100 gifts for under $100
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There’s art to the gift of giving. Some folks have mastered it; others not so much. It starts with a good eye and an understanding of your own budget. Worried that you might not have what it takes? Not to fret, we’re making things easy this season. From reliable stocking stuffers to hard-to-find items, we’ve got gifts for everyone on your list. Here are more than 100 gift ideas for under $100.
$5 and under
Charles and Ray Eames top
This wooden top bears a design from Southern California designers Charles and Ray Eames’ 1961 exhibit, “Mathematica: A World of Numbers ... & Beyond,” on display at the New York Hall of Sciences in Queens. The top is made from solid walnut and measures 1.5 inches.
Price: $3.50
Where to find: LACMA Museum Store, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles,
https://www.thelacmastore.org/products/charles-ray-eames-mathematica-top
—JL
Space Shuttle Endeavour exhibit
If you missed the flyover or parade through Los Angeles, see the shuttle at the California Science Shuttle. The exhibit, which opened Oct. 30, is accompanied by a companion show, “Endeavour: The California Story,” which includes displays and artifacts.
Price: $2 service charge per ticket; admission to the California Science Center is free
Where to find: California Science Center, 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles; reserve tickets online at
https://www.californiasciencecenter.org/Exhibits/AirAndSpace/endeavour/endeavour.php
—JL
Beanie Baby
These inexpensive stuffed animals were wildly popular in the ‘90s, causing buyers to line up outside of toy stores as they awaited shipments. Interest eventually declined, and the company announced it would stop producing them in 1999. That “shut down” lasted a few months; the company resumed production in early 2000. Little kids (among others) still love them.
Price: About $4.99 each
Where to find: https://world.ty.com/catalog/catPage.cfm?status=Current&lineid=3
—JL
Duncan yo-yo
Yo-yos have been around for centuries, and Duncan Toys Company has been making them for more than 80 years. How can you go wrong?
Price: $3.49 to $4.99 for Classic series yo-yos
Where to find: https://www.yo-yo.com/index.php/site/categories/yo-yos/classic
—JL
Spotify Unlimited
Listen to Spotify, a music streaming service, without ads or time limits. Its catalog includes millions of songs.
Price: $4.99 per month
https://www.spotify.com/us/get-spotify/unlimited/
—JL
Artistic notepad
These small notepads, measuring 3 by 4 inches, are decorated with works and scenes from the Getty Museum.
Price: $5
Where to find: Getty Center Store, 1200 Getty Center Drive, Los Angeles, https://shop.getty.edu/collections/getty-exclusives?page=2
—JL
Emergency clown nose
This foam clown nose was created by professional clowns, so no need to worry about your loved ones making a fool of themselves when they put it on. (Seriously, it was designed by professionals!) One size fits all.
Price: $5
Where to find: UncommonGoods, https://www.uncommongoods.com/product/emergency-clown-nose
—JL
Straw broom
They’re colorful, cheap, extremely practical, and widely available in Chinatown shops and some Asian supermarkets.
Price: About $2, depending on location
Where to find: Los Angeles Chinatown; for location of home stores: https://www.chinatownla.com/businesses.php?c=1&categoryId=27
—JL
“Cleopatra: The Exhibition”
This exhibition, which ends Dec. 31, contains the largest collection of Cleopatra-period artifacts from Egypt ever assembled in the U.S.
Price: $2 service charge per ticket; admission to the California Science Center is free
Where to find: California Science Center, 700 Exposition Park Drive, Los Angeles; reserve tickets online at
https://www.californiasciencecenter.org/Exhibits/SpecialExhibits/Cleopatra/Cleopatra.php
—JL
TAP Card
It’s time to give your family and friends the gift of public transportation. The Expo Line connecting downtown Los Angeles to Culver City debuted this year, and more extensions are scheduled for the next few years.
