Luxe Loves: Your Upscale Holiday Gift Guide

Last week we brought you 50 items under $50, but this week, we’re shooting for the moon and pretending like money is no object. Peruse our selection of Luxe Loves from around Memphis, and splurge for yourself or for your loved ones on the extra-nice list. If your budget won’t allow it (we know the feeling), enjoy a little eye candy and keep dreaming of the day you hit the jackpot!

FOUNDATIONAL FURNITURE

18th-century chest

Palladio Antiques is home to a rare 18th-century chest called the “Century French Louis XVI Enfilade.” This treasure has been professionally refinished and restored, preserving its Old World charm, gorgeous patina and sheer elegance. Find it for $7,295 at Palladio Home & Garden.

Fire Magic Aurora grill 

It’s never too early to think about summertime and all the grilling opportunities it offers. This stainless steel Fire Magic Aurora Series grill has an analog thermometer to ensure your meat is cooked just right. Find it for $5,613, including delivery, at Bishop Hearth & Home.

Caracole sideboard 

This beautiful cream-colored Caracole sideboard is as gorgeous as it is functional. Dress it up for a striking sideboard vignette or let it shine as a standalone piece. Either way, this art-forward statement piece is sure to turn heads. Find it for $3,999 at The FIND.

Casual elegance 

Take the classic sectional, give it a modern upgrade, and you get a crisp-meets-comfy couch that lends an inviting elegance to your lounging space. Plus the fabric’s diverse neutral shade and chic nailhead trim will make any den or living room feel like home. Find it for $6,462 at First Fruit Collection.

Antique bookcases 

Gleaming in a rich, sumptuous finish, these antique bookcases with arched details are at once stately and timeless. Your books, decorations or sentimental items will certainly pop when displayed on this fine piece. You can’t go wrong with this classic item. Find each bookcase for $1,925 at DCI Home and Gallery.

HOME ACCENTS & ACCESSORIES

Mongolian cashmere throw 

An oversized, Mongolian cashmere throw is not only incredibly soft to cozy up with on the couch, but it doubles as a decor accent, adding texture and lending an inviting air to any space. When you’re not cuddling with this ombre beauty by MATOUK, drape it on a couch corner to add a bit of interest. Find it for $1,497 at Lisa Mallory Interior Design.

Herend place setting

Stunning in gold and silver, these Herend pieces will take your tablescape to the next level. Find the plates, ranging from $70 to $325 each; coffee mugs for $190 each; tea saucer and canister for $70 each; and the figurines for $60 each at Social.

Decorative rug

With its pattern and neutral color scheme, this exquisite rug will be a showstopper in any room of the home. Make this rug your staple piece in the dining room, living room or office. Find it for $1,895 at Kiser’s Floor Fashions.

Hayden Hall artwork 

This striking work of art captures the sun setting over a lazy river — a relaxing vignette ideal in any space. Adding beautiful scenery and pops of color to your home, this Hayden Hall one-of-a-kind painting called “Dream On” is worth the splurge. Find it for $3,900 at HOUSE.

Breathtaking fabrics

Drapes can make or break a room — they can take a space from drab to elegant. Kelly Nanney from Kelly’s Designer Drapes knows how to pick the most luxurious fabrics to make your home drapery effortlessly complement your interiors. They can be found for $120 per yard at Kelly’s Designer Drapes.

Turkish rug 

Nothing says luxury like an extravagant Turkish rug. This 10-by-14 -foot piece is woven with bright colors and designs, making it a fabulous way to brighten your home. Find it for $11,000 at Sarkis Kish Oriental Rugs.

HOME IMPROVEMENTS

Dream closet 

Sometimes your closet just needs a little tender loving care. This beauty of a closet has his and hers islands and features ivory and shaker drawers and cabinets. The price for this custom project, excluding the marble countertops, is $32,000 at More Than Closets. To schedule your consultation and free estimate for a custom closet, call (901) 937-1880 or visit morethanclosets.com.

Home organization

When it comes down to it, there is nothing better than a beautifully arranged pantry, closet or office. Your house should tell the story of who you are, and sometimes, we all need a makeover. Four hours of decluttering and organizing is $500 and eight hours is $1,000 at Blue Pencil Home.

Custom front door

Give your porch a facelift by making over your front door. This custom job features an arched brick entry and beautiful new iron doors and frame. This project was $13,000 from Beau Maison Door and Window Co. Prices vary depending on the scope of each project. Call (901) 232-5066 to get started on your own custom front door.

Frames 

The timelessness and beauty of old-fashioned accessories meets the precision and detail of modern times at Garner Picture Framing. Their custom frames and antiqued mirrors prove the quality of their work as each piece is pristinely crafted specifically for your home. They are definitely worth the splurge. Learn more about Garner Picture Framing options and selection here.

FOR THE FASHIONISTA

Jade Trau stackable rings 

Nothing says luxury like Jade Trau’s gorgeous stackable diamond rings. Wear these sweet and sparkly mixers with your favorite look for an instant wardrobe update! Find them, starting at $1,200 per ring, at Mednikow Jewelers.

Luxurious bracelet 

Splurge a little on yourself this holiday season with this beautiful sapphire and diamond bracelet. This gorgeous piece conjures the memory of Princess Diana’s iconic sapphire ring, so you can feel like royalty wearing it. Find it for $11,990 at James Gattas Jewelers.

Simply sophisticated

Bittersweet Designs is a collection of handmade jewelry created by artist and designer Laurie Lenfestey. Each piece is marked by the sophisticated interplay of old and new, along with natural elements and glamorous flourishes. Find this necklace for $490 at Oak Hall.

“Vintage vinyl” frames

Do you have a die-hard record collector on your list? These “Remember When” eyeglass frames are made out of vinyl records and cut into vintage-inspired shapes. Showing parts of the record, the frames can also include portions of the label with song titles. And all of the frame cases are made from vintage record sleeves! Find them for $715 at Eclectic Eye.

Daniella Lahavi handbag

Shine bright with this silver Daniella Lehavi handbag this holiday season! You can fit your laptop and makeup bag with room to spare in this spacious tote. And its metallic-hued faux snakeskin exterior is edgy and fun. Find this bag for $640 at Dazzle.

TREAT YOURSELF

2019 Lexus LS 500

There is no denying this car is a beauty! But what makes it truly luxurious are its outstanding features, like the new Lexus Safety System or its navigation capabilities. Trust us — this is the car of your dreams. Find it, starting at $77,522, at Lexus of Memphis.

ThermiSmooth treatment

This luxurious skin treatment will have you glowing for all of your holiday gatherings. ThermiSmooth offers six treatments, a gentle cleanser or foam, hydrating moisturizer, elastiderm eye cream and sunshield. This treatment is made for all skin types. Find it for $1,200 at University Plastic Surgeons.

Luxe & Laser package