the holidays are around the corner, so it’s time for holiday gift guides! up first is the host(ess), someone who i pretend to identify with, but really i just like to collect nice things for the parties i plan to have someday. these gifts will guarantee you’ll be invited over asap.

01. a beautiful brass bottle opener to keep on their bar cart or coffee table
02. and because everyone wants a pretty coffee table, i’m in love with these geode coasters
03. a beautiful scented ceramic candle, you can’t go wrong
04. a unique wood chopping or serving board
05. a set of beautiful linen napkins 
06. a water carafe that’s a perfect addition for their guest room
07. bone cheese knives that would make a perfect gift along with some cheese and bread
08. gorgeous drink rocks for gorgeous cocktail making
09. a quirky (+ sexy) planter that’s a perfect conversation piece
10. marble trivets, because who wouldn’t want marble trivets
11. soap so beautiful you wouldn’t want to unwrap it, but it’ll look gorgeous in the bathroom