Price: $1 for the card and $1.50 for each ride
Where to find: Purchase at any Metro station, https://www.metro.net/
—JL
Green Vets LA cloth shopping bag
Several Southland cities including Santa Monica, Pasadena and West Hollywood have already adopted bans on single-use plastic bags at checkout lines, and Los Angeles’ ban will be phased in next year. Stock up on reusable grocery bags. The charity Green Vets LA offers bags made by veterans from scrap material.
Price: $5 ($15 for a 3-pack)
Where to find: Green Vets LA; https://greenvetsla.com/greenvetsla/store/product_info.php?cPath=1&products_id=63
—JL
Soft drinks from Galco’s
This Highland Park grocery store sells more than 500 varieties of soft drinks, so picking a few for even your most particular friends shouldn’t be hard.
Price: About $2 each
Where to find: Galco’s Old World Grocery, 5702 York Blvd., Los Angeles, https://www.galcos.com/
—JL
99 Cents Only tie
The 99 Cents Only Store in Garden Grove carries a surprisingly wide variety of ties, including traditional, skinny, whimsical and serious. The merchandise changes, so call to make sure they have ties in stock.
Price: $.99
Where to find: 99 Cents Only Store, 9920 Westminster Ave., Garden Grove
—JL
Holiday hand sanitizers
‘Tis the season for spreading holiday cheer — and cold germs, so stuff those stockings with a few of these cheery disinfectants.
Price: $1.50
Where to find: Bath & Body Works, https://www.bathandbodyworks.com/family/index.jsp?categoryId=4191860
—JL
Magazine subscription
This gift has nostalgic appeal and is surprisingly inexpensive. Options include InStyle, Travel + Leisure and Cosmopolitan.
Price: $5
Where to find: Amazon, https://www.amazon.com/magazines/b?ie=UTF8&node=599858
—JL
The Republic of Tea traveler’s tins
These quaint and reusable tins come with six tea bags. Flavors include acai green tea, Earl Greyer, blackberry sage and mango Ceylon black tea.
Price: Most $3.99 to $5
Where to find: https://www.republicoftea.com; traveler’s tins only available for some tea varieties
—JL
Prison Pens
These flexible rubber pens, used in actual prisons, are stab proof. You can use them to write letters, but you can’t use them as a weapon. And who doesn’t appreciate that during the holidays?
Price: $2.99 for a pack of 5
Where to find: ThinkGeek, https://www.thinkgeek.com/product/ef22/
—JL
Personalized car cling
They look cute on minivans, so why not your car? They’re each sold separately, so you can buy one or two for now and add more as needed.
Price: $4.95 each
Where to find: https://www.personalizationmall.com/Personalized-Family-Car-Decals-Window-Stickers-p12820.prod?sdest=dept&sdestid=1441&storeid=9&categoryid=1441
—JL
Bamboo back scratcher
These back scratchers measure 16.5 inches and are made from real bamboo.
Price: $1
Where to find: Pier 1 Imports, https://www.pier1.com/Bamboo-Backscratcher/101841,default,pd.html
—JL
$5.01 to $10
Huntington Sweet Orange Marmalade
These 10-ounce jars of marmalade are made from fruit from orange groves once owned by railroad magnate Henry E. Huntington, namesake of Huntington Library in San Marino.
Price: $7.95
Where to find: Huntington Library gift shop, 1151 Oxford Road, San Marino, https://www.shophuntington.org/husworma.html
—JL
Macarons from Bottega Louie
These macarons are on the pricey side, but they’re tasty and come in a nice box.
Price: $10 for 5
Where to find: Bottega Louie, 700 S. Grand Ave., Los Angeles, https://www.bottegalouie.com/
—JL
A Year of Fortunes
The subtitle of this item reads “without the cookies,” so what you get is a little red book (not that little red book) with a printed fortune for each of one year’s 365 days. But no cookie. The fortunes are printed on perforated slips, which make it easier to tear or share. A favorite: “Being hypnotized is no excuse.”
