Gift Giving Guy

Oprah Winfrey loves to give. She graciously signed off today after 25 years of daytime television and nearly a decade of her audience-swooning Favorite Things. The blog Jezebel estimates Oprah gave $23,809,050 worth of products since 2002. Not every gift stood the test of time — like Dell’s Pocket DJ MP3 player and J.Lo’s velour sweatsuit — but most have. Let Oprah be your guide for your next gift.

Automotive

• Garmin nüvi 250 Portable GPS Device (Favorite Things Summer 2008) $180
• Magellan RoadMate GPS Navigation (Favorite Things 2004) $150
• Volkswagen 2012 Beetle (Favorite Things 2010 — just a peek at the silhouette, not a giveaway)

Beauty and Body Care

• Andre Walker Hair Care Products (Favorite Things 2010) $65
• Bath & Body Works Purifying Mask (Favorite Things 2003) $18
• BlissLabs Glamour Gloves and Glamour Gel (Favorite Things 2002) $60
• Bourjois Lipsticks, Lipgloss, Lipliners and Lipbrush (Favorite Things 2004) $25
• Clarisonic Skin Care System (Favorite Things 2007) $195
• Claus Porto Soaps (Favorite Things 2007) $45
• DreamTime Foot Cozys (Favorite Things 2002) $50
• Frédéric Fekkai Creme Luxueuse (Favorite Things 2003) $65
• Frédéric Fekkai Apple Cider Clean Shampoo and Conditioner (Favorite Things 2003) $24
• “Grace” Basket from Philosophy (Favorite Things 2005) $115
• Hope in a Jar by Philosophy (Favorite Things 2010) $38
• Kai Body Butter and Body Buffer (Favorite Things 2007) $83
• Kiehl’s Limited Edition Gift Box (Favorite Things 2002) $265
• Lollia Lifestyle Collection Hand Cream and Foaming Bubble Bath (Favorite Things 2004) $58
• Lovely Perfume by Sarah Jessica Parker (Favorite Things 2005) $62
• MAC Cosmetic Carrying Case (Favorite Things 2003) $125
• NARS Kabuki Artisan Botan Cosmetics Brush (Favorite Things Summer 2008) $75
• Origins A Perfect World White Tea Body Cream (Favorite Things 2002) $31

Beverages

• Holiday Favorites Assortment from Talbott Teas (Favorite Things 2010) $150
• MarieBelle Hot Chocolate Powder (Favorite Things 2002) $25
• Piper-Heidsieck Champagne (Favorite Things 2002) $40
• SpecialTeas (Teavana) Fine Tea Gift Certificate (Favorite Things 2004) $100
• Starbucks Gift Card (Favorite Things 2004) $100

Books and Magazines

• The Story of Edgar Sawtelle: A Novel by David Wroblewski (Favorite Things 2008) $17
• A New Earth: Awakening to Your Life’s Purpose by Eckhart Tolle (Favorite Things Summer 2008) $8
• A Course in Weight Loss by Marianne Williamson (Favorite Things 2010) $25
• Everyday Grace by Marianne Williamson (Favorite Things 2002) $11
• O, The Oprah Magazine Cookbook (Favorite Things Summer 2008) $18
• O’s Guide to Life (Favorite Things 2007) $20
• The Book of Awakening by Mark Nepo (Favorite Things 2010) $19
• The Pillars of the Earth by Ken Follett (Favorite Things 2007) $15
• The Power of Now by Eckhart Tolle (Favorite Things 2002) $7
• O, The Oprah Magazine subscription (Favorite Things 2002) $18
• The Neiman Marcus Cookbook (Favorite Things 2003) $45

Charitable Gifts

• DonorsChoose.org Gift Card (Favorite Things 2010) $100
• Kiva Gift Card (Favorite Things 2010) $100

