The Measure of Love

Okay, money—or presents—can’t really buy love, but that didn’t stop us from hand-picking 41 crave-worthy gifts, in four price ranges, for everyone on your list. Hey, the season’s about giving.

RATTLE AND ROLL The chicest legs in town are striding out in the new Imara python sandal ($515) from Yasmin Couture. Divine Girls, 340 Presidio Ave., 415-409-4901.

MEAN GREEN “Dear Santa: If I promise to be really, really good, can I please have a human-electric hybrid vehicle with zero emissions and antilock brakes?” The Twike ($40,000) at Neiman Marcus, 877-966-4438.

WHITE LIGHTS For the aesthete on your list who has everything? Bet she doesn’t have a rubber and lead-crystal chandelier by designer Tobias Wong ($4,900). Citizen-Citizen, 3435 Cesar Chavez St., Ste. 226, 415-695-7748.

“IT” BAG Who doesn’t have a Birkin these days, darlings? The real status bags are at Goyard. white Calfskin Saigon bag with signature chevron print and poplar accents ($3,120). Goyard, 345 Powell St., 415-398-1110.

FABRIC SOFTENER Even the most frazzled of holiday-stress junkies will mellow out when they curl up in this luxurious silk and velvet throw ($1,700). Frette, 124 Geary St., 415-981-9504.

SOFA, SO GOOD If the interior decorator in your life just can’t sit still, park him on Brocade Home’s hand-carved sofa in chestnut velvet ($1,499). brocadehome.com.

LEVER BROTHER Practice makes perfect. But once you get your espresso right, you’ll never go to Peet’s again. La Pavoni Europiccola chrome-plated espresso maker ($699) at Thomas E. Cara LTD., 517 Pacific Ave., 415-781-0383.

VESPA SCHMESPA Those more expensive Euro rides are a dime a dozen. besides, A portion of the proceeds from Schwinn’s Hope scooter ($1,499) benefits breast-cancer research. Golden Gate Cycles, 1540 Pine St., 415-771-4535.

BEST BREAKFAST Holly Golightly would have simply adored this bib necklace ($33,500), sparkling with oval and square brilliant fancy sapphires in a rainbow of colors. Tiffany & Co., 350 Post St., 415-781-7000.

DECK THE WALLS Support the San Francisco Artist Resource Center by choosing a lasting gift: China Detail, a silver gelatin print ($450) by local artist Jo Farrell. ARTworkSF, 49 Geary St., Ste. 215, 415-673-3080.

THE NEXT LEVEL With email, messaging and Internet capabilities, the Treo 680 Smartphone ($299) couldn’t get any smarter … Oh wait, now it comes in red. Palm.com.

BRIGHT IDEA Tinsel is so passé. Add sparkle to the home with Ferruccio Laviani’s Bourgie Lamp ($454), now available in silver. Zinc Details, 2410 California St., 415-776-9002.

POETIC KNACK Tell her what you want with 18K words of wisdom. Jeanine Payer’s Juniper bracelet ($400) is inscribed with a romantic Emerson quote: “Give me of the true.” Jeanine Payer, 762 Market St., 415-788-2414.

HOT SAKE Serve it warm or chilled in this Kotori sake serving set ($295), which promises to keep sippers satisfied. SFMOMA Museum Store, 151 Third St., 415-357-4000.

OLD-FASHIONED FUN Just like great-grandpa used to make, this retro train rocker ($300) is put together from hand-carved wood. Mill Valley Baby & Kids, 12 Miller Ave., Mill Valley, 415-389-1312.

LONG WINTER'S NIGHT Don’t let SF’s weather leave her chilly. Heat things up with a lacy bustier ($277) and low boy-leg panty ($129) from Andres Sarda. Alla Prima, 539 Hayes St., 415-864-8180.

SAVVY METAL West Elm’s round leather ottoman ($299) is a royal alternative to sitting on the floor while opening presents beside the tree. West Elm, 435 Corte Madera Town Center, Corte Madera, 415-927-0202.

GOOD REEF Kay Willens’ coral bottle ($85) is a charming container for a favorite perfume or souvenir seawater from that trip to the Caymans. Alabaster, 597 Hayes St., 415-558-0482.

PETITE CHIC Forget pink. Your little princess will be incomparably pretty in this red coat by Jean Bourget ($132). Jean et Marie, 1775 Union St., 415-379-1111.

