This enamel, topaz, and sapphire jewelry makes for arresting holiday attire.

Top two bracelets: $1,900
Bottom bracelet: $2,150
Ring: $565

So pretty!

They come in five different styles: Cedar, Nest, Magnolia, Pine, and Bloom.

I know nobody is thinking about swimming right now, but how fun would this be to give as a gift?

These monogram pool mosaics stick to the bottom of the pool and it seems that removing them is as simple as just peeling them off.

If I had one of these cashmere throws, I am not sure I would ever leave my house.

I also really like this bamboo cotton throw.

It's Friday, so I'm treating myself to a browse through some kitchen indulgences.

I have a great Champion juicer, but it can be messy messy messy. The Breville Juice Fountain is what I'm going for next time.

This Screwpull wine opener is honestly the only one you'd ever need. So sleek.

I thought these terracotta apples, lemons and pears would make a nice accent for your Thanksgiving table.

You can give someone the chance to play with the Harlem Globetrotters. No kidding. The gift package also includes an official uniform and insider access to the team.

Price: $110,000

Even if I have to bundle up, my yard birds can hang out in Key West style in their beachy bird house.

These personalized stocking hangers let you mark the holiday without marking your mantle. Give them to mom as an early gift.

For the greenie or the international traveler on your list, these bamboo chimes are a solid choice.

Kitchen items make such great gifts. They're perfect for the serious or aspiring cook. They can also make a style statement. Le Creuset is know for its colorful cookware and the Caribbean baking dishes are particularly eye catching.

We've already talked about the KitchenAid mixer, but check out the newest color: Pear.

Scarves are a big item this fall. Calypso has them in lots of colors and patterns, each the perfect length. A good gift for nearly any age. To be extra helpful, include photos for tying tips:

Dads are traditionally hard to buy for. Letting him know you treasure your shared history will never go wrong. The Conversations With My Father scrapbook gives him that, and gives you both some serious quality time while you fill the pages.

They've got a version for Mom too.

Got a biker in the family? Perhaps he (or she) would enjoy finding this limited edition Fighter Motorcycle by Confederate Motor Company under the tree.

Price: $110,000

Owls are right on trend this season. If you're buying for someone stylish, consider this wood carving.

Novica, which is affiliated with National Geographic, is an online store that carries handmade items from artisans around the world. This sculpture comes from an Indian artist named Suresh Garg who employs a style of openwork carving called "jali."

These ingenious martini glasses are super chic.

These short, thick stems allow you to rest the glass in a small bowl of ice, guaranteeing shivery-cold cocktails.

Redbook Deputy Editor Melanie Mannarino suggests boxed tea from mightyleaf.com. Including: Abaca Holiday Tea Box, ($24.99) and Haute Tea Gift Box from The ML Boutique Collection, ($37).

Making, serving, and drinking tea can be such a pleasant ritual.
This simple teapot and cup set comes with six teaposies.

A teaposy, made of silver needle white tea leaves and dried flowers, unfurls when you drop it into the hot water. It's a lovely gift, either in the serving or the giving.

Redbook Deputy Editor Melanie Mannarino presents an ideal gift from davekny.com. Items: Davek [dah-vek] Umbrellas, women's compact, ($95) and men's ($99). Colors include: black, red, yellow, green, blue and more!

Redbook Deputy Editor Melanie Mannarino presents gifts from envirosax.com. Featured: Envirosax Eco-friendly Bags, ($38 for a set of 5). These reusable shopping bags are waterproof and made of lightweight polyester.

I love this wreath from Williams-Sonoma. It is fashioned into a Christmas tree shape, and handcrafted of fresh Monterey pine and red cedar boughs and accented with California bay leaves, seeded eucalyptus and pinecones.

A bottle of wine is a pretty traditional gift. Why not take it to another level with this lovely Bali wine rack?

Redbook Deputy Editor Melanie Mannarino presents a gift from mysonproducts.com. Featured: Paella Pan, ($39.99). Made in Spain, this 18" paella pan is made of polished carbon steel.

This walnut cutting board is a nice way to show your appreciation to the cook of the house. It's of a high enough quality that it could become a kitchen heirloom.

Redbook Deputy Editor Melanie Mannarino presents sock gifts from littlemissmatched.com. Featured: Toddler Socks Set, ($25 for Spin-o-rama).

For the first time in my life, I have most of my holiday shopping finished before Thanksgiving. Believe me, I'm not bragging. I'm usually one of the desperate hoard storming through stores the week before Christmas, convinced the perfect gift is still out there. But I have never had a sufficiently hearty constitution to head out on Black Friday.

This year Amazon is promising to gather up the online deals and list them all in one place. You can score major bargains while wearing flannel pajamas and eating cranberry sauce sandwiches. I'll see you there.

PS -- I'm thrilled with Amazon's frustration-free packaging movement. Any time I have a choice I'm going to go with the item that doesn't make me want to tear my hair out AND make me feel personally responsible for global warming.

Redbook Deputy Editor Melanie Mannarino presents fondue sets from cooking.com. Featured: All-Clad Fondue set ($150). Staub Mini Chocolate Fondue set ($30).

I love these Present Cakes from Perfect Endings. The cakes are decorated to look like gifts, but are completely edible. The medium size is filled with chocolate truffle cream and serves 6-8. The large size is vanilla cake filled with raspberry preserves and serves 9-10.