The Perfect Hostess Gift for $50 or Less at Alex and Lorenzo Home

I am so lucky to live in New York City, a place where there are countless stores and resources to outfit your home and wardrobe.  But in a city with so many choices, where do I go when I need to buy something new for my home? 
 

When it comes to shopping for my home or buying gifts, Alex and Lorenzo Home is always my first stop!

Alex and Lorenzo Home in New York  City has an incredible assortment of home accessories that range from mirrors, lamps, and linens, to unique tabletop pieces.  But what makes Alex and Lorenzo Home different from other home accessories stores? 
Kristen McLaughlin, the owner of Alex and Lorenzo, personally picks out everything that she has in stock at her store, and she has impeccable taste.

Kristen used to work on Wall Street, but after taking time off to raise her children she knew that she wanted to go back to work, but this time in a new field.  After much thought it finally came to her...she had always loved interior design, but in particular, she loved the accessorizing!  And that is how Alex and Lorenzo Home was born.  Kristen has a daughter and son whose names are Alex and Lorenzo, and she never considered any other name for her store.

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Kristen has an incredible assortment of reasonably priced home accessories, and she will wrap any gift you purchase in her beautiful signature box and bow.

Being that Labor Day weekend is right around the corner, I'm sure that many of you have plans to visit your friends and family for the long weekend.  If you still need to buy a gift for this weekend, this is the perfect place to stop before you head out of town!  

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Here are a few of my top picks for Hostess Gifts for $50 or Less, all from Alex and Lorenzo Home.

Linen napkins are an entertaining essential, and they are a perfect gift to show your weekend host how much you appreciate their hospitality!

And do you know someone who likes artichokes?  If so I think this fun green artichoke serving dish is the perfect gift!  And you can't beat the price...

Elephant Cocktail Napkin Set, $22
Skull and Crossbones Cocktail Napkin Set, $48 for 6
Blue and White Floral Napkins, $12 each
Keep Calm and Carry On Guest Towel, $15
Artichoke and Butter Serving Dish, $25
 

Here are a few fun gifts for your friends who love wine and cheese, and love to entertain.

And do you know anyone who loves luxe soap and takes their bathroom decor seriously?  If so here are a few fun items to spruce up any bathroom in the country or at the beach!

Playing Card Suit Coasters, $36 for 4
Cheese Servingware set (can you see the mouse here?!), $48
Bamboo Flatware, $12 for one set
Glass Canisters, $15-$35
Assortment of Soaps, $22 each
Starfish/Clam Hook, $22 each
 

And here are a few of my personal favorites...

These lion and zebra soap dishes are just adorable!  If I received one of these as a gift I think I would use it for jewelry on my bureau instead of at the sink!

Who doesn't love having a water glass and carafe on their nightstand?  I love how this carafe is such a unique shape.

And do you know someone who loves foo dogs?  What better weekend host gift than to get your foo loving friends this set of turquoise foo dog miniatures.  So cute!

Lion and Zebra Soap Dishes, $22
Dragonfly Cocktail Napkin Holder, $36
Fleur de lis Water Carafe and Tumbler, Call Store for Details
Miniature Foo Dogs, $25
White Ceramic Monkey, $48
Elephant and Monkey Small Trays, $55 (OK so this $5 over the budget, but I couldn't resist!)

And just a few more options...

I love having a few of these decorative match boxes dispersed throughout our apartment.  They make such a difference at such a small cost!

And aren't these orange rooster creamers adorable?  They also come in turquoise.  Two of my favorite colors!

Small Coral Box, $45
Decorative Match Books, $5
Fun Quote Coasters, $10 each
Orange Rooster Creamer, $18
Blue and White Salt and Pepper Shakers, $40
Coffee Table Books, $22 each
 

If you would like to visit or contact Kristen at Alex and Lorenzo, here is their address and phone number:

Alex and Lorenzo Home
1048 Lexington Avenue (Between 74th and 75th Street)
New York, NY 10021
Phone: 212-288-1920

Do you see anything here that has caught your eye?  What's your favorite item?  If you see something here that you just can't live without, Alex and Lorenzo will be open on Thursday and Friday this week from 10:30am-6:00pm!

And for those of you who don't live in New York City, Kristen's website should be up in the next few months, and she is always happy to take phone orders!