONE by Tolani
$174
Beautiful leather journals, in an array of brights, will inspire Mom to jot down her experiences with a happy heart.
I’ve told my eldest son, Connor, the story of bringing him home from the hospital as a newborn many times. It goes something like this ... he was born on the first day of spring, which already felt symbolic enough, and upon our arrival home I discovered the old withered orange tree, in his nursery, was in full bloom. You can imagine my delight when he recalled this magical memory and presented me with a Jo Malone, Orange Blossom Candle, for Mother’s Day last year. It warms my heart every time I light that candle and I am taken back to such a joyous time. 48 SPRING 2013 // to & from
FURBISH
$55
The international symbol of welcome, this pineapple would look great just about anywhere.
KENNETH JAY LANE
$72
TEMPS DES RÊVES
$295
Equally beautiful worn or framed, this beautiful scarf will have Mom dreaming of Havana.
C.WONDER
THE ANIMAL PRINT SHOP
$44
ANTHROPOLOGIE
$25+
$5
This sage and sandalwood soap is a delicious blend of soft warm musk and spice with a dash of juicy pear and fresh blood orange.
ZHUSH ASOS
$150
$47
The punch detailing on this charming little clutch looks much like a moroccan lantern. WESTON
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Gifts for THE GLAMOROUS MOMMY
Franki Durbin LIFE IN A VENTI CUP EUGENIA KIM
$265
Aside from my sunglasses, I can’t think of another item I use more in the summer. A great fedora will last you for years and keeps the sun off your face while you’re building sandcastles or playing at the park. MARCHESA
$95
A sexy & sophisticated fragrance is a no-brainer, and the new Marchesa fragrance tops the list of fabulous scents.
JOSIE MARAN
$64
Another glam mommy secret: Josie Maran’s argan oil products. Look like you’ve slept a whole eight hours with dewy skin & glossy lips. Trust me!
JIMMY CHOO
$495 JIMMY CHOO
$95
In addition to giving her a pair of Choos (which I highly recommend), this massive book comes glamorously sheathed in a snakeskin jacket. If a book can radiate sex appeal, this one certainly does. ALEXIS BITTAR
What HAS BEEN your favorite Mother’s Day gift?
$285
For Mother’s Day my husband booked a weekend at the Ritz-Carlton for us as a family. In addition to this being my favorite hotel, we enjoyed sweeping views of the city, fantastic meals, and an attentive staff. All fantastic things for a busy wife & mother! To make things better, he treated me to a deep tissue massage at the hotel spa and surprised me with a pair of shoes I’d been coveting. I mean … does it get better? It was a pretty fantastic way to celebrate Mother’s Day! 50 SPRING 2013 // to & from
TORY BURCH victoria beckham
$50
$745
Sleep deprived eyes deserve a little privacy. I always invest in the best pair of sunnies I can find. I get maximum daily use out of mine, so I’m willing to splurge for a pair that I adore. V-Beck’s frames are featherlight and very well made.
MICHAEL KORS
$80
Essential. It holds my iPhone, my credit cards and (if I really try) my key fob. I’d be lost without this fantastic clutch wallet. Best feature? The wrist strap means both hands are free. Perfection! SHOPBOP
FRESH
$125
$75
Since getting time away for a spa day isn’t always practical, I love getting these little pampering gift sets. Fresh is one of the best brands out there for indulging your skin and renewing your sprits.
jimmy choo
MILLY
$350
$595
Wedges are fashion genius. They are the perfect shoe for looking chic while chasing after toddlers and little girls. These might be too pretty to take the the playground, but are perfect for popping out for lunch or a day out and about with your little ones. Keep your balance and your sense of glam!
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Gifts for THE MOM WHO LOVES LITTLE LUXURIES
Katherine Stone POSTPARTUM PROGRESS WARBY PARKER
$95-150
MONOGRAM NECKLACE
$58-78 RUSTIC CUFF
KATE SPADE NEW YORK
JAMMIES IN A JAR
$50
WEST ELM
$34
Giving this sweet little onesie to a pregnant or new mom on Mother’s Day helps fight against the most common complication of becoming a mother, postpartum depression. SO important.
WHY IS Mother’s Day IMPORTANT TO YOU?
$68
$36 set of 12
These paper flowers are lovely. They don’t die, and would be so pretty on a mom’s desk or bedside table. THREE SISTERS
$44
In terms of why Mother’s Day is important to me, I have to say first that my children are the best thing I’ve ever done or will do. Every day I’m delighted to be their mom, but Mother’s Day is especially fun because they usually give me sweet little handmade things that I keep on my desk. Secondly, as an advocate for women with postpartum depression, it’s an important time to remind people about how important the emotional health of mothers is. 52 SPRING 2013 // to & from
TED BAKER
$180
This wallet would be so much fun to pull out at the cash register and brighten up her trips to the grocery store. TINA STEINBERG
$85-105
I would actually adore to have the fingerprints of my children on a piece of jewelry.
KATE SPADE NEW YORK
Z SPOKE ZAC POSEN IPAD CASE
$75
$138
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Gifts for THE MOM ON THE GO
Kimberly Smith PENNY PINCHER FASHION
MADEWELL
$48 CLUB MONACO
EQUIPMENT
$99
Great for dressing up a basic tee & jeans combo, but also pairs well with that little black dress for date night.
$388 SMYTHSON
MARC BY MARC JACOBS
$60
MICHAEL MICHAEL KORS
$200
$99
KATE SPADE NEW YORK
$48 The perfect everyday ring that she can wear alone or stack with other favorites from her jewelry box.
WHAT IS THE BEST MOTHER’S DAY GIFT YOU’VE EVER RECEIVED?
C.WONDER KEYBOARD
$80
The best Mother’s Day gift I’ve received was a sterling silver bracelet from my husband after my daughter was born — it has black & white pictures of her glazed onto these little squares. She is now 9 years old & I still love wearing it ... not only because it’s a beautiful piece of jewelry, but because it serves as a great reminder of how fast she has grown up ... and to cherish every moment. 54 SPRING 2013 // to & from
3floz
$57
Ideal for a mom on the go – this kit has everything you need to get yourself freshened up after the gym & ready for the next meeting or play-date. ANTHROPOLOGIE
$58
A gorgeous dresser or desk accessory to remind her that wishes do come true.
KRUPS ESPRESSO MACHINE COLE HAAN
$248
$300
Help her start the day off right & save time by not having to make a morning Starbucks run.
TORY BURCH
$145
A versatile carry-all that’s sleek enough for the office & doubles as a posh diaper bag.
J.CREW FACTORY
$98
GEL MANICURE SET
$80
Because you know she can’t fit one more thing into her busy schedule, including a trip to the salon for a fresh manicure.
