Gifts for Guys and for Gals
Running low on ideas or money? Toyzzz.com is worth checking out. They specialize in action figures and collectibles. The mix of toys is eclectic; there's everything from a Japanese "rocking" Disney Chip and Dale action figure ($10.99) that moves and bobs, to a Buffy the Vampire slayer Angel figure ($3.49). The under $5.00 section is even better. There are tons of great presents like the Megaman vending machine full of mini capsules ($0.99), to an old school 1991 Batman money set ($0.99) with imprints of his face. You could even try to pay for the rest of your holiday gifts using this purchase.
-RW
eShave has got a great stocking stuffer for any guy in your life. eShave's Mini Kit has 5 mini shave creams (almond, floral, citrus, white tea), 3 mini after shave creams (fragrance free, cucumber, white tea) in a clear box ($12). To buy this or to check their other shaving creams and accessories at
www.eshave.com
Tis' the season to look like a vagabond Siberian Tribe member. Lucky for you Native Leather exists to fulfill that need.
Chinese made rabbit fur hats can be found here at $29.00 a pop, and just in case you didn't know that's a bargain. There's also a great selection of knives sure to please any boy from ages 13 to 93.
Native Leather
203 Bleecker St.
-SS
Pantina is a new inexpensive cosmetic line; the prices may be low, $4.00 - $7.00, but the quality is high; lipsticks contain SPF 15, shea butter, safflower oil and vitamins C&E and have a hint of mint $4.50. Their $4.50 French Mini nail polish duo dries insanely fast and contains Vitamins C & E. Did I mention the polish lasts over a week without chipping? Find them at any Duane Reade, Eckerds or CVS store near you. Lazy? Then go to
www.pantina.com or www.cosmeticmall.com
You've always used their products to keep your hair off your face; Goody's high style/low budget Dangerous Affair collection of hair accessories will make people think you've spent a mint on crazy cute, luxe looking items. Choose their pearl bow shaped barrettes ($3.99), or gold sequin flower pony pin ($2.99) or a black velvet floral hair clip with feather trim ($3.99) this doubles as a pin, some crafty person could easily turn it into a choker. There are lots more in the collection.
www.goody.com
N.Y.C New York Color delivers high quality cosmetics at a low price. If you need a hostess/office gift, check out their limited edition holiday 2005 collection. Every girl needs a touch of glitter- so stick a tube of their Shimmer In Diamond Dust ($2.99) in someone's bag. Their mirrored with lip brush Winter Lip-Gloss Kits come in three colors (Red Rubies, Topaz Crystal, Moonstone) give a lot of bang for the buck ($3.99). Want to make a splash? Give their N.Y. C. New York Color Chic Boutique Value kit- contains 8 products, coupons and tags in at $5.99. Use their store locator on the web, www.newyorkcolor.com to find a shop near you.
www.newyorkcolor.com
Warm and wonderful, rectangular wrap-around cashmere and wool shawls with soft, luxurious, long-haired Mongolian lamb fur trim along the upper edge, make great gifts for gals- be they pals, significant others, moms, mom-in-laws, sisters or colleagues. One size fits all, so there's no worry about embarrassing yourself by presenting something too large or small. Color choices include classy beige, Versatile gray, and a gorgeous lilac, with fur dyed to match. These shawls are a real steal at $85.00. That's the honest-to-goodness price from street vendor Khairy Guirgis, who sets up his attractive, well-stocked stand daily on the SW corner of Broadway and West 81 Street. Cash only.-JM
Cashmere and Wool Shawls by Khairy Guirgis SW Corner of Broadway and West 81st Street