The Ultimate Gift List: 500 Top Picks of the Season

Updated 11:34 AM EST, Thu, Nov 20, 2008

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Clockwise from top left, Red Plaid Funnel Neck Jacket, Givenchy's Very Couture Palette, Terry Ross Stone Rings, Brooks Brothers Pajama Set, Kate Spade Taxi Mittens, Cloth Logic Sweater.

Black Friday is next week. (Is it just us, or did the holidays come out of nowhere this year?) And that means it's time to get your gift-giving game plan together, fast, because if the thought of spending your already-strapped, hard-earned cash on other people gives you an anxiety attack, you're not alone. But we're here to help. We created the ultimate gift list for our latest Shop-A-Matic, with 500 items for everyone on your shopping list, all ages and interests. Plus, 400 of those items are under $100. Surely that's a calming thought. Check out our top favorites (out of hundreds!) after the jump.

Red Plaid Funnel-Neck Jacket
Price: $80
Why we like it: The red lumberjack plaid is a bright alternative to dreary coats, and it’s a cheap, trendy gift for a friend/sister.

Givenchy's Very Couture Palette
Price: $65
Why we like it: The palette itself includes wearable shades, so you can make up your entire face in one kit.

Terry Ross Stone Rings
Price: $110
Why we like it: This cocktail ring uses one piece of wire wrapped around semiprecious stones, which is perfect for those hard-to-gift moms/aunts/female relatives.

Brooks Brothers Pajama Set
Price: $75
Why we like it: Soft pajamas are always a hit with the dad/granddads. They’re comfy, affordable, and cozy.

Kate Spade Taxi Mittens
Price: $95
Why we like it: It's the easiest way to hail a taxi. Ever. Just raise a mitten.

Cloth Logic Sweater
Price: $85
Why we like it: The cable knit is sturdy and warm, which is perfect for the boyfriend/brother in your life.

Jo Malone Cologne Collection
Price: $95
Why we like it: This collection features all of Malone's signature scents: Amber & Lavender, Grapefruit, Lime Basil & Mandarin, Pomegranate Noir, White Jasmine & Mint, and Orange Blossom. Yum.

Shop-A-Matic Gift Guide

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