The spirit of giving: holiday buyers' guide: gifts for the very people in your life.1 IN THE BLACK With a history that dates back to 1845, Glashutte Original introduced watches for women in 1874 and has continued its tradition of exquisite designs. Its Star Collection includes the Black Secret, a time piece accentuated with more than 162 rare black diamonds. Available at Tourneau; ($46,200; 866-203-8699) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 2 LEATHER TOASTS There couldn't be a more sophisticated tote for your favorite sauvignon blanc or pinot noir spirits. Martin Dingman's three tier wine carrier is sturdy, secure, and available in several exotic skins, including ostrich ostrich, common name for a large flightless bird (Struthio camelus) of Africa and parts of SW Asia, allied to the rhea, the emu and the extinct moa. It is the largest of living birds; some males reach a height of 8 ft (244 cm) and weigh from 200 to 300 lb and matte alligator alligator, large aquatic reptile of the genus Alligator, in the same order as the crocodile. There are two species—a large type found in the S United States and a small type found in E China. Alligators differ from crocodiles in several ways. . Prices range from $8,500-$20,000 depending on leather selected. Log on for information on where to purchase, www.mar tindingman.com [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 3 PEARL PERFECT derived from the Sanskrit word ananda Ananda (flourished 6th century BC, India) First cousin and disciple of the Buddha. A monk who served as the Buddha's personal attendant, he became known as the “beloved disciple.” It was Ananda who persuaded the Buddha to allow women to become nuns. , which means joy, Anandia Pearls hopes to inspire an ardent affair between consummate style mavens and a classic jewel. Anandia offers a beautiful variety of South Seas South Seas, name given by early explorers to the whole of the Pacific Ocean. In recent times the name has been used to mean only the central Pacific, the S Pacific, and the SW Pacific. , Tahitian, Akoya, and freshwater pearls that range in size, color, and luster. Pictured is the 7-inch black Tahitian drop-shaped pearl bracelet in 18-karat white gold adorned with diamonds and blue sapphires, ($5,500; www.anandia.com; 949-200-7526) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 4 TIME TRADITION Constructed of almost 250 components and operating at the complex movement of caliber 19, the Breitling Montbrillant Olympus not only measures short time, but simultaneously offers day, date, month, and moon phases which remain accurate without adjustment throughout a complete leap-year cycle. Breitling uniquely combines nostalgia, tradition, and superb craftsmanship in a replica of one of the first chronographs, it also features a rotating bezel The front cover of a desktop or tower computer case. The term also refers to the individual drive bay covers, which are removed to install CD-ROMs and other removable drives that require access from the front of the case. and a sliding rule Same as n. os> See also: Sliding . Available in steel and a limited series 18-karat rose gold with Barenia or crocodile leather. ($6,300; www.breitling.com) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 5 SWEET TREATS Go on, indulge the palette. Jin Patisserie pa·tis·se·rie n. A bakery specializing in French pastry. [French pâtisserie, from Old French pastiserie, from pasticier, to make pastry, from *pastitz, provides a number of treats packaged and customized to suit even the most eclectic tastes. Gift boxes can carry an array of cookies, festively decorated chocolate bars, or chocolates in 21 different flavors made from ingredients that include French teas and Asian herbs. Sets range in price from $40-$65. You may purchase online at www.jinpatisserie.com. [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] 6 POWER DRIVE Give your child an early start in the driver's seat with the fun and sporty BMW 6 Series BMW 6 Series refers to two generations of automobile from BMW. The first was the E24, launched in 1976 to replace the 3.0CS & 3.0CSi (E9). In 2003, BMW released the all new E63/E64 which was available as a coupé and convertible. Convertible Kids' Car. The miniature wonder revs up with the flick of a switch, sports plastic wheels and an electronic speed indicator, and can reach speeds of 2 to 5 miles an hour ($425; www.bmw-online.com; 800-269-6654) [ILLUSTRATION OMITTED] |
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