When shopping for someone who is hard to impress, there are only a few people in the world we would turn to for failproof shopping advice. At the top of that list is the perpetually chic creative director and founder of Khaite, Catherine Holstein. After all, Holstein’s impeccable sense of style translates through the ready-to-wear pieces in each of her brand’s collections.
And it’s not just our closets Holstein continues to elevate. Most recently, her label branched out into the homeware arena, thanks to a partnership with the time-honored Florentine label Ginori 1735.
Wouldn’t it be nice to have a bit of Khaite magic sprinkled on every area of our lives? Well, that might not be entirely possible (yet), but we can at least call on Holstein to help us get through the gift-giving season. If you’re on the hunt for gifts that are perfectly polished with a delightfully edgy twist, look no further. Ahead, Holstein shares her present recommendations to elevate your holiday shopping list. So read on for all the undeniably cool suggestions.
For the Fashionista
The modern woman who loves fashion will appreciate a gift that elevates everyday occasions in a unique way. She’ll ooze sophisticated ease while walking around in Khaite’s slip-on satin loafer. Carrying all of the essentials will never look cooler than it does with this grommet-embellished tote. And her jewelry collection will be complete with the celebrity-loved Ana Khouri ear cuff.
Khaite Monroe Loafer
Khaite Small Lotus Tote
Ana Khouri Diamond Phillipa Ear Cuff
For the Beauty Lover
For those who won’t accept anything less than the best, Holstein recommends the high-quality ingredients found in the formulas by Macrene Actives. Holstein highlights the brand’s concealer as a must-have, but there are also gift-worthy serums and beloved lip tints.
Macrene Actives High Performance Concealer
Macrene Actives High Performance Face Serum
Macrene Actives Chria High Performance Tinted Lip Filler
For the Ultimate Hostess
Make sure you’re a great guest at any holiday dinners or soirées you attend by bringing a beautiful gift for the host. Holstein recommends giving them something extra special from the Ginori 1735 collaboration she created. Whether it’s a printed plate or the beautiful teapot, they’re sure to be impressed.
Khaite x Ginori 1735 Printed Porcelain Dessert Plate
Khaite x Ginori 1735 Porcelain Blue Teapot
Khaite x Ginori 1735 Printed Porcelain Bread Plate
Khaite x Ginori 1735 Porcelain Tea Cup And Saucer Set
For the Dapper Man
The failsafe gift that Holstein recommends for any man in your life is an expertly crafted, cozy sweater. She suggests spoiling him with one of The Row’s lush knits, which comes in several colors.
The Row Mansell Sweater
The Row Benji Sweater
The Row Gere Polo
Alexis Bennett Parker is the Commerce Content Lead at ELLE.com. In this newly created role, she oversees all shopping-related stories online, from fashion-forward trend pieces to the most coveted beauty buys on the market right now. Alexis has worked in the publishing space for 11 years, and seven of those years have been dedicated to helping shoppers make informed purchases—no buyer’s remorse here! Before joining the team at ELLE.com, she worked in the editorial departments of Vogue, Cosmopolitan, and InStyle, to name a few magazines. Not only has Alexis worked closely with several brands and tested hundreds of products over the course of her career, but she’s also won awards for her work as a shopping journalist. Namely, she was an honoree at the Pynk Magazine Gala in 2023, received the Condé Nast Commerce Content Award for Best Article by a New Hire in 2021, and was included on the Top 40 Under 40 Heir’s List in 2018.