Top Ten Top Ten Gift Ideas for Women

Number 1 - A Trip to Top Women Travel Writers Favorite Places

Where do notable women travel writers say they love to go? When the best women travel writers who work for companies like Frommer's Travel Guides and the Los Angeles Times were asked where they like to travel, here's what they said: 1. Loch Lomond, Scotland 2. Manhattan, New York 3. Quebec City, Canada 4. Cambodia 5. Cinque Terre, Italy 6. Fiji beach 7. The Burren, Ireland 8. Hong Kong 9. Playa del Carmen, Mexico 10.New York City (listed twice)

Source: www.smartertravel.com
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Number 2 - Books by Great Women Travel Writers

1. The Best Women's Travel Writing (2010) - Collected Authors
2. Wanderlust and Lipstick: The Essential Guide for Women Traveling Solo by Beth Whitman
3. 50 Best Girlfriend Getaways by MaryBeth Bond
4. A Journey of One's Own, 3rd Edition: Uncommon Advice for the Independent Woman by Thalia Zepatos
5. The Packing Book: Secrets of the Carry-on Traveler by Judith Gilford
6. The Best American Travel Writing (2010) - Collected Authors
7. Go Girl!: The Black Woman's Book of Travel and Adventure by Elaine Lee
8. The Illustrated Virago Book of Women Travellers by Mary Morris
9. Unsuitable for Ladies: An Anthology of Women Travellers by Jane Robinson
10. More Sand in My Bra: Funny Women Write from the Road, Again! Julia Weiler and Jennifer Leo

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Number 3 - Essential Fashion Accessories

1. Pumps. Whether they have pointy, round, or square toes, these classic heels look smart at work and sexy at night. Always have a black pair.

2. Flats. Simple ballet slippers or skimmers are a more comfortable answer to the all-purpose pump. They’re great for when you’re on the go.

3. Diamonds. Rings, earrings, necklaces, bracelets: No matter what form they come in, these sparkly stones will always shine — even if you are wearing jeans and a T-shirt.

4. Pearls. A classic, ladylike staple, these lustrous beads, as tidy little earrings or a single or multistrand necklace, always add polish and elegance to your outfit.

5. A structured bag. In a medium size, a sturdy, top-handle leather bag will serve you well every day.

6. A clutch. For evening, it’s essential. A slim, sleek little bag that fits just the necessities is the piece to carry at night.

7. A belt. This piece can turn an ensemble from sloppy to sleek in an instant. It’s a good idea to have multiple waist cinchers — thin, medium, and wide — in your closet.

8. A cocktail ring. Give your evening style a glam punch with a big-stoned bauble. Try bold, colorful stones for added effect.

9. A cuff. A thick bracelet in gold, silver, or enamel is a timeless accent and works day or night.

10. A metal watch. A high-quality, classic timepiece like a tank or a bracelet style — whether gold or stainless steel — will last you a lifetime.

Source: The 10 Accessories Every Woman Needs www.harpersbazaar.com
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Number 4 - Cool Electronics Fashion Accessories

1. Fashion cases (hard) - for laptops, Ipods, cell phones, e-readers
2. Fashion skins (soft) - for laptops, Ipods, cell phones, e-readers
3. Flash drive necklace
4. Flash drive key chain
5. Flash drive bracelet
6. Digital photo key chain
7. Fashion mouse
8. Fashion/Designer mousepad
9. Cell phone charms
10. Geek jewelry - rings, earrings, necklace with computer themes

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Number 5 - Top Selling Personal Electronics

1. Kindle Wireless Reading Device, Wi-Fi, 6" Display
2. Apple Ipod Touch
3. Flip Ultra HD Camcorder
4. Garmin nüvi 255W 4.3-Inch Widescreen Portable GPS Navigator
5. Garmin Forerunner Watch 305 GPS Receiver With Heart Rate Monitor
6. Apple iPod shuffle
7. Logitech Cordless Desktop Wave Pro Ergonomic Keyboard and Mouse
8. Sony ICD-PX820 Digital Voice Recorder
9. Logitech HD Pro Webcam C910 with 1080p Video
10. LG BD570 Network Blu-ray Disc Player

See more top electronic gifts

Source: www.frankaboutwomen.com, www.amazon.com. "Women are top tech shoppers" by Jenny Davey, The Times, Dec 9, 2007

Number 6 - A Timeless Perfume

1. "Number 5" by Chanel
Introduced in 1921 and a favorite of Marilyn Monroe, this is the bestselling perfume in the world. An ultra feminine perfume made from the rare flowers Ylang-ylan, Jasmine, and May Roses. Vetiver gives the perfume its distinct fiery note, while sandalwood adds warmth.

2. Joy by Jean Patou
Rose and jasmine are the primary scents for the most expensive perfume of 1949. Joy is the second most popular perfume sold, and in 2000 was named perfume of the twentieth century at the FiFi Awards.

3. Shalimar by Guerlain
Shalimar entered the perfume market in 1921 but it wasn’t until four years later that the unique bottle with its grandiose top – discovered in an art exhibit in Paris – was premiered. Since then, the perfume has epitomized feminine allure. The key notes of lemon and bergamot are set off by jasmine and vanilla infusions

4. "L´Interdit" by Givenchy
Created in 1953, for Audrey Hepburn. Hepburn loved the perfume so much that she initially insisted it be kept off the market to ensure that she would be the only lady using it – hence the name, which means forbidden. A vibrant mix of fruity scents including pears and strawberries is balanced out with earthy aromas such as cloves, Sandelwood, and frankincense.

