Be sure to include something inventive. Giving your beau or gal a gift that's new on the market gives them something to show off. This special gift proves you've put some thought into your gift choices, it also shows that you're up to date on modern technology.

For her, a treat small in size and big in style: Change Rocks™ are interchangeable rings that allow you to change the stone setting. Now no matter what mood she's in or what color she's wearing, she will have a ring to match. Costing about forty dollars, this in no way has to be your big jewelry gesture, but you can be sure she will appreciate your interest in her needs. You can find Change Rocks™ at www.goodtobeyou.com or at select Manhattan boutiques.

For him, an everyday necessity with a new twist. No matter how old, men love toys and technology. VIOlight™ products introduces its sanitizing travel toothbrush. Using a germicidal UV light to kill 99.9% of germs, VIOlight™ ensures the cleanest brush possible. Not to mention a sleek carrying case and cool concept. The travel sanitizing kit runs at about thirty bucks and gives you the gift of a clean, kissable mouth.

Sending your lover on a walk down memory lane is another important gift concept. Evoking the feel of childhood is a huge part of Christmas and shouldn't be neglected in even the smallest of traditions.

For her, a favorite of every girl and the beginning of teen sweethearts, the complete first season of 90210 on DVD. The Beverly Hills trends, the hunky high schoolers and the Kelly Taylor phenomenon will surely bring out the youth in your lady. The DVD set costs about forty bucks.

For him, a gaming device for on the go. Don't cut your couple time by feeding his videogame obsession with an in-house system. A Nintendo Gameboy Advance is your loophole and is a conscientious gift choice. He can use his GameBoy Advance for traveling or on his lunch break at work. It will make him feel like a kid at heart and keep you at the top of his priority list. It costs about eighty bucks and can be purchased at most electronic stores including BestBuy (www.bestbuy.com).

Spoiling your significant other is pleasing to both parties but, make sure you include a gift that brings you both together.

For her, get a gift certificate. Tickets to a Broadway show, a couple's massage or a gift certificate to her favorite restaurant. This way you're involved in the activity but the concept works in her favor.

For him, NHL tickets. The great thing about hockey tickets is that you not only show him that you are willing to share his interest in sports but also, you get an excuse to cuddle up with him at the cold hockey rink. Try getting rivalry game tickets at a local rink. On January 2nd the New Jersey Devils play the New York Rangers at New Jersey. Lower level tickets cost about ninety bucks each but get you closer to the action than any other sporting event (www.newjerseydevils.com).

Sometimes, plastic beats box. No matter how well you know each other, it's often hard to pick out the perfect gift. Simplify your choices and give a gift card.

For her, a gift card to Sephora or Bloomingdales. It may seem impersonal but the gift of choice is often less stressful on both parties.

For him, a gift card to Dick's or GameStop. Most guys love sports and no matter how hard us gals try to grasp the game we fall short of being the ideal sports companion. Let him play or watch with his pals, just provide the gift that makes it easier.

Lastly, and most importantly the gift that proves the most. Make sure to put something in each other's stocking that is your own pick. Something that you think he or she would want to have, that you personally pick out. With that said, since we don't personally know you or your significant other, here are a few questions to ask yourself when shopping for this gift:

What do you think he/she looks great in but doesn't wear much? It could be stocking-sized, i.e. a tie or sexy lingerie. What do you think could help make his or her life more efficient? Think Sharper Image-type gifts (www.sharperimage.com).