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The Consummate Host

By Colin Cowie

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Model Bella Barbosa wearing a Dolce & Gabbana dress with Graff jewelry. Photo by Michael Setton.

If you’ve had a chance to visit Bal Harbour Shops this month, you’ve likely been enchanted by the sparkling holiday installation illuminating the Central Courtyard. This shining crystal beacon is the handiwork of Colin Cowie, event designer extraordinaire. The Miami Beach-based award-winning designer and author is among a handful of event planners with a household name, thanks to luminary clients like Jennifer Lopez, Oprah Winfrey, Jennifer Aniston, and Tom Cruise. We tapped the indefatigable Cowie to curate our first-ever BHS Living Gift Guide, loaded with accessories and gifts for the home, all available at Bal Harbour Shops.

  1. Diptyque Baies Candle with Gold carousel on top

    Diptyque

    I have always loved the fragrances by Diptyque; my all-time favorite is Baies. During the holidays they produce some gorgeous special editions—and don’t forget to ask for their exquisite gift wrapping.
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  2. Christofle martini shaker and martini glass

    Christofle

    A martini shaker is a must-have gift for any cocktail aficionado. To personalize it for a birthday or wedding gift, have it engraved. If you would like to expand the gift, consider adding a silver tray or a set of martini glasses, and the book “The Martini Field Guide” by Shane Carley.
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  3. Michael Aram silver bunny piggy bank

    Michael Aram

    I love this brand for its chic and practical gifting ideas for the entertainer at all price points. You can find anything from a $100 Bunny coin bank to a full cocktail bar setup, and shagreen serving pieces.
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  4. Buccellati silver bowl shaped as a leaf

    Buccellati

    I have been collecting Buccellati candy dishes for years. They can be used decoratively or practically. For gifting, fill with your favorite candy or chocolate, and gift wrap. This is a great way to start a collection.
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  5. Frette throw blanket with chain print detailing on a couch with pillows

    Frette

    The Chains throw is made from pure virgin wool and comes in three fabulous colors. Even in Miami, I have throws at the bottom of every bed. I have them draped over the arms of sofas and side chairs. There’s nothing more comforting than wrapping yourself in a sumptuous throw.
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  6. Lalique glass tumblers

    Lalique

    For the whisky aficionado, you can’t go wrong with these Wingen tumblers paired with a great bottle of Japanese whisky, from Hibiki (Harmony 100th anniversary) to Yamazaki 18-year-old single malt.
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  7. Assouline wooden “The Impossible Collection of Wine” coffee table book

    Assouline

    We love all the Assouline books. However, for wine enthusiasts, “The Impossible Collection of Wine” stands out. With its fabulous wooden wine case packaging, this is probably on every wine collector’s wish list.
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Because you can’t always be at home to light your favorite scented candle, Diptyque also offers a perfume collection. Get carried away with the new Les Essences de Diptyque, which are meant to reinterpret the treasures of nature, fluctuating between the realistic and the fantastical. Matches not required.

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Because you can’t always be at home to light your favorite scented candle, Diptyque also offers a perfume collection. Get carried away with the new Les Essences de Diptyque, which are meant to reinterpret the treasures of nature, fluctuating between the realistic and the fantastical. Matches not required.

The latest It bag from Stella McCartney is a giant hit. The Ryder weekend bag is nearly 24 inches long and handcrafted by artisans in Italy from cruelty-free alternatives to animal leather using recycled and grape-based material innovations. Find it—as well as the British designer’s other must-have bags here, at Stella McCartney at Bal Harbour Shops.

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The latest It bag from Stella McCartney is a giant hit. The Ryder weekend bag is nearly 24 inches long and handcrafted by artisans in Italy from cruelty-free alternatives to animal leather using recycled and grape-based material innovations. Find it—as well as the British designer’s other must-have bags here, at Stella McCartney at Bal Harbour Shops.

When it comes to Johanna Ortiz, we’re happy to shell out. The Colombian designer has dazzled us yet again with this leather top embellished with embroidered seashells. Match it with one of her artisan-crafted straw bags for a look that is shore to please.

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When it comes to Johanna Ortiz, we’re happy to shell out. The Colombian designer has dazzled us yet again with this leather top embellished with embroidered seashells. Match it with one of her artisan-crafted straw bags for a look that is shore to please.
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