2014 Holiday Gift Guide

From Here to Eternity
All the colors of our holiday season wrapped up in eternity bands just for her! Starting at $500. We have a vast selection of antique & estate jewelry. Custom jewelry & repairs. Queen of Heirs, 4901 Locust Street, Bellaire, Texas  77401, 713.666.6683, www.queenofheirs.com

Ready for Game Day
Show your game day pride with these adorable ballet flats, $72, and sunglasses, $20. University Blvd is your Houston hub for a variety of collegiate merchandise, apparel and accessories representing 35+ universities. University Blvd, 7030 Mapleridge Street, Houston, Texas 77081, 713.591.1771, www.universityblvd.com

Delightful Dutchi
This is your classic Dutch bike. A sweeping curved frame and refined upright posture make it the elegant choice for trips to the market or just riding down the boulevard. Bikes available for everyone in the family, starting at $349. Ham Cycles, 2309 Dunlavy Street, Houston, Texas 77006, 713.522.8330, www.hamcycles.com 

Handmade and Delicious
Gourmet holiday shopping at its finest.  Handmade granola, cookies, biscotti, cakes, pies, and scones, all packaged for gift giving! Craft baking in the heart of Bellaire and locally owned. MargieBeth’s Bake Shop, 215 N. 5^th Street, Bellaire, Texas 77401, 713.449.1712, www.margiebeths.com

Hot Wheels
This won’t fit under the tree, but it is sure to make someone’s Christmas morning cheery. The largest selection of new and pre-owned BMWs in Houston. Advantage BMW, 1305 Gray Street, Houston, Texas 77002, 713.289.1200, www.advantagebmwhouston.com

Epicurean Delights
Fine culinary oils, vinegars, and spices. Purchase a gift basket valued at $75 or more and receive 20% off additional baskets or sets of equal or lesser value. Offer expires December 31, 2014. VOM FASS, 2424 Times Blvd., Houston, Texas 77005, 832.742.6100, www.vomfasshouston.com

Unmistakable Style
Virgins, Saints and Angels (VSA) combines Mexican artesania and gothic religious iconography. Each VSA collection carries a message derived from icons of power, protection and beauty that translate to universal cross-cultural beliefs. The beautifully handcrafted pieces are a conversation starter and crowd pleaser! Raspberry Rose (located in Rice Village), 2434 Rice Blvd., Houston, Texas 77005, 713.529.2260, www.raspberryroseboutique.com 

Artistic Enjoyment
“Sand art” was born in the ‘60s and has recently resurfaced thanks to an Austrian artist. No two designs are the same. Each is a sure fire conversation starter. Various shapes and sizes, $50-$1,400. Open every day. Eclectic Home, 345 W. 19^th Street, Houston, Texas 77008, 713.869.1414, www.eclectichome.ws

Time in Words
No hands. No digits. Klein’s Qlocks by Qlocktwo makes you stop and look at time in a different way. The typographical display combines the moment with the written word and turns it into a statement, “It is half past seven.“ Available in almost every language and a multitude of colors and finishes. Klein’s Jewelry, 5868 Westheimer (new location), Houston, Texas 77057, 713.977.4003, www.kleinsjewelry.com

Infrared Grilling
Looking for a high end professional stainless steel grill? Saber Grills combine performance, innovation, and affordability. All Saber Grills cook with 100% Infrared heat. Free assembly and free delivery. Texas Star Grill Shop, 2045 Southwest Fwy., Houston, Texas  77098, 832.426.4229, www.TexasGrillShop.com

Hanky Panky 
A sure to please stocking stuffer; the world’s most comfortable thong! Also available in prints, boyshorts, bikinis and more. June May Lingerie, 2426 Times Blvd., Houston, Texas 77005, 713.839.7551, www.facebook.com/junemayhouston 

Made in the USA 
“It’s not what you wear, but how you wear it.” With Bills Khakis it’s that and much more… it’s where it’s made. All shirts, pants, shorts, belts and shoes are made in American factories and made the same way as the World War II originals. The Village Clothier, 2411 Rice Blvd., Houston, Texas 77005, 713.520.9096

Transcendent Aromas 
Tauer Perfume from Zurich, Switzerland, exclusively at Tre Spa. These scents deliver evocative bouquets that will set you apart in any crowd, leaving others wondering where you got that fragrance. Newly released, ‘Sotto la Luna Gardenia,’ $85-135. Tre Spa, 2516 Sunset Blvd., Houston, Texas 77005, 713.523.7800, www.trespasalon.com

