Article: Luxury Christmas Gifts for the Home: What to Give Everyone on Your List
Luxury Christmas Gifts for the Home: What to Give Everyone on Your List
The best luxury Christmas gift is one that's still out on January 2. Ornaments and holiday décor go back in the box; a crystal decanter, a silver tray or a shagreen frame stays on the table all year. Below is what I'd give each person on your list, what to spend on them, and when to order so it arrives in time.
Jump to: What to spend · Your partner · Her · Him · Your parents · The hosts · The collector · Stocking stuffers · Last-minute · When to order · FAQ
What to spend, by recipient
These are the numbers I'd use for people whose homes you know well. The point isn't the price. It's choosing one real piece over three things that get regifted.
Three rules before you buy
1. Pass the January 2 test. If it only makes sense in December, skip it. Everything below works in March as well as it does on Christmas morning.
2. Start a set, don't finish one. Two crystal glasses are a better gift than six. They get used right away, and next Christmas everyone knows what to add.
3. Check the cabinet first. If they already own a Baccarat or Christofle pattern, one more piece in that pattern beats a new brand. Ask their spouse or kids what's already there.
For your partner
For her
For your mother, sister or best friend: the woman whose house always looks finished.
For him
For your parents
For the hosts
If someone is hosting your family on Christmas Day, give their gift a week early so it's on the table for the day itself. For everything else on what to bring and what to spend, see our luxury hostess gift guide.
For the collector
For the person who already owns Baccarat, Lalique or Christofle. Add to what they have, or give them the piece they'd never buy themselves.
Luxury stocking stuffers around $200
Last-minute gifts that ship same day
These pieces are stocked at our Brooklyn store all year and ship the day you order. Look for "Ships same day" on the picks above, too.
For clients and colleagues
Buying for a boss, a client or a whole team? See our luxury client gift guide for what to spend, how far ahead to order, and how we handle volume orders.
When to order
December is the busiest month for every carrier and every maker, so the earlier you order, the safer. These are our recommended last days to order for delivery by Christmas:
- Pieces shipped from the designer: order by December 16.
- Pieces marked "Ships same day": order by December 20.
These are recommendations, not guarantees. Delays happen in peak season, so if a date matters, order early. Not sure how a piece ships? Ask us before you order and we'll tell you.
Luxury Christmas gift FAQ
What is a good luxury Christmas gift for the home?
Something that stays out after the holidays: crystal barware, a silver tray, a frame or a vase. Skip ornaments and seasonal décor that get packed away in January.
How much should you spend on a luxury Christmas gift?
$500 and up for a spouse or partner, $250 to $500 for a parent, $150 to $300 for a sibling or close friend, and $100 to $200 for a holiday host.
What do you give someone who already has nice things?
One more piece in a pattern they already own, or the start of a new set. Two glasses this year, two more next year.
When should you order Christmas gifts so they arrive in time?
We recommend ordering by December 16 for pieces shipped from the designer, and by December 20 for pieces that ship same day from our store. Earlier is always safer in December.
Is crystal a good Christmas gift?
Yes, if it's something they'll use. A pair of tumblers or flutes gets used all year. A large decorative piece is better for someone who already collects.
What if they already have it?
Every order can be returned within 30 days of delivery, with a free prepaid return label and no restocking fees.
Shopping for a new home instead? See our housewarming gift guide.
