Coralie Charriol is the friend you want to have around when it comes to holiday gifting. As the CEO of her late father’s eponymous watch brand, she has the refined taste of someone working in fine jewelry and watches, coupled with the humor and warmth of a mother and close friend. After all, the best gifts are the ones that can be used, worn, and cherished. Keep scrolling below for Charriol’s go-to gifts, and how she adds her special touch to every holiday season.
Worth the Splurge
“Our new St Tropez Navigator Surf Watch is the dream gift because it was designed to work everywhere: at sea, on land, in the morning, and in the evening. It’s not just for surfers! It’s a watch designed to keep up with you.”
Under $50
“As a jewelry designer, I use gift shopping as an opportunity to find inspiration. I love to browse for antique brooches and pins on eBay and 1stDibs. There is such variety in styles and materials; you can always find something really special and one-of-a-kind.”
White Elephant Gift
“I like to give red Hanky Panky underwear because it’s good luck to wear red pants on New Year’s Eve! It’s always a hit at a White Elephant party.”
Go-To Stocking Stuffer
“I think a really lovely tape measurer from Hermès that fits in your bag is one of the most useful gifts you can give someone. It’s so handy to have and feels really special when it is well-designed.”
Crowd-Pleaser
“Our Forever bangle is my favorite gift because we have so many iterations; every year we release a new design, so it’s fun to match the color or the pattern to the gift receiver. It’s a classic unisex piece that looks beautiful stacked with other bangles.”
Amazon Pick
“Wax for your surfboard!”
Best Present I’ve Ever Received
“For me, the best gifts are experiences. Travel opens the mind and spirit and you never forget the extraordinary places. This Christmas we are taking our children on a safari in Africa for the first time: Kenya, then Tanzania, and finally Lamu Island.”
Holiday Gifting Tip
“Don’t skip the packaging! It is just as important as the gift. At Charriol, we make a snowflake ornament that goes on all our holiday packaging, which can be repurposed for your tree. At home, I like to add extra ribbon and a chocolate treat from my favorite Swiss chocolatier, Guillaume Bichet.”