High Tech Grilling
Green Mountain Grills offers the finest in wood pellet grilling. New Wi-Fi technology allows you to entertain guests while keeping an eye on your food and grill temperatures. Free assembly and free delivery. Texas Star Grill Shop, 2045 Southwest Fwy., Houston, Texas  77098, 832.426.4229, www.TexasGrillShop.com

For The Gentleman 
Come visit Houston’s oldest tobacconist for the discerning gentlemen in your life. We specialize in fine cigars, pipes, and quality tobaccos from around the world. The Briar Shoppe, 2412 Times Blvd., Houston, Texas 77005, 713.529.5555, www.briarshoppe.com

Elizabeth and James Jewelry 
These geometric designs are 23k gold plated and sparkle with a delicate band of white topaz stones. Featured bracelet $195. French Cuff Boutique, 4048 Bellaire Blvd., Houston, Texas 77025, 713.665.3336 and 6401 Woodway, Houston, Texas 77057, 713.334.4900, www.frenchcuffco.com

Cool Find
Wow them with Yeti tumblers from Magpies Gifts! These insulated cups keep drinks at an ideal temperature. Budget-friendly Yetis cost $29.99 for 20-oz. tumblers or $34.99 for 30-oz. varieties. Add a monogram for $10! Magpies Gifts, 5000 Bellaire Blvd., Bellaire, Texas 77401, 713.661.9777, www.magpiesgifts.com

Eat More Heat
iBurn is Houston’s only spicy specialty store. With the help of our spicy specialists, we will customize a beautiful gift basket filled with hot sauces, salsas and BBQ products to share with family, friends and clients. We offer mild to as hot as you want! iBurn, 4227 Bellaire Blvd., Houston, Texas 77025, 832.649.4964, www.iburn.com and  www.eatmoreheat.com

Uniquely Yours
Visit Brookwood’s Gift & Garden Center to find our famous Comfort Bowls, as well as other stone cast decorative items, ceramics, garden statuary, & plants, all handmade from the hearts and hands of the adults with special needs at Brookwood. Proceeds from all sales benefit the citizens at Brookwood. Brookwood, 1752 FM 1489, Brookshire, Texas 77423, 281.375.2100  and Brookwood Store Town & Country Village, 600 West Sam Houston Pkwy. North, Suite 500, Houston, Texas 77024, 713.464.1150, www.brookwoodcommunity.org

One Of A Kind Treasures 
Studio 155 carries local artists’ products ranging from meteorite jewelry to sculptures to paintings. Open Tuesday-Thursday, 10a.m.-3p.m. Studio 155, located in Rice Village Shopping Center, 2503 Robinhood Street, Houston, Texas 77005, 832.433.0551, www.155studios.com

Go Nuts! 
Houston Pecan Company sells a full selection of nuts, mixes and dried fruit. Come see us for all your holiday snacking, baking and gift giving. We are family owned and operated, in the same location since 1972. Houston Pecan Company, 7313 Ashcroft #212, Houston, Texas 77081, 713.772.6216 www.houstonpecan.com

Fancy Finds 
German metal card cases molded and struck from original die stamps of the 1920s and ’30s. Durable lacquer finish preserves the luster for years of continual use, and they are engravable! $28-35. Caught My Fancy, 2015-B West Gray, Houston, Texas 77019, 713.533.0968, www.CaughtMyFancy.com

Favorite Thing 
A perfect gift for any occasion is a framed magnetic board available in several styles and finishes for your home or office. Visit our gallery to see our great selection. Village Frame Gallery, 2708 Bissonnet Street, Houston, Texas 77005, 713.528.2288, www.villageframegallery.com 

Haute Chocolate 
The most decadent offerings for the chocoholic on your list. Not sure what they would like? Give a gift card and let them decide from high quality herbs, spices, seasonings, specialty food products and more! Savory Spice Shop in Rice Village, 2516 Times Blvd., Houston, Texas 77005, 713.533.9333, [email protected]

What are Your Coordinates? 
Coordinates Collection is the next level in customized jewelry! Take the place of your fondest memories and associate them with covetable jewelry. Raspberry Rose (located in Rice Village), 2434 Rice Blvd., Houston, Texas 77005, 713.529.2260, www.raspberryroseboutique.com 