MORNING GLORY Give brunch-lovers a bottle of Amber, macallan’s new maple-flavored liqueur ($36 at Beverages and More, multiple locations, bevmo.com) and a set of four Kirby cordial glasses ($6 each at Crate & Barrel, 55 Stockton St., 415-982-5200). They’ll love serving spiked espressos mid-morning.

REMOTE POSSIBILITY Nintendo’s newest edition, Wii ($250), has a wireless control that can be used as a virtual golf club or tennis racket. Best Buy, 1717 Harrison St., 415-626-9862.

MIXED MESSAGE Pleasure-seekers experiencing pangs of Catholic guilt can rest their weary heads on this Luxury throw pillow ($90) from eat’s happy accidents collection. Propeller, 555 Hayes St., 415-701-7767.

HEAD CASE This Makins New York fedora ($199) is an inspired gift for the most stylish guy or gal on your list. Alternative Design Studio, 418 Valencia St., 415-503-1316.

PLAY PRODIGY Inspire creativity in your kids, but keep the volume to a minimum. Restoration Hardware’s child’s electric guitar comes with a mini amp ($149). restorationhardware.com.

RIBBON CANDY Party girls will feel positively festive in this Marc by Marc Jacobs metallic bow watch ($150). Marc by Marc Jacobs, 2142 Fillmore St., 415-447-9322.

SMELL OF SUCCESS A stocking stuffer fit for a queen, without breaking the royal bank. In Fiore parfums solides ($58) at In Fiore, 868 Post St., 415-928-5661.

REMOTE-CONTROL VOYEUR Wild Planet’s Spy Video Car ($170) is equipped with a video cam and infrared night vision. Even Bond would be jealous. Jeffrey’s Toys, 685 Market St., 415-546-6551.

WRITE DESIGN Hand-written notes may be old-fashioned, but the new P2 Pen ($99) by Pentagram and Acme Studios is anything but. Kar’ikter, 418 Sutter St., 415-434-1120.

BACK TO THE FUTURE From the CCA’s Architectural Studio Series, Wild Wild Urbanism: Redesigning California ($20) offers a look into our future. William Stout Architectural Books, 804 Montgomery St., 415-391-6757.

SALSA LESSON While a whole jar of salsa from Papalote Mexican Grill ($6) might not fit into her skinniest jeans after dinner, it’s just the right size to stash in her stocking. 3409 24th St., 415-970-8815.

BORN AGAIN Uh, mom? Can you please get your own super-soft, extra-cuddly blankie? Ticklebaby Lovey blanket ($24) at Timeless Treasures, 2176 Sutter St., 415-775-8366.

MADE FOR WALKING If her Prada platforms fit, encourage her to protect them while she’s on the road. F-1 shoe bags ($18) at Flight 001, 525 Hayes St., 415-487-1001.

LIVE CHAT Uncomfortable silence? Get the party started with a few thought-provoking questions. TableTopics ($28) at Sister 6, 2120 Union St., 415-351-2122.

THE BAR METHOD If the “Honey, you stink” approach is too harsh, drop a more subtle hint. Rancé soaps for men ($45) at Gump’s, 135 Post St., 415-982-1616.

HOUSEWARMING GIFT For those dreaming of chocolate bundt cake, pair a Scharffen Berger artisan baking bar ($7, at whole foods, multiple locations, wholefoods.com) with a vintage bundt pan like this one ($5, at Cookin’, 339 Divisadero St., 415-861-1854).

THE OTHER MANICURE All this talk about cold feet, but what about her fingers? Vintage gloves with velvet trim ($34) at Molte Cose, 2044 Polk St., 415-921-5374.

CUTLERY FOR ALL Give your beloved lefty a fair shot in the kitchen. Kobayashi’s 240-mm Hontan Seikon Dojo professional left-handed Usuba Hocho knife ($345) chops razor-thin veggies in Japanese style. epicureanedge.com.

BUBBLE-LICIOUS The consummate hostess (on a budget) knows to splurge on the Champagne and find cute flutes cheap. Studio Tord Boontje glasses ($4 each) at target.com.

SHADE COOLER There’s no rule that says sunglasses are only for summer. Chloé Myrte sunglasses ($275) in ivory. Neiman Marcus, 150 Stockton St., 415-362-3900.

POP CULTURE Movie nights at home have never been so buttery delicious. Williams-Sonoma whirley pop popcorn popper ($25) at Williams-Sonoma, 340 Post St., 415-362-9450.

