Friday 23 December 2011

25 Christmas gifts for her



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"It’s stereotypical, but so true: Women love chocolate."
The holidays are the perfect time of year to show that special someone just how much you care. But nothing says “I don’t know you very well” like a gift card. Steer clear of clichés with the help of our holiday gift guide: 25 Gifts For Her.
 
Whether she’s a hopeless romantic or a techie, we have her covered. She’ll appreciate these personable presents and the care you took in picking them out.
 
The sexy, smart and sophisticated gifts on this list are affordable (with the exception of one major splurge) and will undoubtedly be put to good use. So, gentlemen, when you’re playing Santa this year, consult this guide to find the perfect gift for your girl.

25 Christmas gifts for her

Hot chocolates - Credit: Williams-Sonoma.comWilliams-Sonoma hot chocolate

Nothing’s cozier than coming in from the cold and sipping some rich hot chocolate. These two flavors will satisfy her taste buds all winter long, and she’ll be more than happy to share the deliciousness with you. Price: $19.50 Buy it here




Kate Spade Desktop Calendar - Credit: KateSpade.comKate Spade desktop calendar

Help a girl manage her hectic life with this multipurpose planner. This 12-month calendar lets her map out her personal and professional life, keep track of important contacts and even leaves room for doodling.
Price: $20
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Godiva gift box - Credit: Godiva.comGodiva holiday truffle gift box

It’s stereotypical, but so true: Women love chocolate. This Godiva gift set will allow your lady to pick and choose -- dark chocolate, milk chocolate, eggnog, or spicy gingerbread? The choice is hers. Melt her heart with the gift of holiday truffles that melt in her mouth.
Price: $15
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Alphabet letter bag - Credit: AlphabetBags.comAlphabet letter bag

Simple, functional and personalized, this tote will be any girl’s best friend. She might use it as a purse, a gym bag or a briefcase, but she’ll definitely use it. This no-frills tote will be much appreciated and will quickly become an indispensable part of her day-to-day life.
Price: $20
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Vanity Fair magazine - Credit: VanityFair.comVanity Fair, one year subscription

Fashion, pop culture and politics -- she’ll be grateful for a yearlong subscription to the one magazine that brings them all together. This reasonably priced coffee-table conversation starter is really a gift that keeps on giving -- for 12 months.
Price: $12
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Hanky Panky thongs - Credit: NeimanMarcus.comHanky Panky low-rise thongs

These Hanky Panky underwear are sexy and sweet. Barely there and completely comfortable, this lacy lingerie lets your girl know you want to see her in next to nothing, but you realize she’s too sophisticated for the kind of lingerie in cheesy male fantasies.
Price: $18
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Diptyque candle - Credit: SpaceNK.comDiptyque patchouli candle

Let your thoughtfulness shine bright with this luxurious French candle. Sex and the City brought them to mainstream popularity, but women around the world have coveted these decadent candles for nearly 50 years.
Price: $28
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MAC lipstick - Credit: Macys.comMAC red lipstick

She might not dress up like a pinup girl all the time, but she’ll love MAC’s red lipstick for those extra-glamorous nights when she really brings the va va voom. Help her unleash her inner glamour girl with a bold and beautiful lip color that lets her know just how sexy you think she is.
Price: $14.50
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Quinn throw blanket - Credit: CrateAndBarrel.comQuinn throw blanket

When you’re not there to keep her warm, let her settle for the next best thing: this comfortable throw from Crate & Barrel. Every cold winter night she snuggles up in this blanket, she’ll think of cuddling up with you.
Price: $29.95
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Zodiac charm necklace - Credit: UncommonGoods. comZodiac charm necklace

Whether or not she puts much stock in astrology, she’ll love that you researched her birthday and her sign when picking out this necklace. And even if your stars don’t align, she’ll always treasure this hip, personalized necklace.
Price: $32
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Wool fingerless gloves - Credit: Etsy.comWool fingerless gloves

The weather might be icy, but her phone is still blowing up. Help keep her hands warm while keeping her fingers free with these wool gloves. This way she can text on through those frigid temps.
Price: $19.50
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Vase - Credit: FredFlare.comRecycled windshield bubble vase

This unique statement piece is perfect in any room. Made from recycled glass, this vase is both aesthetically pleasing and eco-friendly.
Price: $22
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Cupcake making kit - Credit: Amazon.comCupcake making kit

Help her unleash her inner domestic goddess with this cupcake-making kit. Give the gift of sugar, spice and everything nice with this assortment of cupcake-making recipes and supplies.
Price: $20.95
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OPI nail polish - Credit: Amazon.comOPI Burlesque holiday 2010 nail polish

Give her the gift of glitter on her fingertips. Any of OPI’s 2010 metallic holiday colors, inspired by the movie Burlesque, will bring some extra sparkle to her holiday season.
Price: $4.05
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Corkscrew - Credit: BarnesAndNoble.comElectric blue push-button corkscrew

Who says girls don’t like gadgets? She’ll love this shiny, light-up wine opener that’s as entertaining to watch as it is easy to use.
Price: $30
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Knit beret - Credit: KarmaLoop.comThe Ginger snapped knit beret

This slouchy, black beret will never go out of style. Give her this versatile winter essential, and she will be warm and thankful.
Price: $30
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Chanel No. 5 perfume - Credit: Sephora.comChanel No. 5 perfume

This timeless, classy scent makes her feel elegant and refined. It’s a legendary fragrance with a delicate floral scent that brings out the romantic in every woman.
Price: $80
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iPod Nano - Credit: Apple.comiPod Nano

Make her life more musical with this smaller, sleeker version of the clunky old iPod she used to have. For extra points, program it with a playlist of her favorite songs.
Price: $149
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FlipCam - Credit: TheFlip.comFlipCam

Even if she’s no technical wizard, she’ll make magic happen with this simple shoot-and-share camera. This affordable video recorder will capture all of her priceless holiday memories on film.
Price: $150
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Rocky Mountain products - Credit: RockyMountainSoap.comProducts from Rocky Mountain Soap

Shower her with luscious, all-natural soaps. These eco-friendly fresh bath and body products are chemical-free and great for her skin. The six-soap sample, for $15, adds a little variety to her shower routine.
Price: $15
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Kindle - Credit: Amazon.comKindle

With this portable e-book reader, she can read her favorite books, newspapers and blogs on the go. Whether she’s a fan of vampire novels or Shakespeare, she’ll put the long-lasting Kindle to good use.
Price: $139
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Chanel J12 watch - Credit: Amazon.comChanel J12 watch

If you shell out a couple grand, she’ll be happy to tell you what time it is. The Chanel J12 watch is definitely a splurge, but this timeless timekeeper will last a lifetime.
Price: $3,690
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Bottle of champagne - Credit: ThinkstockBottle of champagne

You can’t go wrong with a bottle of bubbly. Make her feel like she’s worth celebrating by treating her to a champagne toast.
Price: Varies.






Leo Fuschs book - Credit: Amazon.comLeo Fuchs book

This book is a beautiful collection of Hollywood legends (mostly shot in black-and-white). She’ll love flipping the pages of iconic stars caught in an age before their every moments were captured by the paparazzi.
Price: $40.05
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Victoria's Secret pajama - Credit: VictoriasSecret.comVictoria's Secret Pajama

Baby, it’s cold outside. Help her stay warm and feel like an Angel with these Victoria’s Secret flannel pajamas.
Price: $39.50
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