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Gift Closet 101

  • Gift Closet 101
    By Martine BuryMy gift closet is a medium-sized, mirrored cabinet that holds, as my husband teases, a compulsive shopper's dirty secrets. When I spot something perfect for a friend or family member, whatever time of year, I buy and stash it. When I have the opportunity to score cool things like pretty stationary, candles, picture frames, stemless wine glasses and linens on sale, I buy in bulk. The closet is well organized, easy to access, filled with both considered and clutch gifts. Here are my tricks for creating the ultimate gift stash, so you'll never be left empty-handed.
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  • Gift Closet 101
    Remember you are buying gifts for other people. While your personality and taste should be reflected, maintain a nod to classic design like with these Moleskine notebooks. Add dramatic flair by giving multiples in fiery colors.SHOP NOW: Moleskine Ruled Red Notebook, from $12
    http://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/72663_Original.jpg
  • Gift Closet 101
    Presentation trumps cost every time. As I browse, I dream up vignettes that elevate humble items—like a bunch of wooden spoons and stoneware crock—to art when packaged together. SHOP NOW: Canvas Home Olive Wood Utensils, $18
    http://static.glo.com/photos/Original/72664_Original.jpg
  • Gift Closet 101
    When buying luxury home fragrances, go for scents found in nature. Herbal, floral and woodsy aromatics have mass appeal.SHOP NOW: Diptyque Baies Candle, $60
    http://static.glo.com/photos/Original/72665_Original.jpg
  • Gift Closet 101
    It's important to be generous when it comes to special occasions. My two favorite housewarming and engagement gifts are the nicest, fluffiest towels I can afford or a gorgeous pair of drinking glasses. SHOP NOW: Matteo Riviera Bath Towels, $75
    http://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/72666_Original.jpg
  • Gift Closet 101
    Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe famously said, God is in the details. Beautiful handmade items can be small and thoughtful. These leather arrow key chains come in a rainbow of colors and shoot straight to the heart by giving 50 percent of profits to Japan Relief.SHOP NOW: Me & Arrow Key Chain, from $16
    http://static1.glo.com/photos/Original/72667_Original.jpg
  • Gift Closet 101
    It's economical and OK to break up boxed sets. Created by two amazing women, 21 Drops aromatherapy oil roll-ons are clever because you can transform a giftee's flu or insomnia symptoms into calm inspiration.SHOP NOW: 21 Drops 21st-Century Survival Trio, $75
    http://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/72668_Original.jpg
  • Gift Closet 101
    Animal motifs appeal to families, adults and children alike. I always find it amusing when a gift I had originally intended for a child ends up being used by the parents. Great design is ageless. SHOP NOW: Fishscape Fish Bowl by Aruliden, $140; Dwell Studio Foxes Graphic Knit Blanket, $58; West Elm Ceramic Pig Speaker, $49
    http://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/72669_Original.jpg
  • Gift Closet 101
    When possible, stock up on packaging that multitasks: vintage scarves, household items like butcher's and parchment paper, colored masking tape or beautiful boxes such as these.SHOP NOW: CB2 Birch Storage Boxes, $30 for 4
    http://static1.glo.com/photos/Original/72670_Original.jpg
  • Gift Closet 101
    The under-$10 category should pack a style punch. Refrain from gag gifts and opt for colorful, useful items that look high-end. SHOP NOW: Z Gallerie Pill Carafe, $8
    http://static.glo.com/photos/Original/72671_Original.jpg
  • Gift Closet 101
    Pretty stationary and note cards make not only great gifts, but also the perfect canvas for your own expression. SHOP NOW: Schoolhouse Electric Letterpress Stationary by Egg Press, $18
    http://static1.glo.com/photos/Original/72672_Original.jpg
  • Gift Closet 101
    Tried and true but far from tired, wine and flowers are appropriate for many occasions. Keep an eclectic trove of high-quality vases and vessels on hand.SHOP NOW: Jonathan Adler Charade Studded Taper Vase, $88; Schoolhouse Electric Walsh Porcelain Vase, $35
    http://static1.glo.com/photos/Original/72673_Original.jpg
  • Gift Closet 101
    Nonperishable edibles are the perfect gift for a hostess or foodie in your life. Artisanal salts, oils, jams and tea in lovely tins keep well, and are just a sampling of what's available at specialty stores and online. Mind the expiration dates!SHOP NOW: St. Helena Olive Oil Co. Florence Vinaigrette Set, $69
    http://static.glo.com/photos/Original/72674_Original.jpg
  • Gift Closet 101
    Coffee table books about fine art, fashion, travel and photography never fail as presents. The bookstore sale section is a treasure chest. Enjoy the hunt!SHOP NOW: Piranesi by Taschen, $60
    http://static2.glo.com/photos/Original/72675_Original.jpg
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  • Inside My Gift Closet

