Ooh, That Shirt’s So Cheesy

Show your love of this simple yet perfect comfort food with a fabulous tee. I heart New York, or I heart boys, or I heart shopping would have been expected…but mac and cheese? We love the randomness.

$12.99 at Fossil

December 27th, 2005

For the do it yourselfer | Ready Made How To Make (Almost) Everything

This book is the Bible for the crafty, stylish do-it-yourselfer.

Featuring projects like a CD-cover wall mural, a lamp cozy made out of sweater remnants, and a phone book coffee table, this Ready Made guide is full of cool ideas for the young (at heart) urbanite.  If you love Ready Made magazine, you’ll Adore this book!

$16.50 at Amazon.

December 26th, 2005

For the ever-lender | Personal Library Kit

Ever lend out a book to a friend, only to have it disappear into a black hole, never to be seen again?

Knock Knock’s Personal Library Kit is the perfect antidote.  You can easily keep track of where each of your books is, and the handy-dandy "Return Date" is a polite reminder to the borrower to give you back your stuff.

Problem solved!

$24.95 at Knock Knock.

December 23rd, 2005

For your bookworm friend | Punctuation Pagemarks

Perfect for the friend who always has a book in her bag.

I love the retro-feeling colors and the cool punctuation marks.  Prettier than Post-its, AND it appeals to my obsessive-compulsive side!

$8 at Fred Flare.

1 comment December 22nd, 2005

For Your (Sorority) Sister | Boat and Tote

Actually, this bag is great for just about any female: It spans ages, styles and functions. An added bonus: Monogramming gives the gift an effortless personal touch.

 From $17 at LL Bean.

December 21st, 2005

For the Girl who Loves Sex and the City (essentially every girl in the free world) | Kiss and Tell Hardcover

For the girl who owns all the DVDs already and probably bought the new collector’s edition the day it came out, supplement their obsession with the insider’s guide to the show’s fashion, quotes and memorable moments. Filled with glossy pictures and interviews with the cast, the hardcover version is even bound in hot pink faux alligator skin.

$40 at Amazon.

December 20th, 2005

For those near and dear | Custom Tag Necklace

Claim those near and dear to you as Yours and Yours Alone with this custom-made tag necklace from Brooklyn’s Rena Tom!   Great for best friends, newlyweds, soulmates…

Maximum of 20 characters (10 per line) on this fine silver tag with classic ball and chain necklace.

$45 at Elsewares.

December 20th, 2005

For Your Co-Worker | Chocolate-Covered Drunken Figs

It’s always hard to find something that everyone in the office will appreciate, but you really can’t go wrong with this gourmet combo of organic figs, organic dark chocolate and vintage port all in one bite.  Mmm…Scrumptious!

$13 (for four) at Cocoa Vino.

2 comments December 19th, 2005

For the Aunt & Uncle | Udon Noodle Bowl

I think this makes the perfect gift because it’s an item someone might not purchase but would love to receive. Not only is it ergonomic — it’s designed to be held with only one hand and can hold a pair of chopsticks — but its sleek design makes for great conversation.

$30 at Flavour Design.

1 comment December 19th, 2005

For the Man who has Everything | Annelli Collection Guild Cufflinks

What does one get the man who has Everything?  Something extravagant, and something unique, to be sure.  But where do you go?  One of our readers, Julia, turned our attention to the Annelli Collection. 

We love their custom made cufflinks, especially their Money Changers Guild Cufflinks (shown at left).  This particular piece is shown in sterling silver and custom colored blue enamel.  Each piece is individually handcrafted in Italy the original artisanal way with wax molds.  Orders generally take 6-8 weeks, but they’re carrying limited stock on hand for the holiday season.

$400 at Annelli Collection.
 

3 comments December 16th, 2005