Price: About $10 each
Where to find: American Rag CIE, Kitson, Vroman’s, the Huntington Library, Small World Books
—AS
Fugetsu-do mochi
Fugetsu-do has been making mochi in Los Angeles’ Little Tokyo for more than 100 years. These doughy balls of sweet rice come with fillings such as chocolate, red bean and peanut butter.
Price: Varies, but a variety of selections is available for $10 or less
Where to buy: Fugetsu-do, 315 E. 1st St. Los Angeles; https://www.fugetsu-do.com/
—JL
John Baldessari eraser
This big eraser, measuring 2.5 inches by 2.6 inches, bears a design inspired by Los Angeles artist John Baldessari’s ‘60s work “Wrong.”
Price: $6.95
Where to find: LACMA Museum Store, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, https://www.thelacmastore.org/collections/a-best-sellers/products/baldessari-wrong-eraser
—JL
Bike chain bottle opener
The makers of these bottle openers gather bike parts from across the country. Functioning parts are donated to cycling nonprofits. The rest are resurrected as nifty gadgets such as these bottle openers.
Price: $10
Where to find: UncommonGoods; https://www.uncommongoods.com/product/bike-chain-bottle-opener
—JL
Monopoly Deal
Monopoly Deal is just as fun as its game board version, but it’s quick (games take about half an hour), and you can play pretty much anywhere you can take a deck of cards.
Price: $5.99
Where to find: https://www.hasbro.com/monopoly/en_US/shop/details.cfm?R=F3854DAA-728A-1014-B188-F10137905FA8:en_US
—JL
Troll doll
They’re cute, a touch scary and little kids had herds of them in the ‘90s.
Price: About $10 on Amazon
Where to find: Amazon.com
—JL
Tamagotchi pet
Kids clamored for these digital pets in the ‘90s. You can feed and play with them like normal pets. Unlike normal pets, though, they’re reincarnated by pressing a few buttons.
Price: About $7 on Amazon
Where to find: Amazon.com; also available at Target and Walmart
—JL
Original Slinky
Return to the basics. Slinkies can’t talk, and you can’t use them to surf the Internet, but they’ve been entertaining people since the ‘40s.
Price: $5.50
Where to find: https://www.poof-slinky.com/products-page/slinky/metal/original-slinky%C2%AE/
—JL
“All out of” pad
This is literally a pad with lists of grocery items already printed on it, items that can be checked off when supplies are depleted. Need apples? Check. Yogurt? Check. Paper towels? Check. Now you don’t need to write, only check. And there are a few blank spaces if you need to scribble down something a little unusual, such as … well …. kaffir lime leaves.
Price: $6.50
Where to find: Postal Works, Art Center Student Center, Firefly, Tabula Rasa Essentials Inc., Sepulveda West Car Wash, Rose Café, Pepperdine University bookstore
—AS
Google Play gift card
Paying for digital content may be a foreign concept to some of your loved ones, but with a Google Play gift card, which debuted in August, they can buy Android apps without the unease.
Price: $10; $25 and $50 also available
Where to find: RadioShack, GameStop and Target
—JL
Field Notes
The simplicity and sweetness of this three-pack of notebooks make them eye-catching.
Price: $9.95
Where to find: https://fieldnotesbrand.com/redblooded/
—DG
Business Card Holder
These colorful, acrylic business card holders are a nice change from stuffing cards into a wallet. A cutout notch conveniently helps pull out a card easily.
Price: $9.99
Where to find: Moo Cards, https://us.moo.com/accessories/acrylic-business-card-holder.html
—DG
Flying Chocolate Pig
The genius of the flying chocolate pig is in the combination of bacon and chocolate, which is what the chocolate maker, Vosges, is known for. Filled with “hickory smoked uncured bacon” and “deep milk chocolate,” don’t say no. Say, “Yessss.”
