42 Timeless Gifts That Work Perfectly for Any Occasion

Keep your modern instincts in check. A throw blanket in a classic square pattern brings order to your space. Enjoy the clean simplicity. Relish the soft-and-cozy factor -- especially on days when curling up is #1 on your agenda. The grid pattern is a Unison classic and fan favorite.

We’ve added this second colorway option to the exclusive Unison creative collaboration with Chicago-based artist Chad Kouri. It’s based on his “Color Grid” series of original artworks. Get all wrapped up in its neutral color palette punctuated by a playful contrast of soft pink and burgundy.

Practice the art of the serve. Our Walnut board is handmade in the U.S. and attention grabbing by way of its modern form and natural simplicity. Walnut is known for its fine grains and here that beauty shines through, while details like a hexagonal carved edge and handle are subtle but striking.

French bistro flair, at your service. Ferry your drinks and snacks anywhere, dining room to patio, living room to kitchen, with this serving essential. It shows off French wicker in a new way, allowing the material’s strength and tidy appearance to shine forth, simply.

It’s all in the name: Force is a range of trays made in an impactful manner. They’re created from a single piece of high-gloss polished stainless steel, which with great power is then pressed into elegant but streamlined looking tableware. It’s a classic design by Simon Legald with modern appeal.

For almost 400 years Japanese artisans in the Hasami district have been making pottery such as this. Simple and unadorned, Hasami pottery is seen as both a cultural and design legacy that remains as relevant now as it was back in the Edo period.

In terms of vase studies, the Mist series is worth looking at — again and again. Contemporary yet timeless, it was created using traditional glassmaking methods by Tamer Nakisçi, who lent his modern eye to the resulting form.

Introducing a new form for your fauna. This soda glass and brass vase makes a great show of just a stem or two. And if you remove the brass lid, there is room for a small bouquet. Its mixed materials come together in an artistic play.

This vase knows how to work its angles. Its slanted design draws your stems together, maintaining the shape of a floral arrangement. The handpainted gold metallic band adds extra flourish, providing a shining touchpoint to any table setup. Flower power, indeed. Photo Courtesy of Unison

Things come full circle with these recycled leather placemats, crafted in Argentina. In the production process of this material, off-cuts discarded by the leather industry are given a second life.

Tone on tone takes evocative new meaning with this ceramic vase that won’t lack for attention. Matte meets pearlescent in classic stripes, creating an optical-illusion play for the eyes. With a classic shape that gives it timeless appeal, this is the epitome of style meets function.

The classic chamber candleholder is back — this time, in modern and minimalistic form. True to its original purpose of guiding one with light at night, it has a handle and purposeful design to keep a candle upright. Yet, it’s meant to be sturdily placed on the table as well.

Life can be complicated but storage doesn’t have to be. That’s why these simple and practical storage boxes are the perfect fit for busy lifestyles.

No thought was wasted in the sleek, modern Bunbuku Black Waste Can. Crafted of highly durable steel and joined together by caulking instead of welding, this tapered receptacle is tolerant against rust and fire.

Set a conquer-the-day mood with Arne Jacobsen’s award-winning design. You’ll get just the right taste and temperature from this press coffee maker because it’s double-walled to retain heat. Just infuse that coffee and press the plunger to make up to 8 cups. Photo Courtesy of Unison 

Put a frosted bar accessory into the mix. This hand-blown glass decanter crafted by Chicago maker Manual Goods is a stylish take on translucency. Use the corked closure of the decanter as a dosing jigger — perfect when you need to quickly measure out those shots or dose syrups and juices.

Your desire for a beautiful coaster: only natural. Enter these neutral designs, made by fusing soft rubber and natural cork. Their manufacturing method is innovative, involving just heat and pressure, and excluding any binders or harmful chemicals.

Your favorite dish deserves the ooh-la-la that only the finest French cutlery artisans can provide. That’s why you’ll choose this teak two-piece serving set (a fork and spoon) by French culinary design company Sabre.

A touch of gold brightens any table. These Art Deco-inspired tumblers are crafted from handmade glass in Poland and feature geometric lines and metallic finishes for a modern twist on a classic era. Use them for mixed drinks, starters, or sorbets. Set features eight unique glasses.

A pottery art that’s been practiced for almost 400 years is applied to a ritual that feels nearly as historic: enjoying morning coffee.

Streamline your shake-ability. Everyone needs this stainless-steel bar essential with a brilliant finish and modern shape that will do your best cocktail recipes justice.

When cheese is not merely a course, but an occasion. This modern knife set is made to accompany both casual gatherings and formal dinners, and sets an elevated tone. Plated in gold, these pieces are made to be noticed.

A side salad will never be relegated to the corner. Not when these special occasion serving pieces are around. Made from 24-carat brushed gold plating over stainless steel, they offer the durability and luster their maker, Cutipol, is known for. Pass the arugula. Photo Courtesy of Unison

The striking geometry of these handblown glasses is worth a toast. Their hand-drawn stems are delicate counterpoints to the straight sided, cylindrical bowls. And their narrow shape brings out the flavor and aroma in any white wine.

You’ve gone through many dessert phases. But, let’s be honest: You always go back to pie. This French-made pie server is worthy of your affections and sacred fruit recipes because it’s handcrafted with quality materials, like stainless steel and handsome white acrylic.

Simple and unadorned, the clean lines recall Japan’s traditional forms. In fact, for almost 400 years Japanese artisans in the Hasami district have been making pottery such as this.

The most precious thing we have is time. So why overcomplicate it? This modern clock is clean and simple – just like life should be. Its timeless design also makes it a natural fit for any living space.

Hello, gorgeous flow. Handmade in midnight blue colored glass, the fluid shape of our Hoop Vase is what will get you every time. Its name is taken from a hoop, which also inspires its attractive curves. Naturally, it’s made for flowers but looks equally appealing on its own as an art piece.

Keep your plants thriving through neat and tidy living. Kingston, N.Y. artist Andrew Molleur handcrafts planters that seamlessly integrate a display vessel and water tray in a triumph of minimal design.