Home fragrance has gone haute with the launch of Nest Fragrances, a collection of 12 uniquely scented candles by Laura Slatkin. Known for her custom collections for private label clients, Slatkin has worked for years with the top arbiters of style including, Ralph Lauren, Christian Dior and Tory Burch. With…
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Lighting a few candles can create instant ambiance at your next party. But, while you cast a warm glow over your guests, the paraffin that is burning may be emitting toxins into the air. 3R Living, an eco-minded lifestyle store based in Brooklyn, sells a collection of stylish home accessories…
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Looking for an unconventional gift for a chocolate lover? The latest creation by Katrina Markoff, founder of Vosges Haut-Chocolat, combines the unlikely flavors of applewood smoked bacon and milk chocolate in an even more unexpected form – a flying pig. Originally created as a wedding favor for her friend’s nuptials,…
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Spending a weekend at someone’s beach house? Be the guest that is always welcomed back by bringing a set of monogrammed coasters for your gracious host. Known for their crisp patterns and vibrant colors, IOMOI’s glass coasters can dress up any table. They are the perfect place for a minty…
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Mingle at the party but keep your wine glass from getting lost in the mix with these clever stem markers from Modern Twist. Made from non-toxic silicon, Vinotagz come in solid colors or decorative geometric or botanical silk-screened patterns. You can further personalize your marker by writing your name on…
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Thou shall not covet thy neighbor’s garden. For most city dwellers, even a window box can sometimes be a luxury. But, those craving a little bit of green can now grow fresh herbs inside their apartment any time of year with Garden in a Bag. The ingenious product is simple…
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At first glance, this earthenware apple by Tatsuya Okazaki ($55) resembles a charming tabletop accessory. But, take off the top and it becomes a sugar pot with a wooden spoon which cleverly rests inside as the apple’s core. For more original gift ideas, visit Destination: Japan, a collection of lifestyle…
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Something wonderful has just bloomed in the West Village. Founded by Sarah Tallman, a former beauty executive who developed fragrance, makeup and skincare products for Estée Lauder, Prada and Ralph Lauren, Grove New York is a new lifestyle boutique with an eclectic selection of home décor accessories, signature fragrance products…
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See that giant heap of presents? Children’s birthdays can be a time of eco-unfriendly excess but it is possible to keep them green. Here are a few ideas for gifts that are cool for the kiddos and gentle on our planet. FOR THE CREATIVE KID: Natural Finger Paint for Kids…
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Your favorite couple is getting married. As you scroll through their wedding registry filled with the requisite china, silverware and perhaps even a blender, you wonder if any of these gifts are meaningful enough. If tradition dictates that you give something for the home, why not something for its walls?…
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Grandma’s banana bread recipe may be a treasured family secret but it doesn’t have to live on a tattered index card in a tin box. Tastebook is a newly launched site that allows you to upload and organize your favorite recipes to create a personal hardcover cookbook. Either include your…
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Venezuela native Marianella Febres-Cordero grew up with her sisters making soap in her mother’s kitchen. Now, the entrepreneur has come stateside to launch Jaboneria Marianella, an exquisite line of handcrafted, scented soap that pays tribute to some of her most cherished childhood memories. Aranciata, a vibrant blend of orange, teakwood…
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