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For a wide choice of Designer Handbags, look no further than Handbags and Gladrags.  They stock a very wide selection of the most exquisite designer bags available on the internet.  Of everyone knows that whilst chocolates and perfumes are excellent gifts, a new handbag features high on the Christmas list.

Handbags and Gladrags have designs from the leading bag fashion houses including:

• Aksuona
• Anouk
• Baibella
• Billy Bag
• Cora & Spink
• English Eccentrics
• Just Cavalli
• Kathy Van Zeeland
• Lulu Guinness
• Lulu Guinness – Jewellery
• Laguna London
• Marion Ayonote
• My Flat in London
• Nina Campbell Cosmetic
• Osprey
• Pink Lining
• Tabitha

Handbags and Gladrags is pleased to announce the arrival of the Lulu Guinness Resort collection, packed full of covetable clutches, party purses and trademark novelty bags. This season is all about textures, embellishments and bows, all in luxurious fabrics.

The Resort collection is full of glamorous bags and cool retro looks, including party clutches with perspex, polka dots, appliqué bows and geometric prints.

For a conversation starter try the lurex red padded lips clutch (£195) or the black snakeskin version (£225).

For something a little more chic, check out the Black Satin Draped Bow Small Wanda bag (£220), the perfect Christmas party companion.

The timeless appeal of Lulu Guinness handbags represents a perfect combination of retro styling and glamour. Fashionistas know that carrying a Lulu Guinness bag gives a message that you are not following the crowd but are showing some individuality. Her unmistakably witty signature bags in the style of shops, baskets, fans, and Dali-esque lips are collected the world over.Madonna was one of the first collectors of the 1997 Velvet Flowerpot bag and Jerry Hall, Keira Knightly and Dame Judy Dench are some of Lulu’s many celebrity clients.

Handbags and Gladrags was the first authorised online store in the UK to sell Lulu Guinness bags.

Handbags and Gladrags special this week:

20% off Just Cavalli Bags

Handbags and Gladrags are currently offering 20% off Just Cavalli bags until midnight on Sunday 30th November 2008. These luxe styles really deserve a place in your wardrobe – and on your arm – our favourite is the small bauletto – available in red and black patent.

Adopt a dolphin with WDCS, the Whale and Dolphin Conservation Society and you’ll get a fantastic pack plus monthly updates and pics!

Will you protect Rainbow and her baby?
Rainbow is an adorable dolphin who lives with her beautiful baby Raindrop. They love their peaceful life in Scotland’s Moray Firth, but their home is now under grave threat. Your help really matters to Rainbow – will you adopt her or one of the other Adopt a Dolphin animals and help us keep them safe from harm?

Rainbow and her friends lead a busy life, and only WDCS can keep you up to date with what’s happening. Who’s had a new arrival? Whose calf has left home? Who’s fallen out with whom? We’ll make sure you’re among the first to know.

Rainbow’s home off the Scottish coast is threatened by human activity. We’re there to help all year round and you can be too by adopting Rainbow.

How are you helping dolphins?
When you adopt a dolphin with WDCS, not only will you form a special link with your individual dolphin in Scotland’s Moray Firth, but you will know that your support is helping to save whales and dolphins all over the world.

Monthly updates, pictures and much more:
You’ll receive a fantastic pack including a fluffy dolphin with name badge, a great interactive DVD with games and screensavers, a personalised certificate, information about the dolphins of the Moray Firth and lots more.

Plus every month you’ll receive an e-mail newsletter with updates about your dolphin and fantastic photos. Every three months you’ll be sent a copy of WDCS magazine or POD news (for under 14’s).

Adopting a dolphin with WDCS makes a great gift and you’ll be helping WDCS to help protect these wonderful animals.

It’s that time of year again, and Diamonds could be Santa’s best friend this year! A gift of diamonds at Christmas has always been popular, and online diamond retailer Purely Diamonds have just released their Top Sellers list for Christmas 2008 so far – You can see the 9 most popular items on Purely Diamonds below (simply click an item for more information)

As you can see, the range of best-selling products at Purely Diamonds is second-to-none. Even from these small images, you can see the quality of the craftsmanship that goes into making the jewellery. Clearly White Gold is incredibly popular this year, with only the solitary 18ct yellow gold 0.50ct 7 stone diamond eternity ring making the Top Sellers list.

