Seven strands of Akoya pearls meet at a 6.45-carat pear-shaped aquamarine that refracts their shimmering beauty.

$141,000

The Roman brand’s new Tubogas pieces don’t have a serpent in sight: Instead they highlight the line’s flexible geometric design. Here, turquoise inserts and pavé diamonds flank a 6.90-carat tanzanite.

$86,000

This timeless design is crafted from yellow gold and platinum, and each fringe is tipped with a Montana sapphire.

$120,000

The maison’s enduring panther motif gets an abstract treatment in this necklace, with a head of diamonds and onyx and a body crafted from gemstone fringe.

Price on request

Ombré chandelier earrings feature light and dark blue sapphires, diamonds and brilliant turquoise Paraíba tourmalines in a geometric titanium setting.

Price on request

Although Boucheron first posed its alluring “question” in 1879, it’s as avant-garde now as it was then. Today’s version boasts a 12-carat pear-shaped sapphire and 236 round white diamonds that curl around the neck.

$509,000

A fresh take on a traditional toi et moi ring (“you and me” in French) pairs a 7.56-carat royal blue sapphire with a 4.66-carat light blue sapphire.

$47,900

Using the 1968 Alhambra line’s signature shape—clovers, here in blue agate—this watch looks like a bracelet, but the largest clover discreetly tells the time.

$18,600

Sixteen oval-cut sapphires alternate with princess-cut and round brilliant diamonds, hand-placed at the brand’s atelier in Lucerne, Switzerland.

$15,850

Adding a piece of brilliant blue lapis lazuli turns a classic signet ring into a style statement. This one, in 18-karat yellow gold, has a geometric design that can be worn on any finger.

$3,900

This delicate necklace shows sapphires in a new light, accenting a variety of shades among diamonds in a confetti-inspired pattern.

$26,700

Italian jeweler Roberto Coin translates the ornate motifs of Venetian palazzi into wearable art. The 32mm 18k rose-gold pendant has an open floral design set with pavé diamonds.

$6,790

Crafted to evoke Christmas festivities at 18th century Versailles, this rose- and amber-scented candle comes in a vessel coated on the inside with 24-karat gold leaf.

$150

Italian architect Piero Lissoni collaborated with Salvatori on this decorative limestone bowl with muted pastel hues.

$435

Every year for three decades, Lalique has created a crystal bottle for its beloved fragrance, with rose, jasmine, iris and blackcurrant notes. This year’s violet version is limited to 500 numbered pieces.

$1,800

These recycled glass bottles are refillable and made to last. Un Jardin à Cythère, the shower gel, combines grass, olive wood and fresh pistachio, and the Eau de Rhubarbe Écarlate moisturizing body lotion has notes of fresh garden vegetables and musk.

Shower gel $83, body lotion $90

Part of a brand-new collection from the Swiss skin-care powerhouse, this concentrated cream leverages the latest in longevity science for improved skin texture and firmness.

$1,950

The titanium floating plate technology in this travel-friendly device makes straight hair, curls and waves easy. A limited-edition model, covered in a golden floral print, comes with a thermal protection spray, too.

$405

With Ries’ patented airless pump, these five TSA-compliant bottles (three 3.4 oz and two 1.7 oz) are a jaunty green upgrade for taking lotions and potions on the road.

$70

Skin-care fanatics will love the potent ingredients here, including the company’s patented peptide-rich plasma, which improves skin elasticity and reduces inflammation.

$325

Luxury body cleansers are terrific stocking stuffers that bring some joy into the day to day. This soap-free body serum bar creates an ultra-rich lather.

$18

This cheery handheld mirror adds a pop of personality to any bathroom. Hang it from the wall with a contrasting-colored hook.

$35

Bold, beautiful and hand-woven in Leicestershire, England: Soane’s comfier take on its scallop-edged rattan icon. Customize it with a wide combination of cane finishes and textiles.

From $9,750

Straight from two tradition-honoring Stumptown brands, a wool-cotton blanket whose modern, abstract design brings to mind earthy and bright fireside tones.

$349

As the name suggests, the Everything eye patches do it all. They hydrate the under-eye area while minimizing dark circles, fine lines and puffiness.

$125

Leica’s powerful 4K laser projector made portable, enjoyable indoors or outdoors. AirPlay to it, or rely on its own built-in streaming apps. It can also work with smart home features and recognizes voice control.