SHOPBOP
$99
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FATHER’S DAY
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Editor’s Picks for FATHER’S DAY
meg’s picks
J.CREW
katie’s picks
$13
brooks brothers
NIKE
$148
$169
I am obsessed with my GPS watch, so I can imagine a dad who loves to run would be as well!
irobot
$300
amazon ALLSAINTS
$138
$24
I don’t know a single man who doesn’t love Duck Dynasty. to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for FATHER’S DAY Curated by Meg Biram
CUSTOM HERaLDRY BY HAPPY MENOCAL
THE SOCIAL DEPT.
$25
Commission a handmade family seal by artist Happy Menocal. Dad will think this is really special, not to mention cool.
ZINC DOOR
$323
MR. PORTER
$265
I’m from Kansas City, so I’m biased about this tee, but not only is it super cool, there site has a lot more cities to offer.
JOULIES ALLSAINTS
$68
$50
These little guys keep your coffee at the perfect temperature.
PAUL SMITH
$30
AME & LULU
$162 PLAYSTATION
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$260+
BURBERRY
$450
JONATHAN ADLER
$495 jayson home
$88 DWR
LONDON UNDERCOVER
$150
RAY-BAN
$240
He can move the pegs around on this wall rack exactly where he wants them.
$145
RAG & BONE
$125 This tie is perfect to wear to an important meeting or presentation. NIKE
$220
NORDSTROM
$58
HUGH & CRYE
$85
A young menswear company promising to have the perfect fit for your man. to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for Father’s Day Curated by Katie Anderson
RAG & BONE
target
earnest sewn
$13
hayneedle
$840-1,200
Any history buff would love this Civil War chess set.
$72
amazon
Everlast
mizzen+main
$30
$20
$105
He’ll love this moisture wicking, wrinkle free, American made dress shirt. That’s right, I said moisture wicking.
cost plus world market mr porter
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$175
$35
$180
Because Dad deserves some rest and relaxation.
foot cardigan
$9 per month
crate & barrel
$70 each
Lacoste tommy bahama
This cheeky sock of the month club is the perfect gift for the man who has it all.
$150
$118
$150
barney’S NEW YOr nordstrom
$25
REI
hayneedle
$45
$100
jayson home
$175
nike
$65
Dry-FIT golf shorts will become his weekend uniform. to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for ACTION DADS
Joey Katsaros MAKING A HOUSE A HOME
D.FAUBER WOODSMITH
$42
A manly way to keep your business cards in pristine condition. I have one, and it’s been a great conversation piece when giving out cards. SENNHEISER
LORD WILLY’S
$250
COOL MATERIAL
$57
TABASCO
$500
COOL MATERIAL
$80
$39+
I can’t get enough. So we buy it by the gallon. You can get them monogramed as well to show him how much you really care!
AMAZON
$699
WHAT MAKES FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL TO YOU?
I’m a new dad (as of January 2013) so I haven’t made it to my first Father’s Day yet. I think what I’ll enjoy most is just having that moment when my wife and new son tell me “Happy Father’s Day!” But, I wouldn’t mind a spin in a tank as well. 62 SPRING 2013 // to & from
AMAZON
$398
Must have. I had a “corded” drill for a while thinking I would save on battery charge time. If I could use two at a time efficiently, I’d buy another.
THULE
$130 TOKYOFLASH
DEWALT
$165
$579 GUITAR CENTER AMAZON
HUSQVARNA
$549
$178
$2,700+
Alright. This is nuts. But it’ll pay for itself after 2 or 3 years and think how much fun it’ll be to sip lemonade and watch you’re robomower do your chores.
THE HUMAN SOLUTION
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Gifts for THE OLD-SCHOOL DAD
Jon Crawford STORENVY
$5
MAG-BIG Handmade in Portland, Oregon.
OH, HELLO FRIEND
EDWARD SHARPE
VOGTSMITH
$40
$10
$50
Because it is, isn’t it? From Ed Sharpe and his band themselves.
HUNTINGTON BASE BALL CO.
$40
OH, HELLO FRIEND
This would look great on a baseball lover’s desk.
WHAT MAKES FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL TO YOU?
$25 WOOD TIE
$36
The best thing about Father’s Day is that you almost always get the gift at the top of your list. Because the one thing you truly want – the one thing at the top of your heart’s proverbial Amazon wishlist – is for your little Mini Me to look up at you and simply say the words, “Happy Fawders Bay, Dada!” When you hear these words – those poetically eloquent words, your Father’s Day dreams are fulfilled, your heart fully explodes, and you sink into the couch to start the long road to recovery with only afternoon football to aid you. 64 SPRING 2013 // to & from
MAKERS KIT
$25 DEEP ROOTED TREE
STONE STATEMENT
$20
IDOCKIT
$409
$399 DROOLBOX
$25
COFFEE SLINGERS ROASTER
$60 So dad can grind his trendy pourover coffee in style.
LIFEDAY
$33
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Gifts for THE DAD WHO OWNS MORE SHOES THAN HIS WIFE
Mbaye Ndaw G-SHOCK
MACY’S
$450
$45
GIBSON
$3,072
I’ve always wanted to learn guitar. Actually owning is probably the first step and the motivation I need. AFRICAN IMPORTS
$72 per case HASBRO
$20
I love Scrabble. I usually play on my phone, but it would be nice to have the physical board (and that way could play with my daughter).
When I first moved to the US, I had to find a place to buy black soap. It’s a natural soap made in West Africa that you find in the markets there, but it’s not exactly in every Walgreens in the US.
BOSE
WHAT MAKES FATHER’S DAY SPECIAL TO YOU?
$349
I had the best father anyone could ask for, but where I grew up, we don’t really celebrate Father’s Day (or Mother’s Day) officially. So it’s fun to get to celebrate the holiday now with my daughter Amelia, though I wish I could also celebrate with my dad now (he passed away in 2007). It will be fun when Amelia gets older to tell her all about my father as well on Father’s Day, and what a great man he was. 66 SPRING 2013 // to & from
RAY-BAN AMAZON
$156
I call these the ‘Patrice Lumumba’ glasses, after the 1960s Congolese revolutionary who was always seen wearing this style of shades.
$60 CLARKS
$160
Walt from Breaking Bad is always wearing Wallabee Boots from Clark’s (though I prefer brown to Walt’s black). That’s reason enough.
BANANA REPUBLIC
$20 ALTEC LANSING
VIBRAM
$110
$31
J.CREW
$298
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Gifts for DAD
Rick Dunn CREATIVE DIRECTOR
allen edmonds
$695
Last year for Father’s Day, my wife bought my first pair of Allen Edmonds dress boots. hammerpress
$75
Wilco concert poster from a local shop in Kansas City.
burberry
$195 page stationery Manly Stationery.
vintage typewriter I collect vintage typewriters, so this is perfect to add to my collection.
