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COPYRIGHT 2005 Curve Magazine, Outspoken Enterprises, San Francisco, CA 94102 (415) 863-6538
It's that time of year again, and you know what that means: long lines, crowded malls and trips to stores you really don't want your friends to see you at. We're here to change all that with a groovy guide to inexpensive gifts you can order without ever leaving your home.
Good Baggage
A) Girl Jock Gear The Ogio Turbulence bag--with its U-shaped opening, drop-in audio pocket with headphone exit port and dual water bottle pockets--is perfect for boarding, skating and more. $70, www.ogio.com
B) Queen Bee Vinyl This 7" Truckette Bag has a removable record sewn into a window on the flap. A zipper on the inside of the flap enables you to take the record out, listen to it, change it or put a picture of your sweetie in there instead. $54, www.buyolympia.com
C) Help Cambodian Women with this messenger bag made from recycled feed bags. $49, www.globalexchangestore.org
D) Cutie Fruity This giant shopping bag looks like a vintage gum ad. Prices vary, www.blueq.com
E) Tennis Skulls Tote Secret zippered side pocket and three interior compartments make this funky tote a great gift for Area 51 enthusiasts. $26, www.shopexit9.com
F) Parcel Camo Rumble Fish The perfect unisex, vegan messenger bag will make you feel like bombing down the street on your cycle. With a bonus beefy wallet-chain accent. $62, www.alternativeoutfitters.com
Bath, Beauty & Beyond
G) The L-Word With the Swarovski crystal-embellished Glamorist Sneak a Peek Watch, lip gloss, lipstick and applicator are hidden inside, which eliminates digging in your purse for a quick fix. $99,...
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