32 Gifts for Parents Who Have Everything
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For parents who have everything, it’s a challenge to find a good gift each holiday. Mom and dad are at the top of our shopping lists, but we don’t want to just add to their clutter. No fear — our unique gift guide for parents is here to save you from the drudgery of wrapping up another holiday sweater. From hammocks to chess sets, teapots, telescopes, and more, you’re sure to find the best gift ideas to impress even the most impossible-to-shop-for parents, grandparents, or in-laws in your life.
Lovely Box for Trinkets
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Give them a place to stash their precious trinkets, jewelry, or mementos with this exquisite nature-inspired pear wood box, hand-carved with acorns and oak leaves. Gift on its own, or place something special inside.
Rustic Woodland Basket
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Handwoven from home-grown willow, this rustic basket by Irish basket-maker Joe Hogan was inspired by the poetry of John O’Donoghue. Topped with a gnarled handle, it will warm any space with woodland charm.
Artful Alabaster Plate
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This ornamental platter from Italian artist Gloria Giannelli showcases a unique amber shade of translucent alabaster and a dainty hand-drawn rim — sure to become a showpiece of their dining room or mantel.
Gorgeous Bronze Incense Holder
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Honoring the textures and colors of natural wood, this eye-catching cast bronze and wood incense holder can be used with stick or cone incense, turning any spot in the home into a soothing sanctuary.
Minimalist Woven Bowl
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Chamotte porcelain and woven leather combine in this low profile bowl, handmade in France. The organic texture lends a Japandi touch, blending seamlessly into contemporary Scandinavian or Asian inspired interiors.
Captivating Wall Hanging
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Bring colorful character to their walls and support global artisans with this stunning raw cotton wall hanging, made with ancient textile techniques by a women’s collective in Mexico.
Classical Grecian Urn
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Mom and dad will be proud to grace their mantel or display shelf with this Greek urn made by a husband-and-wife pottery duo. A pattern of carved, individually painted leaves adds a touch of nature to the classical shape.
Origami-like Porcelain Centerpiece
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Evoking the traditional Japanese art of Origami, white Arita porcelain acts as paper in this fluted centerpiece. The airy shape with its crisp yet delicate folds will complement table settings from modern to traditional.
Guilloche Fountain Pen
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Take dad’s cheque-signing or mom’s card-writing from chore to indulgence with a pen that’s a pleasure to put to paper. This sleek fountain number features a guilloche pattern etched in the resin barrel, with no two handcrafted pieces the same.
Nautical Brass Bookends
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Show off their favorite reads with these beautifully detailed, polished brass bookends in a Nautilus shell shape. They make for a tasteful nautical-themed addition to a home study, library, or sitting room.
Wood and Leather Wireless Charger
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Your hardworking loved ones will appreciate this desktop must-have. Crafted from rich claro walnut and oil-tanned leather, the wireless charger plays triple-duty as a phone stand and organizer.
Simple Wooden Eyeglass Holder
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Have a parent who is constantly misplacing their eyewear? No more. This sleek wooden “Glass Tree” doubles as decor while keeping their favorite pair handily hung up.
Creative Incense Burner
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Give the gift of calm with this beautifully creative incense burner, shaped like a translucent mountain range clouded by wisps of smoke. It comes with twenty-four incense sticks in pure earthy sandalwood.
Wooden Comb Massager
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There’s much more to this simple comb than meets the eye. Handmade by a Taiwanese artisan from carefully chosen wood, it delivers the benefits of traditional Chinese acupressure in a soothing and rejuvenating scalp massage.
A Bathroom Accessory to Smile About
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The stylish bathroom must-have they didn’t know they needed, this futuristic toothbrush cover gives their counters a high-tech edge while keeping bristles germ and dust-free.
Through the Looking Glass
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A desk accessory equal parts aesthetic and practical, this brass magnifying glass from Hermès Équilibre collection balances on a fauve leather base. The mathematical precision of its design creates perfect proportions to please the eye and mind.
Eyes on Style
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Who said reading glasses have to be boring? These edgy handheld spectacles give off a steampunk vibe with their round frame, linear nose bridge, and gunmetal chain.
Tea for Two
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Invite them to take their tea time to a new level with this traditional teapot, made from special Zhu clay to retain the beverage’s rich flavor and aroma (Bonus: it already comes in a gift box).
Brush Up Your Home Spa
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They will love this touch of spa-style pampering in the shower. The traditional tawashi body brush is handcrafted from windmill palm fibers to gently scrub, exfoliate, and massage the skin for relaxation and rejuvenation.
Next-Level Chessboard
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Artisans in Volterra, Italy make this stunning white and agate alabaster chessboard, a statement piece in any setting to elevate their decor as much as their game.
Luxe Hammock
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The perfect spot for dad’s nap or mom’s reading? This gorgeous artisan hammock, hand knotted in the traditional Paraguayan style, turns their backyard into a relaxing paradise.
Elegant Chess Table
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This multifunctional mid-century modern table goes from cocktails to game night with a detachable chessboard insert. Made from roasted maple and held with rare earth magnets, it also comes with a storage drawer for game pieces.
Stargaze in Style
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You might not be able to give them the moon and stars, but this brass beauty is a pretty close second. The classic vintage-style telescope comes on a mahogany tripod and works for land or sky observation.
Leather Luxe Game Set
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Two simple games get an ultra-luxe upgrade in this William & Son set, featuring handcrafted solitaire and tic-tac-toe in a Grampian navy leather case that packs up perfectly for on-the-road play.
Tortoiseshell Sunglasses
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Sun protection in style — Dad will love slipping on these classy panto shape shades with their bold tortoiseshell frame.
Ultimate Watch Box
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Keep his favorite watches safe in a case that’s no less impressive. Inlaid with varied shades of mahogany and gold in a geometric motif, this polished chest holds up to ten timepieces on a brushed fabric display.
English Scarf
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He will stay warm and cozy all winter long without sacrificing on fashion in this vibrant plaid scarf, woven in England from sumptuously soft fine cashmere.
Handmade Crystal Decanter
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A piece worthy of dad’s finest scotch, this handmade European crystal decanter on an Italian pewter base is certain to become the showpiece of his bar.
Weekend Bag
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Mom will be set for weekend getaways with this chic and spacious travel bag in buttery nappa. Each piece is personalized with a signature of the artisan who made it and a woven stripe in their color, with no two bags the same.
Patchwork Perfection
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Spring or fall, she will adore tossing on this effortless statement piece. The jacket shows off an oversized cocoon shape with patch pockets, and a quilted graphic patchwork motif hand embroidered in India.
Beautiful Bicycle Basket
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This roomy and pretty bicycle basket, handwoven in Ghana from locally-sourced straw, will keep all of mom’s necessities safely tucked away as she cruises on.
Genie of a Bottle
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Whether filled with her favorite perfume, scented water, or simply displayed on a vanity, this exquisitely cut crystal bottle features a fern motif and silver collar.
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