CHEF ’ S CHOICE
Jewelry Lover Newly released in December , the DIAMOND MELBOURNE STATEMENT ROW NECKLACE by gorjana , based in nearby Laguna Beach , is part of the brand ’ s fine jewelry collection and features and features a stunning line of 35 diamonds set in 14-karat solid gold to add shimmer and shine this holiday season , $ 4,500 , at gorjana , Fashion Island . ( 949-662- 6101 ; gorjana . com )
Book Lover Lido Village Books owner Michelle Pierce recommends “ DEMON COPPERHEAD ” by Barbara Kingsolver , which sells out as fast as the shop restocks this modern retelling of Charles Dickens ’ “ David Copperfield ”: The tale follows Damon Fields , who becomes a ward of the state , a football star and an opioid addict . “ You won ’ t want to miss this story of self-expression and galloping prose that sweeps you into this lost boy ’ s world ,” Pierce says of this winter ’ s must-read , $ 32.50 for hardback , at Lido Village Books . ( 949-220-7632 ; lidovillagebooks . com )
Philanthropist Give a gift with purpose this holiday season . Thanks to Pure Salt Interiors ’ partnership with Tirzah International , chic household pieces made by female artisans , like the KEES BOWL SET , are a fantastic way to give back while also making the perfect present , $ 58 , at Pure Salt Shoppe . ( Tirzah International : 626-537-9033 ; tirzah . org ) ( Pure Salt Shoppe : 949-899-8143 ; shoppe . puresaltinteriors . com )
BOTTOM RIGHT : ASHLEY LITTLEFIELD
Photographer With digital cameras , it ’ s easy to snap away , but then never see your photos again as they sit stored on the computer or wait to be printed out — some day when you have time . Any avid photographer will love Aura ’ s MASON LUXE DIGITAL PICTURE FRAME , which can hold more than 10,000 images uploaded with the Aura app and showcased in vivid color in this ultrahigh definition , 9.7-inch display , $ 249.99 , at Bloomingdale ’ s , Fashion Island . ( 949-729-6600 ; bloomingdales . com )
Proud Newporter With every sip , the recipient of this NEWPORT BEACH CA MAP ROCKS WHISKEY GLASS will be reminded of the city they love : Each 3.5-inch-tall glass , which can hold 11 ounces of their preferred beverage , is precision-etched on all sides with a detailed map of Newport ’ s streets and neighborhoods , $ 18 , at Seaside Gallery and Goods . ( 949- 438-7277 ; seasidegalleryandgoods . com )
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