Hostess With The Mostest Gift Set

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Do you want to be the “Hostess with the Mostest”? The phrase traces back to Perle Mesta, the legendary socialite who entertained Washington, D.C.’s elite for more than 30 years. Mesta had deep Oklahoma City roots, which she shares with Thomas Blonde. Her father, oil and real estate tycoon William Skirvin, built OKC’s famous Skirvin Hotel, where she learned the art of entertaining. Her lavish parties made her a legend, and this gift set is made in her spirit.

Inside, you’ll find a hand-poured Mod Luxe candle in Thomas Blonde’s signature Blonde scent, nestled in a dazzling rhinestone bag with a ring handle. The double-walled glass vessel becomes a stylish cocktail or wine glass once the candle is finished, and the sparkling bag can be reused as a wine bag. That makes it a gift that keeps on giving and the ultimate hostess gift.

What’s Inside

• Mod Luxe Candle in Blonde: A 16 oz candle hand-poured into a double-walled glass vessel. The signature Blonde scent opens with cool citrus over warm musk, black pepper, and cardamom. It’s a sophisticated blend of 26 oils.
• Rhinestone Gift Bag: A sparkling rhinestone bag with a ring handle that holds the candle and can be reused as a glamorous wine bag.

Why You’ll Reach for It

• The ultimate hostess gift: Arrive in style with a gift that’s ready to give.
• Two gifts in one: The candle glass becomes a cocktail or wine glass, and the rhinestone bag becomes a wine bag.
• Signature Blonde scent: Thomas Blonde’s most-loved fragrance, with citrus, musk, black pepper, and cardamom.
• All-natural soy wax blend: Made from non-GMO, USA-grown soybeans with a lead- and nickel-free wick.
• Hand-poured: Made with care in small batches.
• Oklahoma City story: Inspired by Perle Mesta, the original “Hostess with the Mostest.”

Perfect For

• Hostess and housewarming gifts
• Weddings and bridal showers
• Birthdays
• New Year’s Eve and holiday parties
• Thank-you gifts

Product Details

• Brand: Thomas Blonde
• Set includes: Mod Luxe candle and rhinestone gift bag
• Candle scent: Blonde
• Candle size: 16 oz
• Vessel: Double-walled glass, reusable as a cocktail or wine glass
• Wax: All-natural soy wax blend
• Wick: Lead- and nickel-free
• Bag: Rhinestone bag with ring handle, reusable as a wine bag

Frequently Asked Questions

What is included in the Hostess with the Mostest gift set?
The set includes a 16 oz Thomas Blonde Mod Luxe candle in the signature Blonde scent, presented in a rhinestone bag with a ring handle.

Where does the name “Hostess with the Mostest” come from?
The phrase is linked to Perle Mesta, a famous socialite known for her lavish Washington, D.C. parties. Mesta had Oklahoma City roots, and her father built OKC’s Skirvin Hotel.  She was the US Ambassador to Luxenbourg  from 1945-1953, appointed by President Harry Truman. Her fame also peaked in the 1940s and ’50s, when Irving Berlin’s musical Call Me Madam was inspired by her.

Can I reuse the rhinestone bag?
Yes. Once the candle is out, the rhinestone bag makes a sparkling wine bag for your next hostess gift or party.

Can I reuse the candle glass?
Yes. When the candle is finished, place the glass in the freezer for a few hours so the leftover wax pops out, then wash it with warm, soapy water. Reuse it as a cocktail or wine glass.

What does the Blonde scent smell like?
Blonde opens with cool citrus and settles into warm musk with black pepper and cardamom. It’s a sophisticated, year-round scent.

How do I get the best burn from my candle?
On the first burn, let the candle burn for 45 minutes to an hour, until the wax melts evenly across the top. Trim the wick to 1/8" to 1/4" before each burn, and keep the candle away from drafts.