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AmiGo’s Holiday Gift Guide

Holiday season is upon us, and the challenge of buying the perfect present for everyone on your list is almost as difficult as putting together the perfect trip. That’s why we’ve used our fine-tuned curatorial skills to craft a fun, unique gift guide, including 16 of the coolest just-launched products, special pieces from around the world, and a few items from our tastemakers. Happy holidays, and shopping!

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AmiGo’s Holiday Gift Guide

William White Wine Glasses

William Cooper, the former creative director of design studio Ash NYC, has just launched his new lifestyle brand William White, selling an array of beautiful pieces, from furniture and fashion and glassware and home accessories. Craftsmanship is at the heart of every piece, including his wine glasses, which are handblown in Egypt and decorated with eight-pointed stars, which represent balance, harmony and spiritual growth. $390 for a set of 6.

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Casa Rixo Napkins

UK-based clothing brand RIXO, known for its vibrant printed fashions, launched a small but chic home collection on November 11, with a select few pieces that were inspired by artist Henri Matisse. One of our favorite pieces: these terracotta and cream napkins in a blend of linen and cotton. $70 for a set of 2.

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TBCo x Chloe Hayward Scarf

Based in Edinburgh, the B Corp-certified fashion and homeware brand TBCo brand (follow for the founder's top recs in Edinburgh & beyond!) sells products you can feel good about gifting. Each piece is made with natural and recycled materials, and the brand’s goal is to impact the planet positively. It’s hard to pick which product we like best, but you can’t go wrong with one of the four scarves from their new collaboration with London-based style star Chloe Hayward. And we got a little holiday gift for you: use code TBCo10 for 10% off, valid until December 25, 2024 (full T&Cs in the footer). $142.

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La Veste Placemats

Founded by Spanish style stars (and AmiGo tastemakers!) Blanca Miro and Maria de la Orden, whimsical, Barcelona-based brand La Veste has a penchant for bright, vintage-inspired fashion and accessories. Their home collection is no different, and we’re partial to the Amalfi placemats, which add a pop of color to every table (particularly if you mix and match). €32.

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Subscription to Monica Mendal’s Substack

One of our first tastemakers has just launched her own Substack, “So there's this place…”, and we cannot wait to follow along. Born in the States but now based in Paris, Monica Mendal is a fashion editor–turned–travel writer, who has been nearly everywhere (follow her on AmiGo to see what we mean, she has 45 city guides). She has a knack for knowing the best new openings, and great hotels in nearly every destination, so we can’t wait to see what she uncovers in her digital digest. $9/month or $96/year.

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Hercule Studio Yoga Mat

Take your workouts indoors this winter—but stay stylish while doing so—with Hercule Studio’s chic yoga mats. The Paris-based brand, started by former athletes, designs with an “Exercise Beautifully" philosophy, which has resulted in architecturally interesting, graphic mats in vibrant colors. And we’re not the only ones who love them. You can find their products at some of our favorite workout studios in Paris (The New Me Pilates, Burning Bar) and stylish hotels including Nice’s Hôtel du Couvent, Menorca’s Experimental Hotel, London’s The Emory, & more. $215.

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Comme Si Socks

Our favorite cozy socks are perfect for elevating your footwear everyday, and while traveling. Made with organic cotton in Italy, they come in an array of fun colors! $30 for a pair.

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Días by Pia Riverola

Spanish photographer and AmiGo tastemaker Pia Riverola has just released her second book, Días, a look into the past several years of her travels, from Japan to Italy and Spain. Filled with the self-taught photographer’s signature casual, hazy imagery, Días is a transportive gift for anyone who can’t travel for the holidays. $60.

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Nou 1980’s Shot Glasses

Founded by LA-based Alexia Pezounou Ioannou in 2019, Nou has had a cult following for its incredible curation of rare vintage fashions and accessories (think leopard-print Manolo Blahniks, Pucci mini dresses, and more). After an antique sourcing trip to Provence last summer, she was inspired to expand her brand to include homeware. Just launched, her curation of vintage home accessories includes 19th-century candlestick holders from England, hand-painted Dutch vases, and this very cool, mismatched set of colorful shot glasses. $175 for a set of 5.

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Perfumer H. Estelle Candle

One of our favorite shops—Perfumer H—and favorite hotels—England’s Estelle Manor—have come together to produce this candle infused with amber, thyme, cedar, and oak moss. Whether you’ve been to Estelle Manor and want a reminder of the sprawling countryside estate, or simply have it on your wishlist, this candle will make you feel like you’re there. $137, launching soon.

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Prounis Water Glasses

Jewelry brand Prounis just launched its first-ever home collection, including a few stunning glasses and vases made from Waldglas, which is also known as “forest glass” because of its light green color that is achieved through a chemical reaction between sand and ash that occurs during production. Each piece is handmade by artisans in France, and adds an elegant touch to any table. $140.

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Rocky’s Matcha Essential Tea Kit

Stay cozy this winter with matcha from AmiGo tastemaker Rocky Xu (we’re not biased, he makes the best matcha ever). This kit has all the essentials for those looking to make their own matcha at home, and it can also be brought on your travels so you never have to go without a caffeine hit. $80.

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Edie Parker Olives Coaster Set

Known for her statement-making home accessories and home items, Edie Parker has delivered one of our favorite party-ready items with these olive coasters, which are ideal for a boozy cocktail party at home. $296 for a set of 4.

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Ghia Holiday Host Box

While we’ve included some wine and shot glasses in this list, you can also fill up those vessels with a non-alcoholic tipple, and for that, there’s nothing better than Ghia, an apéritif inspired by the Mediterranean and made by AmiGo tastemaker Mélanie Masarin. Try Ghia’s Le Fizz, a refreshing sparkling beverage with notes of orange blossom and strawberry, along with an excellently curated selection of host-worthy products in the Ghia Holiday Host Box. $99, available for pre-order.

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SantoPalato by Sarah Cicolini

The chef behind one of our all-time favorite Rome restaurants, SantoPalato has just released a e-cookbook that will allow you to whip up her incredible Italian dishes at home. Right now it’s only in Italian, so gift it to one of your Italian friends (and invite yourself over for dinner). $16.

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Noseda Bian Boot

This Buenos Aires-based contemporary brand specializes in artisanal leather footwear and accessories, and its timeless designs instantly caught our editor’s eye on her recent trip to Argentina’s capital. Noseda’s pieces offer high-quality, beautifully made styles at an unbeatable price—and they’re comfortable, too! In particular, we’re loving their new Bian boot, which comes in a buttery-smooth, chocolate-brown leather and has a perfectly sized heel for everyday wear. It’s the perfect addition to any shoe closet. $240.

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The TBCo 10% discount is valid on selected collections in the online retail shop excluding sale items, gift cards and design collaborations. Please enter code TBCo10 at checkout. Discount valid 25 December, 2024 at midnight GMT. Not in conjunction with any other offer. All offers are subject to availability. TBCo reserves the right to update or withdraw this offer at any time and without notice.


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