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My Favorite Things

As the creative director of Grand Cayman’s Palm Heights, Gabriella Khalil has played a part in everything from the hotel’s Instagram-famous striped umbrellas and the Mario Bellini and Marcel Breuer accents found throughout each of the 52 suites to the curation of products on offer in the soon-to-open boutique. Here, Khalil shares her choice discoveries for days both at home and on Caribbean escapes
Photo: Cat Morrison (Khalil)

Summerill & Bishop

$122

Set of Four Striped Linen Napkins

“I have always adored Summerill & Bishop’s tablecloths and linens, which have been the backdrop for most holiday tables at my home. They are beautiful and classic with a twist and great to use for a special dinner.”

Ghia

From $38.00

Non-Alcoholic Apéritif

“I entertain often, and although I love having a cocktail, lately I have been leaning toward non-alcoholic drinks. I’ve been a huge fan of drinking Ghia. It is even in all of the mini bars at Palm Heights.”

Eberjey

$138

Gisele Stretch-Modal Pajama Set

“These pajamas are incredibly soft. I wear them nightly, along with my 6-year-old who loves them equally as much. One of my favorites for adults and children.”

Irving Penn

$110

Passage: A Work Record

“The most beautiful coffee table book and my favorite one in my living room.”

Port Tanger

$165

Baraka Tortoiseshell Acetate Sunglasses

“I love to have fun with accessories, especially sunglasses. Port Tanger is one of my favorite brands. Their glasses are chic and statement-making without being over the top.”

Charlotte Mensah

$30

Manketti Oil Shampoo

“My daughter has very long textured hair, like mine. A friend gifted her oil from Charlotte Mensah, whose beautiful organic products are focused on afro, mixed, and curly textures. Now, they are a staple in our bathroom.”

Super Smalls

$39

Red Carpet Mega Set

“My daughter enjoys every single item from Super Smalls, which is an incredible brand for kids. I go to Super Smalls most of the time for gifting.”

Costa Brazil

$198

Aroma 1 Jungle Eau de Parfum

“This is my number one go-to fragrance. I love it and receive a ton of compliments every time I have it on. My husband wears it too, so it is now a family fragrance.”

Bode

$630

Crocheted Striped Cotton Short-Sleeved Shirt

“I have been wearing Bode button-down shirts for a long time, especially in warm weather. It is the details that make such a difference for me.”

Dinosaur Designs

$450

Wildflower Large Marbled-Resin Vase

“I am crazy for Dinosaur Designs’s sculptural shapes and tonal palette. I have many of their pieces in my kitchen and around my home. I recently added them to the spa at Palm Heights because of their organic nature.”


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