Price: $8
Where to find: Vosges, https://www.vosgeschocolate.com/product/flying_chocolate_pig/gift_ideas_10_30
—DG
Knock-one-back coasters
These drink coasters, which have the words “KNOCK ONE BACK/OR SEVERAL” printed on them, are billed as “indelicate doilies.” Will they encourage your guests to think twice about overdoing it? You never can tell.
Price: $10
Where to find: Kitson, Lundeen’s, Postal Works, Soap Plant/ Wacko, Vroman’s, Pineapple County, Simply Fresh
Wine Monkey
You’re already a thoughtful friend for bringing wine to a party, but why not take it up a notch with this nostalgia-inducing wine monkey? With a wine bottle cozy in the likeness of the ubiquitous sock monkey, it won’t matter (much) what wine is hiding underneath.
Price: $10
Where to find: Urban Outfitters, https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=18561159
—DG
Hobnob Parlor Smoke Hurricane Tealight
This classic-looking tealight works great for table settings, and its nice smoky look becomes a warm amber-brown when lit.
Price: $8
Where to find: Anthropologie,
https://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/product/home-room/A25770066.jsp
—DG
Stoner Ave. 5 Way Opener Multi
This five-way opener multi-tool is handy to have in the kitchen.
Price: $7
Where to Find: Apt2B, https://www.apt2b.com/kitchen/tools-gadgets/5-way-opener-multi
—DG
$10.01 to $25
Alexander Girard Memory Game
The classic memory game for kids gets a modern revamp in this set inspired by the work of iconic textile and graphic designer Alexander Girard. Children and adults can brush up on their memory skills with these 36 pairs of cards (72 cards total).
Price: $15.95
Where to find: LACMA Museum Store, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, https://www.thelacmastore.org/collections/kids/products/alexander-girard-memory-game
—LV
Cat Chalet
This cardboard playhouse for a furry friend can provide entertainment during the holidays. The chalet comes with a scratch pad inside and open, paw-sized holes in the back for playing cats.
Price: $24
Where to find: Plastica, 8405 W. 3rd St., Los Angeles, (323) 655-1051,
https://www.plasticashop.com/mm5/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=P&Product_Code=CATCH&Category_Code=P91
—DG
Jonathan Adler Dog Bone
Why buy a plain rawhide bone for your dog when you can get this chic, updated version? Jonathan Adler puts his spin on the classic dog bone with bright colors.
Price: $12.95
Where to find: Jonathan Adler, online only,
https://www.jonathanadler.com/Dog-Bone-Green-Blue/?cat=811
—DG
F1 Fill+fly Bottle Set
The traveler’s headache of finding mini-sized cosmetics will vanish with this refillable, TSA-approved set. Four bottles total, at .5-ounce and 1-ounce sizes, this can be stored in your carry-on bag (and is leak-proof!).
Price: $22
Where to find: Flight 001, 8321 W. 3rd St. Los Angeles, (323) 966-0001,
https://www.flight001.com/f-1-exclusives/f1-fill-fly-bottle-set.html
—DG
To My Health three-once flask
This stainless steel flask from Izola not only holds your libation of choice but features clever inscriptions to drink to. We enjoyed the inscription “To my health,” but the other versions may win you over.
Price: $22
Where to find: Izola
https://www.izola.com/collections/flasks/products/to-my-health-5-oz-flask
—DG
Hansel From Basel: Knit Envelope In Polka Dot
This fun, casual envelope clutch is a nice alternative to the overly flashy clutches of late.
Price: $24
Where to find: Mohawk General Store, 4011 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, (323) 669-1601,
https://www.mohawkgeneralstore.net/products/91914924
—DG
Literary Poster — Philip K. Dick
There are times when words of wisdom are needed, and who better to provide it than your favorite literary author? The Library Foundation has a collection of posters featuring quotes and illustrations to decorate your wall.