$3,795 plus $495 for floor stand

A new fragrance diffuser with a hand-painted gold edge showcases whatever their personal scent may be.

$195

A richly aromatic set for all your waking hours, with a daytime candle featuring rose, jasmine and vanilla notes and an evening candle with romantic incense and Moroccan cedar.

$58 each

Breguet’s redesigned pilot’s watch comes in rose gold, with three subdials of different sizes, a bidirectional ceramic bezel and a flyback chronograph.

$37,900

The new Cut line from the French house plays with contrasting materials and finishes. Here, rose gold offsets brushed steel.

$15,550

Truly glamorous for a dive watch, the Rolex Deepsea in 44-millimeter yellow gold is waterproof to 3,900 meters (12,800 feet) and has a helium escape valve. Warning: It’s heavy!

$54,200

Thanks to a clever innovation within its gears, this platinum watch keeps the date precisely for more than 400 years without adjustment. Its moon phase is accurate for 45 million years.

$164,000

New independent American watch brand Papar made a splash with its GMT in November. It sports a cutout sector dial and displays the second time zone with a red triangle underneath.

$750

The Overseas collection means business (travel) with a trendy green dial. The pink-gold watch tracks two time zones: A third hand, tipped by a red arrow, indicates home time; a day-night indicator appears at 9 o’clock.

$75,500

This self-winding Brutalist tribute to a 1960s timepiece was a sensation this year. Its sharp lines, asymmetrical brushed gold case and blue dial look even better on the wrist than in pictures.

$47,200

The Swiss watchmaker breathed new life into its Ellipse collection this year, with a beautifully supple bracelet and a sunburst black dial.

$60,100

This type of watch is known as a disco volante ("flying saucer" in Italian) for its round, fat bezels and lack of a protruding crown. Even at 38mm, its shape and color are distinctive enough to shout for attention.

2,500 Swiss francs ($2,823)

A perpetual calendar in the classic 45mm Radiomir case. The GMT hand is largely decorative, but the three-day power reserve means it doesn’t need to be worn all the time to keep the complication on track.

$46,500

Fortnite’s popular Peely skin comes to life in this 40mm watch made by a blend of ceramic and resin derived from castor plants. Get it for the gamer in your life or someone who just wants a daily pop of cheer.

$119

The domed crystal and curved bezel on this 42mm regatta-inspired chronograph combine with its bold black, blue and white colors to create a useful and arresting piece of timekeeping excellence.

$7,950

These porcelain coffee cups, with a 1950s-inspired pattern and pastel hues, would be at home in a chic Italian hotel.

$300 for two cups,
$140 for two saucers

With the touch of a screen, the professional-grade Oracle Jet makes espresso-based drinks, cold brew and cold espresso in mere minutes.

$2,000

Like a high-class Crunch bar, sourdough breadcrumbs and sea salt combine in a small-batch, single-origin dark chocolate from Suffolk, England’s acclaimed bakery and chocolatier.

$10

Trompe l’oeil candies will tickle the martini lover in your life. They look like olives but are actually delicious chocolate-covered almonds.

$15

Coffee snobs will love this new Brazilian blend from the haute bakery brand. Its 100% Arabica beans, shown here in decaf, are packaged in charming tins for freshness.

$32

Unconventional fish eggs are the best way to add panache to a holiday table. This variety is hand-smoked using bourbon barrel wood, giving the roe an even richer flavor with more umami.

From $20

Teeny ’tinis may be right on trend, but luxury glassmaker Fferrone has crafted something timeless. Hand-blown and dishwasher-safe, each of the 3-ounce glasses in the set has a unique stem design.

$540 for four

Legendary chef Daniel Humm turned the fine-dining world upside down by transforming the three-Michelin-starred Eleven Madison Park into a plant-based restaurant. This three-volume collection explores his journey, with recipes, photos and drawings.

$275

Now here’s a party: alcoholic jellies that are a jiggly visual delight. The bite-size cubes of cocktail favorites—including a holiday cosmo, Midori sour, French 75, lychee martini and a spritz—can be shipped right to your door.

$60 for a five-flavor sampler

This almost too cute Italian-designed bottle is sold by MoMA and will hold 30.4 ounces of their favorite drink.

