There’s no better way to share the joy of the season than by spending quality time with your loved ones. A close second is giving that perfect gift that shows how much they mean to you. For the design savvy on your list—a decidedly challenging person to shop for anytime of year—we’ve compiled a selection of gifts, all of which are found right here in St. Louis.
Large bulbs yield creamy white fragrant blooms thanks to the Tabletop Paperwhite Garden. Choose from a large or medium-size concrete planter or birch bowl. Urban Buds, starting at $65.
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The UPC Red Tartan Plaid Fleece Lined Dog Coat will keep your pooch warm and stylish. Velcro closures around the neck and tummy make the coat easy to put on and take off. Machine washable. Lola & Penelope’s, $56.99 to $59.99.
Brighten up your tablescape with a punchy combination of yellow, pink, and blue tones inspired by the Indian city of Udaipur. The hand blocked, printed linen Kesya Tablecloth is made entirely by hand. Soil to Studio, Holliday, $140.
Whether you’re on the trail or on pickup duty at your child’s school, this pullover with hoodie combines lambswool and nylon slub to yield warmth and lightness in a traditional Irish Donegal tweed style. Amundsen w Heroes Hoodie. Field Theory, $199.
Measuring 11 by 14, this print by artist Ed Clark will look just right in any room of the house. Its soothing, layered colors reveal the artist’s appreciation for the coastal light of the Bahia region of Brazil. Print Clark Untitled (Bahia Series). Saint Louis Art Museum Shop, $34.
Practice being good to the earth when you entertain at home. With its colorful bloom print, the Jardin Yellow Melamine Plate makes it easy to say goodbye to paper products–for good. BPA-free and machine washable. Rusted Chandelier, $8.50 each.
Order your favorite popcorn flavors before they’re gone. The Large Popcorn Tin gives gift-givers the option to select up to three flavors, such as cheddar, caramel, and cookies and cream. Kirkwood Pop Co., $40.
Bake everything from stews to soups in the Italian Bakers Gray Square Covered Casserole Dish. Handcrafted in Umbria, it’s dishwasher, microwave, and oven-safe up to 400 degrees. Plus, it elegant design can go from oven to table. Christopher’s, $75.
Nothing says “country” more than a kickin’ pair of boots. Pick up this vintage pair in white leather, marked a size 5, to wear to your next party or rodeo. Assassin Vintage, $75.
Designer Shayba Muhammad crafts artisanal brass jewelry inspired by nature and architecture. The Salsaal Ring Necklace works as an everyday–or special occasion–piece that gives the appearance of an unearthed ancient treasure. Mahnal, $112.
Do you love a sweet tooth? Consider giving them chocolate this holiday. The Truffle Gift Box from Kakao Chocolate includes 16 hand-dipped, all-natural truffles in a custom box. Kakao Chocolate, $34.
The Zodiac candle collection makes it easy to choose the perfect candle for every personality on your list. Unique scents are formulated to match each sign and are topped with stones and crystals. Golden Gems, $40.
How to Live with Objects, A Guide to More Meaningful Interiors, written by the editors of Sight Unseen Monica Khemsurov and Jill Singer, inspires readers to follow their instincts and connect with the objects that they buy and bring home. What makes an object worth having? How do our objects impact our lives? Khemsurov and Singer—who is originally from St. Louis—explore these questions and more in their beautiful new book. $60.
Handmade in Aravali, India, this bathrobe is made of a soft cotton featuring a light blue paisley design on a white background. A portion of the proceeds from every purchase helps provide employment, educational opportunities, and medical care to artisans living in India. Zee Bee Market, $69.99.
Made with freshly blended whole flowers and herbal tea, the Flowery Gift Set from Big Heart Tea includes a trio of tea, including the flavors Cup of Love, Royal Treatment, and Blushing. Each tea is wrapped in plant-based packaging and made from organic ingredients. Big Heart Tea, $30.
Show off your knowledge of St. Louis with the St. Louis Neighborhood Map. This hand-pulled screen artwork, printed on heavyweight paper, details every neighborhood within city limits. Cozy Shop STL, $40.
Give your living space a pop of color with the Wandering Throw from Wandering Folk. Available in blush and pink sands, the 100 percent recycled cotton throw doubles as home decor and picnic blanket. Blush Boutique, $129.
One-pot dinner recipes are every parents’ answer to weekday meal prep. Thanks to food writer Melissa Clark who has devoted an entire cookbook–Dinner in One, Exceptional & Easy One-Pan Meals–to the topic. The Novel Neighbor, $29.99.
Are you constantly on the go and looking for shoes to style with every look? Check out the Reba Sneakers, inspired by classic basketball shoes and available in multiple color combinations. There She Goes, $94.90.
Inspired by Midcentury art and home decor, the Zodiac Wheel wall hanging is handmade in Green Earth Art Company’s Benton Park studio. Salt rock lamps, made in Pakistan, are known to bring bliss and happiness—ideal for the new year. Green Earth Art in The Grove, $35 and $30, respectively.
