Mr. Fruscione

But its the decor that has everyone talking. So much so that Mr. Fruscione has started providing interior design service for clients. " people come in, talk to me, see my vibe, my aesthetic - that's what helps me get those contracts," he says. " you hear that the first two years ( in business) are the toughest, and it's sort of true. But I've gotten through that and I feel a shift of energy. More and more people are starting to know that I exist. I'm starting to get on people's radar. And that's rewarding. It's a unique and distinctive store." And it's a must-see for anyone interested in making a lovely home.

Set sail for adventure
Or at least feel like it without leaving the house by surrounding
yourself with nautical-inspired pieces. When you live as close
to the water as we do, it makes sense to make your home
look as seaworthy as possible. And you never know when
you might need an oar in the middle of the night.

Framed vintage map of Naples,
30-by-48-inches, available
at Republic of Decor
- www.republicofdecor.com
529-3813

For the host and hostess

Whether it's for holiday high tea,
a tree-trimming afternoon or cocktails and
dinner after dark, every invitation you accept
calls for a gift to show your appreciation.

A pretty candle will make the hostess' eyes light up every time. This one made from Limoges porcelain and
highlighted with 24k gold accents has the fragrance of
pink champagne. It's $158.

- Republic of Decor
950 First Ave. N., Naples
529-3813, www.republicofdecor.com

For him
~
It's true. Shopping for him can be as much fun as shopping for yourself. And the look
on his face when he opens the perfect present he didn't buy for himself? Priceless.

It's been said the most notable difference between
boys and men are that their toys get bigger -and
more expensive - with every passing year. This
entertaining tome shows how Matchbox cars give
way to high-end sports cars, model boats become
motorboats and sailing yachts and the plastic
wristwatch turns into a Swiss chronograph with
a perpetual calendar and minute repeater. If he
doesn't already have them, he'll probably want
them all after perusing this $100 coffee-table book.
- Republic of Decor
950 First Ave. N., Naples
529-3813, www.republicofdecor.com

Gifted!

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Campfire Comfort 

Up the swank quotient of the outdoors with Ticket Chocolate's Artisans Dulce de Leche S' mores kit for four ( $24). Caramel swirl marshmallows, handcrafted honey Grahams, and salted caramel milk chocolate present a mature take on the childhood favorite.

Republic of Decor, Naples (230)529-3813