Price: $25
Where to find: Library Foundation of Los Angeles, 630 W. 5th St., Los Angeles, (213) 228-7550, https://www.lfla.org/store/product-details/704/Gifts-for-Writers/
—DG
Weck Spice & Herb Set
The label says “Spice & Herb Set,” but don’t let that limit the possibilities of these cute glass jars by canning company Weck.
Price: $21
Where to find: Heath Ceramics, 7525 Beverly Blvd., Los Angeles, (323) 965-0800,
https://www.heathceramics.com/cook-dine/set-weck-spice-herb-set.html
—DG
Paper Eyelashes — Under the Sea
A daring present, sure, but these intricate and delicate eyelashes are perfect for your show-stopping, fashion-forward best friend.
Price: $17
Where to find: Opening Ceremony, https://www.openingceremony.us/products.asp?menuid=2&menuid2=4&designerid=827&productid=40854
—DG
Silk Road Timeline Fragrance
A fragrance created by custom perfume maker, Yosh Han and made exclusively for a time travel store? You can’t find a more unique gift than that.
Price: $24.99
Where to find: 826 LA, 1714 W. Sunset Blvd., Los Angeles, (213) 413-3388,
https://826la.org/store/cosmetics-toiletries/silk-road-timeline-fragrance.html
—DG
NYX ‘Haute Jersey’ Face Palette
If you’re looking for a gift to satisfy that teenage, makeup-experimenting girl in your life, then look no further. This face palette offers enough makeup options to last her (or yourself) for a while.
Price: $25
Where to find: Nordstrom,
https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/nyx-haute-jersey-face-palette/3406020
—DG
Recycled Sky Planter Small Blue by Boskke
This is the gift to give the green-thumbed gardener in your life. These upside-down planters will bring much-needed greenery to a new location: the ceiling!
Price: $17.95
Where to find: GreenerGrassDesign,
https://www.greenergrassdesign.com/boskke-recycled-blue.html
—DG
U-Socket
While it may take a bit of wiring savviness, the tech geek you give this to will be grateful for the extra USB plug space for his gadgets.
Price: $24.95
Where to find: Fast Mac, https://fastmac.com/usocket.php
—DG
SuckUK Apron Cooking Guide
For the cook that’s always trying, design group SuckUK has created the perfect cooking apron: upside-down cooking instructions and conversions printed on the apron skirt for the cook to read!
Price: $19.99
Where to find: Amazon.com, https://www.amazon.com/Suck-UK-Apron-Cooking-Guide/dp/B003ZT647Q
—DG
Hardcover literary classics from Penguin
Those with a love of classic novels will be impressed with the custom covers by artist Coralie Bickford-Smith, featuring intricate foil designs meant to please art- and book-lovers alike.
Price: $20
Where to find: https://www.us.penguingroup.com/nf/Book/BookDisplay/0,,9780141192444,00.html#
—DG
Cliff Geometric Swiss Army Knife
For the outdoorsy or the over-prepared, this updated Swiss Army knife is a gift that makes sense for those who need on-the-go tools for camping or those “Oops!” moments.
Price: $19.95
Where to find: Victorinox Swiss Army,
https://www.swissarmy.com/us/product/Swiss-Army-Knives/Category/Classics/Cliff-Geometric/56127
—DG
Miniprints, Squares
The Instagram-addicted will enjoy this gift that takes photos from virtual to printed! The photos are printed on card stock and will look nice in an album, framed, or even on the fridge.
Price: $12
Where to find: Prinstagram; 48 Miniprints of Instagram photos on card stock are $12, Squares are 24 for $12, https://printstagr.am/miniprints
—DG
Tumble Trivets
This playful take on a trivet will thrill both the chef and her inner kid.
Price: $12.99
Where to find: The Container Store,
https://www.containerstore.com/shop/giftWrapWonderland/greatGifts/cooks?productId=10034020&N=74949
—DG
Momiji Doll Book Club
The Momiji dolls measure only 3 inches tall, but their cute, bookish nature (they belong to a book club, after all) will win anyone over. At the bottom of the doll is a space for a tiny, super-secret card, which most children would adore.