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jack spade
$175
$20
Gifts for DAD We asked dads all over the U.S. to give us some of their top picks for Father’s Day — here’s what they suggested:
crate & barrel
the north face
$180
Baldwin Denim
$170
gucci
$65
$149-169
cigars international
amazon
nordstrom
$70
$171
$10
USB Nintendo Controller: Now I can play my old nintendo games with my daughter – right after I finish this level.
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Gifts for dad We asked dads all over the U.S. to give us some of their top picks for Father’s Day — here’s what they suggested:
blurb
$13
bocce set
$39
Blurb Instagram books are SO easy to make because you don’t have to think about layout. It’s just one photo perfectly centered per page. such a great way to capture a year of time, all those little moments tell the real stories. nike
jack spade
Celestron
$120
$40
Because, let’s be honest, if you have young kids, your phone is likely tossed across the house 5 times a day. It needs protection.
vans
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$80
$55
target
$400
harry’s
$15
tie trader
$50 weber
waterpik
$800
$60
amazon
$100
Anker Battery Charger : I don’t always travel, but when I do my phone battery life drives me crazy.
taylormade
$300
Sears
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WEDDING
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Editor’s Picks for WEDDING
meg’s picks
LAYLA GRAYCE
$40
A personalized address stamp with their name and address is one of my favorite gifts to give, especially with all of those thank you letters they’ll be penning.
JONATHAN ADLER
katie’s picks
amazon
$16 each
Don’t just celebrate the wedding! These books are great to encourage couples in their actual marriage.
$48
kate spade new york CRATE & BARREL
$698
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Gifts for wedding Curated by Katie Anderson
heath cermanics
z gallerie
I’d love one of these linen table runners in every color.
$269
uncommon goods
$49-52
Le Creuset
This french oven is not only pretty to display, but will come in super handy for any aspiring cook.
c. wonder
$65
$270
$48 for four
Williams-Sonoma dash & albert
$78-1,760
amazon
$40 74 SPRING 2013 // to & from
$80
I don’t bake with anything, but Williams-Sonoma Goldtouch Nonstick. This is a great starter set.
crate & barrel
Rifle paper co.
$30-130
$11 cb2
$50
overstock.com
$50
Welcome the couple to marriage with a modern, geometric doormat.
Laguiole En Aubrac
$500
amazon
$45
Everything you need to know. Michael Aram
$119 I’m typically anti-picture frames, but this starburst frame is pretty cool.
target
$10
crate & barrel the container store
$79
$45 each
Ever since seeing the movie “Fireproof” I love giving salt & pepper shakers to the bride and groom.
bloomingdale’s
$150
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Gifts for WEDDINGS Curated by Meg Biram
HIGH STREET MARKET
$28 FURBISH STUDIO
$42
Send the couple off with good luck!
breville
$130
Heat up water for tea or your French Press to the exact temperature you like.
crate & barrel
LAMPS PLUS
$30
$463 FURBISH STUDIO
$66
GLASSYBABY
JONATHAN ADLER
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STONE TEXTILE STUDIO
$375
$44
This gorgeous handmade votive is named love — so it’s perfect to give for a wedding.
KATE SPADE NEW YORK WEST ELM
$29
$78
If the bride is close to you, this is a great gift just for her.
Get the wood ball on this whiskey bottle monogrammed. The groom will love it.
CRATE & BARREL
$15
FURBISH STUDIO
AMAZON
$92
$250
PAPER SOURCE
$5 each
crate & barrel
$25
Perfect for grilling this summer.
IN HAUS PRESS
$125 for a set of 25 JAYSON HOME
$78-98
This was one of my favorite gifts from my wedding. I don’t even own an iron. to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for THE classic bride
Abby Larson + SMP Team STYLE ME PRETTY BHLDN
$28
A gorgeous hanger is essential for fabulous wedding dress photography. MR. & MRS. MUGS SET
$42
CUSTOM MONOGRAMMED NOTES RIFLE PAPER CO. These cards put a personal stamp on all the “thank you” notes to write after the big day!
$12 each
ANTHROPOLOGIE Perfect for the very first toast as Mr. and Mrs.
NEWLYWED COOKBOOK WILLIAMS-SONOMA
$30-35
From the wedding day dessert table to entertaining at home, a classic cake stand is a must.
What is your favorite WEDDING MEMORY?
$35 Both practical and fun, a newlywed cookbook is the gift that never goes out of style.
Dancing with my dad. I’m the youngest of three girls and for each wedding, he surprises us with the father/daughter dance song. For my wedding, he had the soundtrack from Ice Castles played, as it was my favorite song that my mom would play on the piano growing up. I hadn’t heard it in years and it was a flood of emotion. That moment summed up everything a wedding is ... love, history, time, family. 78 SPRING 2013 // to & from
$85
ANNIVERSARY WINE BOX We adore this gift because A) who doesn’t love a great bottle of wine and B) it’s a sweet little something to open up each anniversary.
KATE SPADE NEW YORK
$78
With a honeymoon ahead, a pretty passport holder is the perfect little something to gift.
SUR LA TABLE COOKING CLASSES
MARK & GRAHAM
TIFFANY ICE BUCKET
$150
$58 set of 4
Monogrammed napkins will be a treasure to keep long after the “I dos.” PLUM PRETTY SUGAR
$65
Every bride needs a fabulous gettingready robe for the hair and makeup pics!
SOCIETY SOCIAL
$58-174
Fun for a dinner party or a casual get together with friends. Added bonus — you get to revel in a fancy monogram of your new name. FOUR SEASONS WEEKEND GETAWAY GIFT CARD to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for THE WEDDING SHOWER HOSTESS
Mary Summers M.A.S. FASHION
C.WONDER
$38
These cute little guys are unique enough to be the perfect touch to any party. ANTHROPOLOGIE
target
$32 for 4
$12
A bright and beautiful serving tray is perfect for summer get togethers and I love how it adds a pop of color.
BARNEYS GENEVA SOUND
$299
Provide entertainment for parties to come! ANTHROPOLOGIE
What MAKES WEDDINGS SPECIAL TO YOU?
$38
$75
A beautiful set of champagne chutes add spice to any home and any future parties.
I don’t care if it is someone I know, don’t know, or a movie, I always cry. The love that is shared between two people on that day is so powerful and you get a feeling that, that is what living is all about. I am such a cheeseball but I just love seeing two people so happy and in love and making a vow to spend the rest of their lives together. 80 SPRING 2013 // to & from
VIRGINIA COCKTAIL PEANUTS
$22
Giving yummy and beautiful snacks to the hostess is a thoughtful and satisfying gift! WINE DECANTER BARNEYS
$85
Give their future attendees something beautiful to look at!
SOAP GIFT BOX
$65
A wine decanter is the perfect gift for any hostess, so they can beautifully display their wine while it is being aerated.