    1 of 14

    By Martine Bury

    My gift closet is a medium-sized, mirrored cabinet that holds, as my husband teases, a compulsive shopper's dirty secrets. When I spot something perfect for a friend or family member, whatever time of year, I buy and stash it. When I have the opportunity to score cool things like pretty stationary, candles, picture frames, stemless wine glasses and linens on sale, I buy in bulk. The closet is well organized, easy to access, filled with both considered and "clutch" gifts. Here are my tricks for creating the ultimate gift stash, so you'll never be left empty-handed.

  • Walk The Line

    2 of 14

    Remember you are buying gifts for other people. While your personality and taste should be reflected, maintain a nod to classic design like with these Moleskine notebooks. Add dramatic flair by giving multiples in fiery colors.

    SHOP NOW: Moleskine Ruled Red Notebook, from $12

  • Curate While Shopping

    3 of 14

    Presentation trumps cost every time. As I browse, I dream up vignettes that elevate humble items—like a bunch of wooden spoons and stoneware crock—to art when packaged together.

    SHOP NOW: Canvas Home Olive Wood Utensils, $18

  • Scents & Sensibility

    4 of 14

    When buying luxury home fragrances, go for scents found in nature. Herbal, floral and woodsy aromatics have mass appeal.

    SHOP NOW: Diptyque Baies Candle, $60

  • Leap For Luxe

    5 of 14

    It's important to be generous when it comes to special occasions. My two favorite housewarming and engagement gifts are the nicest, fluffiest towels I can afford or a gorgeous pair of drinking glasses.

    SHOP NOW: Matteo Riviera Bath Towels, $75

  • Size Doesn't Matter

    6 of 14

    Designer Ludwig Mies van der Rohe famously said, "God is in the details." Beautiful handmade items can be small and thoughtful. These leather arrow key chains come in a rainbow of colors and shoot straight to the heart by giving 50 percent of profits to Japan Relief.

    SHOP NOW: Me & Arrow Key Chain, from $16

  • Outside The Box

    7 of 14

    It's economical and OK to break up boxed sets. Created by two amazing women, 21 Drops aromatherapy oil roll-ons are clever because you can transform a giftee's flu or insomnia symptoms into calm inspiration.

    SHOP NOW: 21 Drops 21st-Century Survival Trio, $75

  • Explore The Wild

    8 of 14

    Animal motifs appeal to families, adults and children alike. I always find it amusing when a gift I had originally intended for a child ends up being used by the parents. Great design is ageless.

    SHOP NOW: Fishscape Fish Bowl by Aruliden, $140; Dwell Studio Foxes Graphic Knit Blanket, $58; West Elm Ceramic Pig Speaker, $49

  • Skip The Wrapping

    9 of 14

    When possible, stock up on packaging that multitasks: vintage scarves, household items like butcher's and parchment paper, colored masking tape or beautiful boxes such as these.

    SHOP NOW: CB2 Birch Storage Boxes, $30 for 4

  • Cheap & Chic

    10 of 14

    The under-$10 category should pack a style punch. Refrain from gag gifts and opt for colorful, useful items that look high-end.

    SHOP NOW: Z Gallerie Pill Carafe, $8

  • Forget About Greeting Cards

    11 of 14

    Pretty stationary and note cards make not only great gifts, but also the perfect canvas for your own expression.

    SHOP NOW: Schoolhouse Electric Letterpress Stationary by Egg Press, $18

  • Think Ahead

    12 of 14

    Tried and true but far from tired, wine and flowers are appropriate for many occasions. Keep an eclectic trove of high-quality vases and vessels on hand.

    SHOP NOW: Jonathan Adler Charade Studded Taper Vase, $88; Schoolhouse Electric Walsh Porcelain Vase, $35

  • Food For Thought

    13 of 14

    Nonperishable edibles are the perfect gift for a hostess or foodie in your life. Artisanal salts, oils, jams and tea in lovely tins keep well, and are just a sampling of what's available at specialty stores and online. Mind the expiration dates!

    SHOP NOW: St. Helena Olive Oil Co. Florence Vinaigrette Set, $69

  • Look For Books

    14 of 14

    Coffee table books about fine art, fashion, travel and photography never fail as presents. The bookstore sale section is a treasure chest. Enjoy the hunt!

    SHOP NOW: Piranesi by Taschen, $60

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