Price: $10
Where to find: Giant Robot 2, 2062 Sawtelle Blvd. Los Angeles, (310) 445-9276,
https://secure.giantrobot.com/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=72_74&products_id=6850
—DG
Los Angeles Onesie
Surprise new parents with a gift for their Angeleno baby with this handmade, silk-screened Los Angeles-themed outfit emblazoned with a nifty map of the city. The outfit is available in sizes three months to 18.
Price: $25
Where to find: The Library Store at Central Library, 630 W. 5th St., Los Angeles, https://www.lfla.org/store/product-details/330/Gifts-for-Children
—LV
$25.01 to $50
Tea for One Brewing Set
Jean-Luc Picard had a taste for Earl Grey and Maria von Trapp sang about having hers with jam. Whatever tea you prefer, you can brew it neatly with this porcelain set while watching “Star Trek” or “The Sound of Music.” Comes in gray, orange, white, blue and red.
Price: $29.99
Where to find: Poketo, 820 E. 3rd St., Los Angeles, https://poketo.com/shop/living/Tea-for-One-Brewing-Set
—LV
Quakehold! 70280 Grab-’n-Go Emergency Kit
When it comes to preparing for disaster, no one seems to think about it until it happens. Get a head start on the Big One and make you and your loved one’s lives more secure with this comprehensive kit built for two that includes food, water, first aid and other items that could help you survive for three days.
Price: $39
Where to find: Amazon, https://www.amazon.com/Quakehold-70280-Grab-n-Go-Emergency-2-Person/dp/B000FJQQVI
—LV
Joseph Joseph Salad Bowl and Servers
Not just for salad, this bowl set can also serve famished guests pasta and fruit. The serving fork and spoon fit snugly in an opening in the bowl so you won’t have to find awkward places to set them down when you’re at a party. Comes in green, white and black.
Price: $42
Where to find: A + R, https://www.aplusrstore.com/product.php?id=429&cid=64
—LV
Food Network electric wine bottle opener
This hassle-free wine opener makes an excellent gift for any wine enthusiast.
Price: $39.99
Where to find: Kohl’s, https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-1181800/food-network-electric-wine-opener.jsp
—JH
Customized photo book
Give someone a hardcover photo book filled with your favorite memories. You can customize the book anyway you like.
Price: $34.99
Where to find: https://www.shutterfly.com/photo-books/custom-path
—JH
CSA delivery
Send organic fruits and or vegetables to your favorite home cook.
Price: $25-$110
Where to find: https://www.farmfreshtoyou.com/
—JH
GiveNow Card
Make a charitable donation in someone’s name. With the GiveNow Card your gift recipient can choose which charity he or she donates the money to.
Price: Any amount
Where to find: https://www.justgive.org/gift-cards/index.jsp
—JH
Rocket launch set
For the budding scientist or space enthusiast of any age.
Price: $32.79
Where to find: https://www.estesrockets.com/rockets/launch-sets/001427-alpha-iiir-launch-set
—JH
Native union pop phone handset
Old-school handset for any device with a 3.5mm jack.
Price: $48
Where to find: Urban Outfitters, https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=23905714b
—JH
North Face etip gloves
For those who love their smart devices, these gloves come with gripper palm and click-wheel-compatible thumb and index finger to stay warm and connected.
Price: $45
Where to find: The North Face, https://www.thenorthface.com/catalog/sc-gear/etip-glove_3.html
—JH
One-year membership to LACMA
Give someone a year’s membership to LACMA for unlimited general admission, a ticket to all specially ticketed exhibitions, 10 percent off at the museum store and more.
Price: $50
Where to find: LACMA, 5905 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, https://www.lacma.org/levels
—JH
Vintage movie posters
Give your favorite film buff a vintage movie poster for any room in the house or office.