$19 MERCI STATIONERY C.WONDER
WEST ELM
$29+
$34
$29
DRUNKEN WOODWORKER
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Gifts for THE BRIDESMAIDS
Maria Baer & Kelly Seizert RITZY BEE EVENTS leontine linens
$105
We love the peach + linen combination of this makeup bag...and who wouldn’t love to use this pretty one!? Fill it with other pretty packaged goodies for lips, nails, & skin. alexis bittar
chanel
$150
$27 rifle paper co.
clare vivier
$165
What makes a great bridesmaid gift?
$130 for 50 cards
j.crew
$148
plum pretty sugar
$70
We love these pretty robes! They are perfect for lounging and getting ready on the wedding day.
Your bridesmaids are giving so much of their time and resources to make the wedding day so special for you. We feel it is extra important to go above and beyond and really treat your girls with thoughtful experiences and luxurious and personalized tokens of your thanks. Remember that it is not only the gift you select to give each lady, but how it is packaged and presented. Carve out time in your schedule to do something as a group (like a simple breakfast on the wedding day) to personally thank your special friends. 82 SPRING 2013 // to & from
lulie wallace
$230 We love gifting art and a pretty commissioned piece of each ‘maids bouquet will sure to be hit!
tte
$40
mor
hermes
tory burch
$410
$250
Sferra leontine linens
$10
$90 + monogramming
These are the best throw blankets out there! Consider personalizing each one with the recipient’s monogram in a contrasting colored thread.
$75 jo malone
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Gifts for THE HAPPY couple
Tamra Sanford EVER SWOON
kate spade
$50
barney’s
$365
Give them a luxe throw for a lifetime of snuggling.
nespresso
$549
jetsetter gift card
$set your price
jonathan adler
What was your favorite wedding gift?
$68
williams-sonoma
$70
Our favorite wedding gift was a pair of custom illustrations of our pup, Bella, that our friend created and silkscreened on canvas and framed. Bella was the ring bearer in our wedding, and she is the heartbeat at our feet who symbolizes the beginning of our life together as a family. 84 SPRING 2013 // to & from
lanvin
$550
The fashion-centric couple would love to store their memories in this beautiful Lanvin silk and satin photo album.
Susabellas
$59
le labo
jonathan adler
rifle paper co.
$198
$86
Le Labo’s Santal 26 candle has a fragrance that is soulful and sexy. Give the happy couple a signature scent and personalize this candle with their special day under the “date” and “for” sections.
$75 for 25 notes
They will be writing a lot of thank you cards, so give them something special to send. Create personalized note cards with his and her illustrations from Rifle Paper.
Swanson Vineyards
$25 Harney & Sons
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Gifts for THE PARENTS OF THE BRIDE & GROOM
Allison Silber ENGAGED & INSPIRED
anthropologie
$24
mark & graham
$139
Gift your mother something she can wear the day of your wedding to make it that much more special Embroidery by Linda
$25
A custom handkerchief with a personal note from you to your parents is a wonderful way to leave an everlasting impression.
case-mate
$40-55
A custom iPhone case for each parent with a photo of their children is a perfect gift that they will continue to see each day.
michael kors
$225
What makes weddings special to you?
dream state
$10
There is a sort of magic about weddings. Something unexplainable and something you could never imagine until the day of your wedding. Watching all the hard work of planning a wedding coming together mixed with bringing your closest family and friends creates this sense of beauty. A wedding is a special time because emotions are flowing, love is being declared all while having great food and a good old dance party. It is a truly special event that can only be described as magical. 86 SPRING 2013 // to & from
kate spade the ends
$278
$30 nadri
$195
A personalized cutting board is a great gift for both of your parents. They can display it in their kitchen and it is a thoughtful gift from your new family to theirs. taylor crafts engraved
kate spade
$39
$298
I gave both my mother and mother-in-law Kate Spade handbags for our wedding. They both absolutely loved the gift and have continued to use it. Giving a gift that can be used day in and day out is the perfect way to thank them and show you care.
blurb
$4+
A book with photos is the best way to the heart of a parent. to & from // SPRING 2013
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BABY SHOWER
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Editor’s Picks for BABY SHOWER
meg’s picks
katie’s picks
j.crew SHOP TEN 25
$17, $20
$400
A great piece for a nursery that can last through the years.
ikea
OLD NAVY
$30
$23
peek
$28
Because all babies are. plantoys
$25
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Gifts for A BABY SHOWER Curated by Meg Biram GAP
$17
A baby in a fedora doesn’t get cuter.
WOODEN SUSHI SET
$59
For the mini foodie in the making.
SERENA & LILY
DWELL STUDIO
$375
BABYBOT
$48 for 2
$32
MOD MOM
$349+ LOLLACUP
3 SPROUTS
$26
Keep books and toys off the floor.
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REBECCA MINKOFF
$16
$395
A chic baby bag for the mom that doesn’t want to sacrifice style for function.
LAND OF NOD LETTERS
$34 each
MONSTER FACTORY
$35
LAYLA GRAYCE $
GAP
413
$25
SKIP HOP
$8
3 SPROUTS
$26
MINTED personalized print PINE CONE HILL
BEATRIX
$34
$42
$38+
CABIN & MOSS
ZINC DOOR GAP
$15
serena & lily
$58
$35
$311
Make your own map on this chalkboard globe.
This tiny cheery print is so sweet. to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for BABY SHOWER Curated by Katie Anderson
noé & zoë
$48
Skip hop
$20
old navy
$10
As a Texan, I love to give babies their first pair of cowboy boots.
Christina Song
$30 truzees
$20
Forget the big baby book. This wooden box set helps busy moms keep track of their baby’s milestones.
BABYBJÖRN
seventh generation
$12 muji
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$16
$44
These are the only plain, neutral diapers I have been able to find. Because who really wants Dora or Big Bird on their baby’s diapers?
kartell
$135
A pint-sized version of my favorite chair. Must have when it’s my turn to decorate a nursery.
restoration hardware amazon
giggle
$14
$299
This mobile would be so chic in a modern nursery.
$30 lark
$18
This bunny lights up. Such a sweet nightlight.
old navy
$13 per 3-pack
Serena & lily boon
$30 Ashley Goldberg
$58
$20 to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for The classic mom
hermes
Kimberly Schlegel Whitman
Who doesn’t love a gift in an orange box? This Hermes baby beach towel is a splurge but certainly at the top of my baby wish-list!
kimberly schlegel whitman
l’occitane
$18
tiffany & co.
marc by marc jacobs
tiffany & co.
$400
$120
What makes Baby Showers special to you?
$550
$298
jack and selma
$36
I just love celebrating a new baby with friends. Is there anything more amazing? I love gifting my friends with some of our favorite things and I love seeing all of the precious gifts they receieve also! 94 SPRING 2013 // to & from
babies r us nature baby
$125
$27 mrs. john l strong
j.crew ergobaby
$45
I love getting a little collection of my favorite books together for a shower gift. Adding these hand engraved bookplates add that personalized touch.
