Great Last-Minute Gifts for Girlfriends

Monday, December 20, 2010

Tracey Minkin and Victoria Elmore

OMG. You're seeing one of your BFFs tomorrow for coffee, and you totally forgot a holiday gift for her. We've rounded up six last-minute grabs from local stores that will still dazzle. Trust us.

Under $20

These great beaded cuffs from Guatemala are big color and style for a super-reasonable price. Two inches wide with an adjustable button closure, they take any look into the exotic, and will wear beautifully right into the warmer seasons, with white t-shirts and jeans.
Where to grab them: Simple Pleasures, 6 Richmond Square, Providence, 331-4120.

Under $50

The best gift feels utterly unique, but also easily used. And here, with these hand-painted Venetian coin purses, you've got it all (and she will,

when you present it). They're detailed with 24K gold, and the colors are irresistible. And let's face it, we're all tired of digging in our wallets for coins. Let's do it right. Measures 5"x3", and on sale right now for $49.
Where to grab them: Figments, 717 Westminster St, Providence, hours by appointment only, so email [email protected]. You can also order these online, if you hurry!

Under $60

Your high-concept smarty-pants GF is going to LOVE owning this Reebok Woman's "Context" Tee, $55, that is not only sexy, but was created by RISD President John

Maeda. The theoretical underpinning text for the design, described online, is longer than her dissertation was. Told you she'd love it.
Where to grab it: risd/works, 20 North Main St, Providence, 277-4949.

Under $65

One of the best ways to honor a BFF is with fun jewelry, but finding something that hits the fun/sentimental balance just right can be a challenge. Look no further. These colorful heart bracelets, handcrafted by artist Mary Walsh, are just right. Bold, a bit funky, and sweet all at the same time. Great for all ages as well. $61.95.

Where to grab them: OOP (220 Westminster St, Providence, 270-4366; The Village at South County Commons, South Kingstown, 284-1308) or hop online right now and it'll ship today.

Under $75

How many summers have you two spent watching the waves (and the surfers) at Narragansett? Honor those days with this sweet, sterling silver summer remembrance, a delicate nautilus on a 24" silver box chain (many chain sizes/prices available). $75, from the

venerable Newport silversmiths J.H. Breakell & Co.
Where to grab it: J.H. Breakell & Co., 128 Spring St, Newport, 849-0195.

Under $100

A girl can never have enough handbags, and this one, Glenda Gies's Madeline wool tote has a girlish rosette and will brighten her winter days. It'll transition perfectly into spring, and see if she's not lugging it to Block Island in July. Measures 14.5" high, 14" long, and 5" wide. Right now it's on incredible sale at Just Elizabeth, at $75 (regularly $250).
Where to grab it: Just Elizabeth, 141 Elmgrove Ave, Providence, 490-0321.

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