A Valentine's Box for your dog. It does strike me as a little over the top, but then what's life without the simple pleasure of indulging others? And if there was ever anybody worth indulging it's that little (or big) companion that sticks by you no matter what -- ignoring your bad moods and loving you unconditionally. The box contains an assortment of dog-friendly chocolate-looking treats made of organic ingredients (not chocolate) and a big bouncy strawberry chew toy that's made of recycled materials. It's so pretty it looks almost as fun to give as it will be for Fido to get! $29.95Posts with tag gift
A Valentine's Box for Pampered Pooches
A Valentine's Box for your dog. It does strike me as a little over the top, but then what's life without the simple pleasure of indulging others? And if there was ever anybody worth indulging it's that little (or big) companion that sticks by you no matter what -- ignoring your bad moods and loving you unconditionally. The box contains an assortment of dog-friendly chocolate-looking treats made of organic ingredients (not chocolate) and a big bouncy strawberry chew toy that's made of recycled materials. It's so pretty it looks almost as fun to give as it will be for Fido to get! $29.95What Do Billionaires Want For Christmas?
What does a billionaire want for Christmas? And what does he or she buy for billionaire friends and family? Obviously anybody with that much money already has pretty much everything that can be bought with said money, so it should be no surprise that on the top of the list is one of the few things that can't: time spent with family. Yacht charters, ski trips, and other family vacations are some of the hottest items this holiday season, but other popular gifts for the uber-wealthy include commissioned biographies and personalized gifts to unique or meaningful charities.
And of course there's always that guy who wants the NM Gem Triton 1000 Submarine for $1,440,000. Go figure.
Diamond Charm Bracelet Starter Set
The charm bracelet never truly seems to go out of style. John Christian has created a new "Jewelry for Life™ Collection diamond charm bracelet collection. A starter set of a 14K white gold bracelet and one charm sells for $790. The charms are available in numerals, letters and a variety of different shapes. Each charm has approximately .10 carats total weight of G color VS1 clarity diamonds. The charms are on swiveling lobster claw fasteners that let you easily move the charms around on the bracelet. Each additional charm is $490.
Fusebox Wine Blending Kit
Ooooh, here's a fun gift for a wine lover: "fusebox," a wine blending kit from Crushpad. Although giving an actual bottle of wine is always nice, this is something much more unique and interesting. It brings a professional wine-making experience home and makes for a fun, educational, wine-drinking good time.The kit has everything needed for a group of four to have fun learning how the best wines are blended, including 6 bottles of some of Napa's best blending wines, a Mystery Wine for testing skill and playing an online game, a graduated cylinder with 4 pipettes, evaluation cards, tasting placemats, recipe cards, a vinography aroma card, and a corkscrew. $120
Bill Amberg Watch Roll
I usually don't travel all that much, but recently I have been and it's made me realize just how terrible I am at packing and taking care of my jewelry and accessories when I'm on the go. So if you know any travelers, or if you're one yourself, something like this Watch Roll by Bill Amberg might be something to consider this gift-giving season. Made of fine leather with a removable inner suede roll, it will keep your timepieces beautifully safe. Black, brown, or tan with a bright purple lining. $280
Tolkien Limited Edition Novel: The Children of Húrin
If you or someone on your Christmas list is a fan of famed author J.R.R. Tolkien then this might be the perfect thing: the first new story by Tolkien in over 30 years available in a luxury limited edition of 500 copies. Called The Children of Húrin, the story is set in a time well before that of The Lord of the Rings and was edited from various manuscripts by Tolkien's son Christopher.
