Last night I got to meet one of my all time favorite designers, Jonathan Adler. You may recognize him from such television reality series as Top Design (which sadly won’t be coming back). But well before “See You Later Decorator” fame, he was, is and always has been a talented and gifted potter, designer, and entrepreneur.

With 16 actual stores, and an amazing online store you have no excuse to not buy yourself or your loved one something with a bit of whimsy this year. Each year I end up dropping vast amounts of money in his shop on Melrose and I thought I would share with you all my 5 favorite Jonathan Adler finds this year for the holiday season! Trust me, when you give a gift as sharp and fresh as these, no one could possibly be disappointed!

5. The Muse Collection Teapot ($95), Creamer ($28) and Sugar Bowl ($28) – Although any one piece in the Muse collection is a fabulous gift, I think these three together really say “Should I call you for breakfast or just roll over and wake you up.” Isn’t it time for tea?

4. Charade Studded Taper Vase ($88) – This provocative piece says you’re not afraid to be a little naughty and nice. The perfect size at a pretty price. This isn’t exactly for your old Aunt Millie…or is it?

3. Jet Set Ornament Set ($48) – Christmas ornaments given as gifts at Christmas time are so… expected. HOWEVER, things I know to be true include, but are not limited to, the receiver of this gift will a) keep it, b) remember you every year they decorate their tree, and c) cherish it as a real quality gift. You just can’t do that with a bottle of wine.

2. Glitter Vice Candid Canister ($138) – These gorgeous containers actually come in a variety of shapes, sizes, sentiments and prices, I just love that the largest one says “Glitter” on it – cuz that’s an awful lot of the sparkly stuff. They are perfect for stashing your secrets. True story, my husband and I have a jar we put every receipt or piece of ephemera in that commemorates special things we do together. One day we plan to dump out that jar of awesome and rediscover the fun we had together. You should start your secret stash today!

1. The Banana Bud Vase ($68) – The banana has been a long standing symbol of… well… I was going to say Pop Art but yes… now that you mention it.. it is sort of penis like in design. NO seriously… its amazing! It’s this happy, unassuming, phallic fruit… AND it’s a bud vase! It also accents any decor since it comes in silver, gold, black and white. Gift it to your boyfriend, to your girlfriend, to your girlfirend’s boyfriend… whoever receives it will do so with a smile! I guarantee it!

As for meeting the man himself, it was one of the biggest highlights of my year. Thank you  Jonathan Adler for creating truly inspiring objects of design!

As for the rest of you…. you’re welcome! Christmas shopping… DONE!

Words by Barbie Brady (@barbie5x5). Photo of Jonathan Adler by Dustin Downing (@MeTakeAPhoto). Other images by JonathanAdler.com.