BEST KISSER This scarlet square is almost too pretty to hide in your purse. MAC Viva Glam Six Lips compact ($32) at MAC, 2011 Fillmore St., 415-885-2966.

RATTLE AND ROLL The chicest legs in town are striding out in the new Imara python sandal ($515) from Yasmin Couture. Divine Girls, 340 Presidio Ave., 415-409-4901.

MEAN GREEN “Dear Santa: If I promise to be really, really good, can I please have a human-electric hybrid vehicle with zero emissions and antilock brakes?” The Twike ($40,000) at Neiman Marcus, 877-966-4438.

WHITE LIGHTS For the aesthete on your list who has everything? Bet she doesn’t have a rubber and lead-crystal chandelier by designer Tobias Wong ($4,900). Citizen-Citizen, 3435 Cesar Chavez St., Ste. 226, 415-695-7748.

“IT” BAG Who doesn’t have a Birkin these days, darlings? The real status bags are at Goyard. white Calfskin Saigon bag with signature chevron print and poplar accents ($3,120). Goyard, 345 Powell St., 415-398-1110.

FABRIC SOFTENER Even the most frazzled of holiday-stress junkies will mellow out when they curl up in this luxurious silk and velvet throw ($1,700). Frette, 124 Geary St., 415-981-9504.

SOFA, SO GOOD If the interior decorator in your life just can’t sit still, park him on Brocade Home’s hand-carved sofa in chestnut velvet ($1,499). brocadehome.com.

LEVER BROTHER Practice makes perfect. But once you get your espresso right, you’ll never go to Peet’s again. La Pavoni Europiccola chrome-plated espresso maker ($699) at Thomas E. Cara LTD., 517 Pacific Ave., 415-781-0383.

VESPA SCHMESPA Those more expensive Euro rides are a dime a dozen. besides, A portion of the proceeds from Schwinn’s Hope scooter ($1,499) benefits breast-cancer research. Golden Gate Cycles, 1540 Pine St., 415-771-4535.

BEST BREAKFAST Holly Golightly would have simply adored this bib necklace ($33,500), sparkling with oval and square brilliant fancy sapphires in a rainbow of colors. Tiffany & Co., 350 Post St., 415-781-7000.

DECK THE WALLS Support the San Francisco Artist Resource Center by choosing a lasting gift: China Detail, a silver gelatin print ($450) by local artist Jo Farrell. ARTworkSF, 49 Geary St., Ste. 215, 415-673-3080.

THE NEXT LEVEL With email, messaging and Internet capabilities, the Treo 680 Smartphone ($299) couldn’t get any smarter … Oh wait, now it comes in red. Palm.com.

BRIGHT IDEA Tinsel is so passé. Add sparkle to the home with Ferruccio Laviani’s Bourgie Lamp ($454), now available in silver. Zinc Details, 2410 California St., 415-776-9002.

POETIC KNACK Tell her what you want with 18K words of wisdom. Jeanine Payer’s Juniper bracelet ($400) is inscribed with a romantic Emerson quote: “Give me of the true.” Jeanine Payer, 762 Market St., 415-788-2414.

HOT SAKE Serve it warm or chilled in this Kotori sake serving set ($295), which promises to keep sippers satisfied. SFMOMA Museum Store, 151 Third St., 415-357-4000.

OLD-FASHIONED FUN Just like great-grandpa used to make, this retro train rocker ($300) is put together from hand-carved wood. Mill Valley Baby & Kids, 12 Miller Ave., Mill Valley, 415-389-1312.

LONG WINTER'S NIGHT Don’t let SF’s weather leave her chilly. Heat things up with a lacy bustier ($277) and low boy-leg panty ($129) from Andres Sarda. Alla Prima, 539 Hayes St., 415-864-8180.

SAVVY METAL West Elm’s round leather ottoman ($299) is a royal alternative to sitting on the floor while opening presents beside the tree. West Elm, 435 Corte Madera Town Center, Corte Madera, 415-927-0202.

GOOD REEF Kay Willens’ coral bottle ($85) is a charming container for a favorite perfume or souvenir seawater from that trip to the Caymans. Alabaster, 597 Hayes St., 415-558-0482.

PETITE CHIC Forget pink. Your little princess will be incomparably pretty in this red coat by Jean Bourget ($132). Jean et Marie, 1775 Union St., 415-379-1111.

MORNING GLORY Give brunch-lovers a bottle of Amber, macallan’s new maple-flavored liqueur ($36 at Beverages and More, multiple locations, bevmo.com) and a set of four Kirby cordial glasses ($6 each at Crate & Barrel, 55 Stockton St., 415-982-5200). They’ll love serving spiked espressos mid-morning.

