Natalie Matthews, Lucky magazine

I'm not one of those people who thinks gift cards fall flat as a present. I understand that they do literally fall flat. But two-dimensionality aside, I think a gift card can be pretty awesome. Especially when it's coming from a store that's an obvious match for the recipient, ensuring they'll definitely, actually like their holiday present for once. Or, when it's one of the gift cards in the slideshow below. Whether they tack on something tangible or package their gift cards in an inventive way, they'll stand out as a gift card that was not only fun to spend but fun to open, too.

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Sometimes, donning effortless, simple pieces is the key to being en vogue. That's what's so great about clothes with flannel prints -- that is, wearing them is a simple way to make a fashion statement because they're understated and timeless. Lately, I've been obsessed with buffalo plaid in particular. When it comes to this print, a little goes a long way in making a winter ensemble look super cozy yet fashionable. Click through for 7 stylish ways to wear buffalo plaid! - By Chelsea Fuss

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By Connie Wang, Refinery29

.Though it may seem ridiculous to risk your life for a pair of perforated, plastic clogs, 18 Chinese counterfeiters did a bit of bad gambling when their knockoff Croc business was seized, and the offenders were sentenced to 46 years in prison and ordered to pay $450,896 in fines per person. Their misdeeds? Selling $128,752 pairs of knockoffs, with over $9.6 million worth of plastic clogs confiscated by officials.

Said Crocs' chief legal and administrative officer, Dan Hart: "If you attempt to produce or sell infringing Crocs products, we are going to find you. The lengthy prison terms and heavy fines handed down in these cases show that Chinese authorities are very serious about assisting us to eradicate the production of counterfeit Crocs products in China, and so are we."

Abolishing knockoffs of any sort is a very good thing, but there's something especially satisfying about getting rid of that many pairs of ugly, plastic clogs. It might be too much to ask

By Mandy Chan, Lover.ly

We're fresh off the fabulously glamorous front row of the Spring 2013 Bridal Market runway, and if there's one trend that resonated throughout each designer's collection it was the return to timeless and classic ladylike looks. Do we have the Duchess to thank for this? In the very stylish words of one Miss Anne Hathaway, Duchess Catherine is an "advocate for dressing like a lady...making looking appropriate really fun again." Designers have been quick to take note, and have upped the "refined and feminine" factor and translated it to a sophisticated, yet still adventurous and on-trend, modern look for today's bride.

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The fete is set to start at 7 p.m., and you're still answering emails at 6:45. Sound familiar? For those of you out there that can't even imagine having the time to change between work and play - not to mention shop for some festive dresses - we've got the solution: the perfect party pump.

These hot steppers will instantly transform any look, guaranteed. Go ahead, let these bad boys help guide you from your desk to the dance floor.

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These fun finds are sure to impress dads, brothers, and boyfriends alike.

by Julia Rubin, Teen Vogue

We're going to let you in on a little secret: boys are easier to get gifts for than girls. Less product categories help, as does the fact that (sorry to generalize here, dudes!) guys tend to be ever-so-slightly less picky than their female counterparts when it comes to shopping.

Whether you're scouting a present for your dad, brother, boyfriend, or boy (space) friend, we've got you covered. You might even want to pick up some of these goods for yourself!

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Deck yourself out in the season's edgiest fabric.

by Julia Rubin, Teen Vogue

Leather isn't just for accessories and jackets--this season, leather apparel is taking center stage. Separates like tops and skirts are great for adding a little edge to any ensemble, while a leather dress shows you take this trend seriously. And pieces needn't always be black! We're loving winter's more colorful offerings, as well.

Also, did we mention how warm leather is? Perfect for those chilly nights ahead! So go on, click through, and get shopping.

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What sets tote bags apart from everyday purses is they're multifunctional. They're spacious, so they can fit a lot of stuff, but they also come in cool prints and trendy shades. Thus, carrying them allows you to make a fashion statement and haul your necessities around with ease! But finding a bag that has these qualities and is also durable can be a challenge. Lucky for you, I've rounded up a list of bags that meet all of these requirements. Click through for the top 7 functional and fashionable totes! - By Chelsea Fuss

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