$48
$135
This baby carrier is super comfortable and something you’ll be using everyday
neiman marcus
$600
Bugaboo makes the best strollers! I am especially loving this Missoni one.
gund
$20 barneys
$54 to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for THE color LOVER
Morgan Georgie & Carrie Kiefer AMPERSAND DESIGN STUDIO
jonathan adler
$78
Oh so happy that Jonathan Adler starting designing for the wee ones! baby earth
a+r store
$16
$60 giggle
the honest company
tory burch
$5 Skip hop
What makes Mother’s Day special to you?
$45
$20
$375
Your diaper bag is so important! It’s the one thing you end up taking EVERYWHERE, so of course it has to look good, but above all, it needs to be functional!
Now that I’m a mother, I appreciate my own mom even more than I did before! Moms deserve to be told how amazing they are more than one day a year, but at the very least, I like to really spoil my mom on Mother’s Day! To give her a break from always being the cook, I make her the brunch of her choice!” -Morgan 96 SPRING 2013 // to & from
mama mio
$35
all modern
nature baby
$160
$16 petite collage
$24
land of nod
$36
life factory
zappos
$250
We have this chair in orange and just love it! It’s nice when your high chair looks good because it’s a new piece of furniture that is on display for about three years, plus it works so well!
layla grayce
$17
If you’re shopping for an ecofriendly new mamma, glass bottles are a great option!
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Gifts for THE MODERN BLACK & WHITE SHOWER
Bee Kim HELLOBEE Colette Bream
$68 freshly picked
$60
Perfectly soft for babies learning how to walk.
amazon
$200
We used this daily for 8 months!
aden + anais
$50
An absolute must have for every mom. love maki
$24
noé & zoë
$78
candy kirby designs
$38 each
What is your favorite Baby Shower memory?
You won’t worry whether your little one is cold at night.
I had a completely nontraditional baby shower on Halloween because it’s one of my favorite holidays. After my shower, we hit the Halloween Parade in the West Village dressed in costumes! 98 SPRING 2013 // to & from
Flensted Mobiles the teepee guy
$32
$180 fine little day
PETIT BATEAU
$38
my sweet prints
$55
$29
home decorators
$69-109
restoration hardware ferm living
$94
$89 to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for Garden Party BABY shower
Gaby Burger THE VAULT FILES
sweet william
$32
H&M
$10 old navy
$10
eva juliet
$125
kate spade zara
$30
$378
Because being a mom doesn’t mean that you can’t be stylish, this is indeed a diaper bag. little auggie
What makes Baby Showers special to you?
$95-125
What makes baby showers special is the fact that people get together to celebrate and show their love for a little person who hasn’t been born yet, how sweet is that? 100 SPRING 2013 // to & from
old navy
$10
serena & lily
$36 whitney english
$14
This pad is great for the organized momma (and better looking than post-its!).
layla grayce
$18
angel dear
$13
The softest of all baby blankies, these are great soothers!
gap
$20 sweet william
pottery barn kids
$58
$45 to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for THE Designer Loving Mom
Natalie Mason DESIGNER BAGS AND DIRTY DIAPERS
burberry gucci
Diptyque
$125
$870
$60
All moms need a gorgeous smelling candle to cover the dirty diaper smell.
pixie lily
AIDen + Anais Beaba
$54
$45
$120
What is your favorite gift you’ve received at a baby shower?
serena & lily
$58
My favorite gift from my shower was my Bugaboo Stroller. I still use it three years later. It is bright orange and makes such a statement! 102 SPRING 2013 // to & from
hermes the honest company
$1,300
$14 per package
Every new mom needs diapers and these created by Jessica Alba are non-toxic and the patterns are super cute.
4moms
$200
The ultimate baby swing, it mimics the movements of parents to soothe the baby. Moves in five different ways plus looks super sleek and doesn’t take up too much space!
target
$32
Great to fill up with gifts to bring to an expectant mom. They are awesome to store toys in.
jonathan adler
$48
burberry
$155
eberjey
$119
You can’t forget about the mom, she needs something special too. A gorgeous robe is perfect for the hospital and at home.
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Gifts for THE MODERN Whimsy MOM dwell studio
$48
Jenny Batt HANK & HUNT
OILO
$64
tiffany & co.
$125
land of nod
$20 We have two of these guys. No one, big or small can look into these eyes without smiling and/ or busting up laughing. That’s a sign of a good toy.
house industries
$40 layla grayce
$32
These are fun because they are bold and bright. Any mom that loves design and fonts will get a kick out of these. There is no reason the alphabet has to be a boring old font.
What is your favorite baby shower tradition?
P’kolino
$85
My favorite tradition at baby showers is to make a list of wishes for baby. Make a list of questions for guest to answer for baby: “I hope you learn to...”, “ I wish you will grow up to be...” and more. Answers range from funny to sweet and personal. Collect them all after the shower and gift to the mother. A lovely thing for the mom to hold on to as a keepsake to dream of her little one’s bright future. 104 SPRING 2013 // to & from
A+R STORE
shop littles
$95
peek
$27
$28
Use this whimsical activity gym and attach the toys of the moment. I just love how it is a little cloud floating in the sky, so sweet. gap
$9
HRUSKAA
$97
life in color
$85
Trumpette
jonathan adler
$70
$27
This is my standard gift at showers. It is cute and one of those things moms tend to not buy themselves. I was once that mom too, trying to be practical. Try to keep shoes on a mini-person and you will see why these are so brilliant.
little mr.
$15
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Gifts for THE cool mom
Alyssa Hertzig The Sparkly Life
drybar
manhattan toy
$12
This thing looks so loud and crazy, but infants go nuts for it. It held my daughter’s attention like nothing else in those first few months — she adored it! L’OCCITANE
amazon
$set your price
It’s going to be a long time until the new mom has enough time to take a long shower – much less do an actual blowout. Treat her to the gift of good hair – and a little much-needed time to her self.
$24
$17
Perfect for low-maintenance moms. She can record just one sentence a day about her thoughts, memories, and baby’s milestones.
baublebar RIKSHAW DESIGN
$68
What is your favorite gift you’ve received?
$348
A delicate necklace stamped with her child’s initial that she’ll wear everyday — and treasure forever.
