PRESENTS
Bethenny Frankel’s Rich Bitch Gift Guide
Torta Anthurium Cake Candle by John Derian. Jumpsuit by Michael Kors Collection. Belt by Vaquera.
The glamorous ex–Real Housewife and accidental beauty influencer tells us what’s on her wish list this holiday season.
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1. Torta Anthurium Cake Candle, John Derian, $88
“I love dessert.”
Sunglasses by Port Tanger. Rings (worn throughout) Bethenny’s Own.
2. Glass Bong, Edie Parker x Paul Arnhold, $795
“I would give this to anyone because it’s beautiful in and of itself. It’s fun for the whole family.”
3. Kelly II Sellier Mini Epsom Calfskin Bag, Hermès, $8,250
“This is an iconic bag that is worth about seven times what you would pay for it in the store. It has a strap. It actually fits an EpiPen and cell phone, which matters to me since I have severe allergies. It’s the pièce de résistance.”
4. Blaze Clutch Bag in Crocodile-Embossed Leather, Balmain, $2,595
“This is a fierce-bitch bag.”
5. Red Paillettes Embroidered Re-edition Baguette Handbag, Fendi, $4,300
“I have a handbag collection that most people don’t know about. It’s my secret addiction. It’s like eating the stuffing out of a couch. I still have my original Fendi baguettes. Bags are like karma, they’re a bitch and they come back to get you.”
Coat by Norma Kamali.
6. Strawberry Mini Bag with Chain Shoulder Strap and Double-G Detail, Gucci, $2,500
“This is a throwback to my roller skating days. It’s actually sensible in a shocking way. I want it. I need it. I love it.”
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Shell sculpture by Mantiques.
7. Gucci Bee Dessert Plate, Gucci, $350
Star Eye Dessert Plate, Gucci, $310
Gucci Bee Charger Plate, Gucci, $540
Star Eye Charger Plate, Gucci, $450 (all sets of two)
“The Italians know how to do it right. Eat your pickles on a Gucci plate!”
Necklaces by Bucherer.
8. One-year subscription, Interview, $49.99
Cake Plate by Gucci.
9. Patrician Tulip Wine Stem, Gohar World, $115
10. Lock Bangle, Tiffany & Co., prices and styles vary
11. Thin Dog Leash in Triomphe Canvas and Calfskin, Celine by Hedi Slimane, $365
Chair, Pillows, and Dress by Gucci. Rug by Burkelman. Tights by Wolford.
12. Complete Three-Course Dinner for Four, Katz’s Delicatessen, $140
Coat and Brooch by Saint Laurent by Anthony Vaccarello.
13. iPhone 14, Apple, $799
14. Liquid Lipstick Vinyl, Byredo, $50
15. Share the Rod, Hotel Dick, Sister Sailor, Left Bank Books, $75 each
16. Decorté x Baccarat AQ Meliority Cream, Decorté, $5,000
“Now we’re in our wheelhouse, people. This is a Baccarat crystal Decorté rich-bitch cream with a crystal wand. I’m not worthy. The Princess of Wales, formerly known as Kate, deserves this. It should go to the castle and live its little castle life.”
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17. Incense Holder, Valentina Cameranesi Sgroi, 2022, Jacqueline Sullivan Gallery, $4,500
“What is it? A candle holder? It’s literally the most delicate thing I’ve ever seen. How beautiful would this be with a punch? But you don’t want anybody to touch it. I knocked it. I’m sorry. Now I’m scared of this. Are you mad at me? I don’t feel safe.”
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18. Lace Bonnet, Gohar World, $42
“This is literally the most unnecessary thing I’ve ever seen in my entire life. And I buy a lot of crap.”
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19. Les Mains Hermès Nail Files, Hermès, $45
“This is the cuntiest gift. Even if you’re living, like I was, in a studio apartment designed by Ikea, how great would it be to fucking pull out a $45 box of nail files out of your purse? That’s an asshole.”
20. Rouge Volupte Shine Lipstick, YSL Beauty, $38
“Here’s YSL with the elegant, elegant lipstick. Make sure when you do your lips everyone sees the logo.”
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Hair: Ledora Francis using R+CO
Makeup: Silvia Cincotta using Danessa Myricks Beauty
Manicure: Marietta Mack using OPI at Opus Beauty
Set Design: Mat Cullen at Lalaland Artists
Fashion Assistant: Angelica Asimakopoulos
Set Assistant: Sam Millstein
Location: Tribeca Journal Studio
Special Thanks: Robbie Sokolowsky
