The Thinker:
Morning Ritual: NPR and the NY Times crossword — in pen — in under 20 minutes.
Reading List: Politics, philosophy, psychology and physics — she’s working her way through the Ps at the university library.
Can’t live without: Her library card, museum memberships, a glass of sherry by the fire.
In her Passport: Stamps from countries with ancient Greek, Roman and Egyptian ruins.
Night on the Town: She’s a staunch supporter of the symphony, opera and ballet.
Mantra: A home without books is a body without soul.
Famous Examples: Christiane Amanpour, Condoleezza Rice, Jeopardy contestants.
Here are some great gift ideas for someone who fits this archetype:
Pottery Barn Silver Lotus Collection
If you need a gift for someone who loves jewelry, this Pottery Barn Silver Lotus Collection is perfect!
They can display their favorite accessories on this jewelry stand. The petals of the lotus bloom allow earrings to hang, while the leaf servers as a tray for rings and bangles.
Available at PotteryBarn.com
Jewel Bud Vases
These Jewel Bud Vases really catch your eye. These five tiny vases that are just the right proportion to showcase single blooms. When grouped together or lined up, they form an unexpected centerpiece. The candy-colored dew-drop shaped vases refract light and complement each other, emitting a beautiful bouquet of color.
Available at RedEnvelope.com
Pottery Barn Studio Wall Easel
The perfect gift for someone who loves photography, this Pottery Barn Studio Wall Easel.
Create a multilevel display. These adjustable brackets feature hangers that slide along the poles and lock into place.
Available at PotteryBarn.com
Nueve: Perception Liberated
This is a great gift for someone who loves unique puzzels!
Unlike a traditional puzzle or game with only one solution or outcome, Nueve offers countless beginnings and endings. Nueve’s set of handcrafted wooden blocks can be assembled in any combination to create billions of different patterns (68,719,476,736 possible combinations).
There is no right answer or winning move. Nueve is designed solely to liberate your perception, challenge your creativity and delight your soul.
Available at Heliotrope.com
