Gifts for Elegant Tastes

Some people just exude elegance. They seem to lend an air of grace to everything they touch, and you can be sure they’ll write you a lovely thank-you note for any gift they receive! Here are some of our favorite gifts for those with elegant tastes.


There’s nothing more elegant than a handwritten note on handmade stationery. Beautiful illustrated notecards or handmade paper makes a gorgeous gift, and pairs well with a classy letter opener or a calligraphy set for artistic types.

• Felix Doolittle Themed Notecards Illustrated stationery by local artist Felix Fu
• Oblation Handmade Paper Pack Sumptuous handmade paper
• Studio Carta Letter Opener A gold-plated Italian letter opener
• Lamy Joy Calligraphy Pen A fountain pen with an italic nib
• Simply Calligraphy A guide to italic calligraphy

Of course, elegant notes should be written on an elegant desk. Beautiful desk tools and writing implements always make a thoughtful gift.

• The Playful Desk Calendar A charmingly illustrated desk calendar with a wooden stand
• Takumi Gold Label Notebook A lovely notebook covered with shimmery handmade paper
• Diplomat Traveller Fountain Pen A sleek, beautifully crafted fountain pen
• Squire Brass Rollerball Pen An award-winning pen that writes like a dream
• Brass Paperweight A solid brass paperweight that also serves as a pen holder
• WMS & Co Stamp A personalized self-inking stamp to imprint a name in books and on papers

Gifting someone a little bit of beauty is always elegant and in good taste.

• Michi Kusa Vase A minimal, graceful vase for making small flower arrangements
• Floret Farm’s Year in Flowers A guide to making gorgeous seasonal bouquets
• Nickel Heart with Bell A heart-shaped bell that feels soothing to hold and chimes sweetly
• Felix Doolittle Art Prints Stunning watercolor illustrations by local artist Felix Fu

Looking for other elegant gifts? Check out our Elegant Tastes Collection!