We know you’re in a shopping mood. Free-spending consumers helped jump-start the economy this summer. That’s got retailers counting on an especially jolly holiday season. The National Retail Federation predicts sales will hit $217 billion, up 5.7 percent from last year. On average, each of us will spend $500 to $600. And the boom in online shopping has made it easier than ever to bust your budget; online holiday sales could reach $12 billion.
Of course, none of that makes it any easier to pick the perfect gift for your uncle Bill. That’s where tip sheet comes in. We’ve searched malls, cyberspace and a few secret sources for this year’s hottest gifts–from TVs to tamales, spike heels to sports cars. On the following pages you’ll find suggestions in every price range for everyone on your list. Even Fluffy.
