The 2009 chic holiday gift guide

It's that time of year again! 'Tis the season for finding the perfect holiday gift for all people on your list! Below I've complied some of my personal favorites for inspiration. All of these gifts are super chic and vary in price-points to match anyone's budget!

For the ladies:

1. CHANEL Le Vernis Nail Colour in Forbidden. $23. Nordstrom.com

This nail color is perfect for the holiday season. The deep, rich brick red is right on trend and adds a little cheer to anyone's tips. The shade is universally flattering and looks great on all skin tones.

2. CRISTALINO BRUT CAVA. $7.99. Wine.com

Cava is the sparkling wine of Spain and a more affordable option then champagne. This dry, crisp wine is the perfect gift for your "good time" girlfriend.

3. BURBERRY 'Regent Check' Umbrella. $275. Saksfifthavenue.com

Classic luxury meets practical accessory, especially in our rain-ridden city.

4. CFDA "American Fashion Cookbook". $45. Amazon.com

Perfect for your fashion-forward friend, this book compiles 100 recipes from some of the best known fashion designers of our time. Isaac Mizrahi's mushroom truffle spaghetti is sure to be a crowd pleaser.

5. J Crew 'starlight glitter' ballet flats. $125. Jcrew.com

Girls are like barracudas. We see something sparkly and we can't help ourselves. These glitzy flats are both festive and functional.

For the gentleman:

1. AMERICAN APPAREL 'unisex mustache mask'. $14. Americanapparel.net

What's with guys and mustaches lately? Give him the gift of facial hair minus the scratchy kisses.

2. DWELL magazine subscription. $19.95. Dwell.com

Dwell magazine is intelligent and thought-provoking coverage of the latest in modern architecture and design.

3. LEATHERMAN 'skeletool'. $70. Leatherman.com

For all those rugged outdoorsmen, this multi-tool is ultra lightweight and great for everything from helping pitch a tent to opening a stubborn package of sunflower seeds.

4. J Crew 'heavyweight buffalo check' shirt jacket. $98. Jcrew.com

Classic look, modern fit. This shirt jacket is the ultimate layering piece for him and guaranteed to look good with leggings when you accidentally steal it on a particularly cold day!

5. DeLonghi cast aluminum indoor grill. $99.95. Williams-Sanoma.com

Graduate him from his George Foreman to this surprisingly sleek and compact indoor grill. He can make dinner tonight!