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True Backgammon Board
This backgammon board makes an ideal gift for those in your life who love to throw game nights.
For more information, visit true.ink.

Circa Incense Burner by Common Projects
This elegant incense burner by common projects fills the room with a nice scent and doubles as a decorative design object.
$150 at shop-tetra.com.

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Andy Warhol X WESC Skate Deck
For the skateboarding art enthusiast in your life. It makes a perfect decorative piece for their walls.
$100 at paulkasmingallery.com.

Bookends by Daniel/Emma for Field
We know you have a friend or relative who loves to spend their time with a good book. These bookends will give them a place to keep them.
$180 at thefutureperfect.com.

Eames Chair Coasters
What design lover wouldn’t love a set of coasters depicting chairs by the king and queen of midcentury modern?
$25 at momadesignstore.org.

Ori Salt & Pepper Mills by Anderssen & Voll
These salt and pepper mills give any kitchen a pop of cheerful color.
For more information, visit hayminimarket.com.

Q&Q Smile Solar MiniSeries Watch
This watch is well-designed in and out; not only does it brighten up any look, it’s also solo powered.
$40 at smile-qq.com.

Jonathan Adler Muse Blanc Ceramic Candle
This candle makes a great hostess gift for your next dinner party host.
$78 at jonathanadler.com.

Rosenthal Vase
This vase will add a splash of style to any home.
$98 at yoox.com.

Dyson Fan Heater
Because everyone we know wants a Dyson bladeless fan.
$337.49 at dyson.com.

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Ann Binlot
Ann Binlot
Former Digital Trends Contributor
Ann Binlot is a New York-based freelance writer who contributes to publications like The Economist, Wallpaper*, Monocle…
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