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Gift Ideas for Women This Holiday Season

by StyleList Staff (Subscribe to StyleList Staff's posts)
Posted Dec 9th 2009 at 7:51PM  
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Coming up with a great gift idea for everyone on your list is a daunting task so we've done the heavy lifting (er, shopping) to find the best buys on the market this season. From recently released books to holiday-themed beauty kits to designer sunglasses, we've got it all. Click through the gallery to see style selections for the DIY darling, the dancing diva, the classic mom, the boho babe, and the design-minded guru.

We hope you find something that strikes your fancy! And if not yours, then somebody else's!


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The Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide 2009
Find the perfect present for everyone on your list! (Well, almost everyone. You may have to look elsewhere for great Uncle Ned.) Happy shopping!
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Holiday Style Gift Guide

This darling DIY-type knows how to stretch a buck. She always buys quality items that are either on the cheap, on sale, or just opts to make it herself. She probably has a penchant for vintage shopping, just like the lovely Zooey Deschanel.

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Red Hot Hair Accessories

Just because you're pinching pennies doesn't mean your hair should suffer. Nab this cherry red styling set - complete with hair stylist favorite blow dryer and straightening iron - and save $100 off the normal retail price.

FHI Heat Holiday Combination Set, $199 (Savings of $100), featuring the Nano Weight Pro 1900 Blow Dryer and Technique 1-inch Styling Iron, both in red. Available at 877-FHI-HEAT or online at fhiheat.com.

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Bargain Beauty

Believe it or not, this gorgeous, gem-encrusted, leather-wrapped makeup kit is packed with 32 full size eye shadows, 16 lip-glosses and four blushes and worth a whopping $686. But economy-minded Tarte is offering it for a mere $52. Love them!

Tarte Treasure Chest Limited Edition Palette, $52 ($686 Value!), packed with 32 eye shadows, 16 lipglosses and four blushes; available at Sephora and online at Sephora.com.

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A Faux-Fur Topper

Winter weather won't get our girl down and she'll be grinning all the way to the ice skating rink with this inexpensive faux-fur hat.

Tommy Hilfiger trapper hat, $24, available at Tommy Hilfiger stores.

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Do It Yourself Design

Natalie Chanin reveals the secrets to her famous hand-stitched garments, and accessories and accoutrement in this DIY book. Find your pattern and then pick up the matching kit at the designer's online store.

Alabama Chanin Stitch Book, $24, and do-it-yourself kit Rose Shawl Kit, $62, available at Alabamachanin.com.

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Wine Not?

This refined glassware comes at a bargain price which makes clinking in the new year that much sweeter.

Ridel Vimum Bordeaux Glasses (8 for the price of 6), $150, available at Terence Conran Shop.

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Green Bagging It

Legendary accessory designer Carlos Falchi has created a ssssuper collection of faux-snakeskin bags for Target. This sizable satchel can go from a coffee run to a night out on the town.

Large Faux-Snakeskin Collage Satchel in Green by Carlos Falchi for Target, $49, available at Target stores nationwide and Target.com.

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This category appeals for the fun-loving scenester in your life. She revels in fashion's latest trends and all of the industry's glitz and glamour. Much like Beyoncé', she knows where to go to tear up the dance floor. And be sure that she'll look good doing it.

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Red Hot

What woman wouldn't love a quilted bag for Christmas? Channel Santa for your sweetie with Marc Jacobs' fiery red purse.

Marc Jacobs "The Single" bag, $525, available at
Nordstrom and Bloomingdale's nationwide.

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Shady Lady

Tory Burch's empire has recently expanded to include eyewear. Snap up a pair of the designer's new retro-inspired of shades.

Tory Burch Wayfarer Sunglasses with Metal Temple, $165, available at Toryburch.com.

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Dewayne, 12-12-2009, 6:26PM

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It is indeed the nature of the beast. I often struggle to stay focused when shopping for clients. Fortunately for me. I work with women.

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lulu, 12-16-2009, 12:12PM

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Mademoiselle Slassi! The hats/hair pieces are very French Chic!
http://www.queeneco.com/blog_/Fashion_&_Style/Trends_&_Style/1/137

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