Your Next Gift

The Aston Martin is a hand-crafted stunningly gorgeous sports car that offers electrifying performance and outstanding agility. Its low, purposeful stance is both elegant yet aggressive. Could there be a more exciting way to experience one of the worlds most exhilarating high performance sports cars? We think not! Experience it for the day on the road or on the race track, oh, and the exhaust note - oh the exhaust note: Quite possibly the most intoxicating sound you will ever hear!

Available at: Worldwide locations

Great American Days (USA also Australia & New Zealand)

Virgin Experience Days & Firebox & Exhilaration (UK)

RedBalloon Days (Australia & New Zealand)

Also popular: More Experience gifts

Designed by Miriam Mirri for Alessi, the Lupita Dog Bowl is for the most stylish of pets only! The bowl is manufactured from easy to clean polypropylene with a stainless steel insert and is available in funky blue or orange colors. Measuring 12.5" / 32cm in diameter, it holds 18.75 oz. / 0.6 litres, the perfect gift for your design conscious pooch!

Available at: Unica Home (USA/International)

Party Cups With Personality!

People are natural party animals, and here are the perfect cups to let them express their inner beast! Drinking from these strong, paper cups turns anyone's cute button nose into something WILD.

Each pack of Pick Your Nose Party Animals includes 24 x 9-ounce cups in six assorted animal styles.

Available at: Perpetual Kid (USA) and I Want One Of Those (UK/USA/Europe/International)

Also popular: Pick Your Nose Party Cups

We've been asked a number of times "What do you buy for the person who has everything?" Regular readers of YourNextGift will know that we love the idea of "Experience Gifts" as this is a memory for them to cherish forever. And now here's another idea that we think is just, "Out of this world!" Naming A Star for that special person - surely they wont have one of these!

Only a small number of stars in our sky actually have names allocated to them; the majority are nameless and are distinguished by their catalog number only. Your gift box contains the details of one of these unnamed stars that is ready for naming by you.

On your Star Details Form is information about your star; two of these references being your star's Right Ascension and Declination. These are the co-ordinates that relate to the exact position of your star in the sky. Just use these co-ordinates and the instructions on your '5 Steps to Locating Your Star' sheet to find the exact location of your star on the huge wall map enclosed.

Naming your star is easy; you can either complete the process online or fill in and return the lower section of your Star Registration Form. You are required to enter your star name, your contact and delivery details. This is then entered into the Star Registry and you are sent a certificate confirming your star registration. This information will then be periodically submitted to the British Library!

Features:

- Welcome letter.
- An explanation of the gift.
- Star naming instructions.
- Unique information about your star.
- A guide on how to locate your star.
- Star & astronomy booklet.
- Presentation certificate.
- Personalization pen.
- Presented in a luxury metal gift tin.

Available at : Boystuff (UK/Europe/International) and International Star Registry (USA/Canada/Australia/Worldwide)

The electric guitar is without doubt the greatest weapon in the rock 'n' roll armory. Indeed the crunching kerrang of a nicely distorted axe is, in our humble opinion, the finest sound in the world. The problem is, achieving sonic nirvana whilst spanking your plank requires all manner of accessories, including racks of pedals and a whopping great stack. Step forward the amazing iAxe 393 USB Guitar.

This revolutionary instrument might look like a top-notch electric guitar featuring a maple neck, solid body, single-coil pickups with 5-way switching, chrome machine heads and a vintage whammy bar - and that's because it is. But it's also an ingenious USB-friendly axe that allows you to transform your computer into an amp, effects rack and recording system without any additional hardware.

Going way past eleven in terms of features, this Strat-style guitar comes with idiot-proof software that lets you jam along with your favorite music files. You can even slow tracks down or speed them up for learning and practising - ideal if you're into shredding metal or plodding pop. There's also a multi-track recording/editing function, so you can record your wicked riffing, two-handed tap-offs and sweeping arpeggios (or something like that) on the spot. Sticking your tongue out like him out of Kiss is entirely optional.

But what does all this hi-tech jiggery pokery do sound-wise? Well, pretty much everything as the included software can recreate countless combo sounds, from tube to transistor, soft to distorted, warm to edgy. No wall of speakers or mile-long pedal deck required. And if you're worried about the neighbors (how very un-rock 'n' roll) you can listen to your plucking genius via headphones. Whether you're a wannabe widdler or a lightning-fingered axemeister, the iAxe 393 USB Guitar is guaranteed to blow you away with its playability, sound and functionality.