At the shower for my first baby – my daughter Sadie – I received the cutest little set of personalized stationary for her. It was so special, because it was the first time I was really seeing her name written out on something – so that was exciting and very meaningful. It was the perfect gift because it was something I never would have thought to buy for myself, plus it really came in handy for writing thank you notes during those first few sleep-deprived weeks! 106 SPRING 2013 // to & from
Sperry Top-Sider
barneys new work
$32
$ 78 lucy darling shop
i see me
$30
Customize these books with the child’s name and personal details and they’ll get a kick out of them for years to come.
admiral road
$65 erin condren
kissy kissy
$12
$34
BLABLA
$56
gifts define
$39
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Gifts for The baby shower
Cassie Freeman Hi Sugarplum!
sticky bellies
$14
Removable onesie stickers for baby’s monthly photo shoots.
j.crew
$198
pottery barn kids
$54 j.crew
$23
hank & jojo Joovy
$100
What IS YOUR FAVORITE BABY SHOWER MEMORY?
$30
We had a Couples Baby Shower for my first pregnancy, and we played a diaper-changing relay race with baby dolls. Watching how competitive the men (especially those who weren’t fathers yet), get so competitive, and totally butcher the diapering process, was hilarious! 108 SPRING 2013 // to & from
pottery barn kids
$120 MINNETONKA
the land of nod
$20
$49
Every child needs Goodnight Moon!
target Mustela
$42
$10
nordstrom
$45
Not glamorous, but a breastfeeding-mom’s lifesaver!
pottery barn kids gap
$100
$35
A cuddly post-bath treat. SKIP HOP
$75 to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for THE city baby
Raluca State What Would Gwyneth Do
giggle
$16
the land of nod
amazon
in the pocket baby
$26
$63
ork posters
oeuf
$59
$22
$260
Skip the separate changing table and let this one do double duty perched atop your crib instead. Major space saver.
No room for a bulky high chair? Opt for this chic, portable baby seat instead – for meals at home and on the go. We all know city babies love to eat out on the town!
What makes Baby Showers special to you?
I think a baby shower is the best training from a new mom – it’s a room filled with experienced, new and/or future moms who can share insight, excitement, fears, and favorite finds. It’s the ultimate Baby 101 and I love it when guests take a minute to share a piece of advice or a word of encouragement or a special memory with the mama to be. The gifts are lovely, the cake is fun, but the wisdom is what’s truly invaluable. 110 SPRING 2013 // to & from
giggle
$25
Nothing keeps a new mom sane like organization and this stroller essential will leave you hands-free and very happy. 4moms
dwell studio
$300
$35 amazon
This fun city skyline collection is perfect for any urban baby abode. My little one loves to trace the buildings on his crib sheet as he nods off dreaming of the big city.
$10
ergo baby
PETUNIA pickle bottom bloom
$470
$195
Stroller in the city? Not always a joy ride. Wear your baby everywhere instead – allows for comfort and convenience.
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Gifts for THE Trendy Mom
Casey Wiegand s
molly-meg
$17
WeeGo
target
$14
$11
the allison show
$65
MOTOROLA
$240
What makes Baby Showers special to you?
I adore handmade and so not only supporting handmade with a purchase but also giving such a sweet gift, made with such love is so special in my eyes!
blabla
$180
Giving the baby a sweet new toy to cuddle up with is such a sweet idea as you head to a baby shower.
Baby showers are special to me because it is such an exciting time and such a sweet opportunity for everyone that you love to all come together to celebrate this new life! Everyone that means something to you, all in one room! 112 SPRING 2013 // to & from
Swaddle Designs
$25 PUJ
$45 molly-meg
molly-meg
I love finding a unique baby gift that you wouldn’t be able to find anywhere else!
$69
dillard’s
Bugaboo
Happy Wrap
$245
$40
$890
$48 to & from // SPRING 2013
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BIRTHDAY
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Editor’s Picks for BIRTHDAY
meg’s picks
katie’s picks
kate spade saturday J.CREW
$76
GOLD & GRAY
I love everything from Kate Spade Saturday, but this deck of cards is just the perfect budget gift.
$295
KATE SPADE NEW YORK
$20
$238
madewell
$24
amazon
$25
This adorable wine tote has room for three bottles! to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for birthday under $50 Curated by Katie Anderson
anthrpologie
$14 Any friend with a beach house would love this seahorse bottle opener.
target
baublebar
$15
$34
serena & lily
amazon
cost plus world market
$20
$25
j.crew factory
$40 116 SPRING 2013 // to & from
$28
modcloth
$17
This fun journal prompts you with a question a day over five years. It’ll be so fun to look over the answers at a future birthday.
kate spade new york
$35 each
Add your favorite bottle of wine to make a great gift for any girlfriend. maptote
$24
rikshaw design These boxers are so cute.
$37
With over 40 locales, you can find a Maptote for any friend.
target
$15
A cute umbreall is always a great budget-friendly gift. essie
Edie’s Lab
$8 each
$43
These retro wood circus letters are so cool. They’d look great on any wall or bookshelf.
$22
baublebar Fringe is one of my favorite trends for spring.
julie vos gap
$45
$20 to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for BIRTHDAYS Curated by Meg Biram
asos
$27
For your friend who is always wearing the trends.
tory burch
$50 STUDIO LEGOHEAD JONATHAN ADLER
$34
$150+
Have a custom portrait of their pet. They will absolutely love this gift.
JULIE VOS KATE SPADE NEW YORK
$38
SHOPBOP
HAUTE PAPIER
$190
$20 each
This “haute box” is like Birchbox for stationery. MASLIN
$225
The coolest beach towel around.
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$95
NET-A-PORTER
$95
lanvin
CRATE & BARREL
DIOR
$95
$40
JAYSON HOME
$24-35
$31
ZARA
$90
ROLAND BAR CART
$947 ELLIE
$50 each
kiki & polly
Workout clothes for the stylish girl.
$20
RAG & BONE
$895
LOREN HOPE
$36
CLAYTON GRAY HOME
$295 to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for YOUR BLING-LOVING BESTIE
Alyson Seligman THE AVERAGE GIRL’S GUIDE
BCBG
$18
What’s sweeter to give to your bestie than this blinged out BFF bracelet? So reminiscent of friendship bracelets and necklaces growing up, with that sophisticated touch.
ASOS
$30
Any BFF who loves bling and color is destined to swoon when she sees these! DEBORAH LIPPMANN
$19
It’s like an awesome birthday party on her fingers! Join the fun during a BFF mani/pedi party.
KENDRA SCOTT T+J DESIGNS
$32
What is your favorite BIRTHDAY TRADITION?
MODCLOTH
$55
$50
I wait until my actual birthday in March to open all my cards, and my husband has embraced this, too! It’s way more fun to open a big pile of sweet and funny cards from fam and friends instead of sporadically as they arrive. 120 SPRING 2013 // to & from
HIPSY
$16
Having a sparkly headband is sure to make your BFF shine on days when she doesn’t have a second to spare.
MICHAEL KORS
TARGET
$88
C.WONDER
$38
KATE SPADE
$58
$8
A major steal! These earrings in a gorgeous hue look just like much pricier finds for a small fraction of the price.
