Holiday Gift Guide 2010: What's on My Wishlist

“In the winter, I wear a lot of tops with shorter sleeves so I can show off my bracelets. These arm warmers are a fashionable solution that I’ve been eyeing for when the temperature drops. I prefer arm warmers to fingerless gloves. You get the warmth, and still have the ability to tap out e-mails on the BlackBerry. It’s also easier to get them on and off, or even just shove them up your arm when you need to.”
--Michelle Madhok, publisher, SheFinds.com and MomFinds.com
COST: $34

“This time of year, baseball season has just ended and I’m already thinking about December when I can place my yearly order for Strat-O-Matic baseball player cards. In my opinion, this product is the world's first relevant use of virtual goods in a game and I have been playing and loving this game for more than 40 years. The cards are collectibles that I always have on my holiday wish list.”
--Trip Hawkins, founder, Electronic Arts and Digital Chocolate
COST: $29.99

“I have a passion for custom made bikes and I love this one from a small company located outside of Missoula, Montana. This model is a cross between a single fixed gear bike and one you’d find in a garage in the 1930s. You can take it apart and put it in a bag – the company has a custom made bag that comes with the bike. This is the bike you want to ride every day for the rest of your life.”
--Paul Budnitz, founder, Kidrobot
COST: $985

“I was a tri-athlete and marathon runner but I took a break from competing to have my third child this summer. I plan to start running again in the New Year, and I’m hoping to get a new pair of Mizuno sneakers. Mizuno is my sneaker of choice because I like a lightweight trainer and since I have super narrow feet, the shoe has one of the narrowest widths on the market.”
--Renée Israel, co-founder, Doc Popcorn
COST: $105

“I like to go trail riding recreationally, but the last several years, I’ve really taken this hobby to a new level. Last year I competed in a riding event at the rookie level. It was a celebrity reigning that supported Make a Wish Foundation. I’ve been wearing the same chaps for the past four years, and I’m planning to compete again next year, so I’m going to need a new pair of show chaps.”
--David Yurman, founder and designer, David Yurman
COST: $765 (base price) + extra for custom additions

“I prefer traditional organizers to PDAs because I can visually organize myself in a way that I can’t do on a small phone screen. I can make my lists in this diary and cross things off, which is much more satisfying than any delete button will ever be. It’s also a great way to keep track of my schedule, and flip through it to see events that I’m looking forward to as well as challenging events coming my way.”
--Marcia Kilgore, founder, Bliss Spas and FitFlop Footwear
COST: $250

“I tried this out at Brookstone and I immediately wanted it. You can put it in front of the sofa while you’re relaxing and it massages all the way up your calves and feet. I play on a soccer team with some friends and my feet and calves are always sore afterwards. The warming feature is helpful for that. The nice thing about this product is that you can still use it while you’re watching TV or hanging out with your family on the couch.”
--Tariq Farid, CEO, Edible Arrangements
COST: $599.95

“I have several of Donna’s pieces and have been collecting them over the years. Her work is beautiful and makes you feel beautiful. The Body necklace is one of her signature pieces and one that I don’t have. Jewelry for me is where I personalize and give it the “Lisa” edge. I love taking a typical business outfit and then throwing on a bold statement piece of jewelry. With this piece, I can dress up or dress down.”
--Lisa Price, founder, Carol’s Daughter
COST: $360

--Tamara Schweitzer