For the friend who’s never on time. No more excuses—not if they have any of these gorgeous Swatch watches on their wrist. Sunray Glam and Charcoal Medal Glows from the Night Glows Collection, Swatch
For the Kardashian fan. If your sister is unabashedly proud of her love for Kim, Khloe and Kourtney, reward her with pieces from the girls’ collaboration with British brand Dorothy Perkins. A mix of bold blacks and animal print sexiness, they’ll look like a member of their favorite family in no time. Kardashian Collection, Dorothy Perkins
For the friend who needs a little excitement. Keri Smith’s Wreck This Box Boxed Set, P1659, National Book Store
For the Harry Potter devotee. Tickets to the rerun of Potted Potter, the hilarious show by Daniel Clarkson and Jefferson Turner, performed by Jesse Briton and Gary Trainor. Trust us, they’ll love it. Ticket prices range from P936 to P3086. Visit www.facebook.com/PottedPotterManila, www.ticketworld.com.ph or call 8919999.
For the John Green fan. This is a beautiful collection of award-winning young adult author John Green’s bestselling modern classics. John Green box set, P2739, National Book Store
For Wimpy Kids of all ages. The Third Wheel by Jeff Kinney, P485, National Book Store
For the office guy who’s forced to wear boring clothes. Funny socks, P245 a pair, Topman
For the aspiring journalist. I’m Afraid of Heights by Thelma San Juan, P1295 (hardcover) or P895 (paperback), National Book Store
For the friend who’s obsessed with handwritten notes. Isabel Gatuslao note cards, P475, National Book Store
For the friend who brings everything everywhere. Baggu Duck Bag, P1250, www.ava.ph
For the yoga enthusiast. OM Yoga Bags, P500, www.ava.ph
For the wizard in the kitchen. All Seasons Shaker, P1595, www.ava.ph
For the gadget-loving Havaianatico, Havaianas iPad and iPhone cases, All Flip Flops
For the 90s kid. Kate Spade Slap Bracelets, P650 each, Kate Spade
For the MT addict. You can now wear your favorite Japanese masking tape patterns. MT shirts, P790, Uniqlo
For the Ferrari fanboy. Sheaffer Ferrari, National Book Store
For anyone who needs an all-in-one balm. Lucas’ Papaw ointment, P450, www.digitaltraincase.com
For your friend who can’t stop Instagramming. Olloclip, P3,500, www.niftysnaps.com
For your Supercalifragilipstick-loving sister. Kate Spade Supercalifragilipstick, P1,050, Beauty Bar
For your clumsy colleague. Otterbox for iPhone, www.tenkiebox.ph
For the default bartender in your barkada. Mix Master Shaker, P1,050, Quirks
For the perpetual traveler. Scratch Map, P1,350, Quirks
For the friend who can’t stop checking Facebook. Social Shower Curtain, P995, Quirks
For the friend who insists on wearing sky-high heels but can’t take the pain. Flipsters foldable flip flops, Res Toe Run
For the ultimate Taylor Swift fan. Taylor Swift Wonderstruck, SM Department Store
For the panda lover. Pochi Panda silicone card case, Bratpack
For the Snoopy Street Fair addict. Moleskine Peanuts Limited Edition box, P3,580, National Book Store
For the book collector. Leather-bound classics, P498-P849 each, Fully Booked
For your friend who wants to go down the rabbit hole. Alice in Wonderland special edition, P1,199, National Book Store
For your friend who adores dogs. Guardians of Being, Powerbooks
For your friend who’s been asking for a makeup tutorial. Bobbi Brown Pretty Powerful, P1255, National Book Store
For your low-maintenance makeup friend (who loves lunch boxes). Benefit Fast Train To Fabulous gift set, P2,700, Benefit
For your guy friend who needs gadget juice but doesn’t carry a bag. MiLi Power Master, P1,800, gadgeteeronline.multiply.com
For your creative friend. Washi tape, prices start at P100, www.heykessy.com
For the nicest person on your list. iPod Touch, Beyond the Box/Power Mac Center
For the New Girl fan. The Douche Journals by Schmidt, National Book Store
For your friend whose style icon is a bunny. The Wonderful World of Fifi Lapin, P699, National Book Store
For your friend who wants to design his own tote bags. The Tote Bag, National Book Store
For the fashion and beauty junkie. Karl Lagerfeld for Shu Uemura brush set, Shu Uemura
For your brother who’s glued to his smartphone 24/7. Accutone Aquarius phone headset/earbuds with remote, P1,800, Digital Hub
For your friend who doesn’t leave anywhere without his laptop. Herschel Supply laptop bag, The Travel Club
For your geeky Hello Kitty loving friend. Hello Kitty I Love Nerds backpack, Rustan’s U
For your little sister who loves to draw. Sachiko Umoto Illustration School books, National Book Store
For the lip balm junkie. Rosebud Salve Lavish Layers of lip balm, P980, www.rosebudsalve.com.ph
For your organic only friend who wants to be a Cullen. Pulpe De Vie Luscious Glow body lotion, P1,250, Rustan’s The Beauty Source
For your friend who loves high tea. Crabtree & Evelyn cookie tins, price varies, Crabtree & Evelyn
For your colleague who likes sleeping in. Etude House Dry Shampoo, Etude House
For your cat-loving friend. Tony Moly Cat Chu Wink lipstick, Tony Moly
For your sister who just moved into her own place. Decorative suitcase, P1,060, 9th Liberty Home Accessories Co.
For your boss who needs her lip color to last through meetings. Stila Stay All Day Liquid Lipstick, P1,250 each, Essenses
For the shoe addict. Shoestrology, National Book Store
For the Hello Kitty shopaholic. Hello Kitty Forever neon tote, Forever 21
For your FitFlop obsessed friend who wants to wear FitFlops to work. FitFlop Due ballet pumps, Res Toe Run
For your friend whose skin dries up in an air-conditioned office. Steam Cream, P690, Beauty Bar
For your girlfriend who loves accessorizing her smartphone. Pluggies, price varies, Little Jane (https://littlejaneph.tictail.com)
For your colleague whose pockets keep jingling with coins. Zipmawth, P100 each, Happidigee (https://www.facebook.com/happidigee)
For your MRT-riding friend who needs to keep his laptop incognito. Mighty Laptop Sleeve, P1,250, Quirks
For your niece who loves styling her hair. Goody Lolly Patterned elastics, P469.75, Rustan’s