J.CREW FACTORY
$60
These bright yellow jewels will make your bestie’s face light up in a heartbeat. A must!
Perfect for a friend who likes bling with a classic twist!
NORDSTROM
TORY BURCH
$95
$28
Available in 12 colors, this bracelet has the most gorgeous color palette with delicate crystals. Stunning!
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Gifts for YOUR BROTHER
Amanda Waas YOU’RE WELCOME
thinkgeek
$13
Saturdays
$55
What could be a more appropriate gift for your brother?
jack spade
Sriracha Popcorn
$298
The halfway point between that scratched up Timex he’s been wearing for the past 10 years and that much-too-expensive Rolex he’s been pining for.
$5
izola
$54 Graf & Lantz
$54
What is your favorite BIRTHDAY gift you’ve received?
owen & fred
$199
While I love giving and receiving gifts, my favorite gifts are usually activity-based. For my 25th birthday, my father planned a surprise trip to New Orleans for just the two of us. The day of my birthday, a giant box was delivered to my office, filled with Mardi Gras paraphernalia and an adorably clunky poem he had written himself, informing me where we were going and when we were leaving. We had a great time—despite the four-hour-long “Impact of Hurricane Katrina” bus tour he made me go on. I definitely needed a drink after that one. Luckily, I was in the right city. 122 SPRING 2013 // to & from
best made company
$184
The stylish, easily-portable enhancement to all of the camping trips and BBQs he goes on, and a much better alternative to the blanket he stole from the last flight he was on.
haberdash
$14 amazon
portland general store amazon
$14
$40
$25
pop chart lab
$36
green hat gin
neighborwoods
buy me brunch
$22
$30
Because a man loves to boost his city while having something to set his beer down on.
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Gifts for A FASHIONABLE FRIEND
Alexandra Kaehler THINGS THAT SPARKLE
net-a-porter MARA HOFFMAN these creatures
$90-110
$275
This kaftan is the perfect gift for any lady who likes to lounge by the pool in style.
$345
I love the classic shape of these earrings and the color is just perfection for spring and summer.
Any fashion conscious dog-owner would love to have these in her home. Dog bowls are always so ugly, but not these!
biscuit home
bug under glass
$240
I love the color and pattern in this beautiful little tray. It would be perfect on anyone’s nightstand.
$55 j.crew
$148
What is your favorite BIRTHDAY gift you’ve received?
My favorite birthday present I’ve ever received was a huge moving box. Once I opened it, I realized it was filled with one dollar bills, all wrapped around a blow up pool toy. It was money my husband had been saving for us to take a tropical vacation to a destination of my choice. I have such a travel bug so it was such a thoughtful present, and such creative presentation! 124 SPRING 2013 // to & from
up in the air somewhere
$28
eskayel
I love this little dish for rings on your nightstand. The little gold dots are so sweet. jonathan adler
$995
$139-149
I wouldn’t mind filling an entire house with pillows from Eskayel. Each print is more beautiful than the next!
As an interior designer, furniture is one of the best presents I could ever receive and I know my fashionable friends are loving this new Jonathan Adler collection! zara
loren hope
kari herer
vita fede
$30
$375
I love the combination of gold and malachite with just a little bit of edge.
$50
$140
This necklace has been on my wish list for way too long. The black and white would go with absolutely every outfit!
1st dibs
$750
This vintage, faux malachite mirror might just be at the top of everyone’s list. to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for THE PINK & GOLD LOVER
Dallas Shaw DALLASSHAW.COM
BROOKLYN THREAD
WAITING ON MARTHA
$12 CHLOE
$410 LEIF
NET-A-PORTER
$44
$650
LEIF
$118
$38 JULEP
What is your favorite BIRTHDAY TRADITION?
$30
Every year I take a day off near my birthday and do dinner and champagne with close friends. Simple tradition but I look forward to it every year. 126 SPRING 2013 // to & from
ASOS LEIF
$183
$140 LEIF
RIFLE PAPER CO.
$148
$32
LOMOGRAPHY
$129 WHITE FAUX TAXIDERMY
BLOOMINGDALE’S
$160
$24
BLOOM THEORY WAITING ON MARTHA
$24
$130 to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for THE PATTERN LOVER
AMAZON
$30
Laura Parke A GIRL WHO MAKES
CHRISTOPHER ELBOW
J.CREW
$188
Someone would love these pants because they’re unexpected!
ANTHROPOLOGIE
$98 FINNSTYLE
KATE SPADE NEW YORK
WHY ARE BIRTHDAYS SPECIAL TO YOU?
$20
$158
$178
Birthdays are special to me because it’s a time to look back at the year you just completed and also to look ahead at what’s to come. I enjoy taking a moment to be grateful for the things I’ve experienced and also dreaming about what the future might hold and birthdays are an opportune time to do just that. 128 SPRING 2013 // to & from
IKEA
STILLEBEN
$7
$131
KATE SPADE NEW YORK
This is the perfect gift because it’s cozy and beautiful...a perfect accent to a home.
JILL ROSENWALD
$40
FUBRISH
$9
This is the perfect gift because when you have to make lists, a cheerfully patterned notebook is the best place to do so!
SPLENDID
SUR LA TABLE
$328
$78
Someone would like this gift because it’s fun to receive something you wouldn’t usually purchase for yourself. These flats aren’t super practical, so they feel like an indulgence!
$7 ANTHROPOLOGIE
J.CREW
$168
$32 to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for A FUN-LOVING FRIEND WITH KIDS
Anne Sage THE CITY SAGE
Taza Chocolate Mexicano
$7 Marriage Freres
$59
I like to gift things the recipient would never buy for herself, and this indulgent candle definitely falls into that category. All the way from a tiny shop in France, it’s exotic, elegant, and exquisite!
KARMA LOOP
$26 PLUMO
M+P
$230
$74
Materials + Process is a San Francisco-based leather workshop that makes the most simple yet beautiful bags and small accessories. Their pieces age to a gorgeous, rich patina, too. ARTIFACT UPRISING
What MAKES BIRTHDAYS SPECIAL TO YOU?
$25
Birthdays are about celebrating the presence in your life of your friends and family. Whether it’s cooking a favorite breakfast, delivering a giant bouquet of cookies, or finding that perfect gift, I love to make memories for the birthday girl or boy! “I’m happy you were born” is the best sentiment on earth. 130 SPRING 2013 // to & from
KORRES
ANNA BECK
$39
$95
Give this delicate keepsake and you’ll also be giving back. 100% of proceeds from this 18k gold-plated necklace go to the a women’s health clinic in Bali that is funded solely by donations. Eberjey Navajo Girl Bikini
$89, $74
Malin+Goetz
$52
This bikini is made by my favorite lingerie company, which means it’s as supportive and flattering as your best bra. Just brilliant for a girls’ weekend at the spa! TARGET
Paul Klee
$45+
ABC HOME
$100 each
$9
I’ve converted no fewer than eight of my pals to this line of body products. We call it the ‘sexy scent’, and it’s only a matter of time before we start a petition to make it a perfume.
