We couldn’t let Simon go without asking him for a few more helpful holiday suggestions. Check out his tips below and his fabulous gift guide in our slideshow.
theFashionSpot: What are your tips for gifting when you don’t know someone that well?
Simon Doonan: Hello! A Barneys holiday gift card. Duh!
tFS: Where do you stand on regifting?
SD: Pay it forward. I am a big believer…
Simon Doonan
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What to Buy Your Fashionable BFF
If it's your best friend, then you need to blow his/her mind with something daring and a bit OTT from Saint Laurent.
Saint Laurent Giraffe-Print Jacket, $2,390.
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What to Buy Your Boyfriend or Husband
My husband seems to destroy his sweaters in a matter of weeks. Maybe he chews them when I am not looking. A sweater is therefore the perfect gift for him.
Barneys New York Half-Zip Sweater, $750.
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What to Buy Your Dog
Our doggie died (of old age) in September. If he was still alive, I would get him a fancy pair of Prada shoes. I know he would enjoy chewing them.
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What to Buy Your Foodie Friend You Only See Once a Month for Brunch
I would give him some Sencha tea to settle his foodie stomach. Then I would treat him to a slap-up meal at Freds.
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What to Buy Your Former Intern Who Now Has a Far Chicer Job Than You
I would give him some note cards. It's time he sent me a letter of gratitude for all the help and support.
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What to Buy Your Friend with a Very Cute Baby
Babies are hipsters, too. A Montauk T-shirt would hit the spot.
City Threads Montauk Tee, $29.
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What to Buy Your Sister Who You May or May Not Like
I adore my sister, so I would spoil her with something she would NEVER buy herself.
Chloe Marcie Mini Satchel with Strap, $1,650.
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What to Buy the PR Maven Who's Obsessed with Psychics
Every PR maven needs a trippy lip.
Yves Saint Laurent Rouge Pur Couture 58 Luminous Mauve, $35.
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What to Buy Your Chapeau-Wearing Employee
An Elder Statesman turban will keep her warm and flu-free all winter.
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What to Buy the Germaphobe in Your Office
That would be me. A nifty pair of washable gloves. Hello!
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What to Buy the Person Who Has Everything
Even the person who has everything does not have one of these demented objets d'art from Fornasetti.
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What to Buy the One Friend Who Never Likes Anything
Even the most difficult recipient loves a Frédéric Malle room spray. Nobody wants the house to smell funky.