Price: $50
Where to find: https://www.movieposter.com/poster/A70-6942/Star_Wars.html
—JH
Typewriter key cufflinks
Real typewriter keys in black and white and the letters of your choosing.
Price: $38 a pair
Where to find: https://www.whatsyourtype.com/cufflinks.html
—JH
Original Nintendo game console
This old-school gaming console comes with two controllers, the AV wire and AC adapter. Super Mario anyone?
Price: $49.99
Where to find: https://www.nintendosforsale.com/snes-combo-console-p-12.html
—JH
Vintage inspired band T-shirts
Junkfood clothing makes a variety of vintage inspired band T-shirts highlighting bands such as the Beattles, the Who and Def Leppard.
Price: $38
Where to find: https://www.junkfoodclothing.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Product1_10052_10051_-1_30732_10552_20680
—JH
Hourglass opaque rouge liquid lipstick
This paraben-free, 14-hour-wear lip color comes in nine shades.
Price: $28
Where to find: Barney’s, Sephora
—JH
Philosophy ‘The Cookbook’ bath set
Give a collection of Philosophy’s recipe-inspired shower gels including “old fashioned eggnog,” “hot buttered rum,” “peppermint bark,” “cinnamon buns” shampoo, shower gel and bubble baths.
Price: $30
Where to find: Nordstrom, https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/philosophy-the-cookbook-shampoo-shower-gel-bubble-bath-set/3379704
—JH
50-cigar humidifier
For the cigar enthusiast, a mahogany humidor lined with kiln dried Spanish cedar that will preserve up to 50 cigars in 68% to 72% humidity.
Price: $49.99
Where to find: Sharper Image, https://www.sharperimage.com/si/view/product/50-Cigar-Mahogany-Humidor/201166
—JH
$50.01 to $100
Bittersweet Chocolate Petit Fours
A decadent gift that makes quite a treat for someone with a sweet tooth, this 12-piece set is delicious and a small work of art. Flavors include ginger, chocolate, champagne and lemon.
Price: $52
Where to find: Valerie Confections, 3360 W. 1st St., Los Angeles, https://valerieconfections.com/product_info.php?products_id=189
—LV
Six Taste Food Tour
For the adventurous foodie, Six Taste food tours offer tasting tours of Thai Town, Chinatown, Noho, Santa Monica, Little Tokyo, downtown Los Angeles and more.
Price: $55 to $65
Where to find: https://www.sixtaste.com/tours.php
—JH
Apple TV
It may be the perfect gift for homebodies and those who enjoy lounging around the house. Sync your iPhone, iPad or iPod with your home TV and Netflix for seamless entertainment in every room.
Price: $99
Where to find: https://www.apple.com/appletv/
—JH
Go Cycling kit
An excellent choice for bike commuters, this kit includes a messenger bag made of reclaimed tire inner tubes, cycle care kit, speedometer bike bell and two LED bike lights.
Price: $95
Where to find: UncommonGoods, https://www.uncommongoods.com/product/go-cycling-kit
—JH
Converse unisex digital watch
This retro watch is perfect for the fashionable guy or girl who has everything.
Price: $75
Where to find: Macy’s, https://www1.macys.com/shop/product/converse-watch-unisex-digital-high-score-white-silicone-strap-47mm-vr014-100?ID=740617
—JH
Blessed Charm sterling silver life link necklace
The necklace comes with the option to add a free personalized message, name or date.
Price: $100
Where to find: https://www.blessedcharm.com/index.php/blessed/life-links/life-link-necklace.html
—JH
Norman Mailer/Bert Stern: Marilyn Monroe
Mailer’s original text paired with Stern’s photographs from Last Sitting.
Price: $69.99
Where to find: Taschen, https://www.taschen.com/pages/en/catalogue/photography/all/04986/facts.norman_mailer_bert_stern_marilyn_monroe.htm
—JH
Ludwig Mies van der Rohe Lego Farnsworth House
Architectural replica of the Farnsworth House in Plano, Ill. with a booklet including details on its building and history. For ages 12 and up.