White gold Diamond Studs are also selling very well, with three 18ct White Gold sets of studs making the Top Sellers list, with a 0.25ct diamond, a 0.40ct princess cut diamond and a 0.60 diamond set of studs all selling well this Christmas at PurelyDiamonds.

Two gorgeous 18ct White Gold pendants are featured, one with a 0.30ct Diamond Trilogy, and one featuring a rub-over 0.30ct Diamond. There are also four diamond rings on the Christmas best sellers list – the aforementioned 7-stone Yellow Gold eternity ring, two white gold rings (0.25ct and 0.30 ct), but the icing on the (Christmas) cake has to be the stunning Platinum 1.00ct 5 stone diamond eternity ring, which really has to be seen to be believed, and would be certain to cause a smile that will last long after the Turkey and Tinsel has been cleared away for another year.

Purely Diamonds have extended their returns policy over the Christmas period, so anything bought in November or December can be returned or exchanged right up to 9th January 2009. Perfect for the piece of mind should you need to return your gift for any reason.

Advanced MP3 Players have told us which products you’re buying for this Christmas. They stock all the latest MP3 players and gadgets to make your music sound great on the move. There’s also a wide range of accessories you may need for your ‘digital’ music players.

So what’s at the top of their sales list this year? well it’s an item from their bargain section, the Inovix IMP-65 256MB MP3 Player.

Top Seller: Inovix IMP-65 256MB MP3 Player
The Inovix IMP-65 features multi-codec support (MP3,WMA and WAV) and a clear easy to read 128 x 32 Blue LCD display that displays ID3 tags: Song Title, Artist and time duration. You won’t find an easier player to use; the menus are simple and intuitive to navigate and the IMP-65 doesn’t require any drivers – it simply connects as a removable disc so that it can can store any file type.

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iRiver Clix 2 8GB MP3 Player
This is a truly fantastic little MP3 Player, it’s easy to use, has great sound and has a clear display. CNet had this to say about the iRiver Clix 2:

Quite simply the finest flash-based MP3 player you can buy at the moment – the second-generation Clix is feature-packed, easy to use, stunning aesthetics and it won’t break the bank. There’s almost nothing we would change or try to improve. If you’re looking for an iPod nano killer, look no further

The last three topsellers on the Advanced MP3 players list are all made by Cowon and come from thier iAudio range. First up is the 16GB iAudio D2 MP3 Player with built in DAB radio. Next is the Cowon iAudio 7 16GB player and the last one is the iAudio D2 16GB MP3 Player (without the DAB).

For more information about these or to buy them, please click on the products below:

All products on this page are showing the best price for the players on the Advanced MP3 Player site. To get even better value, why not use one of the following discount codes when you check out:

Code: AFFXMASDENON
Offer: 20% off all Denon Headphones/Earphones
Expiry: 23rd December 2008

Code: AFFXMASSEN
Offer: 20% off all Sennheiser Headphones/Earphones
Expiry: 23rd December 2008

Code: AFFXMASCOWON
Offer: 10% off all Cowon products
Expiry: 23rd December 2008

Code: AFFXMASRIV
Offer: 10% off all iRiver products
Expiry: 23rd December 2008

Make sure if you are buying an MP3 player this Christmas that you check out Advanced MP3 Players

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The guys at Fragrance Direct have announced their bestsellers list of top fragrances for Christmas. As Christmas looms ever closer, Perfumes and Fragrances remain a popular christmas gift, and as such, Fragrance Direct try to help out with lower prices and a gift wrapping service, your Christmas shopping should be fairly painless.

At the top of the bestsellers list is:

Intimately Beckham Eau de Toilette Spray
Intimately Beckham, the essence of Victoria known only to the people closest to her. An opulent bouquet of white flowers opens with the pure fresh notes of bergamot and rose petals that linger on the skin.

To buy or view more information, click on an option below:

Britney Spears Curious Eua de Parfum Spray
Curious by Britney Spears represents the young woman that pushes boundaries and revels in adventure. An exhilarating white floral accented with Louisiana Magnolia and wrapped in the sensuality of vanilla-infused musk.

