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Nate Berkus' Well-Designed Gifts

Nate Berkus' top picks, plus see what Oprah, Adam Glassman, and Val Monroe are giving this year.

By Nate Berkus

Photo: Sony Pictures Television. Ornament: iStockphoto

"I'm constantly on the lookout for tokens of my appreciation—these goods deliver on both style and friendship."

'Tis the Season

Turn giving into giving back with this ornament for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital. They say every time you buy one, an angel gets his wings!

Nate Berkus Ornament for HSN/St. Jude's, $20; HSN.com

Photo: Gregor Halenda

Nooks That Made a Difference

The only thing I love as much as getting books is giving them, and though I'll always be a sucker for a good hardcover, this e-reader is a fun alternative.

Nook by Barnes & Noble, from $149; Nook.com

Photo: Gregor Halenda

Soft-Hearted

Unless that special someone on your list is living in the Sahara, you can't go wrong giving a cashmere sweater.

Bates V-neck, $145 each; JCrew.com

Photo: Gregor Halenda

The Eyes Have It

When I find something I can't live without, my first thought is, "Who else should I buy this for?" Case in point: these aviators. They're a classic for both men and women.

Ray-Ban Metal Glide Aviator, $140; SunglassHut.com

Photo: Gregor Halenda

All Hands on Deck

What three things does every living room need? A deck of cards, a large pizza, and a family who likes to play. Up the ante for that next round of Texas Hold 'Em with these.

Tiffany & Co., from $30; Tiffany.com

Photo: Gregor Halenda

Bowled Over

Don't shy away from giving gifts for the home—a decorative bowl works for everything from fruit to keys and mail.

Nate Berkus for HSN Ikat bowl, $30; HSN.com

Photo: Gregor Halenda

Funny Face

I can't think of a better way to capture a crazy New Year's Eve party than with a fish-eye-lens camera.

Fisheye One Orange, $50; Lomography.com

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From the December 2010 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine