The Insider’s Guide to Holiday Style
When it comes to holiday gifting, take a cue from the experts. As an iconic luxury brand known for some of the most legendary watches ever made, Cartier has something for every fashion killer on your list, from sleek timepieces and festive outfit ideas to rare, unexpected objects. Shop them all below.
EVENINGWEAR
Rhapsody in Blue
Yes, denim for evening is officially a thing. Sparkles and embellishments aplenty take the Americana staple into holiday-party territory.
Cartier Panthère de Cartier High Jewelry Necklace
Aquazzura Secrets Sandal 95
Chanel Slot Machine Minaudière
Paco Rabanne Sequin-Embellished Top
Oscar de la Renta Sequin Hem Top
Judith Leiber Perfume Bottle Crystal Noir Minaudière
Rene Caovilla Cleo Crystal Amber Sandal 105
YSL Beauty Rouge Pur Couture Slim Matte Lipstick in Rouge Extravagant
Matteo Cibic Woman in Paris Vanity Table
Color Block
Toast your way through the end-of-year party scene with maximalist extras and bold pieces that pop.
Alex Perry Hudson Caped Gown
Cartier Sixième Sens High Jewelry Necklace
Handsome Stockholm Essential Extra Long Gloves
The Attico Milton Mini Dress
Cartier Sixième Sens High Jewelry Earrings
Roger Vivier Cube Strass Heel Mules
Cornelia James Lucrezia Tulle Opera Glove with Mousquetaire
Giorgio Armani Beauty My Way Eau de Parfum
Sam Edelman Anthony Mule Pump
Roger Vivier Broche Vivier Buckle Boite De Nuit Micro Clutch
ENTERTAINING
Some Enchanted Evening
From stunning tabletop inspiration to expert hosting advice, here’s everything you need to celebrate in style.
Instant Parties
Renowned event planner Chris Hessney shares his easy tricks for enhancing any setting.
“I love setting the tone through scent,” says Hessney, who designs high-profile soirées for companies like Carolina Herrera and Goop. “Try roasting orange slices right before guests arrive, or keep a pot of mulled wine on the stove top.” He also recommends lowering the lights for an extra-cozy vibe. “I’ve actually left parties where the lights were too bright. Everyone feels more relaxed when the room’s dark and moody,” he says.
Dior Maison Smoky Jardin d’Hiver Large Night Bird Dessert Plate
William Yeoward Crystal Lillian Square Decanter
Caviar Russe Select Osetra Caviar
Cartier Panthère de Cartier Trinket Tray
Louis Vuitton Party Trunk
Houses And Parties Set of 6 Vintage Drunkard Cocktail Napkins
Houses And Parties “Edibles” Engraved Silver Passing Tray
Weston Farms Magnolia Heart Wreath
Cabana Capri Espailer Tumbler
Fete Accompli
Event designer extraordinaire Rebecca Gardner has a few shortcuts to ensuring a memorable gathering at home.
A party Gardner hosted at her Savannah home with Puiforcat.
A little effort goes a long way when it comes to unforgettable events. “The tiniest surprises can make a tremendous difference,” says Gardner. “Try masks, party hats, or parlor games. Give them something to talk about.” Another easy way to impress? A signature cocktail. “Greet guests with something classic and strong. It loosens everyone up, and your party is likely to end with dancing on the table.”
Houses And Parties Pair of Vintage Venetian Rose Candlesticks
Anna Weatherley Thistle Bread & Butter Plate
Houses And Parties Set of 8 Vintage Silver Place Card Holders
Tracy Glover Goblet And Tumbler
Houses And Parties Spicy Floral Chair Slipcover
Houses And Parties Vintage Handled Murano Vase
Houses And Parties Champagne Bucket With Stand
Houses And Parties Crimson & Crepe Placemat And Napkin
Host With the Most
In his new book, Occasions to Celebrate: Cooking and Entertaining with Style, celebrity chef Alex Hitz serves up crowd-pleasing recipes (think: Southern comfort food with French flair), table-setting tips, and secrets for tackling tricky seating. Below, social fixture Deeda Blair’s ultimate high-low dish, included in the book.
Deeda Blair’s oven-baked potato chips with crème fraîche and caviar, from Occasions to Celebrate: Cooking and Entertaining with Style by Alex Hitz.
OVEN-BAKED POTATO CHIPS WITH CRÈME FRAÎCHE AND CAVIAR
- 1 pound russet potatoes
- 1 stick (8 tablespoons) butter, melted
- ¾ teaspoon salt, divided
- 1 cup crème fraîche
- ½ cup heavy cream whipped to soft peaks
- ¼ cup chopped green onions
- 1 pound caviar
Preheat the oven to 500°F. Peel the potatoes, and slice them crosswise 1/16-inch thick on a mandoline. Rinse the slices in several changes of cold water until the water runs clear. Pat them dry with paper towels. Dip the potatoes in the melted butter, and arrange them in a single layer on parchment-lined baking sheets. Place the pans on separate racks in the oven and bake them for 10 minutes. Reverse the position of the pans front-to-back and between the racks and bake them for 10 minutes more. Remove the chips from the oven, and salt them with ½ teaspoon salt. Remove the chips from the parchment with a spatula, and place them on a clean, dry metal sheet pan. In a medium mixing bowl, combine the crème fraîche, whipped cream, green onions, and remaining salt. On four salad plates, place a generous group of overlapping chips. For each serving, dollop 4 to 6 tablespoons of the crème fraîche mixture on top of the chips. Place generous spoonfuls of the caviar on top of the cream mixture on each plate and serve. Makes 4 servings.