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Gifts for THE BEAUTY BUFF
Lindsay Rogers
AESOP
BELLE BELLE BEAUTY
CLARINS
$33
$75
LORAC
BARE MINERALS
$42
This cult favorite is has ultrapigmented shadows in classic shades any girl needs.
$60
NARS
$25
My favorite lip product for the summer would make lipstick junkie’s birthday!
ANTHROPOLOGIE
$7
What is your favorite BIRTHDAY TRADITION?
TOO FACED
$29
Every year, my favorite aunt calls me and sings happy birthday — her voice isn’t the best, but it always warms my heart. 132 SPRING 2013 // to & from
URBAN OUTFITTERES
CHANTECAILLE
$14
$83
ANTHROPOLOGIE
$98
Festive packaging that basically wraps itself.
LE LABO
$65 ESTEE LAUDER
BITE BEAUTY
$20 each
$20
These lipsticks are chock full of antioxidants.
RODIN
$30
A luxe classic that will be cherished.
BURT’S BEES
$13
NEST
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Gifts for THE GIRLY GIRL
PINCH PROVISIONS
Erika Wasser ERIKaWASSER.COM / SPACE
$15
This is the hands down best thing I have ever received. If your friends don’t already have one, and you get this as a gift, you will have changed their life. Its a first aid kit for real life. Hair-ties, earing backs, stain remover, mints … I’m not sure how I didn’t walk around a hot mess before this.
DAUPHINES OF NEW YORK
$135 JONATHAN ADLER
NET-A-PORTER
$35
Coffee table books make for awesome presents, people love them. They can put them out in their homes on display to appear to be cool and cultured, they make for great reading, and they can be as inexpensive as $35 dollars. Win-WinWin. Be careful the book you buy though, I once received “Before You Put That On” a guide to dressing authored by the team behind ‘What Not To Wear’… needless to say, said gift giver was never invited back.
What makes birthdays special to you?
$98
I’m obsessed with these headbands from Dauphines of New York. Everyone looks great in them, and are so chic and glamourous and are great for a woman of any age.
BURBERRY
$215
Birthdays are great. They are the one day a year when someone can say “you know, not everything is about you” and you can correct them and say, “no… today… today it really is.” If you love hibachi and even though its a tourist trap, over priced, and not really all that good — guess where your friends are having dinner. If you walk into a store on your birthday and declare you are a size 4 and these pants should fit … okay so even on your birthday that doesn’t really fly but birthdays are just a day of absolute reckless abandon. Mornings with mimosas, ideally brought to you while still in bed by either someone you love, or someone ridiculously handsome, followed by an entire 24 hours of getting your derriere kissed surrounded by good friends, good conversation and even better chardonnay. What is not to love about that? 134 SPRING 2013 // to & from
NORDSTROM
BACCARAT
$19
$105 each GRAPHIC IMAGE
AERIN
ANYA HINDMARCH
$158 each
Someone who got me this gift would be someone who really knew me and in the end, those are the best birthday presents. Try to find something you know that is unique to them. I am obsessed with notebooks and would forget to buy people great gifts like these personalized notebooks if I didn’t write it down.
$75
$175
Small leather goods should just be renamed “great gifts.” They are things people need and use daily, but they are never things we really buy nice versions of for ourselves. It’s perfect for a friend who you want to spend a decent amount of money on, and get them something they will actually use that isn’t as personal as pants.
SHOPBOP
$94 WATERFORD
$295
ELECTRIC CORKSCREW
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Gifts for THE curated man
Eric Linebarger ERICLINEBARGER.COM
FIELD
$85 timex
BROOKS BYRD & BELLE
$40
$118
$30-34 APOLIS
$98 F&Y HANDLE BARS
$90
AMAZON field
$52
$35
What is your favorite BIRTHDAY MEMORY?
To go along with my theme a bit I think that a true man (or boy) really does not need much in his life. Just great life building experiences ... So on my 10th birthday, my father surprised me by picking me up from grade school in a Porsche. I was a huge car fanatic, and it was my dream car. We toured quickly around town until the sun went down. 136 SPRING 2013 // to & from
the tie bar
JACK SPADE
$15
$65
You can’t take money too seriously.
trvr
$65
HANDSOME COFFEE ROASTERS RHODIA
$23 per pound
$5
KILLSPENCER
$30
PRINTERY & BINDERY
Fuji X10
JACK SPADE
$245
$23
$600
In an age where all we need is a phone to capture the party pics, a real metal, classic camera returns image making back to an art. Its rigid, basic, and functional beauty — something everyone an respect. to & from // SPRING 2013
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Gifts for THE CLASSIC MAN
Jamie Hurst HIGH HEELED TRAVELER
RAG & BONE
$95
NORDSTROM
SUR LA TABLE
$18
$20 AMAZON
$60 J.CREW
KIEHL’S
$60
$27+
This is my husband’s favorite. J.CREW
$198
What is your favorite BIRTHDAY TRADITION?
One of my favorite birthday traditions is buying myself that one thing I would not normally indulge in. Usually its a special bottle of wine or an expensive handbag I’ve been eyeing. 138 SPRING 2013 // to & from
RAINBOW
AMAZON
$49
$16 HIGH STREET MARKET
$135
TOTAL WINE
$40
CIGAR AFICIONADO SUBSCRIPTION
$20 for 6 issues
GRAIN SURFBOARDS
$770+
williams-sonoma
$49+ set of 4 club monaco
$199
HUGH & CRYE
$85
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Gifts for FOR THE JETSETTER
Georgie Hambright & Jennifer Beek J+G DESIGN
TORY BURCH HERMES
$78
$95 AMAZON
$45
Put down your ipad! Spend quality time together with this chic card deck – Rummy anyone?
LUXE CITY GUIDE
$10
You’ll look chic even when you’re lost! You won’t be embarrassed to whip out these stylish city guides.
LONGCHAMP
$255
Every girl knows you come back with twice as much as you came with!
HENRI BENDEL QUEEN OF CASHMERE
$750
What is your favorite BIRTHDAY MEMORY?
Travel candles make your hotel room feel like home.
We both have summer birthdays and have great memories of celebrating on our family vacations. 140 SPRING 2013 // to & from
$15
LOMOGRAPHY CAMERA
JONATHAN ADLER
$55 SMYTHSON
$42
$330
PIERRE HARDY
$125
UNCOMMON GOODS MRS STRONG
$29
$26
We love to take note of all our favorite shops and restaurants – this way you can feel like a local next go around. ANTHROPOLOGIE
$40
DVF NEIMAN MARCUS
$28
$95
PRADA
$550
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