John and Christine Gachot’s Favorite Things

“Gerhard Richer is one of John’s favorite artists—this book is a top pick for gifting. We’re never without several copies on hand.”

“Anyone who knows us understands backgammon is THE Gachot family boardgame. We’re always playing—at home, on Shelter Island, on vacation. This soft leather board is made for travel; ours has its passport at this point.”

“John is a longtime collector of vintage and modern lighters. They often become meaningful, lasting gifts that we share with family members to commemorate their important milestones.”

“John is the chef in our kitchen, and this is his must-have. A thin Japanese-metal blade meets a solid octagonal handle, creating a kitchen staple that is a study in both design and performance.”

“I bought one of these for myself and let John borrow it one evening—and I never got it back! Now, we buy them in pairs. They’re amazing to travel with.”

“Oddly enough, John and I don’t actually drink a lot of champagne, but our family and friends adore it. We keep it stocked at Shelter, where it’s flowing by the pool all summer long.”

“John gave these to me as a Christmas gift, and they were a joy to receive. The packaging alone is amazing—it’s a present upon a present. I loved them so much I wound up gifting them for Mother’s Day that year.”

“Tapers are a must in my home. They instantly elevate the atmosphere and make for a special moment. No one makes them like Trudon, my go-to.”

“This cooler lives at our home on Shelter Island, and we actually have a few scattered throughout the property. In summer, they’re always filled with cold beer and rosé. They’re in constant use—the true workhorse of the season!”

“As a day-one Khaite fan, her pieces have been the foundation of my wardrobe from the beginning. I have multiple pairs and buy them seasonally—they’ve become an effortless staple and gift for my team.”

“John is an Omega collector, and appreciates vintage to this year’s latest and greatest. These are timeless pieces that never go out of style.”

“We have an endless supply of this hand soap. It’s an easy sink-side upgrade that smells like summer. They make a charming pop-in, host gift too.”

“After nearly two decades on Bond Street, we’ve always thought of Il Buco as an extension of home—our ‘front porch.’ A longtime favorite personally and in client projects. This cutting board is a quietly elevated kitchen essential: always out, in use, with simple bites for our children and friends.”

“Ginori serveware is an essential in my collection. It immediately adds an easy elegance to my table, and the quality is unmatched.”

“So chic, and the wedge makes them entirely comfortable. These are my preferred day-to-evening shoes; I wear them from the studio to dinner on repeat.”

“This paint set is John’s forever favorite. The palette is beautiful with just the right amount of pigment, and the packaging itself is a work of art.”