LUX Holiday: Stocking Stuffers

Playing Santa can be exhausting and stocking stuffers often fall to the bottom of the list, but don’t just settle for anything. Your loved ones deserve only the best and their excitement will be worth the extra effort. This year, think outside of the box for stocking stuffers with whimsical accessories, useful tech items or something for the home. For more inspiration, we’ve curated 10 foolproof pieces that will bring a smile to everyone’s face – even the Grinch!

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U|R combines the best of style and music with tech earmuffs! The cozy knit earmuffs are lined with faux fur and feature removable speakers that deliver upbeat tunes. They also include a high performance in-line microphone that allows for hands-free communication. Surprise your music lovers with these unique earmuffs that are offered in an array of colors!

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Make your fashionistas laugh with the “Fashion Bites” book. The humorous volume presents a fun and witty collection of musings from some of the biggest names in fashion and beyond, complete with unique illustrations by Vic Riches. It would be a great addition to coffee table book collections or just a little something to inspire.

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Maybe your dog hung a stocking this year and has been a good boy or girl. If that’s the case – hey it could happen! - Jonathan Adler’s crochet bone toy is the perfect stocking stuffer. The classic, soft bone toy is wrapped in a festive crochet for a stylish take. Make your favorite canine howl with happiness this holiday!

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Everyone has at least one friend or relative that’s a wine-o, making the Jules Point bottle stopper by Kate Spade New York a no-brainer. The faceted stopper keeps wine fresh and boasts elegant, light-catching crystal angles. Accompany the piece with a bottle of wine to really bring joy and cheer.

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Anything jelly is always fun, like Marc by Marc JacobsMarc jelly bracelet set. The whimsical set of multicolor bracelets with gold-plated logo charms will excite your teens or MJ fans. Make them jump for joy with this playful accessory.

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Marc by Marc JacobsKatie bunny USB keychain has potential for everyone in the digital age. The 2GB USB takes the shape of a sleeping rabbit head in a bright shade of pink. The keychain is convenient for quick file sharing or keeping needed documents at your fingertips. You can’t go wrong with this!

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Spoil a loved one with a gift for her home. Whether it’s your mom, aunt or coworker, she will appreciate the luxury of Nest’s pink jasmine votive candle. The rare pink jasmine blends with frangipani flowers and peonies with undernotes of cashmere wood and white musk. She will thank you over and over again.

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Who doesn’t love toasty warm toes? Falke’s cozy bedsocks keep your feet comfortable with a rib knit style made in an angora blend. The sweet socks come in ivory, grey, black and blue, offering the possibility for classic or edgy aesthetics. If you are hosting or attending a family weekend getaway, stock up on these to have everyone dancing around the house!

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Remember the best friends charm bracelets or necklaces? Well, they’re back – at least the best friends theme is – and they’ve been reincarnated into iPhone cases courtesy of Rebecca Minkoff! The set of two phone cases feature the split-heart motif and comes in yellow or black. Stuff your BFF’s stocking with one of the cases to remind her how special she is! To really win over some hearts, give a case to your sister or mom.

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Put a little lux into stockings with Santiago Gonzalez’s crocodile cardholder. The simple accessory is crafted from signature Colombian crocodile and features an open compartment and card slot. In a bold cobalt blue, it will please the husband or a sibling. The nifty cardholder easily fits into small clutches so you might have to treat yourself too.

Read the Holiday 2012 Gift Guide for more ideas.

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