Bringing Up Shopping
These days, it seems like I am either at a baby shower—or shopping for the next one. It’s the perfect opportunity to pamper your friends with creative, thoughtful gifts. Here are my 10 favorite presents.
1
Photographer Alexi Lumbomirksi recently published a great book about manners in this modern age that all young boys (and their parents) could certainly use as a refresher course.
“Notes for a Young Prince” by HSH Prince Alexi Lubomirski, $12, amazon.com.
2
These onesies are all so soft, I wish they came in an adult size.
Baby cotton pajamas, $38, babycottons.com.
3
I am a sucker for anything smocked—especially for baby.
Bonpoint x Christine Innamorato dress, $240, bonpoint.com.
4
I love giving plush toys for baby showers—they make great decorative gifts and are fun for the kids as well.
Hazel Village stuffed animals, $72, barneys.com.
5
A new baby means a lot of presents—and a lot of thank you notes.
Connor stationary, $25, connornyc.com.
6
You can’t go wrong with a classic Hermes blanket.
Hermes blanket, $870, hermes.com.
7
It’s never too early to start growing a solid shoe collection.
Toms, $32, bergdorfgoodman.com.
8
These prints are collector’s items, and are a beautiful addition to any nursery.
Hugo Guinness print, $460, johnderian.com.
9
My nieces are nine years old—and still use these ultra-sensitive products.
Mustela Bath Time, $42, mustela.com.
10
I can think of a million gifts that new mothers would love to receive as a “push” gift, but this multi-color tennis bracelet is the best.
Jack Vartanian bracelet, price upon request, jackvartanian.com.
