Hostess Gifts to Surprise and Delight

Nothing feels more elegant than serving cocktails with a linen napkin, and nothing makes that less time-consuming than a roll of these beautiful tear-off 100% cotton napkins.

This book of historical anecdotes features everything from the history of champagne and Louis XIV’s Bartlett pear obsession to Julia Child’s secret for the perfect omelet and how Parliament attempted to suppress beauty mark fad of the 1650s.

These sleek, sophisticated slices of agate will get people excited about actually using a coaster.

The perfect place to collect all of her dinner party menus, this ultra-organized recipe notebook keeps track of everything from ingredients lists and prep times to personal tips and tricks for those time-tested recipes.

This space-saving cheeseboard comes complete with spots for crackers, sauces, and sides as well as its own knife set.

A box of shortbread cookies inscribed with your own message—like a thank you note, but infinitely more delicious.

These dainty metallic placemats make setting a stunning table that much easier.

Think: fondue, without the fuss. Pair a wedge of beautifully melty raclette cheese with this mini grill for a fun, interactive take on the standard cheese plate.

This bejeweled stainless steel cocktail picks are just the thing for the queen bee of hosting.

Perfect for beachside soirees, these artisan crafter bats will offer plenty of fun in the sun (and take the pressure off your host to entertain.)

Up their champagne game with a stylish ice bucket.

One gift guaranteed not to disappoint? A luxe bottle of champagne, and the 2003 vintage of Dom Pérignon’s spectacular Plentitude 2 bottling to be exact.

You can never go wrong with a box of gourmet chocolates, especially if it’s as eye-catching (and delicious!) as this selection from Compartés.

This mod piece is like two vases in one.

These chic cocktail-printed notecards will ensure you get an invite to the next happy hour.

This bergamot, patchouli, and spicy tobacco room spray looks as good as it smells.

This hand-painted oil and vinegar set will instantly transport your hostess to a candlelit dinner in Tuscany.

An elegant cooler that helps keep their favorite sparkling wines at the perfect sipping temperature will be a welcome addition to their bar cart.

This rich, rose-scented perfume oil from the cult-favorite perfumer Le Labo is a guaranteed to last longer than any bouquet.