A Few of Their Favorite Things

’Tis the season! We’ve hand-picked our favorite gift ideas for the moms, dads and grads on your list

By Ellen Ranta Olson

Moms

Drink Up

Take breakfast in bed to the next level with this carafe set that doubles as a stunning objet d’art for her nightstand. $69, antekscurated.com 

Dads

Hat Trick

Ever since Teddy Roosevelt wore one on his trip to the Panama Canal, the iconic Panama hat has been the topper of choice for everyone from Paul Newman to Ernest Hemingway. This one is sure to stand the test of time. Starting at $600, montecristihats.com 

Grads

Poster Child

Sometimes one word of motivation is all it takes. Channel their ambition with a stylish letterpress print. $42, westernrise.com

Moms

Well Booted

From Mother’s Day brunch to an afternoon in the saddle, these Stetson boots pack a punch of both form and fashion. The leather keeps them classic, while the woven detail sets them apart from the rest. $335, stetson.com

Dads

See the Light

Whether it’s cigars on the patio or a campfire in the woods, we like to channel the Boy Scouts: be prepared. Pack this hand-etched Zippo lighter by Brooklyn-based designer Jon Contino and you will be. $175, stagprovisions.com

Grads

The Write Stuff

Send them out into the real world in style with this limited-edition rollerball pen, crafted from 24-karat gold koftgari, titanium, Damascus steel and carbon fiber. $1,350, williamhenry.com

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