Ok, so you do have a little over two months to get your perfectly packaged presents underneath the tree, but don't think that we're jumping the gun by getting you started now. Featured here is a hearty sampling of this year's must-have gifts; don't fool yourself into thinking that these much-coveted items will still be readily available during your Christmas Eve dash. Pick them up now and pat yourself on the back come December - you'll be done with your shopping before the frenzy begins!

For the Woman in your Life

Accessories from Cobblestone Cottage

Brighton her day from head to toe with a leather handbag, shoes or accessories. Cobblestone Cottage, 253-0209, $21 - $240

Pack her favorite PJ's in this toile and polka-dot suitcase that accompanies the Rachelle pajama set. Just Us Girls, 259-7157, $145

Cowgirl up your lady in style with belts by Simon. Coko Par La Femme, 254-2656, $140 - $215

Make her time flexible with Sha's reversible watch or necklace. Up Your Alley, 259-4166, $39 and up

Give her baked goods without the calories with this Bath Bakery Kit. Madalian, 799-7983, $39.50

Adorn her with jewels that will become heirlooms for the next generation. Ro,Ma Jewelers, 254-6414, prices vary

Show that she has the "write" stuff with luxe stationery worth customizing. Paper Mulberry, 255-3363, prices start at $25

For the Gents

Golf clubs from Roger Dunn Golf Shop

Tie him up in luxury with exclusive Italian accessories. J.David's, 287-3636, $75 and up

Hit a hole in one with the newest technology in golf clubs - the G2s and R7s available at Roger Dunn Golf Shop, 222-7177, $299 and up

You'll borrow these back, but let him try Saje's stress reducing, energy invoking natural concoctions and essential oils first. Only then should you sneak them into your medicine cabinet. Saje, 799-7722, prices start at $10.95

Lasso him into some Tony Lama lizard-skin boots and he'll be drawl'n by sundown. Available at fine Western stores like Boot Barn, 251-0888, prices start at $99

Every guy needs a great watch, and these fit the bill perfectly. Baume & Mercier and TAG Heuer fine watches available at Ro,Ma Jewelers, 254-6414, prices vary

Encourage his technophile personality with the newest Blackberry or cell phone. Aadvantage Airwaves, 287-1700, prices start at $349 for the Blackberry

For the Kids

Pull Along Pals by Apple Pie Toys

Babies eager for a friend to chew on should get to know WhooZit and Tizoo - soft, bright and safe toys for that "everything goes straight in their mouth" stage. Fireflies, 255-9144, $12.99

For little ones, these Pull Along Pals by Apple Toys are a great substitute for the eating, breathing, shedding version. Last year's Toy of the Year winner. Fireflies, 255-9144, $24.99

One groovy girl deserves another - these Groovy Girls dolls and accessories fly off the shelves for a reason - their high-quality construction and hipness-factor make them irresistible, even to "way too old to be playing with dolls" Inside SCV staffers. Fireflies, 255-9144, prices start at $9.99

They'll be shouting "Ahoy!" for these cool pirate toys and book. And the hats fit adults, too (we have photographic evidence!). Fireflies, 255-9144, prices start at $15.95

These boots were made for walkin', and that's just what the kids will do in their new footwear ideal for fantasy play or real-life. Available at the Boot Barn, 251-0888, prices start at $34.99

If only our first cell phones were this cool - these light up when you call. Aadvantage Airwaves, 287-1700, prices for cases start at $19.95