Still shopping? Last-minute gifts for everyone on your list

From the trendsetter to the gadget geek, these presents will be a hit for the holidays

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updated 12/17/2010 6:03:17 PM ET

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Run out of ideas of what to get all the special people in your life? Looking for something out of the ordinary? For something you know he doesn’t have? For something you know she won’t buy herself? Well, here are some fun, fabulous and affordable gifts that are sure to be a surprise and bring a smile this holiday season! Cheers!

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Onesies, tutus, ballet flats, festive hats
Have your little ballerina girl show off her holiday sparkle in style. Space Kiddets has the most adorable tutus, onesies and ballet flats with a festive flair. The added sparkle makes these gifts ones that will make everyone joyous. And for an extra jolly giggle, try their festive hats. No parent can resist, and why would you?

Price: Starts at $24, Spacekiddets.com

Skull/Symbol onesies, socks, fingerless gloves, watches
If you haven’t yet gotten in on the latest trend — skulls and symbols of all kinds — there’s still time. At Macy’s Gift Shop, you can find the most fabulous gifts for everyone on your list, no matter what their age or size. Stay cool (even if it is snowing outside!) with a skull watch, baby onesie, pair of socks or fingerless gloves — for when you do venture outside.

Price: Starts at $18, Macys.com

Jewelry
What girl doesn’t love a little bling, especially during the holidays? Jewelry is beautiful and personal, and will make her feel extra special. Jewelry by 3 Sisters pieces are sterling silver or gold plated. Whether she is trendy or classic, this line has everything from peace signs to evil eyes to classic initials.

Price: Starts at $40, JewelryBy3Sisters.com

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Juicy Couture accessories
Leave it to Juicy Couture to create accessories that are over the top, fun and fabulous! You will feel like celebrating even when you’re cozy at home on your computer. Check out all the pink rhinestone gadgets from a mouse to a USB drive and more — the perfect gift for your teenager. And if you prefer to kick it old school, you’ll love their version of the Rubik’s Cube!

Price: Starts at $38, JuicyCouture.com

Kate Spade mittens
Stay warm, be fashionable, and get the job done. These clever mittens from Kate Spade will help with all three. Whether she is trying to hail a taxi in a snowstorm, or just teaching her little ones left from right, these genius accessories are a lifesaver.

Price: $65, Bloomingdales.com

For the hostess with the mostest:

‘Glee’: The Christmas album
How about a little music to get in the holiday spirit? No one can resist a Christmas carol, especially when it’s the “Glee” cast version. Trust me, your hostess will thank you. What with preparing the food, drinks and decorations, she’s had so much on her plate (literally), she forgot the music.

Price: $10, BestBuy.com

Ralph Lauren home accessories
There’s nothing like walking into a home that looks beautiful and smells delicious. You can never go wrong with candles, diffusers, potpourri, soap sets or even plates, especially when they are from a classic like Ralph Lauren Home. Your hostess will definitely appreciate the thought and your impeccable style.

Price: Starts at $15, RalphLauren.com

For the gadget lover:

iPad computer case
If he likes his iPad, he’ll love a gadget to go with it. The more, the merrier — men and their toys! The iPad is great for convenience and size, but the typing isn’t as fast as he’d like? Brookstone has the solution: Their portfolio for iPad tablet covers and protects the iPad and has a keyboard for wireless touch typing. It also has a stand that will let him watch movies or read hands-free (so he can still hold the remote!).

Price: $99.95, Brookstone.com

Pillow remote control
No more clutter, and no more looking around for all the various remote controls in your living room. This chic pillow remote control from Brookstone will handle your home theater from now on. The only question is, “Who will appreciate it more — him or her?” Either way, it’s genius.

Price: $35, Brookstone.com

Pac-Man video game set
For the man who is still a little kid at heart, the Pac-Man video game set is a must-have. Complete with Pac-Man, Galaga, Pole Position, New Rally-X, Dig Dug, Pac & Pal, Super Pac-Man, Mappy, Galaxian, Xevious, Bosconian, Pac-Man Plus and a joystick, this all-in-one will keep him occupied. Who can beat that?

Price: $40, FredFlare.com

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>> this morning on "today's" holiday gift guide, just five days ago, if you're still not finished, don't panic, because there's still time to find something great for everyone on your list. jill martin is here. great to see you, jill i'm curious for those last minutes that i have. what should i do run into the store or go online and hope i get it in time.

>> just because you're getting it last minute, doesn't mean that it has to look like you're getting it last minute. we want that trick. okay, so let's start first with the little ones on the list. we have got something here, it being demonstrated right now by 11 week old lie la.

>> she's all dressed for the holidays, the little onezirks e.

>> she has an amazing personality.

>> where the you get your little one to look like that?

>> this is space cadets $24 and up. and the shoes are stewart weisman which is really adorable.

>> they are the tiniest little shoes i have ever seen in my life. symbols are big.

>> skulls very big. this is a macy's gift store and then gloves and watches. but we all love those, so everyone texting on the street, texting as you go, it allows you to do that.

>> open fingers.

>> open fingers for all ages. this is jewelry by three sisters, $40 and up, sterling silver and gold plated and can you see all the different earrings and all the different symbols, you have the moon, you have to stars, you have the peace sign, great gifts. guys if you're watching for girls, we all love these. they're $40 and up.

>> now sequins, really big on clothes, on everything else.

>> remember rubics cube ? these are all the bedazzled items for your twee next.

>> wow, this one just gives back a little bit. what does it cost to get yourself a couture rubics cube ?

>> $30.

>> this is for the teen or if you're traveling and looking for a taxi or you forget your right and your left hand, these are great mitten t en tens by kay fay. these are $65.

>> and glee, are you a gleek?

>> i'm not a gleek, but i love the music.

>> this is their holiday cd, $10 as we break into song. this is the glee album only $10.

>> i have a lot of trouble with this. what's the best gift to bring to a house warming if you don't know their taste or style.

>> this is lauren by ralph lauren . these are great to keep at the house, if you're running to someone's house at the last second. this is a great gift, you can never go wrong with candles.

>> ipad is a very hot gift.

>> this i absolutely love. this is $99.95. it's the brook stone ipad computer case . this is the keyboard case with the actual keyboard because i have problems typing on my ipad. so it turns it essentially into a lap top.

>> that would change my world.

>> i use my ipad all the time. but it's very hard for me to text so i use this as a great alternative.

>> now these fluorescent hoodies are really popular with celebrities.

>> everyone's going nuts over these. courteney cox is a big fan . these are built in earphones and you plug your iphones in, so the earphones are already in the hoodie. and it's very inexpensive.

>> $15.

>> and the last thing for the couch potato in your life.

>> this is a universal remote built into a pillow. so this is great. you can never lose your remote. take a nap in the meantime. but this is for the man in your life who always is looking for the remote.

>> i love that.

>> and our last thing is a big hit . 12 retro games , pac-man, atari. this is $40 and it plugs right into the computer or your tv and the games are built in.

>> i wasn't going to say that.

>> thanks so much to jill martin, appreciate it. and now let's send it over to matt.

>> all right, erin, thank you. and jill , thank you.

>>> just ahead nate bacus. but first a look back at the year in pictures.

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