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Welcome to T List, a newsletter from the editor of T Magazine. This week, we turned it into the second part of the holiday gift guide, which contains suggestions from T staff about the gifts we crave this season and the gifts we want to give to friends and lovers. Read the first edition here, register here, and find us in your inbox every Wednesday. You can contact us at any time via tlist@nytimes.com.
Although the scarf may not be the most unexpected gift you will give this holiday, it is due to the collaboration between the recently founded homeware store and product line Saved NY by Sean McNanney and the artist Lukas Palumbo (also known as Lukas The Illustrator) Probably the most beautiful. Saved NY is known for its sustainable Mongolian cashmere blankets and fashion accessories, while Palumbo is known for finding inspiration in nature and etchings from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries. Seven original hand-woven, hand-woven felt cashmere scarves with a series of vibrant designs will take you back in time: one shows a ship on the high seas, and the other shows a rider experiencing a distant adventure After returning, probably triumphantly.
For me, there is no better winter gift than a bowl of warm pasta — there is no better pasta chef in the United States than Missy Robbins at Lilia and Misi in Brooklyn. This month, she collaborated with New Jersey potter Jono Pandolfi (making tableware for Lilia) to create a clay joint bowl, which has three neutral tones and a deep shape, perfect for filling noodles; for real pasta, you can Choose one of two methods, depending on the culinary abilities of the person you are treating: Robbins and her partner Talia Baiocchi recently published "Pasta: The Greatest Food in Italy Spirit and craftsmanship, accompanied by a recipe "," a comprehensive and exquisite cookbook, perfect for months of hibernation. Or, if you can’t rely on these kitchen skills, just take fresh pasta, sauces and other foods from the chef himself The online retailer Misi Pasta sent them to them, and the retailer shipped them nationwide.
In many cultures, the humble daisy symbolizes rebirth, which is the theme of foresight at the beginning of the new year. For a flower that lasts longer than flowers picked from the field, look at Brooklyn-based jewelry designer Bernard James. His daisy-shaped stud earrings are handmade in 14-carat gold, which will be a fascinating gift for anyone who wants to start again. Or, for a piece of jewelry that smells like flowers, try one of Jodan's aromatic rings from Arita, Japan. The original minimalist ceramic watchband is decorated with square or half-moon-shaped gold leaf, intended to apply essential oils (sold separately), and will emit a fragrance all day long.
A stocking with the theme of beauty and health will definitely make your loved one need a little extra care to make them look and feel their best. For this reason-Gilded Body provides a handmade marble body brush, which is a dry brush that can deal with rough skin in winter. Then there is Bathe's Anointing Oils, which create an immersive aromatherapy experience when massaging the skin before bathing or showering. (Try any of the brand’s four calming scents-palo santo and vetiver; orange blossom and myrrh; lavender and sandalwood; clary sage and citrus-or its Discovery Set, each All include a one-ounce bottle.) For those in need, Crystal Greene, a facial beautician in New York City, provides a gift card for her deep relaxation La Sculpture facial, a rejuvenating treatment that combines massage techniques and makes skin glowing. . Once radiant from head to toe, your recipient will need to add the finishing touch, which may be Byredo's Mad Red lipstick, vibrant raspberry shade, matte finish and sculptural applicator, perfect for any holiday party. Or, for more unexpected trinkets, you can use Officine Universelle Buly 1803's elegant acetate toothbrush with silk bristles, which can be engraved with the initials of the future brusher in the font of your choice.
December is the season of holiday parties, and a good bottle of wine is always a trustworthy Christmas gift. For drinks with backstory, try handmade rice wine from Hana Makgeolli. This Brooklyn-based producer was founded last year by the first-generation Korean American Alice Jun. She started using organic rice and traditional brewing techniques learned from her father to make milky Korean mixtures in her apartment. She and her business partner John Limb also provide gift cards that can be used in the tasting room, where their Makgeolli is served with homemade bar food, including Dubu Kimchi (stir-fried kimchi and steamed tofu) and Bossam (braised pork belly) And cabbage)). If you prefer dark wine, Uncle Nearest Premium Whisky has a variety of whiskies worth choosing. The whiskey was founded by Fawn Weaver in 2017 to pay tribute to the first famous African-American master brewer, Nearest Green. All of the brand's products, including its 1856 premium aged whiskey and 1884 premium small batch whiskey, are distilled, aged and bottled in Tennessee, where Green was born.
Traveling at this time of the year is always stressful, especially now. In order to ease the madness and eliminate any tension before the holiday, I suggest that no matter where you land, you should create a comfortable environment. Start by lighting one or two incense from London perfume brand Vyrao. My favorite is Ember, which has the scent of cistus and cedar, and has vibrant hues of neon orange, bright yellow and magenta. Then put on a pair of the same colorful Knighton slippers of the traditional British brand John Lobb, and walk around your new fragrance. They are made of soft and soft cashmere suede, and come with a zippered suitcase, so you can't do without it when you go out.
Games are always a simple way for family and friends to get together. This year, everyone can find something that suits them. Take, for example, the new Monopoly ISSIMO created in cooperation with an Italian e-commerce retailer, which is a branch of the legendary Pellicano hotel group. Based on Italian road trips, this classic board game update will take players through 20 regions of the country, focusing on iconic locations such as Fiordo di Furore, Stromboli and Burano. If you want to be more contemplative, try Piecework’s new Tall Poppy 500 puzzle. After the puzzle, a fuchsia photo taken by floral designer Doan Ly will be displayed. At the same time, the minimalist national park playing cards of the park project feature illustrations of wastelands, Grand Canyon and other national parks, and deck proceeds will be used to support the protection and preservation of public land. Finally, for the estheticians on your list, Sunnylife's Lucite Chess & Checkers board is an eye-catching two-in-one game set whose transparent chess pieces are themselves miniature sculptures.
When I give jewelry to my friends, what is important to me is that it is more than just a beautiful piece, so I first chose a manufacturer that feels very personal at work. An example is the Florentine designer Marco Panconesi, who drew on the memories of traveling with his family. I especially like his pendant necklace with a layered chain and blue obsidian impregnated with green enamel. The other is Ren, founded by Crystal Ung, whose mission is to commemorate and expand her Asian American heritage through modern jade. If jewelry just thinks the gift is too scary, you can consider one of her vintage trinket trays. It comes from Asia and dates back to the 19th century. It is perfect for holding gadgets you already own.
As the holidays get closer, it's time to start thinking about preparing gifts for your loved ones. This is a good starting point: