The holiday season is upon us, and it's time to show that special person in your life how much you care. But you don't need to go farther than Nassau Street to find some of the hottest gifts this year. This special holiday gift guide provides some clues about where to look.
For Girls:
Coach suede wristlet with metallic embellishment, $88
A wristlet is always a useful gift, the perfect size to carry the essentials of any Princeton student's life — a prox, a phone and some cash. This wristlet is at the pricier end of Coach's wide range, but its design is especially popular this season. Coach saleswoman Rosann Doran attests, "Metallics without a doubt are ... a standard, a basic, a classic."
Jewelry box from Mandalay Trading Company, $27.95
A jewelry box is another practical gift, since most girls will need a place to store all the jewelry they have amassed over the holiday season. This one is affordable and, with its small size, it fits perfectly in a cramped dorm room. It is sophisticated and understated, and the jeweled picture frame on top adds flair and personality.
Martini glasses from Kitchen Kapers, $19.99
Though kitchenware is usually not at the top of most students' wish lists, these fun, colorfully painted martini glasses are more like decorative accessories than functional items. Each comes with a recipe for a cocktail, ranging from standards like "The Cosmopolitan" to the more creative "Chocolatini." Great as holiday party gifts.
J. Crew critter pajamas pants, $39.50
Every girl needs cute, warm PJs to snuggle in during these cold winter months. Workers at J. Crew find that the critter-print pants are a top gift seller, since the variety allows for more personalization. "If your friend likes pigs, it's all about the pig pants," one saleswoman said.
Chunky black necklace from The Place to Bead, $25
Big, beaded necklaces are a major jewelry fad this season – they can spruce up any dull outfit. The Place to Bead offers a selection of colors and varieties of this type of necklace. If you're feeling creative, the store also lets you create your own necklace or bracelet from a large selection of beads and stones.
Velvet and gold lace tank top from Mandalay Trading Company, $36.95
With all the holiday parties a girl must attend, she will definitely need festive and fancy clothing to help her arrive in style. Plus, no one can ever have enough fun tops for going out. This one by Kaity is significantly less pricey than similar tops sold in Nassau Street boutiques, and its green, brown and gold colors make it an appropriate holiday gift.
For Guys:
Leather or stainless steel travel flask from Princeton Wine and Liquor, $13.99
When it comes to the question of what guys want for the holidays, "a flask" seems to be a popular response. A flask, though simple, is a slightly more creative gift than socks or a tie, and it's certainly affordable. The stainless steel flask can also be engraved to add a personalized touch.
Wallet with tie print from J. Crew, $68
As with wristlets for girls, guys will surely get a lot of use out of this practical gift. The durable leather wallets from J. Crew come in a variety of tie-print patterns and colors, and you get 30 percent off when you buy two or more, so a shopper in a hurry can easily stock up on a collection of these gifts. In addition, all Princeton students get 10 percent off any purchase at J. Crew.
Cigars from A Little Taste of Cuba
Another common gift suggestion for guys is cigars, and a cigar shop is fortunately close at hand on Witherspoon Street. At A Little Taste of Cuba, cigars range from two dollars each to $150 gift sets to accommodate a wide spectrum of budgets and personalized combinations.
Ties from J. Crew, $35
Though a somewhat cliché gift, ties are still always useful and appreciated. "For guys, ties are really popular gifts," one J. Crew saleswoman said. J. Crew ties come in virtually every color and pattern, and can be worn for both dressy and casual occasions.
Special Edition Harry Potter iPod from the Apple Store online, $299
Any form of electronics is in high demand this holiday season, especially iPods. And since it seems that almost every guy on campus is obsessed with Harry Potter — even if he won't admit it — the Hogwarts seal on the back of this iPod adds extra appeal. If he received the gift, "I'd feel like I had just taken a sip of Felix Felicis and was the luckiest guy in the world," Jorge Santana '08 said.
Ribbed half-zip sweater from Banana Republic, $78
For the fashionable guy in your life, this sweater will keep him warm throughout the winter. Comes in five colors, from Brazilian blue to light gray heather.
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