A great gift for all those budding stars out there!

Available at: ThinkGeek (USA/Canada) and Firebox (UK/USA/Europe/International)

Did you know the average microwave uses more energy to power the digital clock on it than to actually heat food? It's little tips like turning off that clock if you don't need it that make up this helpful and smart book 1001 Ways To Save the Earth by Joanna Yarrow. This miniature book is chock-full of facts, figures and everyday tips that are never preachy and always inspiring. Just reading a couple pages a day will make you realize how easy it is to make a difference in the conservation of our planet. A wonderfully useful guide for adults, kids and families everywhere. Plus, the book itself is printed with vegetable-based inks on paper from forests managed in a sustainable manner. The perfect gift for the environmentally conscious!

Available at: UncommonGoods (USA/Canada/International)

Render the "paper or plastic" debate stylishly moot. This set of lightweight mod-print totes includes five colorful polyester bags packed in a pouch small enough to tuck into a glove compartment or handbag. Roomy proportions and reinforced seams allow each bag to hold as much as two plastic grocery bags.

Features:

- Set of five.
- Offered in two patterns: geometric or monochromatic. see below for available styles.
- Waterproof.
- Machine washable.
- Bags: 19 1/2" x 16 1/2".
- Pouch: 9" x 6".

Available at: Red Envelope (USA)

The Adopt A Vine is a delight for dipsomaniacs and a winner for winos. So much more imaginative than a bottle from the supermarket, and you get so much more. The kit comes in a sleek presentation tin and a registration code is enclosed along with all kinds of wine buff information. All you do is register your code online (or by post) and then you'll have a vine dedicated to you at a famous Oxfordshire based vineyard in England, UK.

You'll be sent information on your personalized vine, along with a Privilege Card that entitles you to attend a delicious wine sampling session, have a vineyard tour, and there's even an invitation to the harvest picking and a discount in the vineyard shop! You can visit the vineyard anytime you want for a full twelve months from purchase- it's a beautiful place and (of course) has an awesome wine list. This is the perfect gift for anyone who loves wine, and wants to find out more about how this wonderful nectar comes into being by seeing it from grass roots, or rather vine roots- up.

Features:

- A sleek presentation tin with all you need to have a vine dedicated to you or your chosen one for a whole year.
- An explanation of the personalized gift.
- A registration code that must be entered (either online or by post).
- Directions and details about the Oxfordshire vineyard, in England, UK.
- Unlimited visits for 12 months from purchase.
- A Privilege card entitling you to wine sampling, a vineyard tour and most importantly a discount in their fabulous wine shop.
- Some interesting information about UK wine.
- Some general facts about wine.
- A gift presentation certificate and pen.
- Suitable for ages 18 years+.

Available at: I Want One Of Those (UK/USA/Europe/International)

There are some people who just can't seem to keep a plant alive. Maybe they don't have a green thumb, but it's a bit more probable that they simply forget to water it. The self-watering IV Pot is an ideal solution for the horticulturally-inept... or very handy if your away from home a lot on business or holidays, solving that problem of who is going to water your lovely plants. We also think it's a really cool addition to your home or an original house warming present for the design conscious.

Available at: Generate (USA/Canada)

As easy as 1, 2, 3 the graphic above says it all. If you're looking for a different type of gift and something that you can give at the last minute too then Amazon Ubox is an ideal and original solution. Instantly downloadable this even saves you the hassle of having to go out to the shops!

The Amazon Unbox video downloads store has thousands of DVD-quality TV shows, movies, and more for you to purchase or rent. You can search for Unbox videos anywhere on Amazon.com or you can go directly to their store at Amazon Unbox and browse by TV channel, movie studio, category, or genre.

You can also discover new and interesting videos by watching previews. There is a player at the top of the Unbox store which shows previews of their most popular videos so choosing is a cinch! Once you've made your choice, then download your selected video, after ordering it. Amazon Unbox uses 1-Click ordering to make purchasing videos simple - just click and download!

And what we really like about this service is that you can also transfer and watch these videos on your TV, PC's or other portable devices, so you can watch your Unbox videos while you are on the go - cool!

Available at: Amazon Unbox

This decidedly politically incorrect apron is a reproduction of a classic novelty produced from the 1950's. Each 19" x 24" cloth apron is covered with delightfully outdated rules that a wife should follow if she wants to keep her husband.