Clothing and Accessories

• Apple Bottom Jeans by Nelly (Favorite Things 2004) $70
• Balboa Medallion Rolling Duffel by Toss Designs (Favorite Things Summer 2008) $168
• Barefoot Dreams Robes and Throw Blankets (Favorite Things 2003) $135
• Burberry Coat and Purse (Favorite Things 2005) $1385
• Cambio Jeans (Favorite Things 2003) $150
• Cashmere Cable Sweater by Ralph Lauren (Favorite Things 2010) $498
• Cashmere Scarf by Burberry (Favorite Things 2004) $250
• Classic Sparkles UGG Australia Boots (Favorite Things 2010) $175
• Dooney & Bourke Leather Duffle Bag (Favorite Things 2004) $495
• Eileen Fisher Cardigan (Favorite Things 2004) $200
• Eileen Fisher Pants (Favorite Things 2004) $178
• FitFlops (Favorite Things 2008) $50
• H&M swimsuit (Favorite Things 2008) $15
• Karen Neuburger Pajamas and Socks (Favorite Things 2002) $68
• Kashwére Shawl Collar Robe (Favorite Things 2005) $145
• lululemon Relaxed Fit Pants (Favorite Things 2010) $98
• Magaschoni Embellished Tunic and Leggings (Favorite Things 2010) $298
• Miraclebody Jeans by Miraclesuit (Favorite Things 2010) $110
• Nike “Free Run+” Shoes (Favorite Things 2010) $85
• Nike Dri-FIT Workout Outfit (Favorite Things 2003) $130
• NikeiD Custom Shoes (Favorite Things 2005) $110
• Nordstrom Lingerie $500 gift card (Favorite Things 2010) $500
• Pure Color Cords (Favorite Things 2005) $170
• Quilted Jacket by Burberry (Favorite Things 2004) $195
• Rachel Pally Sailor Pants (Favorite Things 2007) $194
• Rachel Pally Swing Turtleneck (Favorite Things 2007) $141
• Ralph Lauren Black Label Cashmere Slim Fit Crewneck Sweater (Favorite Things 2003) $450
• Ralph Lauren’s Black Label Cashmere Cable-knit Sweater with Front Placket in Camel (Favorite Things 2005) $498
• Reva Ballerina Flat by Tory Burch (Favorite Things 2010) $195
• Season 25 T-Shirt from the O Store (Favorite Things 2010) $38
• Silver Ox Cuff Watch from Chico’s (Favorite Things 2002) $40
• Sophia Satchel by Coach (Favorite Things 2010) $398
• Tory Tote by Tory Burch (Favorite Things 2010) $250
• Tube Readers and Case (Favorite Things 2002) $30
• UGG Australia Classic Crochet Tall Boots (Favorite Things 2007) $120
• UGG Australia’s Uptown Boot (Favorite Things 2005) $180
• UGG Classic Short Boots (Favorite Things 2003) $140
• Yummy Tummies Tank (Favorite Things 2008) $62

Electronics

• Apple iPad (Favorite Things 2010) $500
• Apple iPod (Favorite Things 2005) $300
• Blackberry Smartphone from T-Mobile (Favorite Things 2005) $130
• Dell Wide-Screen LCD TV (Favorite Things 2004) $800
• Digital Camera from Frontgate (Favorite Things 2002) $250
• Nikon D3100 Digital SLR Camera (Favorite Things 2010) $700
• Samsung mobile phone/camera (Favorite Things 2002) $350
• Samsung Progressive HD Camcorder SC-HMX10C (Favorite Things 2007) $750
• Sony BRAVIA LX900 HDTV with 3D (Favorite Things 2010) $3600
• Sony Camcorder (Favorite Things 2006) $300
• Sony Handycam (Favorite Things 2003) $1000
• Sony VAIO notebook (Favorite Things 2005) $1500
• Talking Photo Album (Favorite Things 2002) $30

Food Favorites

• Beecher’s “World’s Best” Mac ‘N’ Cheese (Favorite Things 2010) $29
• Brownies from Moveable Feast Geneva (Favorite Things 2005) $25
• Centerville Pie Company’s Chicken Pie (Favorite Things 2010) $20
• Ciao Bella Blood Orange Sorbetto (Favorite Things 2007) $33
• Cranberry Creations Chocolate Covered Cranberries by Nantucket Clipper (Favorite Things 2002) $35
• Croissants from Williams-Sonoma (Favorite Things 2002) $40
• Fat Witch Baby (Brownies) Gift Tin (Favorite Things 2002) $47
• Garrett’s Special Limited-Edition Favorite Things Tin (Favorite Things 2010) $135
• Good Karmal (Caramels) Mini Crates (Favorite Things 2002) $10
• Gourmet Florida Key Lime Bundt Cake (Favorite Things 2004) $28
• Greenberg Smoked Turkeys (Favorite Things 2003) $50
• Holiday tin of Garrett’s Popcorn (Favorite Things 2002) $80
• Key Lime Pie from The Little Pie Company (Favorite Things 2002) $65
• Oatmeal Cookie Dough from Fox & Obel Market (Favorite Things 2005) $50
• Perfect Endings Desserts from Williams-Sonoma (Favorite Things 2007) $60
• Williams-Sonoma Mini Croissants (Favorite Things 2010) $40

