10 gifts for the holiday party hostess

8 Cocktail picks
Cute, chic and festive, these cocktail picks are ideal for the host who loves to entertain. Available from Accents de Ville, these snowflake picks come in a silvery holder and are a much more sophisticated option for a serving platter than regular toothpicks. Tip: When wrapping this gift, print out a recipe for a yummy canape and attach as a gift tag for a more personalized present. (MSRP $16, set of 6)

9 Holiday CD
If someone is hosting a holiday party, chances are they like the holiday season and thus enjoy holiday music! If going this route, avoid the tacky tunes and go for a sophisticated CD like Sarah McLachlan's Wintersong. Released in 2006, this CD has the perfect combination of holiday and winter-inspired tracks, soft enough to be soothing background music at any dinner party. (Available at HMV, $15)

10 Memorable ornament
If you're in a situation where you need to get a gift in a pinch, you can always resort to a beautiful ornament for your host's home. This round berry ornament from Restoration Hardware is ideal for dressing up any front foyer or Christmas tree. Tip: Stock up on decorative ornaments like these so that you have them ready on hand for when you need a chic last minute gift. (Mixed Berry Kissing Ball, $39 US, Restoration Hardware)

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