Includes such gems as, Watch Your Weight, and Don't Gossip Over the Phone. We think it's the perfect gift for a staunch feminist! LOL!

Available at: Perpetual Kid (USA)

Buying a cool present for your pet is now much easier than you thought! Accessorizing your beloved bow-wow without making him/her (and you!) look completely ridiculous isn't easy. Sure, you can buy cute little booties and twee tartan coats, but these items are hardly cutting-edge in the doggie-style stakes, are they? That said, the fact that the aforementioned canine-couture is semi-practical (and not just for show) does give it a whippet-thin sheen of respectability. Because let's face it, Fido-related fashion crimes are all too commonplace these days - trussing Rover up in a daft polka-dot bandana is akin to saying "I'm really wacky, and my dog likes the Village People." For this reason, we've been on the prowl for a piece of dogswear (a new word, we thinks) that'll benefit your darling dog in both the fashion and function stakes.

Doggles are superbly made sunglasses. For dogs. Do not adjust your computer, you read that correctly. Incredible though it sounds, many vets and dogtors agree that canine eyes need protecting from the sun just as much as ours. All Doggles boast rugged polycarbonate (shatterproof) anti-fog lenses with 100% UV protection, and are ggggreat for dogs with eye disorders such as pannus and light sensitivity. Doggles are genuine doggy-health must-haves, and most dogs will readily accept them after a short adjustment period.

The full-on goggle-style shades feature stylish air-vented wraparound frames that completely enclose the eyes, with no gaps for stray light, dirt or insects - perfect for dogs that like to lean out of car windows (and what self-respecting dog doesn't?) Two adjustable elastic straps keep Doggles securely in place during any (!) activity, and foam backing ensures Fido will feel supremely comfortable as he/she goes about all manner of ultracool canine business.

Doggles are available in various sizes, so you can dude-ify your dog whatever the breed, and are ideal for woofers who enjoy outdoor pursuits such as hiking, hunting or plain old posing. Doggles are also great for search and rescue dogs. Practicalities aside, Doggles are the coolest thing to hit dog-dom since Muttley donned a flying helmet, and are guaranteed to make your favorite furry friend the most talked about hound on the block. Woof!

Available at: Firebox (USA/UK/Europe) and Chimpfeet (USA/International)

We're pretty sure you all know what Twister was, aside from a short trip to A&E if you're not as supple as you once were. Well this wicked rip-off is, well, a recipe for a wicked rip off - so to speak. To play Karmasheetra you first need to be absolutely sure that you're prepared to get up close and extremely personal with your opponent. The sheet is coyly (or not so coyly come to think of it) marked with a series of hand, foot, knee and bum marks, all of which are numbered. Blue for boys and pink for girls (sooo conventional). You simply choose the number you want to 'play' and then, errrrrrm get into position and play. A bit stupid and immense fun for the flexible, uninhibited and young at heart!

Features:

- A kinky double bed sheet.
- The bed sheet features pink and blue hand, bum, feet and knee markings so you and your partner can get up to all kinds of mischief in all kinds of positions.
- The pink markings are for the girls and the blue for the boys.
- The markings are numbered so follow all the numbers in your color to get into the right position.
- The bed sheet is machine washable at 40°C (100°F).
- The sheet is made from 50% cotton and 50% polyester.
- Suitable for the adventurous aged 16 years+.
- Size: 200 x 140cm / 80" x 55" (unfolded).

Available at: I Want One Of Those (UK/USA/Europe/International)

So you want to give your pet the coolest designer gift around? We love the Wowo Raised Feeder - definitely for the coolest cat (dog/rabbit/chipmunk) in town!

The minimalist design will look great in your home too, and provide your pet with optimum comfort and convenience at meal-time. Handmade with only the highest quality of materials and real wood veneers, the Wowo Raised Feeder is available in 5 different finishes and sizes to suit all sizes of pets!

Available at: Generate (USA/Canada)

With a good sense of humor, the Popptags fill the void of creative, practical and memorable cards to accompany wine as a gift. Carefully designed and beautifully letter-pressed on recycled paper, Popptags will make an impression. Just slip the ribbon around the neck of a wine bottle and you are good to go. No extra time or waste is involved finding a gift bag or bulky card. Popptags can even personalize your gift of wine for all of your special events: weddings, corporate gifts, family reunions, parties, and more!

Available at: Popptags (USA/International)

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