Games

• Scrabble App for the iPad by Electronic Arts (Favorite Things 2010) $5
• Scrabble Premier Edition from Hasbro (Favorite Things 2007) $300

Home and Office Furnishings

• Barefoot Dreams Throw Blankets (Favorite Things 2003) $130
• Cashmere Cable Throw by Ralph Lauren (Favorite Things 2010) $595
• Elfa Customizable Closet System from the Container Store (Favorite Things 2010) $1000
• Lafco House and Home Collection Candle Set (Favorite Things 2010) $55
• Officemax Gift Card (Favorite Things 2004) $100
• Picture Frames by Jay Strongwater (Favorite Things 2002) $115
• Williams-Sonoma Home Bedsheet Sets (Favorite Things 2004) $388

Jewelry

• Jessica Leigh Diamond Earrings by Dana Rebecca Designs (Favorite Things 2010) $1900
• Judith Ripka Eclipse Earrings (Favorite Things 2010) $525
• Judith Ripka Necklace (Favorite Things 2003) $400
• Museum Automatic Arte Watch by Movado (Favorite Things 2004) $1000
• Philip Stein 25th Anniversary “Oprah” Watch (Favorite Things 2010) $2475
• Philip Stein Diamond Watch (Favorite Things 2005)
• Philip Stein Watch (Favorite Things 2003) $595
• Sophie Jewelry Box from Pottery Barn (Favorite Things 2010) $180
• TOYWATCH Crystal and Colored Crystal Watch (Favorite Things 2007) $150

Kitchen and Appliances

• Baker’s Edge Brownie Pan and Ghirardelli Brownie Mix (Favorite Things 2010) $35
• Baker’s Edge Lasagna Pan (Favorite Things 2010) $50
• Breville Panini Press (Favorite Things 2010) $100
• FoodSaver Vac 800 (Favorite Things 2003) $120
• Hand-Blown Crystal Champagne Glasses by Deborah Ehrlich (Favorite Things 2004) $195
• HDTV Refrigerator with Weather and Info Center (Favorite Things 2007) $3800
• Herb Savor by Prepara (Favorite Things 2010) $30
• Kyocera Ceramic Cutlery Set by Ming Knives (Favorite Things 2010) $75
• Le Creuset Cookware (Favorite Things 2010) $600
• Maytag Top-Load Washer and Drying Center (Favorite Things 2004) $1100
• Melamine Bowls, Measuring Cups and Spoons from Williams-Sonoma (Favorite Things 2007) $54
• Shaklee Get Clean Starter Kit (Favorite Things 2007) $90
• The Artisan Stand Mixer from KitchenAid Home Appliances (Favorite Things 2007) $350
• Weber Genesis EP-310 Gas Grill in copper (Favorite Things Summer 2008) $700

Movies and Television

• Five-Year Netflix Membership (Favorite Things 2010) $600
• The Discovery Channel’s Planet Earth DVD Set (Favorite Things 2007) $31
• The Oprah Winfrey Show 20th Anniversary Collection DVD Collection (Favorite Things 2005) $40
• United Artists 90th Anniversary Prestige Collection (Favorite Things 2007) $870

Music

• A Christmas Prayer by BeBe Winans (Favorite Things 2004) $5
• Decoded by Jay-Z (Favorite Things 2010) $35
• Illuminations by Josh Groban (Favorite Things 2010) $13
• Let It Be Me by Johnny Mathis (Favorite Things 2010) $12
• The Beginning by the Black Eyed Peas (Favorite Things 2010) $18
• The Christmas Album by Johnny Mathis (Favorite Things 2002)
• Josh Groban’s Noel (Favorite Things 2007) $10
• Growing Pains by Mary J. Blige (Favorite Things Summer 2008) $10
• Together Book and CD Collection (Favorite Things 2002) $149

Travel

• $200 gift card from Courtyard by Marriott (Favorite Things Summer 2008) $200
• Royal Caribbean Allure of the Seas Cruise (Favorite Things 2010)
• Trip to Miraval Resort and Spa (Favorite Things 2004)

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