Books are always a great holiday gift because, in this increasingly digital world, books are one of the few things we still physically collect. Or at least one of the few that doesn’t require guessing someone’s size or style.. And why stop at just novels and coffee table books? Every book collector needs their accessories. Our Beauty Director and Senior Style Editor, both self-proclaimed bookworms, have curated a list of gifts for the book lover in your life. From a “nonfiction” perfume to poetry to legendary classics, discover their recommendations ahead.
Open Arms Eau De Parfum
“This is an ideal gift for the bibliophile in your life who is also enamored with fragrances. Neroli, fir needle, and bourbon vetiver flank the creamy hero notes for a scent that’s equal parts sunny and cozy.” — Ama Kwarteng
Extraordinary Collections: French Interiors
“Collectors often think alike, a notion this book explores in visual depth.” — Camille Freestone & Ama Kwarteng
Pride & Prejudice (Masterpiece Library Edition)
“For the one who has every book, why not get them a better version of one of their favorites? I love looking for rare used copies, but there are often very lovely editions available on the primary market for reasonable prices.” — Camille Freestone
Eastbound
“One of the NYTimes10 Best Books of the Year, Maylis Kerengal’s novel of desperation and immensity has been recently translated by Jessica Moore. So even your most bookish of friends likely haven’t read it yet. I just ordered a copy for myself.” — Camille Freestone
Subscription to Poetry Magazine
“A few years ago, I made a resolution to read more poetry, and this magazine has helped enrich my practice. It has introduced me to work from poets I’ve only recently come to love (Joyce Mansour) as well as new work from poets I’ve long followed (Donika Kelly).” — Ama Kwarteng
Ex Libris Vintage Book Stamp
“My sister bought this for me a few Christmases ago. Now, all of my books feature a floral stamp with my personal insignia.” — Camille Freestone
Bibliostyle: How We Live at Home with Books
“This is one of my absolute favorite coffee table books in my extensive (for a New York apartment) collection. It catalogs home tours of people with expansive book collections—say less, right?” — Camille Freestone
New Classics Club
“A monthly membership to this club feels like a no-brainer to me—I’m not sure if I’ve ever read a New Directions book that I didn’t like. They publish everything from novels to essay collections from writers whose work will stay with you long after you finish them.” — Ama Kwarteng
The Pocket Oxford Dictionary of Current English
“A friend of mine bought me an old dictionary for my birthday this year, and I now keep it by my bed for instances where I need to look up words. It’s much better than opening my phone and, of course, then getting sucked into whatever app I spot first.” — Camille Freestone