Holiday Gift Guide 2009

‘Tis the season for showing those in our lives how much we appreciate them. We’ve sifted though some of the newest, coolest organic, sustainably-produced, and natural products to hit shop shelves. Following are gifts sure to bring smiles to the faces of family, friends, neighbors, frequent travelers, and co-workers. Let the shopping begin!
Debra Bokur, Deirdre Shevlin Bell, Shanon Hoffman, Elizabeth Marglin & Melissa Williams

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Mesheeky Skirt
Create your own layered booty look with the Mesheeky Trixie skirt. A brilliantly cut piece of sass, this accessory has a high degree of functionality, transforming yoga wear to street wear in a jiff. Ruched fabric allows for plenty of freedom of movement— and gives your whole yoga wardrobe an instant update. ($58)More gifts for the Yogini here.

	Indigenous Uptown Scarf New this season to Indigenous Design’s line of organic, Fair Trade, and socially conscious apparel is the 100% Free Range Baby Alpaca Uptown Scarf. All products from Indigenous are woven from natural and organic fibers, and fashioned with environmentally friendly dyes. Purchases help support and preserve indigenous communities of artisans around the globe, and ensure fair wages for workers. ($54) More Earth-lover gifts here.
	Foodie Handbook Charles Chocolates Edible Chocolate Boxes Want to cut down on waste this holiday season? Make sure all your gifts are packaged in chocolate instead of cardboard. Okay, maybe not all your gifts can come in delectably edible packaging, but Charles Chocolates’ Signature Edible Chocolate Boxcan. We’re hoping this is the start of a new merchandising trend. ($60) More food gifts here.

	Bamboo Scarf from WishWrap Not sure what to get your mother or mother-in-law? Turn to Wishwrap, a beautiful site that helps you find gifts for any recipient and any occasion, and wraps each gift (for free) in an eco-friendly jute tote or box. We love the bamboo PashBu scarf that can easily be worn as a shawl, scarf, or even a cover-up for new mothers. ($30) More gifts forMom and Grandma here.
	Jurlique Love Balm Dry skin? Jurlique’s New Love Balm comes in a tiny tin, perfect for soothing lips, hands, elbows, nose, and more—anytime and anywhere. The formulation, made with botanicals grown on Jurlique’s organic farm, includes chamomile, calendula, and sweet violet, and features a refreshing tangerine scent. ($15) More gifts under $30 here.