Bono Goes (RED)...
Don't let holiday shopping get you down...this year you can save lives while you shop! In October 2006, Bono launched his revolutionary (RED) campaign and introduced gifts that can really make a difference.
A portion of profits from the sale of (RED) products goes to The Global Fund, which helps women and children affected by HIV/AIDS in Africa.
There's a (RED) product for every person on your gift list! Gayle King suggests stuffing holiday stockings with Apple's (RED) iPod nano! You can also give a Gap PRODUCT (RED) T-shirt, a red MOTORAZR cell phone, a pair of Converse PRODUCT (RED) sneakers or a stylish pair of Armani sunglasses. Bono and Oprah want everyone to go "red" this holiday season!
Rachael Ray Bags a Great Gift
Simple recipes make great eats and great gifts. Queen of quick Rachael Ray says she likes to transform her favorite recipes into last-minute gifts that are perfect for every occasion.
First, Rachael says to choose a super simple recipe from your collection, and print out the instructions on a recipe card. Then, head to the grocery store and stock up on all the ingredients you need to make the dish. Package all the ingredients in a gift bag or reusable grocery sack, throw in an affordable bottle of wine and your present is complete!
Marc Jacobs's Top Picks
Got a fashionista on your gift list? Impress him or her with some of designer Marc Jacobs's favorite things!
Marc dresses some of Hollywood's hottest stars from head to toe, but when it comes to his toes, there's only one shoe that will do. He says he's been wearing Adidas Stan Smith sneakers since he was in junior high school.
Another go-to brand that tops Marc's list is Kiehl's, a line of skin care, hair care and body care products made from natural ingredients. "I like how unfussy they are. I like the sort of plain packaging. No frills. Not too expensive," he says. "They make good products."
Kirstie Alley's Stocking Stuffers
When candy canes won't cut it, Kirstie Alley indulges in her favorite sweet treat—Ethel M chocolates! "My favorite chocolates that Ethel M makes are the dark chocolate creams," she says. "They ship them all over the world and they get there without being melted." You can stock up on these sweet stocking stuffers for as little as $10 per box.
Emma Thompson's Literary List
Acclaimed English actress Emma Thompson is two-time Oscar® winner and an avid reader. In O, The Oprah Magazine, Emma says, "Books are like people, in the sense that they'll turn up in your life when you most need them."
If you have a child on your gift list, Emma recommends The Tale of Mr. Tod by Beatrix Potter. For the mystery lovers on your list, she suggests The Valley of Fear by Sir Arthur Conan Doyle. Rebellious teens might like Naked Lunch by William S. Burroughs, while non-fiction readers can sink their teeth into Season of Blood by Fergal Keane.
Trisha Yearwood's Dream Denim
If there's someone in your life who's still wearing "mom" jeans, take a tip from Trisha Yearwood and shop at the Gap this holiday season. "I'm not a little girl and I'm also really tall," she says. "Gap has these jeans called 'long and lean' ... they look really cool on."
For splurge-worthy jeans, Trisha turns to designer Elie Tahari. "[Tahari jeans] look like all the cute little size 0 jeans that all the girls wear," she says.
Friends don't let friends wear bad blue jeans!