Uniquely French. Uniquely Houston.
Voted Zagat’s Best of Houston 2010-2012. Diners come from near and far for the delectable French fare, warm ambience and polished service. Show appreciation with a gift card (at any price) or try a personalized gift certificate with a special message, a bottle of wine or inscription in our very own Energy Cuisine cookbook. Le Mistral, 1400 Eldridge Pkwy., Houston, Texas 77077, 832.379.8322, www.lemistralhouston.com

Sit, Stay, Smile 
Christmas celebration at Carter’s Pet Depot on Saturday, December 13^th. Bring the kids and your pets for free pictures with Santa and free personalized ornaments! Storewide sale. Carter’s Pet Depot, 9333 Katy Fwy. @ Echo Lane, Houston, Texas 77024 (this location only),  832.356.1600, carterspetdepotkaty.com 

Tennis Anyone? 
Our striking bracelets can be made with round or princess cut diamonds or with other stones of your choice. Simple yet elegant and traditional. Klein’s Jewelry, 5868 Westheimer (new location), Houston, Texas 77057, 713.977.4003, www.kleinsjewelry.com

Viva Tejas! 
Houston’s own Tejas Yacht Club brand polo shirts are the perfect blend of Southern style, rugged pima cotton quality and four fingers of scotch. Perfect for game days, afternoons at the ice house or just enjoying a cocktail down on the Gulf. $75. www.tejasyachtclub.com

Buckle Up for the Holidays 
You can’t go wrong with this handmade fine classic alligator belt. Pair it with an array of sterling silver or solid gold buckles from dress to classic to western; or stay linked with a pair of sterling silver hand engraved rectangle cuff links with 14K gold initial overlays. Maida’s Belts and Buckles, 5727 Westheimer, Houston, Texas 77057, 713.629.9091, www.MaidasBelts.com

Let the Light Shine
Lighting Treasures creates one-of-a-kind lamps and chandeliers. Come see our assortment or bring your family treasure in so we can create one for you. Also see our collection of shades to spruce up your holiday décor. Lighting Treasures, 5709-G Woodway Drive, Houston, Texas  77057, 281.974.3165, www.lightingtreasures.com

Shiny and Bright
A unique gift your friends will love all year long. This chic chain link tray is versatile for use in many rooms of the home. $36. Renovate, 7413 Westview, Suite C, Houston, Texas 77055, 713.269.4417, www.renovatehou.com

Limitless Possibilities 
Any custom ring can be made using our Computer Aided Design (CAD) software. Bring in a picture of the ring you want and Klein’s can design it. Master jewelers since 1969. Klein’s Jewelry, 5868 Westheimer (new location), Houston, Texas 77057, 713.977.4003, www.kleinsjewelry.com

Give the Gift of Fine Art
Stop in for a one-of-a-kind gift. Local artist Kellie Morley is a favorite of designer Cathy Robinson. Kellie’s pieces are featured at Renovate, Cathy’s studio. Renovate, 7413 Westview, Suite C, Houston, Texas 77055, 713.269.4417, www.renovatehou.com

Wardrobe Wizard 
For the person with a full closet, but “nothing to wear.”  Jamie Bisel will provide a three hour closet consultation and help create outfits from your existing wardrobe. A gift that will keep on giving! Making The Most of What You Have, Jamie Bisel, 713.542.2179, [email protected], www.facebook.com/makingthemostofwhatyouhave

A Perfect Match 
The perfect gift for the mom-to-be! This 4-piece set includes comfy bottoms, nursing top, robe and adorable baby gown. Great for mommy and baby photos at the hospital. Variety of prints available. Gift certificates also available. Pickles & Ice Cream Maternity, 1800 Post Oak Blvd., Suite 6150, Houston, Texas 77056, 713.623.2229, www.picklesandicecream.com  

Cuckoo for Cocomats 
Cocomats: The original auto mat. First introduced by European carmakers in the 1950s, Cocomats hide dirt while adding style. Available in over 24 colors for any vehicle. Each mat is hand crafted to order and made in America. 1.800.461.3533, www.Cocomats.com 

