Soft Launch of New Personal Shopping Service for Gifts - That Perfect Something

When I first started this blog last February, I mentioned that I was planning to start a personal shopping service for gifts. Well, I'm happy to announce that I'll finally be launching my business - That Perfect Something this February. That Perfect Something offers Gift Consulting, Gift Concierge, and Gift Shopping Companion services. I'll let you know when we'll begin to take orders, but in the meantime you can preview my new venture at http://www.thatperfectsomethingnyc.com/ and see how these services will assist you with all your gift buying and gift giving needs.

Lois Loves - Red Envelope Message Collar Stays

Well another great holiday for gifts is around the corner - Valentine's Day. In honor of V-Day I'll post some gift ideas over the next two weeks. I think you'll love this gift I found at Red Envelope . You can always count on Red Envelope to deliver unique gifts and they don't disappoint with their Message Collar Stays . There are 12 collar stays in each set and each set has a different message. You can either get the PG set or the Racy set. The racy collar stays contain messages like, "A surprise is waiting", "That tie will be useful", and "I want you always". The PG collar stays contain messages like, "You follow your dreams", "You keep my secrets", and "You laugh at my jokes". These collar stays are a great way to let your significant other always remember you are thinking of him. The collar stays can be purchased for $35 or $40 with personalization.

Holiday Gift Ideas - Emporio Armani (Product) Red Julia Roberts Bracelet

I not only love the look of the Emporio Armani (Product) Red Julia Roberts Bracelet, but I also love the fact that an average of 40% of the gross profit margin sales of Emporio Armani (Product) Red products goes to the Global Fund to fight AIDS. The bracelet is made out of leather and sterling silver. And, a banyan tree with the words "Revolution, Evolution, and Devotion" are embossed at the top. You can purchase this bracelet for $195.

Holiday Gift Ideas - Gardener's Essential tool kit

One of the things I hate about living in an apartment is that there is no backyard to do any gardening. I'm looking forward to moving to a place where I can plant flowers, herbs, and vegetables. But, I know that when I'm ready to start gardening, I'll need to purchase gardening tools. So, I was happy to come across the Gardener's Essential Tool Kit at Brookstone. Anyone who loves to garden will appreciate this great kit as a gift. This well stocked kit includes a cultivator, narrow weeder, trowel, planter, dibble, and fork, Two rustproof, aluminum/brass spray nozzles: 2-way shower/mister, and 3-way adjustable spray nozzle, 6-piece hose connector set with a Y connector and a 3-piece pruning set. This kit is a great buy for only $100.

Holiday Gift Ideas - Elsa Peretti Bean Money Clip

Who said money clips were just for men? Elsa Peretti's Bean Money Clip will appeal to many women. It's the perfect size for a clutch or a small handbag. I love the sterling silver material and its clean design. It's also a great gift for a trendy male who doesn't want to look like everyone else. Purchase it at www.tiffany.com for $135.

Holiday Gift Ideas - Sephora Fragrance Sampler for her and for him

Have you ever wanted to get someone a fragrance but you hesitated because you were unsure if they would like it? Sephora has solved this problem with its Fragrance Samplers for men and women. The samplers contain miniature versions of men and women's fragrances and a gift certificate redeemable for a full sized fragrance bottle. The recipient simply samples each fragrance, chooses their favorite fragrance, fills out the enclosed voucher, and redeems the voucher at a Sephora store. The men's sampler contains samples of Aquolina Blue Sugar, Carolina Herrera 212 Men, Ermenegildo Zegna ZegnaIntenso, Kenneth Cole R.S.V.P., Lacoste Essential, Masaki Matsushima M;Men, Givenchy Very Irresistable Givenchy For Men Fresh Attitude, and Yves Saint Laurent L'Homme, plus a bonus Anthony Logistics for Men Shave Cream. The women's sampler contains samples of Aquolina Pink Sugar, Badgley Mischka, Guerlain My Insolence, Hard Candy Fragrance, Hilary Duff With Love...Hilary Duff, Juicy Couture, Philosophy Inner Grace, Stella McCartney Stella, Vera Wang Princess, and Givenchy Very Irresistable Givenchy Sensual Eau de Parfum, plus an added gift of a refillable atomizer. You can purchase a fragrance sampler for $50.

Holiday Gift Ideas - Stocking Stuffers

These four items are great stocking stuffers, or gifts for co-workers or acquaintances.

1. Bankabank

The other day I was telling a co-worker about my plastic piggy bank that looks exactly like a pig. I jokingly encouraged him to get one, but of course he looked at me like I was crazy. So, when I came across the Bankabank, I knew I found his holiday gift. This innovatively designed piggy bank has a top insert for folded bills or coins and a front insert for coins. It looks great at home or at work. Its also a great tool to help teach your kids how you to save. And, what teenager wouldn't love the modern design. Purchase the Bankabank from www.moderntots.com for $12.

2. Driinn Charging Cable

One of the things that drives me crazy when I charge my cell phone is that the charging cord always seems to be in the way. I always step or trip on the cord. The Driinn Charging Cable solves this problem by providing support for your cell phone and also storing the charging cord. You simply wrap the adapter cord around the Driinn and plug the adapter into the wall socket through the opening in the Driinn. Purchase the Driinn for only $6.00.

3. Snow & Graham Desk Calendar

I currently have a calendar posted on the corkboard behind me in my office. But, I really need a desk calendar that's easily viewable. Fortunately, Snow & Graham created a really classy desk calendar that sits in a clear acrylic base which works as a stand. Each monthly calendar features a botanical design printed on the front and the back. Each month you simply slide the appropriate card into the front of the stand. Purchase this great calendar for $15 at www.seejanework.com.

4. Collision Kit

Like many New Yorkers I don't own a car but, if I did, I would always want to have the Collision Kit in my car. The Collision Kit is a great practical gift for anyone who owns a car. The kit includes a flash camera, a pen, and a clipboard with pre-printed forms to remind you to get all the details of the accident, including information from the other driver(s) and witnesses. There is also an envelope for your insurance card and registration. The Collision Kit fits perfect in the car's glove-compartment and is perfectly priced at $14.95.