1. SHANKARI Who ever thought a luxury could also be a spiritual necessity? Mystic healer Shankari’s handmade Objects d’Art are infused with healing energy meant to balance and strengthen the spirit while also making it look pretty damn good. Produced in the garden of her Balinese palace, (yep, you heard us right) Shankari’s gems are the perfect gift that keeps on giving...A beautiful piece of jewelry and a yoga class all wrapped into one!
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2. PACK HAPPY Any stylish jetsetters on your list this year? Know anyone heading south for the winter? How ‘bout north, east or west? No matter where this season promises to take you and yours, a visit to Pack Happy is most definitely in order. With their line of colorfully embroidered drawstring travel bags for every item in your wardrobe from handbags to lingerie and everything in between, Pack Happy has got you covered. Literally.
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3. DESORI Looking for a great gift this season with a personal touch? Leave it to Desori where you design and they create. Choose from over 120 stones including freshwater pearls and semi-precious gems like Amethyst, Jade and Carnelian and get ready to be inspired by Desori’s collection of necklaces, bracelets and earrings that can be fine-tuned for that special someone on your list. Who knew holiday shopping could be so much fun?
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4. MELONETS When one thinks of Santa and sugarplums, fishnets aren’t likely to come to mind. Stockings, however, are another story altogether. Introducing Melonets, a classic fishnet with a twist. Complete with a funky elastic band that does away with that old garter belt, we love ‘em not only for their versatility but for their great names (Goochi Mama, Boyzband & Candy Striper, to name a few). Take them along to your next holiday party…you definitely won’t be mistaken for Mrs. Claus. Did we mention they make a great stocking stuffer? Like we needed to tell you that.
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P.S.  Starting Thursday, December 23rd we're off to the North Pole where we hear the trends are aplenty over at Santa's Workshop. We can't wait to tell you all about them when we return on Tuesday, January 4th. We hope you've enjoyed getting The Scoop in '04 as much as we've loved dishing it out! Scoop ya next year...