It's hard to go wrong with a bottle of Sancerre and Floralies, but why not go for something a little less traditional this summer? Here are 10 gifts that are sure to impress your host.
10 Summer Hostess Gift
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Bath and Body Works
Beach Cabana 3-Wick Candle, $9.75 (on sale from $19.50)
One of many summer-themed candles (others include Oceanside, Summer Boardwalk, Ice Cream Shop — all available here), this one mixes notes of sweet jasmine, orange blossom, and musk.
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Paco Rabanne
Lady One Million and One Million, $56-67
It's not for nothing that 1 Million was the world’s best-selling fragrance for men in 2011 (a bottle was sold every 5 seconds). Keep her smelling great (and smelling something great!) with this chic gold duo.
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Summer-Themed Cookbook
The Hamptons: Food, Family, and History, $40
Written by Mrs. Ralph Lauren, Ricky Lauren, The Hamptons: Food, Family, and History was released this summer and combines Lauren's personal memories, family photos, favorite recipes, and entertaining tips.
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Lisa Hoffman
Fragrance Bracelets, $65
The perfect complement to an eau de toilette, each of these bead bracelets come with a refillable silvertone drop charm that you fill with scented beads.
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Nespresso
Pixie, $229
Even the most discerning caffeine addict can't argue with the quality of Nespresso's beans. Now with their Pixie machine you can give your hostess the gift of quick-and-easy mess-free espresso.
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Cartier
Set of Two Trinket Trays, $270
Perfect for storing earrings, keys, and other small items, these two porcelain trays come finished with Cartier's signature panther print.
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Yogitoes
Skidless Towel, $64 and Yoga Mat, $84
Give your hostess the gift of zen relaxation with this undyed mat made of 25% recycled rubber and this super absorbent, hygienic layer (made with 50% recycled polyester), which gets placed on top of the mat to prevent slipping.
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La Florentina
Box of 3 Oval Soaps, $44
Not only will you be giving your hostess three beautiful handmade soaps, but this gift set comes packaged in a collectible box made with paper that dates back to 1911.
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Joya
Orange Blossom & Pale Musk Diffuser, $76
Fill your hostess' abode with the scent of orange flower water, almond oil, woodbine honeysuckle and orchid. The solution is hand-mixed with all-natural ingredients and gets poured into a sleek black vessel.
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Kusmi Tea
The Collection, $95
Kusmi has been around since the 1800s, boasting some of the world's most exquisite teas, The Collection gift box will give your hostess the opportunity to taste test to find her favorites.
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Bath and Body Works
Beach Cabana 3-Wick Candle, $9.75 (on sale from $19.50)
One of many summer-themed candles (others include Oceanside, Summer Boardwalk, Ice Cream Shop — all available here), this one mixes notes of sweet jasmine, orange blossom, and musk.
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Yogitoes
rSkidless Towel, $64 and rNaked Yoga Mat, $84
Give your hostess the gift of zen relaxation with this undyed mat made of 25% recycled rubber and this super absorbent, hygienic layer (made with 50% recycled polyester made from 8 recycled plastic bottles), which gets placed on top of the mat to prevent slipping.
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Bath and Body Works
Beach Cabana 3-Wick Candle, $9.75 (on sale from $19.50)
One of many summer-themed candles (others include Oceanside, Summer Boardwalk, Ice Cream Shop — all available here), this one mixes notes of sweet jasmine, orange blossom, and musk.
