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December 9, 2013

70 Fancy Gifts to Pine for This Holiday Season

By Veronica Misako Gledhill

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The best gifts are a departure from the usual ho-hum useful stuff. Instead, they have a touch of the fantastic: otherworldly splurges that we’d never think to buy for ourselves. As luxury is more a state of mind than a concrete price tag at the Cut, there are items here that ring in at less than $50, but still have that luxurious, dream-come-true feel. Take, for example, the Japanese cast-iron teapot ($31), which goes perfectly with Margiela’s trompe-l’oeil wall print. Or grab the framed swallowtail butterfly ($40) to go with a geode-and-diamond necklace, and pair the silk eye mask ($35) with gold-threaded suede monogrammed slippers for the best night’s sleep ever. However you do luxury, click through the slideshow ahead for dozens of beautiful, luxurious gifts you’ll want to give (or receive) this holiday season.

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Dean Davidson Earrings  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
The Mathemetician by Tom Dixon  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Black Cast Iron Tetsubin Tea Pot  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Proenza Schouler Black/White Cloque Dress  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Maison Martin Margiela Stylo Ostrich Black Feather  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Swans: Legends of The Jet Society  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Symthson Mara CollectionTyhree Drawer Jewellery Box  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Cartier Entrelaces Ring  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Pencil Drawing Hands Fine Art Print  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Lele Sadoughi Milky Way Bracelet  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Thomas Mason Long Tuxedo Shirt  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Kelly Wearstler Brass Legs  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Ray-Ban Clubmaster D-frame Mirrored Aluminum Sunglasses  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Dylanlex Falkor Necklace  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Givenchy Crystal Embellished Slip On Sneaker  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Squier Vintage Modified Precision Bass  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Fornasetti Silenzio 10.5 Oz Candle  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Kimberly McDonald 18-Karat Gold, Geode, and Diamond Necklace  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
ArtByCornelia 40x30 Abstract Painting, Emerald Green, White, Black  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
FUJIFILM Instant Camera Instax Mini  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Enchanted Lotus Diamond Drops 1 Motif Bracelet  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Torynorrhina Flammea, Blue - Blue Flower Beetle  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Dior Eyelash Ring  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Silk Filled Eyemask  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Hanae Long Tray  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Damien Hirst Collaboration Butterfly Circular Scarf  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Riedel Sommelier Black Tie Gran Cru Wine Glass  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Make Mine Malbec Flat  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Freedom of Animals Nana Doubler Tote  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
V3 Card Holder  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
SchoShoes Navy Suede Helene Loafers  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Jennifer Meyer 18-Karat Gold Diamond Letter Necklace  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Muhlbauer Mink Fur Hat  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Sara Coffee Pot  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Jil Sander Double-Breasted Silk-Blend Twill Blazer  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Wyler Raccoon-Fur and Chain Eternity Collar  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Maison Martin Margiela Open Typical Trompe L'oeil Door Print  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Erickson Beamon Crystal Small Hello Sweetie Collar  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Calypso Crystal Tumbler  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Swallowtail Butterfly & Lele Sadoughi Vessel Earrings  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Fleur of England Belle de Nuit Guipure Boudoir Bra, Chantelle Opera Tanga  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Gold Horn Earrings  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Saint Laurent Leopard Print Loafer  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Exhibition A Eye of History  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Caviar20 Vasa Blades Sculptures  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Giorgio Armani Leather Gloves  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Cire Trudon Yazbukey Limited Edition Violet and Leather Scented Candle, Round Match Striker  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Deshoulieres Dhara Peacock Bread and Butter Plate  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Smoke Pillows  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Miu Miu MU 10OS  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Chloe Metal Detailed Slide Sandals  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Pheromone Elegans Prism Framed Artwork  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Rectangular Small David Marble Tray  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Bijoux Heart La Terre D'Or Gold-Plated Swarovski Crystal Clip Earrings  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Eddie Borgo Winged Hinge gold-plated cubic zirconia ring 
Personalized Never Full Leather Tray with Double Happiness 
White Glossy Cyborg Armchair 
Happy Card 
Jawbone MINI JAMBOX 
Makoto Komatsu Crinkle Bag Vase 
Journelle Hepburn PJ Set  Photo: Frank Wang/Frank Wang
Reassurance by Caleb Troy 
Marni Clutch Silver 
Twos Company Blue Coral Sculpture 
Lazy Susan Small Macaw Well Vase  Photo: Photographer:Chris Hlady/Copyright: Chris Hlady
Oscar de la Renta Small Grafton Clutch  Photo: Copyright (c) 1998 Hewlett-Packard Company
Mansur Gavriel Leather Bucket Bag 
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