It's that time of the year again and whether we want to or not, we have to start thinking about shopping. I know, groooaannnnn.... Friends and family can be so picky and difficult to buy for. The last thing you want is the dreaded 'present face' of a frozen smile and the words, 'oohhhhhh...woooowwwww...thank you, you shouldn't have' (and they're really thinking you shouldn't have). 

To make life a little easier on you chicks, we have a gift guide packed full of fabulous ideas that are sure to please even the finickiest of friends and family! 

Here are our coveted, top picks for the special lady in your life (mom, BFF, aunt etc.) for this 2013 holiday:
 

1. Clarisonic Aria Sonic Skin Cleansing System With Josie Maran Set (C$225.00)

2. Rocky Mountain Soap Company Vanilla Candy Cane Cake Box (C$21.50) 

3. Anna Sui Minnie Mouse Make Up Set (C$90.02)

4. Philosophy Amazing Grace Jumbo Gift Set (C$98.75) 

5. Stila Masterpiece Series Eye & Cheek Palettes (C$58.00)

6. Soap & Glory Bright and Bubbly Original Pink Gift Set (C$25.00) 

7. L'Occitane Hand Cream Soirée (C$110.00)

8. Marc Jacobs Fragrance Honey Gift Set (C$117.50) 

9. Ciate Tree Trinkets (C$36.00)

10.  Elizabeth Grant  SOS Gold Rescue Cream (C$100.00)
 
11. The Body Shop Festive Deluxe Vanilla Bliss Gift Set (C$45.00) 

12. Nest Eau de Parfum Coffret (C$46.00)

13. Lush Best Wishes Set (C$24.95)
 

1. Floral Tray (C$59.99 at Homesense)

2. Owl Vase (C$29.99 at Homesense) 

3. Soda Stream Genesis Black Silver with 12 Pp Deluxe (C$129.99)

4. David's Tea 24 Days of Tea (C$34.50) 

5. Zwilling Pro  Chef's Knife 160mm Wide Blade (C$150.00)

6. Ikea Lappljung Ruta (C$9.99)

7. Starbucks Advent Calendar (C$29.95) 

8. Indigo Sherpa Lined Blanket (C$79.50) 

9. Umbra Montage Multi Frame (C$90.00) 

10. Bath & Body Works Marshmallow Fireside Candle (C$20.00)  

11. Zara Home Metal Pearls Picture Frame (C$29.90-35.90) 

12. Ikea Tradklover (C$7.99) 
 
13. Le Creuset Tea for One Pot (C$40.00)

14. Indigo Good Morning Beautiful Mug (C$10.00)
 

1. P.S.-You're Invited . . .: 40+DIY Projects for All of Your Fashion, Home Décor & Entertaining Needs (C$18.80)
 
2. H&M Knitted Polo-Neck Jumper (C$99.00)
 
3. Diane Von Furstenberg 440 Mini Faceted Stud Stud (C$350.00) 
 
4. Joe Fresh Cashmere V Neck Sweater (C$79.00)

5. Loft Two Pouch Set (C$43.63)

6. Kate Spade New York: Things We Love: Twenty Years of Inspiration, Intriguing Bits and Other Curiosities(C$28.22)

7. Loft Pearlized Gem Embellished Hat (C$38.10) and Loft Pearlized Gem Embellished Popover (C$54.67)

8. Marc Jacobs Henry 28MM Watch (US$250.00)

9. Gap Printed Flannel PJ Set (C$29.98)

10. Man Repeller: Seeking Love. Finding Overalls. (C$17.56)

11. Pandora Cultured Elegance Ring (C$55.00)
 
12. Tiffany Infinity Necklace  (C$305.00)

13. J Crew Jewelled Fan Drop Earring (US$90.00)


1. Just Dance 2014 (C$49.83)

2. Frends Taylor Headphones in Rose Gold & White (C$199.00)

3. May 28th Custom Instagram Print Watch (C$45.60)

4. Mophie Powerstation Reserve Micro Made for Smartphones & USB Devices (US$39.95) 

5. Tile App (US$19.99)

6. Canon Vixia Mini Video Camera (C$299.99)

7. Kate Spade Black Cat Silicone iPhone 5 Case (US$45.00)

8. Photo Cube Portable Printer (C$199.00)

9. Apple iPad Air (from C$519.00)

10. Sony QX10 Lens for Smartphone (C$249.99)
 
11. The Selfie (US$20.00)
 
12. Rhino Shield MK2 (US$24.99) 

Have you started your holiday shopping yet?