5. "Calèche" by Hermès
Since its debut in 1961, Calèche has been a favorite for its classic pairing of flowery and woodsy notes.

6. "Opium" by Yves Saint Laurent
Opium reveals Yves Saint Laurent’s fascination with the Orient. His concept of complex femininity is conveyed in an opulent scent which mixes strong herb-infused accents with sweeter ones like mandarin, jasmine, and vanilla. Confidence is a must if you’re going to wear this bold perfume.

7. "Miss Dior" by Dior
With the debut of Miss Dior in 1947, the house of Dior founded its much beloved make-up and perfume line. The scent combines sage and gardenia with floral rose and jasmine accents, and is given a more complex note with patchouli. Dior reinvented the classic scent in 2005, presenting Miss Dior: a light yet sweet scent complimented by cherry and caramel tones – more accessible than the original.

8. "Pour Femme" by Bvlgari
An ensemble of orange blossoms, bergamot, rosewood and ylang-ylang make for a clear and refined scent, which is complimented by a hint note of mimosa. Finally, Florentine iris, vetiver, and a breath of musk give Bvlgari Pour Femme a warm touch.

9. "Fleurissimo" by Creed
This perfume was a gift from Prince Rainier of Monaco to Hollywood star Grace Kelley for her wedding in 1972. Three costly ingredients – and nothing else – comprise this fresh scent: Bulgarian roses, Florentine irises, and Indian tube roses.

10. Pomegranate Noir by Jo Malone
As a young girl, Jo Malone was already intrigued by and active with scents and perfumes. In 1994, she opened her first store in London, producing bestseller after bestseller. In 1999, she sold her idea to the beauty giant Estée Lauder, but her scents remain her own. For instance: the cologne Pomegranate Noir, a delicate blend of red pepper, raspberry, plums, and patchouli.

And, if you can afford it...the most expensive perfume of all time is "No. 1" by Clive Christian which retails for between $800 - $900 USD.
No. 1 is designed to be equally appealing to both men and women with scents of Indian jasmine, mandarin and sandalwood in a luxury lead crystal bottle.

Source: NPD Group, www.worlds-luxury-guide.com

Number 7 - Year Round Gifts

1. Netflix movie membership

2. Magazine subscription

3. Flower or Food of the Month club

4. Maid service gift certificate

5. Museum/Zoo membership

6. Book of the Month Club

7. Massage club membership

8. Member to a genealogy/family tree search service

9. Gift certificate for class or workshop series

10. Auto club Membership

Number 8 - Books from Women's Favorite Contemporary Authors

1. Jodi Picoult - My Sister's Keeper, Perfect Match and The Tenth Circle.

2. Elizabeth Berg - Open House

3. Alice Munro - Too Much Happiness

4. Toni Morrison - A Mercy, The Bluest Eye, Beloved

5. Kathryn Stockett - The Help

6. Anchee Min - The Last Empress

7. Maya Angelou - I Know Why the Caged Bird Sings

8. Amy Bloom - Away

9. Gaile Parkin - Baking Cakes in Kigali

10. Louise Erdrich - The Beet Queen, Love Medicine, The Plague of Doves

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Number 9 - Books from Women's Favorite Contemporary Authors (Part 2)

11. Michelle Huneven - Jamesland, Round Rock, Blame

12. J. California Cooper - Homemade Love, Some Love, Some Pain and In Search of Satisfaction

13. Margaret Atwood - The Handmaid's Tale

14. Joyce Carol Oates - A Fair Maiden

15. Jenna Blum - Those Who Save Us

16. Octavia E. Butler - Kindred

17. Anita Diamant - The Red Tent

18. Anna Quindlen - Blessings

19. A.S. Byatt - Possession, Angels and Insects

20. Anne LaMott - Travelling Mercies, Operating Instructions

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Number 10 - Non-Profit Organizations and Charities

These are some of the top secular (non-religious) women-focused organizations in the world. In many case she'll receive a nice gift card, and membership perks along with the knowledge she's doing something amazing for women.

1. Global Fund for Women - is the largest non-profit foundation in the world funding women's human rights.
www.globalfundforwomen.org

2. National Organization for Women (NOW) - about 500,000 members. Largest feminist organization in the United States.
www.now.org

3. Soroptimists International - about 100,000 members worldwide.
www.soroptimistinternational.org

4. World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts - a wonderful organization for young women that encourages leadership in girls.
www.wagggsworld.org

5. Kiva Business Loans - her gift can sponsor a woman entrepreneur in a developing country.
www.kiva.org

6. The Fund for Women Artists - does she love the arts? She can contribute to emerging women artists worldwide.
www.womenarts.org

7. Sewall Belmont House - the birthplace of the American women's rights movement.
www.sewallbelmont.org

8. American Association of University Women - her gift will help give scholarships to women students.
www.aauw.org

9. National Association for Female Executives - with 250,000 members and 400 local networks, NAFE is the largest businesswomen's organization in the United States. They are dedicated to advancing women in the workplace through education, networking and public advocacy.
www.nafe.com

10. Association for Women in Science - a fantastic organization dedicated to keeping women moving ahead in science.
www.awis.org