Kaboom! Under $100 Gift Guide

Ok, so I've told you what I want. But, Cynthia, you ask, what about everybody else?

Harumph.

Ok, ok, I suppose they DO need presents, too. So in order to help you gather up those gifts for the friends, fam, and sig others in your life, I have put together this wee little holiday guide. I have also kept the current economic environment in mind: these gifts are all under 100 macaroons. Mmmm...macaroons...

Anyway, enjoy!

HER


MEDIUM $

1. Red Croc Clutch Wallet, $38: Every lady needs a clutch. Not only is this little faux crocodile skin clutch adorable, it is affordable as all get-out. The perfect thing for a working gal: use it as a wallet during the day, then dump the frumpy-dumpy bag and sport this little number at night!

2. Ice Cream Cone Charm, $48: Charm bracelts are back in a big way. Add to your favorite ladies' collection with this sweet little ice cream charm that looks good enough to lick. But don't actually lick it - that would be gross, and rather creepy.

3. Cupcake Bank, $48: I like cupcakes. I like money. If only there was some way to join the two...TADA! Now there is!!!

HIGH $

4. Snow Bunny Ski Goggles, $98: Your gal a snow bunny? Keep her protected and cool on the slopes with these fab ski goggles, care of Juicy Couture.

5. Italian Leather Calf Hair Regina Gloves, $89: Everyone needs gloves all the time. Trust me - it is the guft that keeps on giving (delectable warmth, that it). These houndstooth gloves are positively beautiful, and made to last. What better way to show her you adore her?


HIM


MEDIUM $

1. Nylon Flask, $55: A flask is one of those coming-of-age gifts that never get old. But this flask is better than your average flask, because SKULL. Also, the careful embroidery is just fancy enough to say "I'm fancy" and just subtle enough to say "I am not dainty AT ALL." It's the tuxedo tee of the flask world.

2. Leather Cuff, $55: I am generally not a huge fan of the man-jewelry, but I always appreciate a great cuff. They are durable, and a great little accent to almost any ensemble. Besides, if you get him the man jewelry, he can't screw it up, and come home with a diamond grill or something...

HIGH

3. Species by the thousands: bearded man sweatshirt, $76: What do you do when you favorite dood refuses to grow out his potentially awesome beard? You BUY HIM ONE, of course.

4. PERSONAL POCKETKNIFE, $98: I am going to tell you a secret: every boy wants a pocketknife (if they say they don't, they are FILTHY LIARS, and possibly a lady in disguise). It makes them feel part boyscout/part knife wielding Texas Ranger. You can have it engraved with their name to make it special, or show them you really love them, and have it engraved with the word "ASS." You can thank me later...

5. Flannel Lounge Pants, $98: Who says bedtime has to make us look like frumpy louts? Get that guy some suspendered jamas, and he will look ready to party even when he is drooling on his pillow. A must-have for the campus crowd: you will stop look like the tool wandering around in your drab jammys.


THEM


LOW $

1. (PVC) Windrider Bicycle Clips, Gijs Bakker, 2007, $15: Get your favorite bicyclist these totally sweet bike clips, and save their pant legs from the maw of there wrathful ten-speed. It's also a scientific fact that wings make you ride faster.

2. WINE BOTTLE CANDELABRA, $20: This candelabra is the perfect gift for your favorite diy couple: it's elegance and homespun charm would make any space simply divine.

MEDIUM $

3. Jonathon Adler love/hate mug, $24: As an avid (obsessive) tea-drinker, I am always on the hunt for the perfect mug. The perfect mug must be: a.large b.good handle c.beautiful. This duo by design virtuoso Jonathan Adler meet all those requirements, and are an utterly unique and captivating addition to anyone's cupboard.

4. SUNDANCE-MADE WINE TUMBLERS, SET OF 6, $60: Glassblowers from Guadalajara, Mexico, melt down beverage bottles and to create these beautiful tumblers. Each one is a unique piece of art, with the additional gift of reusable resources for your environmentally conscious friends.

HIGH $

5. Bronze Bird Feet Sculpture, $95: This sculpture is the kind of thing that would be an ideal addition to almost any decorative style room. It is both beautiful and whimsical, and sure to be a conversation piece for years to come.

6. "Gather" Sign, $98: This beautiful sheet steel sign created by Amish craftsmen in Lancaster County sends a beautiful message of community and family, as well as looking totally aces.

What are your favorite gift suggestions?