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Mrs. Party Planner: Dinner Party Book

The Dinner Party Book, Aspinal of London

Aspinal’s old school English luxury has just the thing for the ultimate dinner party connoisseur. This sophisticated leather Dinner Party Book is for THE WIFE who loves her dinner parties, down to every fine tuned detail. This little wonder will help you put all your creative ideas together with table plan layout, notes, date of party, welcome drinks, menu, guest list, wines, after dinner wines, flowers and finally for you the hostess; the dress and jewelery you wore. Can also be turned into an elegant gift for THE WIFE’s friends who like to play hostess with the mostess. Hand bound by Aspinal’s master bookbinders in the finest Red lizard print Italian calf leather with the front cover elegantly embossed with “The Dinner Party Book,” which can also be personalized and finished with their signature grosgrain ribbon marker. $169.00 at Aspinal.com

Other great additions to consider are Apsinal’s cellar book, to record all the details of your rare fine wine and vintages… No bottle of vintage Krug Clos du Mesnil will go unaccounted for. For the quintessential English countryside estate, a game book, to record the details of every Autumn or Winter hunt.

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Christmas: Linen Santa Bags

Linen Santa Bags

THE WIFE always has that one odd-shaped toy every Christmas that is impossible to wrap. These large linen bags are a fun alternative way to organize your children’s gifts. You can even personalize them looks like a special delivery from the North Pole, $79.00 at Potterybarnkids.com –Taryn Cox for THE WIFE

Hanukkah Gelt

Hanukkah Gelt
Hanukkah kicked off last night, so to celebrate at THE WIFE, we wanted to share our favorite gold gelt treats. A wonderful way to combine your faith and personal style is with Judaism Jewelry. Click “continue reading” for a selection of gold necklaces that infuse old traditions and heritage with fresh spirit and luck. Whether it’s the Star of David, the most prominent of emblems in the Jewish tradition, the Hamsa Hand, which is believed to provide defense against the evil eye or “Ohm” which is a visual prayer for peace and wholeness surrounding creation from all directions and  to remind you to stay relaxed, centered and breathe. Photographed Above: Vanessa Kandiyoti 18 Rose Gold and Diamond  Hamsa Bracelet, $2,211.42 at Vanessakandiyoti.com -Taryn Cox for THE WIFE in collaboration with LoveGold
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DIY Calligraphy Wrapping Paper

DIY Calligraphy Wrapping Paper

This holiday THE WIFE can make her own hand-lettered wrapping paper. It’s a wonderful way to create pretty packages that are both easy and unique with a personal touch. Also a creative way to practice lettering skills like Tobias D. Albert (Photographed Above). Write a love note or send well wishes this season to the ones you love. All you need is a large roll of butcher paper or white butcher paper, available at Staples.com and watercolor brush pens, available at BlickArt.com. -Taryn Cox for THE WIFE

THE WIFE Guide: Charm Bracelets

THE WIFE Guide: Charm Bracelets

Simply charming could be the words used to describe gold charm bracelets. Create a custom bracelet to express your own personal style. Start by choosing a unique gold bracelet and then take the time to select a variety of individual gold charms that will help you show the world your personality. Charms can range from animals to represent pets to the Eiffel Tower to represent a trip to Paris or a birthstone gem to honor your child.

A great charm bracelet is unique piece of jewelry should take several years to build. Which is what makes it the perfect piece of jewelry to wear this Thanksgiving. To look down at your wrist and remember all the things to be thankful for in your life…. reminding you of  your life’s most special moments. Will you wear your charm bracelet this holiday? Click “Continue Reading” to see THE WIFE’s Guide to Gold Charm Bracelets. -Taryn Cox for THE WIFE in collaboration with LoveGold

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