GIFTS FOR HER
Out of the Box
Rare finds that everyone on your list will adore.
La Vie en Rose
Garden-inspired delights guaranteed to get a (green) thumbs-up.
Marian McEvoy Pink Puff Ball Bouquet With Jasmine Leaves
The Ark Elements Pompeii Amphora Vase in Seafoam
Royal Copenhagen Flora Danica Bowl
Hermès Oseraie Color Basket
Buccellati Sterling Silver & Murano Glass Fruit Jam Jar
Cartier Tank Louis Cartier Watch
Armani Casa Rovo Gardening Set
Janie Kruse Garnett Racing Green – Bridge Street Pillow Sham
Shop Here: Casa Gusto
This family-owned shop stocks a variety of tableware from Mexico and France, as well as tole flowers and papier-mâché botanical prints handmade at Casa Gusto’s warehouse in Mexico.
Casa Gusto in West Palm Beach, Florida.
Casa Gusto Tole Tall Potted Camellia
Casa Gusto Canasta Wingback Chair
Slam Dunks
From a luxe tennis bag to chic kicks, these sporty pieces will wow even your most athletic friend.
Stage 117 Tall Director’s Chair
Dior Dior Backstage Eyelash Curler
Thom Browne Canvas Knit Cuff Collegiate High Top
D. Porthault Terry Beach Zip Case
Milkbar Bikes Black Licorice 20″
Jo Malone English Pear & Freesia Cologne
Georg Jensen Sky Water Bottle
Tory Sport Performance V-Neck Tennis Dress
Cartier Clash de Cartier Hoop Earrings
Shop Here: Copper Beech
World-famous interior designers Thomas O’Brien and Dan Fink’s store, which specializes in home furnishings and prepared food, also honors its coastal Long Island locale with beachy caps and sweatshirts and cozy hand-loomed blankets.
Copper Beech in Bellport, New York.
Pillivuyt Sancerre Coffee Cup And Saucer
Copper Beech Stainless Steel Lunchbox
Tob-Aero Mortar And Pestle By Thomas O’Brien
GIFTS FOR HIM
Playing It Cool
Unexpected finds for the adventurer who has everything.
The Elder Statesman Hoodie
Echo Park Pottery by Peter Shire Orange Splatter Mug
Mi Cocina The Classic Apron
Louis Vuitton Epi Leather Foosball Table
Shop Here: Flamingo Estate
A passion for growing and harvesting vegetables in his seven-acre Los Angeles garden inspired Richard Christiansen to start selling produce and pantry items, along with hand-poured candles and bath and body products. Flamingo Estate is full of atypical finds for outdoorsy types.
Flamingo Estate in Los Angeles, Calif.
Flamingo Estate Roma Heirloom Tomato Candle
Flamingo Estate Blackberry Vinegar
Flamingo Estate The Regenerative Farm Box
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Beyond the Ordinary
Whether he’s dapper, athletic, or a little bit wild, these updated classics will freshen up any style.
Parvum Opus Obelisk Nº 5
Cartier Tank Chinoise Watch
Larusmiani Humidor “Bodeguita Del Medio”
Taconic Distillery Bourbon Barrel Aged Maple Syrup (Set of 2)
Jack Black Intense Therapy Lip Balm in Natural Mint
Claus Porto Shaving Brush Musgo Real
Charvet Red Leather-Trimmed Woven Belt
Ralph Lauren Home Kipton Mixologist Box
Brunello Cucinelli One-and-a-Half-Breasted Coat
Shop Here: Drake’s
Savile Row menswear line Drake’s—which opened its first permanent U.S. outpost in New York City this past September—is known for its crisp tailored shirts, elegant ties, and sharp pocket squares. Take cues from the British tastemaker if you’re looking for a gift that feels both timeless and of-the-moment.
Drake’s in New York City.
Drake’s Brushed-Wool Sweater
Drake’s Navy Birds of Paradise Print Wool Scarf
Drake’s Clifford Desert Boot in Tobacco Suede
GIFTS FOR KIDS
Play On
Put a smile on your little one’s face with luxe-but-cute toys, accessories, and games.
Steiff Franzi Riding Pony
Hermès Passe-Passe Booties
Brunello Cucinelli Fleecy Knit Down Jacket
Courtney Barton Snakes & Ladders Game Quilt
Ambosstoys Primo Ride On Toy
Copper Beech Penguin Bowling
Tender Leaf Toys Garden Wheelbarrow Set
House & Parties Vintage Murano Fish Bag Balloon Weights