What She Really Wants 
Earrings are the perfect gift because they are always the right fit. She can wear them every day. These diamond studs and other fine jewelry available at Klein’s Jewelry, 5868 Westheimer (new location), Houston, Texas 77057, 713.977.4003, www.kleinsjewelry.com

Make It Personal 
Sweet monogram necklaces for every girl or woman in your life in a variety of styles to match her unique personality.14 karat gold-plated or sterling silver. $75 - $155. Silly Silly Girls Gift Boutique, 7951 Katy Fwy., Houston, Texas 77024, 713.812.1270, www.sillysillygirls.com 

Wrap Up 
Stay warm and cozy this season with True Grit’s Sherpa Pullover for men and women. Available in different colors. Mark’s Clothiers, 12466 Memorial Drive, Houston, Texas 77024, 713.465.6428, www.facebook.com/marksclothiers

Chic Compliment 
This hila. lariat necklace, called the “Miss Jones,” is the perfect finishing touch for any outfit. Can be worn long, as a choker, or wrapped as a bracelet. Special order jewelry or shop our many jewelry designs, clothing and handbags. hila. 2609 Greenbriar, Houston, Texas 77098, 713.599.0991, www.hiladesigns.com, www.facebook.com/hilajewelry

Fall Sophisticate
One of our favorite pieces this fall, the Sophisticate Jacket will elevate your style game. Made with a buttery neoprene body and cozy fleece sleeves, this style drapes like a dream when open and holds a gorgeous shape when closed. Shown here paired with the Double Trouble Tight and Shadow Hoodie. Sophisticate Jacket $210. Mighty Aphrodity, 2803 Westheimer (entrance is on Virginia Street), Houston, Texas 77098, 713.936.3049, www.mightyaphrodity.com

Cutie Bootie 
Schutz is a hot shoe line from Brazil. These Schutz booties edge up skirts, jumpsuits, dresses and denim, making them the perfect go-to accessory. Deka Bootie in black or Noire Bootie in vino, $200. Azuz, 2402 Rice Blvd., Suite B, Houston, Texas 77005, 713.526.2989, www.azuzboutique.com

Conversation Starter
DVF Metallic Minaudière. This Evil Eye minaudière is something to talk about. With evil eye closure detail and detachable gold chain strap. In 100% metallic snake leather. $398. Length 6”, Height 4”, Handle Drop 16”, Depth 2”. Cakewalk Style Shop, 3201 Westheimer, Houston, Texas 77098, 281.639.4438, www.CakewalkStyleShop.com

Tree Candy
Dressed in smart stripes, the fresh palette and modern flair of the White Elephant Ornament brings playful and posh to any holiday event. Each Coton Colors ornament is perfectly packaged for easy gift giving. Uptown Pharmacy, 1607 South Post Oak Lane, Houston, Texas 77056, 713.621.0621, www.uptownpharmacy.com

Holiday Joe
Houston’s premier coffee roaster has just made gift giving easier than ever! Simply order any of our popular single origin micro-lot coffees or our perennial holiday favorite, “Christmas Morning Blend,” via our website, and we’ll mail it the day it’s roasted. Now that’s good cheer! Java Pura Coffee Roasters, 5250 Gulfton, Suite 4G, Houston, Texas 77081, 713.523.JAVA, www.javapura.com

Cheers!
Jonathan Adler Pop Champagne Candle.  A fizzy mix of pink grapefruit, sparkling champagne, raspberry, French cassis, violet leaves, rose petals, crushed sage, crisp mint, and grape leaf. The perfect mod pop for any tabletop in his signature hand-blown vessel with a twinkly rose gold treatment. $42. Cakewalk Style Shop, 3201 Westheimer, Houston, Texas 77098, 281.639.4438, www.CakewalkStyleShop.com

Rockin’ Rings 
These statement rings will complete any outfit.  From denim to evening, stand out with this unique jewelry. Porter Lyons amethyst $190, Reagan Charleston bronze Leone $150, Kro-Gu Madera Citrine sterling silver $750. Azuz, 2402 Rice Blvd., Suite B, Houston, Texas 77005, 713.526.2989, www.azuzboutique.com

Stocking Stuffers & More
Find antiques, furnishings, jewelry and stocking stuffers, like this painted antique table or 20” down insert pillow. Curiosities Too, 4408 Morningside (at Bissonnet), Houston, Texas 77098, 713.952.2400, www.curiositiestoo.com