$85

Colorful, hand-cut double old-fashioned glasses will add a pop of class to any home bar.

$150 for four

Hotel designer Kemp is known for eccentric, color-saturated, pattern-happy vibes. These napkin rings, handwoven by Elizabeth Ashdown, bring a small-but-mighty dash of whimsy to the dining table.

$85 for two

Celebrated enologist James Darsonville spent two decades in pursuit of the ultimate fizz glass, and this is it. His big innovation is the small, sandblasted area at the bottom of the bowl, which acts as a launch pad for a continuous stream of refined bubbles.

$399 for six

Each of these whimsical plates is handmade in Italy and covered with colorful splashes, so no two are alike.

$60

Familiar to clientele with a laundress on staff, Florence’s Caponi is one of the last great European embroidery houses. This tablecloth with 12 matching napkins is inspired by the work of contemporary artist Federica Perazzoli.

€6,500 ($6,869)

These brightly colored white-chocolate chardons (truffles) are an ideal holiday hostess gift. Each contains a different liqueur filling, including Armagnac, Grand Marnier and fruit flavors.

$54 for 15

A gold-plated egg cutter in the shape of a chicken? Maison Empereur in Marseille, the oldest and inarguably best hardware store in France, is not playing around.

€28 ($30)

Any cook will be in good hands with the quirky homeware designer’s whimsical bistro-style apron, crafted from a traditional Egyptian olive-and-white-striped opaline textile.

$158

A California take on the Italian classic: Minerally Paso Robles chardonnay is enlivened with artichoke, cardamom and yuzu juice for an effervescent, lower-ABV pour that pairs well with fresh fish, pasta, vegetables and delicious, creamy cheeses.

$44 (750ml bottle)

This improbably light, hand-blown crystal vase from renowned Viennese glassmaker Lobmeyr is bright and vivid enough to stand out as a design piece, but subtle enough that it won’t overshadow whatever flowers it’s meant to display.

$331

This additive-free reposado tequila rests for eight months in American oak barrels before it’s filtered to remove the color.

$120

One of the oldest Champagne houses, Krug produced its first rosé only in 1976. Its 28th edition, created in 2016, has notes of raspberry, cherry and pastry.

$425

Leave it to superstar Beyoncé to upend the most classic of American spirits with her new venture: SirDavis. The rye whiskey is finished in Pedro Ximénez sherry casks.

$89

Botanical artist Azuma Makoto designed the bottle artwork for this Scotch. It was aged for 23 years under the eye of head distiller Bill Lumsden in ex-bourbon and chardonnay casks, which gives it a floral earthiness.

$1,350

This liqueur from award-winning bartender Alex Kratena takes any cocktail up a notch, melding bright patchouli with the earthy woodiness of vetiver grass. Try it with grapefruit soda.

$40

This special non-age-statement single malt celebrates the Speyside distiller’s bicentennial. A blend of 14 different cask types yields a rich, creamy sipper with fruitcake, dark chocolate-covered orange peel and candied ginger tones. The striking doughnut-shaped bottle turns the liquid into art.

$1,400

A major flex for Japanese whisky connoisseurs, this soft, subtle blend—Hibiki’s oldest yet—was aged in Mizunara and Spanish oak barrels.

$35,000

As famed avant-garde restaurant Noma evolves to a pop-up model, its unrestrained nature lives on full-time at Empirical, an uncategorizable booze company founded by kitchen alums. Its latest—Cilantro—is fresh and herbal, made for sipping or a mean margarita.

$35

A trio of limited-edition bottles of the stellar 2015 vintage features designs by Basquiat on all three boxes, which combine to create a single artwork.

$305

For cross-drinkers who can’t decide between wine or a crisp and citrusy, gently floral G&T, siblings Alex and actor Emma Watson worked with their Chablis winemaker dad to incorporate grand cru grapes and botanicals from the region.

$65

Nicknamed "Baby Grange," this bold, lush-textured cabernet-shiraz blend is reminiscent of Penfolds’ iconic, superexpensive Grange, Australia’s most collectible wine. The limited-edition holiday box symbolizes eternity and prosperity.

$80

The single malt equivalent of a Cognac: Instead of blending brandies from various estates, a single-family distillery created a light, approachable sip for whiskey lovers, brimming with honey and toasty brioche. Bottle engraving is free.

