If there's someone on your holiday shopping list who has you stumped, gift them a coffee table book. In our opinion, coffee table books are the mark of an adult's home. When you start collecting home decor accessories [1], that's when you know you've graduated. In all seriousness, though, coffee table books are a really fun way to show off your interests and personality. They're great conversation starters and ideal hostess gifts [2]. Check everyone off your list, and keep reading to shop our picks.
GUCCI: The Making Of by Frida Giannini
The fashion girl will love displaying GUCCI: The Making Of by Frida Giannini [3] ($100).
Leaf Supply: A Guide to Keeping Happy House Plants by Lauren Camilleri & Sophia Kaplan
Anyone who's got a plant obsession will love reading Leaf Supply: A Guide to Keeping Happy House Plants by Lauren Camilleri & Sophia Kaplan [4] ($35).
The Beauty Chef by Carla Oates
Pretty recipes and inspiring words of wisdom make The Beauty Chef by Carla Oates [5] ($35) a perfect gift for health enthusiasts.
Overview: A New Perspective of Earth by Benjamin Grant
The gorgeous Overview: A New Perspective of Earth by Benjamin Grant [6] ($27, originally $40) is so fun to look at, as it offers an entirely new perspective.
Stan Smith: Some People Think I’m a Shoe by Stan Smith
The sneakerhead in your life will be obsessed with Stan Smith: Some People Think I'm a Shoe by Stan Smith [7] ($50).
The Bucket List: 1000 Adventures Big & Small by Kath Stathers
For the person who's constantly experiencing wanderlust, The Bucket List: 1000 Adventures Big & Small by Kath Stathers [8] ($35) is an inspiring gift.
Mother & Child by Claiborne Swanson Frank
Mother & Child by Claiborne Swanson Frank [9] ($60, originally $85) is filled with seriously gorgeous portraits of, you guessed it, mothers and children. Featuring powerhouse women like Carolina Herrera and Aerin Lauder, this is one they'll love flipping through over the holidays.
Racinet The Costume History
A serious crowd pleaser, Racinet The Costume History [10] ($20) looks so pretty on your coffee table.
Redouté: The Book of Flowers by H. Walter Lack
The only thing that looks better than fresh flowers on a table is the addition of Redouté: The Book of Flowers by H. Walter Lack [11] ($70).
The Road Trip Book: 1001 Drives of a Lifetime by Darryl Sleath
The Road Trip Book: 1001 Drives of a Lifetime by Darryl Sleath [12] ($37) is a great gift to inspire their next trip.
Tom Ford by Tom Ford & Bridget Foley
Minimalist and sophisticated, just like the man himself. Every fashion girl will love displaying Tom Ford by Tom Ford & Bridget Foley [13] ($135).
Graze by Suzanne Lenzer
The girl who's famous for making the best cheese plate will take so much inspiration from Graze by Suzanne Lenzer [14] ($28).
Calvin Klein by Calvin Klein
The ultimate in minimalist chic, Calvin Klein by Calvin Klein [15] ($150) is a must for any fashion historian.
They Drew As They Pleased Vol 4: The Hidden Art of Disney’s Mid-Century Era: The 1950s and 1960s by Didier Ghez
This is such a cool find. They Drew As They Pleased Vol 4: The Hidden Art of Disney's Mid-Century Era: The 1950s and 1960s By Didier Ghez [16] ($45) shows some of the earliest animation sketches that came to be the Disney movies you know and love.
Savoir Vivre by Laduree
Our favourite French macarons made a coffee table book, and it looks just like their classically beautiful boxes. Savoir Vivre by Laduree [17] ($40) offers tips and tricks on how to create a seriously covetable lifestyle.
The Year of Cosy by Adrianna Adarme
For the person whose ideal Friday night involves being cosy at home, The Year of Cosy by Adrianna Adarme [18] ($25) will be greatly appreciated.
Beaches by Gray Malin
Beaches by Gray Malin [19] ($27, originally $40) shows arial shots of famous beaches all over the world, and we're booking a plane ticket.
Humans of New York by Brandon Stanton
The top stories from the popular blog and Instagram account Humans of New York by Brandon Stanton [20] ($16, originally $30), have been compiled in this heartwarming book.
Louis Vuitton: A Passion for Creation: New Art, Fashion and Architecture by Valerie Steele
Make their home a little bit fancier by gifting them Louis Vuitton: A Passion for Creation: New Art, Fashion and Architecture by Valerie Steele [21] ($125).
Dogs by Lewis Blackwell and Tim Flach
I mean, who wouldn't smile looking at Dogs by Lewis Blackwell and Tim Flach [22] ($32, originally $55)?
Eat Beautiful by Wendy Rowe
Eat Beautiful by Wendy Rowe [23] ($30) shares how to get gorgeous, glowing skin from the inside out, and it looks great on a coffee table.
Eames by Gloria Koenig and Peter Gössel
The interiors enthusiasts will swoon over this book Eames by Gloria Koenig and Peter Gössel [24] ($14).
Living with Pattern: Colour, Texture, and Print at Home by Rebecca Atwood
If they're of the mind that there's no such thing as too much colour, they'll love perusing through Living with Pattern: Colour, Texture, and Print at Home by Rebecca Atwood [25] ($21, originally $35).
Andy Warhol: Polaroids (Multilingual Edition) by Richard B. Woodard and Reuel Golden
Art enthusiasts will be so excited to add this Andy Warhol: Polaroids (Multilingual Edition) by Richard B. Woodard and Reuel Golden [26] ($40, originally $60) to their collection.
Slim Aarons: Once Upon a Time
If you're searching for serious lifestyle inspiration, look no further than Slim Aarons: Once Upon a Time [27] ($50, originally $85).
1000 Record Covers by Michael Ochs
Art and music collide in this essential book, 1000 Record Covers by Michael Ochs [28] ($17, originally $20).
All-American Ads of the 90s by Steven Heller & Jim Heimann
A little nostalgia is always a good thing. All-American Ads of the 90s By Steven Heller & Jim Heimann [29] ($40) is so much fun to flip through.
Chic Stays
Holiday envy is real, and Chic Stays [30] ($85) proves it.
The New York Times 36 Hours: USA & Canada Second Edition
For the ultimate weekend trip, it's best to consult The New York Times 36 Hours: USA & Canada Second Edition [31] ($40).
Cabinet of Natural Curiosities by Albertus Seba
Besides being aesthetically pleasing, Cabinet of Natural Curiosities by Albertus Seba [32] ($38, originally $40) is a joy to flip through.