I like quirky unusual things, not to the point of tacky but classy unique things that stand out in a crowd. Large jewelry, especially pins, handcarved items, vintage clothing , purses, and other items from the 20's through 50's. Books; Pretty much the same classification as the first line. I find myself reading a lot of NYT Bestsellers, and an unusual title will always draw me in.
I don't like frilly, plaid, flowered or preppy. Books ; no Harlequin type romance, not really into murder mysteries. and if it's chick lit it had better have some substance.