Phil, the LS3/5a sized speakers like the Harbeth HL-P3ES or the little Spendor in a nice wood finish should do. My wife was not happy when I sold my last pair of rosewood P3's, and the buyer's wife was ecstatic.
Only problem is, you have to find 28 inch high speaker stands that your wife will like.
Only problem is, you have to find 28 inch high speaker stands that your wife will like.