REMOTE POSSIBILITY Nintendo’s newest edition, Wii ($250), has a wireless control that can be used as a virtual golf club or tennis racket. Best Buy, 1717 Harrison St., 415-626-9862.

MIXED MESSAGE Pleasure-seekers experiencing pangs of Catholic guilt can rest their weary heads on this Luxury throw pillow ($90) from eat’s happy accidents collection. Propeller, 555 Hayes St., 415-701-7767.

HEAD CASE This Makins New York fedora ($199) is an inspired gift for the most stylish guy or gal on your list. Alternative Design Studio, 418 Valencia St., 415-503-1316.

PLAY PRODIGY Inspire creativity in your kids, but keep the volume to a minimum. Restoration Hardware’s child’s electric guitar comes with a mini amp ($149). restorationhardware.com.

RIBBON CANDY Party girls will feel positively festive in this Marc by Marc Jacobs metallic bow watch ($150). Marc by Marc Jacobs, 2142 Fillmore St., 415-447-9322.

SMELL OF SUCCESS A stocking stuffer fit for a queen, without breaking the royal bank. In Fiore parfums solides ($58) at In Fiore, 868 Post St., 415-928-5661.

REMOTE-CONTROL VOYEUR Wild Planet’s Spy Video Car ($170) is equipped with a video cam and infrared night vision. Even Bond would be jealous. Jeffrey’s Toys, 685 Market St., 415-546-6551.

WRITE DESIGN Hand-written notes may be old-fashioned, but the new P2 Pen ($99) by Pentagram and Acme Studios is anything but. Kar’ikter, 418 Sutter St., 415-434-1120.

BACK TO THE FUTURE From the CCA’s Architectural Studio Series, Wild Wild Urbanism: Redesigning California ($20) offers a look into our future. William Stout Architectural Books, 804 Montgomery St., 415-391-6757.

SALSA LESSON While a whole jar of salsa from Papalote Mexican Grill ($6) might not fit into her skinniest jeans after dinner, it’s just the right size to stash in her stocking. 3409 24th St., 415-970-8815.

BORN AGAIN Uh, mom? Can you please get your own super-soft, extra-cuddly blankie? Ticklebaby Lovey blanket ($24) at Timeless Treasures, 2176 Sutter St., 415-775-8366.

MADE FOR WALKING If her Prada platforms fit, encourage her to protect them while she’s on the road. F-1 shoe bags ($18) at Flight 001, 525 Hayes St., 415-487-1001.

LIVE CHAT Uncomfortable silence? Get the party started with a few thought-provoking questions. TableTopics ($28) at Sister 6, 2120 Union St., 415-351-2122.

THE BAR METHOD If the “Honey, you stink” approach is too harsh, drop a more subtle hint. Rancé soaps for men ($45) at Gump’s, 135 Post St., 415-982-1616.

HOUSEWARMING GIFT For those dreaming of chocolate bundt cake, pair a Scharffen Berger artisan baking bar ($7, at whole foods, multiple locations, wholefoods.com) with a vintage bundt pan like this one ($5, at Cookin’, 339 Divisadero St., 415-861-1854).

THE OTHER MANICURE All this talk about cold feet, but what about her fingers? Vintage gloves with velvet trim ($34) at Molte Cose, 2044 Polk St., 415-921-5374.

CUTLERY FOR ALL Give your beloved lefty a fair shot in the kitchen. Kobayashi’s 240-mm Hontan Seikon Dojo professional left-handed Usuba Hocho knife ($345) chops razor-thin veggies in Japanese style. epicureanedge.com.

BUBBLE-LICIOUS The consummate hostess (on a budget) knows to splurge on the Champagne and find cute flutes cheap. Studio Tord Boontje glasses ($4 each) at target.com.

SHADE COOLER There’s no rule that says sunglasses are only for summer. Chloé Myrte sunglasses ($275) in ivory. Neiman Marcus, 150 Stockton St., 415-362-3900.

POP CULTURE Movie nights at home have never been so buttery delicious. Williams-Sonoma whirley pop popcorn popper ($25) at Williams-Sonoma, 340 Post St., 415-362-9450.

BEST KISSER This scarlet square is almost too pretty to hide in your purse. MAC Viva Glam Six Lips compact ($32) at MAC, 2011 Fillmore St., 415-885-2966.

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