the holiday gift guide: classic gifts

Still on the hunt for a perfect gift? Me too -- it honestly feels like it never ends, and the scary fact that Christmas is a mere 17 days away (14 hours...12 minutes...jk.) has me thinking of what it takes to get those really tough candidates crossed off my list. 
Here's a list of classic gifts -- pieces that will stand the test of time, and are guaranteed to make your giftee jumping for joy. Think mom, sister, the girl who has it all -- these picks might be a little more pricey, but she'll probably have it for, like ever (or something close to it): 
1. Kate Spade Copa Cabana Wallet $89 (on sale! from $178) 2. Michael Kors Large Gold Runway Watch $275 3. Longchamp Le Pilage Large tote $145 4. Coach Willis Bag $298 5. J. Crew $125 (select colors on sale for $98/$59) 6. Kate Spade Open Spade earring $48 7. Cashmere-lined Leather Gloves $98 (on sale! some colors $59) 8. Coach Single Legacy Tassel $38 9. Club Monaco Celine Cashmere Scarf $198 10. Heaven & Heath Snow Glob Ornament $18 11. Catbird Classic Heart Studs in Silver $64 12. iPad Mini $329 + up 13. Kate Spade Bow Watch $195 14. Monogram Jewelry Box $78 15. Polka Dot PJ Set $24.99 16. Alice in Wonderland by Lewis Carroll $17.99 17. Club Monaco Skye Cocktail Ring $49 18. YSL "La Laque Couture" Nail Lacquer Set of 3 (a $75 value) $60 19. The Frankie Pump in Snake Print $228 20. Framed Giclee Print by Andy Warhol $74 21. Pearl Bee Earrings $80 (I have a very similar pair by Kate Spade and I LOVE them!) 22. Dipped Toile Dessert Plates $12 each 23. Monogram Passport Holder $135 24. Kate Spade Monogram Note Cards $26
::Want more? Visit the rest of my Holiday Gift Guide for 80+ gifting ideas::
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the holiday gift guide: gifts for girls

As difficult as guys are to shop for, I find that getting gifts for my mom or girlfriends can sometimes be twice as challenging. Here's a list of sparkly, girly, and bold gifts that any girl would love (myself included), and all priced under $160: 
1. Animal Skater Dress $72 2. Bow a Dear Necklace $49 3. XOXO Bangle $38 4. Sidewalk Skimmer in Glitter $118 5. Trunks Full of Taste Shaker Set $9.99 (on sale!) 6. BCBG Studded Retro Headphones $68 7. Kiss the Cook Cheese Board $38 8. Catbird Star Ring in Gold $96 9. Tory Burch Coley Slippers $135 10. Cat Ears Watch 11. Paper Fashion 2013 Calendar $30 12. Nars Kiss Mini Lip Gloss set (a $94 value) $45 13. Crystal Cluster Earrings $99 14. Kate Spade Winking Wallet $158 15. JCrew Heartbreaker Sweater $98 16. Cashmere Heart Gloves $58 17. Rhinestone Link Bracelet $24.80 18. Kate Spade Sprinkles Cosmetic Case $138 19. Cupcake Soap Dispenser $14 20. Fox Glass Set of 4 $49.99 21. Dot Marc Jacobs Perfume $69 22. A La Mode Poster $20-$50 23. Madewell Checked Blanket Scarf $88 24. Sole Society Carlee pump $49.95 25. DKNY Crossbody $143 (on sale from $205)

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the holiday gift guide: under $25

Since our first snowfall came and went (on the east coast at least), it's beginning to look a lot like Holiday Shopping Time. Boo, I know. To help relieve the headache that holiday shopping often is, I've made a list* of little somethings that are all under $25 (and totally cute):

1. J. Crew Fair Isle Socks $16.50

2. Mr. & Mrs. Cocktail Glass Set $18

3. Urban Outfitters Camo iPhone Case $16

4. Kate Spade Bobby Pins $18

5. Forever 21 Bow Bracelet $10.50

6. Stila All is Bright Lip Glaze Set $25 (a $110 value)

7. Ban.do Heart Shoe Clips $25

8. Madewell Bulldog Studs $18

9. Free People Arrow Midi Ring $18

10. Gap Reverse Fair Isle Hat $19.95
11. Honey Dew Lace Boyshort $18 each
12. Knock Knock Procrastinator Pen $14
13. The Perfect Start to Your Day Cookbook $19.95
14. Sir Walrus Bottle Opener $18
15. Debora Lippmann 'Cleopatra in New York' Nail Lacquer $18
16. Old Navy Men's Camo Shirt $25 (on sale + limited online, but check your stores)
17. Fresh Balsam Candle $20
18. Jeweliq Royal Bubble Earrings $17
19. Fraidy Cat Flashlight $9.99
20. Colorful Fair Isle Gloves $8.80
21. The Little Dictionary of Fashion by Christian Dior $20
22. Kate Spade Supercalifragilipstic $25

*rollover to see the numbers! adorable sequins thanks to pugly pixel

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Congrats to the Jeweliq Giveaway WINNER: 
Shira of Sequins & Polka Dots --Lucky #1!! 
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