Elizabeth Taylor's granddaughter, Naomi Wilding, shares special memories of the late icon during the holidays. Spending one Christmas with the Cleopatra star left a lasting impact on her.

Discover the Generosity of Elizabeth Taylor During the Holidays

Spending Christmas with Taylor

When Naomi was 6 years old, her mother was unwell, so she was brought to Los Angeles to stay with her father while her mother recovered. As her father wasn't settled yet, Naomi lived at her grandmother's house, in a room that later became a closet. That Christmas stay was a memorable one. She recalls falling asleep next to the tree in the living room and waking up to dozens of boxes addressed to her.These gifts from Taylor, who was 50 at the time, were truly elaborate. All were from Saks 5th Ave. including a silk nightdress and dressing gown by Christian Dior, dresses by YSL, Chanel, and Dior, as well as jackets and outfits by Saks. They were exquisite but not practical for the rural life Naomi would return to.

The Treasures Brought Home

Naomi did bring these treasured gifts home. She had to buy a trunk to take everything with her. As she grew out of the clothes, they were handed down to the local girls nearby, despite her protests. Taylor loved to spoil her granddaughter.

Thoughtful Gift-Giving

The Elizabeth Taylor archive discusses how much thought the star put into each gift. Great gift-giving isn't about the price tag; it's about the intention and thought behind each gesture. For Elizabeth, it even extended to details like the color of someone's eyes or practical items like snow tires for family members in cold climates.Her generosity wasn't limited to her family. She was also good to those who worked on her team, creating a supportive and generous environment that left a lasting impact.Learn more about Elizabeth Taylor's life during the holidays at the House of Taylor and check out gifts for the Elizabeth Taylor fan in your life at their store.