To buy or view more information, click on an option below:

Calvin Klein Eternity Moment Gift Set
Eternity Moment is mouth-watering and lucious. Bursting with succulent beauty, the fragrance blooms with the lush sensuality of dew kissed, fresh florals. Delectable notes of pomegranate, flower and Chinese pink peony blossom. This gift set comes in a pink faux suede effect box.

To buy or view more information, click on an option below:

Paul Smith Extreme Man Eau de Toilette Spray
Paul Smith Extreme Man is a woody spicy fragrance that blends bergamot, rosemary and nutmeg with cardomon and sandalwood.

To buy or view more information, click on the option below:

Usher HE Eau de Toilette Spray
Usher for Men is a fresh, woody musk scent.USHER bursts open with Verbena, Pineapple, and Melon. The mid-notes linger on skin with the warmth and sensuality of Blue Lavender, White Pepper, and Violet Leaf. The dry down of Vetiver, Amber Wood, Black Suede, Sandalwood, Sensual Musk and Guaiac Wood create an underlying softness.

To buy or view more information, click on an option below:

For a full range of Perfumes, Eau de Toilette, Aftershave and other gift ideas please visit Fragrance Direct.

Chocolate has been around for years and is now found in pretty much every home in the world. It comes in lots of flavours and colours, shapes and sizes, hot and cold but here are a few facts you probably didn’t know about chocolate and why it’s great for a gift:

1. Antioxidant – Feeling icky over the winter period? There have been scientific studies recently that show cocoa has antioxidant properties. Especially in the dark chocolate or high % cocoa chocolate. Chocolate Trading Company have chocolate bars up to 100% cocoa!

2. Aphrodisiac – If you want some loving this Christmas, why not get your loved one some chocolate? Chocolate contains sugar, sugar makes people happy. Chocolate has always traditionally been given as a gift, especially when courting! There are loads of gift boxes to choose from at Chocolate Trading Company. Make your loved one feel special this Christmas with one of these.

3. You can create your own gift hampers -If you don’t like strawberry creams or coffee flavoured chocolates, there is no need to worry. At Chocolate Trading Company you can make your own gift hamper.Simply choose the size you wantand fill it with all your favourite chocolates. You can even add wine or champagne to make it extra special. Create your hamper here.

4. Great for parties – If you haven’t got a chocolate fountain, now is the time to get one. Chocolate Fountains are great for parties or to use on your own. You can dip all sorts of yummy treats into the fountain, biscuits, fruits and marshmallows are just a few ideas. This Chocolate Fountain comes with some free chocolate to get you started, but if you run out you can get some more in white, milk or dark!

5. Varies in price – Chocolate Trading company cater to all price ranges with the following price selections;

• Under £5
• £5 – £10
• £10 – £20
• £20 – £30
• £30 – £40
• £40 and above

6. You get free stuff! - If you order over £20 worth of chocolate and enter the code “freegift” in the shopping basket, you get a free sampler bag of chocolate including goodies from all the finest chocolate makers in the world. You can even use the freebie as a present it is just that good!

7. You can cook sweet and savory dishes with it -Savoury chocolate? You must be kidding right? Nope, Chocolate Trading Company have a massive range of recipes on their site including ‘Ugly Chocolate Omlette’ and ‘Caviar and Chocolate’. So you can buy some chocolate and create a feast with it.

8. Chocolates for special diets – Chocolate Trading Company have tried to cater for all diets with their massive ranges of chocolates created for all types of diet;

• Alcohol Free - for all the tee-totallers this Christmas
• Dairy Free
• Diabetic/Sugar Free
• Soya Leciten Free 
• Wheat and Gluten Free

9. Organic And Fair Trade Chocolates – For all of us who support the environment and those who work to create the chocolate we consume at Christmas, Chocolate Trading company have a huge range of Organic Chocolates and Fair Trade Chocolates, meaning you can over-indulge completely guilt free!

10. They are fun – No Christmas is complete without getting some form of novelty chocolate. Hanging in your tree or shoving them straight in your mouth, they are great fun and always entertaining over the Christmas period. Check out the massive range of Christmas Gifts and Christmas Novelties Chocolate Trading Company have here.

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Chocolate Trading Company’s full range of Chocolate gifts for Christmas