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• December 18, 2008 1:40 PM
• Gifts

Furrific! The Coolest Trapper Hats For Men, Women, and Babies...

By Valerie Suter and Karen Day

Perfect for the winter weather, trapper hats bring to mind the rugged American frontier (or Dr. Zhivago… you commie), the well-lined trapper hat is as warm as it is charmingly outlandish. And while we know its unapologetic fluffiness has oft seen it banished to the back of the closet/Siberia, we're feeling its gift potential this season. Say what you will—this year, the trapper's a keeper.

Above, from left: Urban Outfitters Nylon Quilted Bomber, $34, available at Urban Outfitters, Coach Fur Trapper Hat, $398, available at Coach, Urban Outfitters Hunter Earflap, $34, available at Urban Outfitters, Baby Dior Trapper Hat, $125, available at eLuxury, Kangol Wool & Fake Fur Trapper, $58, available at Kangol.

• December 18, 2008 1:09 PM
• Gifts

Ten Super Gifts for $10 and Under

By Marjon Carlos

When it comes to gift-giving, they say it's the thought that counts. But, hmph, we know better. Even if you're challenged by a time crunch, or a limited bank account, giving a lop-sided gift can really just kill the holiday buzz. May we suggest 10 gift options that are under $10—all of which are instant holiday-mood enhancers? From Hooty Owl figurines to Lesser Evil's popcorn baskets, we're sure you'll love these options for their kitch factor, and their price tags.

Above, from left: Know Your Knots Kit, $10, available at Curiosity Shoppe; Solid Gold Pen Set, $10, available at Fred Flare.

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• December 17, 2008 3:47 PM
• Gifts

Money Hungry: 12 Wallets For Your Favorite Cash Cow

By Xiyin Tang

If you're anything like us, there are probably a few gifts from certain hated exes that you simply can't bear to part with…not because of nostalgia, but because they're so damn practical. For us, said separation-anxiety inducing gift is an amazing Marc Jacobs wallet, that we should theoretically get rid of, but really, who wants to pry credit cards out of those itty-bitty slots? So let this be a lesson to you: if you give the gift of a wallet to your loved one, relative, or best friend, chances are they'll hold on to it (and think of you every time they buy their morning latte) for years to come, even if you end up in some apocalyptic fight and they decide to never speak to you again. Luckily, our picks for best wallets speak for themselves.


Above, from left: J. Lindberg Grey Zip Wallet, $152, available at Oak; Comme des Garçons Tartan Small Zip Wallet, $75, available at Tobi.





Above, from left: Botkier Ziggy Continental Wallet, $295, available at Revolve Clothing; Oak turquoise and gold clutch wallet, $38, available at Oak.

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• December 16, 2008 10:56 AM
• Gifts

Santa's Toy Shop! 10 Naughty Gifts For Nice People

By Karen Day

Despite how many times you rescued kittens or helped a little old lady cross the street this year, we think everyone has a naughty side, and Santa's not the only one who knows. This year, indulge your mischievous side with provocative presents for your loved one or gag your friends with gifts that will make them laugh like a bowlful of jelly. We've rounded up 10 items that are sure to please in more ways than one, whether you like to keep things PG, or prefer rated R.

Above, clockwise from left:
Lelo Olga Pleasure Object, $790, available at LELO; EMBER massage candles, $55, available at JimmyJane; Kiki De Montparnasse Dutchess Cuffs, $295, available at Kiki De Montparnasse; Kiki De Montparnasse Make Love Ring, $395, available at Kiki De Montparnasse; Best Of Erotica book, $70, available at powerHouse Books.

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• December 12, 2008 2:02 PM
• Gifts

City Slicker: The Standard + Tony Arcabascio's T-shirts Take to the Streets of Miami, New York, and Los Angeles

By Tina Malred

We know you might have already seen these T's around town, but we figured we'd give 'em a shout out anyway, as they're the brainchild of one of our fave downtown impresarios, Tony Arcabascio. Tony teamed up with Andre Balazs', The Standard, to create this collection of 3 T's featuring graphics that represent the 3 major cities that the famed hotel inhabits: Los Angeles, Miami, and now, lucky for us, New York. Each T-shirt is packaged in its own reusable, nylon, monogramed travel case, making at a super easy, super cool gift for someone on your list.

For more information, and to purchase, go to www.shopthestandard.com

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• December 9, 2008 10:50 AM
• Gifts

Loot Alert! A Pencil Sharpener for the Old-School Would-Be Scribe

By Tina Malred

We writers have come a long way from the Selectric typewriter...heck, does anyone even use pencils anymore? We do. And we're here to tell you, there's a certain unmistakable joy--that visceral feeling that transports us Right Back to Elementary School--in sharpening a pencil. This shiny little machine (under $30!) will keep those #2s sharp and will give the writer in question a little something to do when that pesky thing called "block" descends. Grind away! Writing with paper and pencil is cool.

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