Miami.com Holiday Gift Guide - 2011

Miami.com Holiday Gift Guide - 2011

Tis the season to go shopping. Here are some gift ideas for the holiday season, with a distinct Miami flavor.
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A STAR IS WORN

Delicate and dainty, this 16-karat gold plated brass star hangs on a gold-filled chain. The Wish necklace ($45) is perfect for the super stars on your gift list. Available at www.lolajamesjewelry.com
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DON’T PASS ON THIS GRASS

Part techie, part neat freak, this grass charging station ($24) is just the thing for the OCD gadget lovers in your life. Hide messy cables with this faux lawn for desktops. Available at Urban Outfitters, Aventura Mall, 19501 Biscayne Boulevard, Aventura.
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OLD SCHOOL MEETS NEW

Kiss your bluetooth head piece goodbye and say hello to the POP Phone ($30). A must-have amongst the hipster set, this cell phone handset combines classic style with a modern twist. POP Phone, available at Bloomingdales Aventura and The Falls.
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GUITAR HERO

For the aspiring guitarist, here’s the jam - the Fret Light Guitar ($499) includes the world’s only built-in LED learning system. Rock on! Fret Light Guitar is available at www.fretlight.com
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LIGHT UP THE NIGHT

Ideal for the constant-makeup-toucher-upper on your list, the Les Tai Tai Model Mirror ($25) is a compact mirror with built-in LED lights. Consider it the must-have in every gal’s handbag. Available in a spate of bold colors and prints at www.b-glowing.com
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SIRI WANTS BETTER CLOTHES

Your cell phone is your BFF. So dress anyone’s iPhone or BlackBerry up in a glamorously personalized Dabney Lee cell phone case ($56). Dabney Lee cell phone cases are available at Miami-based website www.linealuxe.com
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PUT A RING ON IT

Send her heart aflutter with this Druzy Butterfly Ring ($178). A little bling goes a long way - but you already knew that. Butterfly ring available at Mia, 1439 Alton Road, Miami Beach; 305-532-6064.
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WRITE ON

Not every day is eventful but Keel’s Simple Diary ($15) offers structure for those who don’t have time to wonder. Filled with refreshing philosophy, this diary is spot-on for the wordy types on your list. Available at Taschen Books, 1111 Lincoln Road, Miami Beach
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GAME ON

If a heated game of backgammon is their thing, then this nifty Jonathan Adler needlepoint backgammon board ($298) in a white acrylic tray is calling their name. Available at Jonathan Adler, 180 N.E. 39th St., Miami.
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BEAUTY BOOTY FOR ALL

Think of Birch Box as the get-gorgeous gift that keeps on giving. For $10 a month, the biz delivers luxury women’s or men’s beauty samples to your door on a monthly basis. Birch Box is available at www.birchbox.com
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ON THE ROCKS

If your man takes his scotch on the rocks, then Whiskey Stones ($20) will help him keep his cool. These soapstone cubes keep liquor cool without diluting the drink. Cheers! Available at Utique Shop vending machine at Aventura Mall, 19501 Biscayne Blvd.
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SLIP AND PRIDE

For the natty boys in your circle, slide a pair of Miami-based Del Toro slippers ($225) under the tree. Monogrammed with college logos, bull, bird, car, monogram and sailboat designs, they are perfect for the preppy set. Available at www.deltoroshoes.com
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BABY, LET'S TALK

Tired of talking about the weather? Consider Table Topics ($25) as the way to get the conversation started with family, friends, men, kids and teens. Each cube holds over 100 thought-provoking questions. Available at Nordstrom stores and www.tabletopics.com
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BRING ON THE BUBBLY

For the guy or gal who has everything, Beau Joie champagne ($75) in a 100 percent copper encasing is over-the-top luxury. The added bonus? No sugar added means no next-day hangover. Brilliant. Available at www.beaujoiechampagne.com
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CARDIO KING

If the guy or gal on your gift list's idea of fun is hitting the gym, lifting kettlebells and running 6 miles, then Fashletics jewelry ($15 and up) is IT. Available at www.fashletics.com
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