$110

In shimmering silver leather with a removable cross-body strap, this petite bag holds the evening’s bare essentials.

$1,100

This modern interpretation of the maison’s archival Croissant bag has a geometric design that fits snugly against the body. An external zipper keeps keys, cards and lip balm close at hand.

$3,000

Featuring the brand’s trademark intrecciato weaving in gold, this little clutch has a magnetic flap and a removable chain. Its smushy body allows it to accommodate more than meets the eye.

$4,200 for small version

This luxurious, cozy take on the simple small bucket bag is made with dyed virgin alpaca, wool and fine merino, and can be carried by hand or across the body.

$3,900

A glittering shooting star and crystal embellishments light up the ice blue Taurillon leather. There’s also a detachable shoulder strap and a, well, cool zipper top with a closing flap.

$4,500

Just big enough for a phone and essential sundries, this GG Supreme canvas bag makes a big statement in Rosso Ancora red. A zip top and shoulder handle add convenience.

$1,650

Khaite is both the ultimate in quiet luxury and the favorite brand of cool New Yorkers. Crafted in shiny silver eel leather for a relaxed silhouette, this bag closes with a top zipper and has an integrated handle.

$2,400

One of Fendi’s most recognizable silhouettes combined with Selleria hand-stitching, a house hallmark, makes for double the holiday impact.

$4,700

Here, a boxy shape offers an ideal canvas for artistic expression: This Lady glitters with gold Astral Snake sequins and jangly D-I-O-R charms.

$8,700

The iconic flap bag gets drenched in gold sequins, with a matching gold chain and double C-lock hardware.

$7,200

Choose an initial to be embroidered on this animal motif pouch, and add a strap to upgrade it to a personalized clutch. Sales benefit top conservation organizations, including Kenya’s elephant-centric Sheldrick Wildlife Trust.

$48

The structured hobo shape and 3D matelassé leather turned the Wander bag into an instant classic. This shimmering golden model has a removable shoulder strap and also comes in a mini version.

$2,750

Clase Azul’s newest mezcal is crafted from green agave (salmiana) from Central Mexico and arrives in a fab red bottle. The liquid is smooth, with flavors of caramel and chile.

$410

One of Chanel’s premier timepieces is reimagined here as a long necklace with integrated, on-trend-again wired headphones. It’s surely the most stylish way to listen to music—and will definitely turn heads.

$14,700

American artist Stephen Burks designed this frame using colorful natural stone remnants.

$1,120

More a sculpture than a watch, the latest result of the ongoing collaboration between the Swiss horologer and the Japanese artist places a tourbillon in the center of colorful gemstone-set flower petals.


$374,000

It’s quirky, exuberant and filled with delightful details. In other words: 1,000 pieces and many hours of family fun.

$32

At only 7.5 inches high, this adorable, mushroom-shaped lamp is ideal for a child’s bedside table. Available at the MoMA Design Store, it’s made from recycled plastic and is 3D-printed in Brooklyn, New York.

$99

An already distinctive bag gets the deep-sea treatment with this playful whale design on supple napa leather.

$3,750

No need to wipe up this espresso martini: The cheeky piece of decor is perfect for cocktail enthusiasts with a sense of humor.

$58

Uniquely sophisticated, these warm scalloped muffs are made by an independent brand established in Ukraine in 2006.

€150 ($158)

Even so-so cake somehow tastes better off a stand. And when it’s on one by famed Italian glassmaker Lunardon? Seconds, please!

$675

Powerful enough to perfume a small enclosed space and thin enough to fit between clothes in a drawer—but we like to hide these fragrance-infused medallions under our car seats for maximum effect.

$150

This 7-foot-10-inch midlength board is part of a limited-edition collaboration between Porsche Design and Almond Surfboards, and can be made in four colors with choice of number logo.

$4,500

House shoes that are already beloved for being incredibly comfortable now come with adorable embroidered motifs.

$70

Inspired by Wright’s Beth Sholom Synagogue, this 12-inch menorah is made of stainless steel and benefits the Frank Lloyd Wright Foundation.

$420

This heavy antique brass camel hoof not only looks good, it does good: All profits are donated to the Wild Camel Protection Foundation.

£1,250 ($1,588)

Once anyone tries this innovative shade system, they never go back to beach umbrellas again. Inspire dreams of summer with this easy-to-use sun solution.

$150