Each edition is signed and numbered by Christopher Tolkien and Oscar winner Alan Lee and comes hand bound in the finest leather with a hand-sewn spine for the ultimate in beauty and durability. £350
Oprah's Favorite Things 2007
One of the ultimate compliments that can be paid to a product is a seal of approval from one of the most influential women alive: Oprah Winfrey. Getting on her "Oprah's Favorite Things" list has got to be a nice feeling and a nice boost for sales -- even for already well-established brands and products. It must be nice for Oprah to have people so interested in sharing her personal preferences in everything from electronics to cupcakes that it warrants a whole show. and (generous spirit that she is) she of course gave all these goodies to one lucky live audience in Macon, Georgia. Oh to be part of that group on that day -- they cleaned up! Gallery: Oprah's Favorite Things 2007
Craftsman 22k Gold Plated Wrench Set
Guys always love tools, and although getting wrenches is almost always useful (they get left and lost everywhere) it's hardly exciting -- getting more wrenches is kinda like getting more socks: oh yay. But these wrenches are something else altogether: available from Sears, this Craftsman 4 pc. set of full polish reversible ratcheting standard wrenches is fully plated in 22k gold. Set comes in an engraved walnut display box and is adorned with the 80th anniversary logo. A truly unique luxury gift for the guy who's got everything! $119.99
Leather Wine Presentation Case
Tis soon to be the season of gift-giving, which means many the wine bottle will be exchanged for everything from an offering to the host of a dinner party to an all-out Christmas gift to a wine connoisseur. And even if it's just a gift for yourself, maybe as a way to help deflect some of the holiday stresses we're all so familiar with, this Leather Wine Presentation Case from Royce Leather is both a handy and stylish way to indulge.
It's lined with suede, well padded, and features an attractive zip-around design. Available in 3 colors (black, coco, and tan) there's also a two-bottle size available for twice the toting pleasure. $72
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Usiku Organic Bath & Body Collection
We're not there yet but the holidays are just around the corner, and along with them all the stress of thinking up gift ideas for everybody and finding time to shop. Some bath and body products probably belong on your shopping list regardless, whether as a gift for someone or just a way to help yourself relax amidst the annual holiday stresses, and I'm thinking the Usiku Organic Bath Collection sounds particularly good since they work for men or women and I love all things organic (not to mention the fragrance description sounds heavenly).
The collection from Jo Wood includes body soap, body lotion, body oil, and bath oil, and prices range from $24-$125 each.
Hilary Duff's Birthday Mercedes
Having a celebrity girlfriend who can pretty much buy herself whatever she wants could have posed a challenge for hockey player Mike Comry when sweetheart Hilary Duff's birthday came around, but if it did he managed not to show it and pulled off a wonderful gift with flying colors. He surprised her with a week-early birthday present of a Mercedes-Benz G-class SUV sitting in her garage. Apparently she had been talking about getting a new vehicle for awhile beforehand, but she never suspected the $100,000+ gift. He actually had her thinking she was getting shoes, of all things.THANKS by Allan McCollum
It can be difficult to think of the perfect way to say 'thank you' to someone, but how about giving them something physical that will always remind them how grateful you are? The THANKS tablet by Allan McCollum is made of solid resin, measures 3.75"L x 1.25"W x 1"H, and carries the word THANKS in bold lettering. Based on the notion that art gains significance not by its creation or display, but by its exchange between people, giving this tablet is a classy, unique, and lasting way to let everyone from family to strangers know how you feel.Lizzie Scheck Spinner "I Love You" Necklace
A heart is an easy enough piece for Valentine's Day but how about this spinner necklace from one our favorite jewelry designers, Lizzie Scheck, The simple gold disk has a collection of seemingly random letters on the front and back which spell out "I Love You" when it is spun. Scheck also does the more traditional diamond heart, or a pair of golden handcuffs if you are feeling particularly racy. The spinner necklace sells for $435. Cute but how often are you going to have people squinting at your chest asking why you are wearing vowels around your neck?Tea On The Go Package
I love ordering tea in a restaurant when they bring over the wooden box full of many selections. You can get a bit of this experience on the fly with this cute tea kit. It was designed for Leaf, the London tea shop by Parisian designers les Petites Emplettes. There were 500 of these limited edition tea travel kits made and only 25 in London. The kit has six mini tins that hold a one or two cups worth of tea and there are also paper filters all wrapped up in a felt bag. The kit sells for $95 from Hello Delicious, a new online boutique that specializes in gourmet delights.Pianegonda Trait D'Union Multi-Strand Heart and Circle Bracelet
Looking for a Valentine's Day gift that shows your love without being overtly sappy and borderline corny? Perhaps the heart shaped box chocolates and teddy bears have been done one too many times? Then the Pianegonda Trait D'Union Multi-Strand Heart and Circle Bracelet is a perfect candidate. The sexy sterling silver chain bracelet allows you to show your love and sense of style. It features a snap hook closure and measures at 7.3" in length. Price: $343.