Price: $74.50
Where to find: LACMA Museum Store, https://www.thelacmastore.org/collections/kids/products/van-der-rohe-lego-farnsworth-house
—JH
Amazon Prime one-year membership
Give someone the gift of streaming TV shows and movies, free two-day Amazon shipping and a kindle book to borrow for free each month, all included in the membership.
Price: $79
Where to find: https://www.amazon.com/gp/help/customer/display.html?ie=UTF8&nodeId=13819211
—JH
Men’s and women’s cashmere sweaters
Everyone loves a cozy cashmere sweater. Overstock.com has a selection of basic crew neck cashmere sweaters in a variety of colors for under $100.
Price: $69.99 for women, $99.99 for men
Where to find: Overstock.com, https://www.overstock.com/Clothing-Shoes/Oliver-James-Mens-Crew-Neck-Cashmere-Sweater/5771223/product.html,
—JH
Tarte makeup set
A handy makeup set for the frequent traveler full of paraben-free and sulfate-free lip glosses, eye shadows, blush and more.
Price: $54
Where to find: Sephora, https://www.sephora.com/carried-away-collector-s-set-P376087?skuId=1468412
—JH
Melissa & Doug wooden art easel
For the budding artist or artists. The easel is prepped for use on both sides.
Price: $69.99
Where to find: Kohl’s, https://www.kohls.com/p/melissa-doug-wooden-art-easel.shtml
—JH
Visit to Duff’s Cakemix studio
The team at Cakemix will bake you a cake or cupcakes, and you can visit the decorating studio and use all the gadgets and goodies the pros use to decorate your sweets.
Price: $52-$70 for basic decorating
Where to find: https://www.duffscakemix.com/duff/#!/decorating
—JH
Croft and Barrow Herringbone cashmere scarf
This unisex cashmere scarf is one way to keep stylish and cozy.
Price: $57
Where to find: Kohl’s, https://www.kohls.com/product/prd-883154/croft-barrow-herringbone-cashmere-scarf.jsp
—JH
Marti Georgia bangle
This oxidized black bangle is for men or women, with two skull heads with Swarovski crystal eyes.
Price: $65
Where to find: https://www.marticompany.com/collections/jewelry/products/georgia
—JH
Karaoke machine
Give your budding singer friends a karaoke machine and stage your own “American Idol” competition in your living room.
Price: $99
Where to find: https://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?id=26117986
—JH
IIIBeCA by Joy Gryson ‘Chambers Street’ crossbody bag
This vintage-inspired crossbody bag is great gift for any fashionista on the go and comes in a variety of colors. IIIBeCa also donates 9% of proceeds to The 9/11 Memorial, Family Focus Adoption Services and Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center.
Where to find: Nordstrom, https://shop.nordstrom.com/S/iiibeca-by-joy-gryson-chambers-street-crossbody-bag/3360761
—JH
V-Tech InnoTab 2 Learning App Tablet
A learning tablet with Wi-Fi for kids age 3 to 9. The device comes with a camera, video recorder, photo viewer, video player, MP3 music player, e-reader, art studio, games and microphone.
Price: $69.99
Where to find: https://www.vtechkids.com/product/detail/12367/InnoTab-2-Learning-App-Tablet
—JH
Stella McCartney lingerie
Spice up your holiday presents with the new Stella McCartney “Cherie Sneezing” underwire balconette bra.
Price: $70
Where to find: Nordstrom, https://shop.nordstrom.com/S/stella-mccartney-cherie-sneezing-underwire-balconette-bra/3326939
—JH
Bottle of St. George Absinthe
For the liquor enthusiast, or bottle collector, the St. George Absinthe makes a great gift.
Price: $59.99
Where to find: https://www.wallywine.com/p-33317-st-george-absinthe-verte-3-bottle-limit-750ml.aspx
—JH
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