When money is no object and Tiffany is just too gauche, head to Cartier Jewelers to splurge on sparkling watches, fine diamonds, and oh-so-chic handbags. Prices tend to be astronomically high, although items such as pens ($185+) or sterling silver cufflinks ($400+) can make a somewhat more affordable big-occasion gift. Jewelry ($350+), handbags ($700+), and even the most inexpensive watches ($1700+) are all made with the high-roller in mind. This section contains information from Harvard Student Agencies' Unofficial Guide to Life at Harvard.

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Paper Source was started in 1983 by a woman who was obsessed with paper. The store sells cards, gifts, and handmade papers from around the world. Paper formats include large sheets, pre-cut and packaged letter sized sheets, envelopes and accessories. The card selection is creative and unique, and includes many that are handmade.
Paper Source also offers workshops on calligraphy, bookmaking and more. Click here for the current schedule.

Agent Provocateur unveiled its controversial new window display on Newbury Street and let's say heads will be turning with the store's scantily-clad mannequins striking a come-hither pose that seems more like a Parisian red-light district and less Newbury Street. But, what do you expect from a store that means "inciting agent" in French? In the wake of Diptyque has emerged Agent Provocateur, a high-end lingerie shop with apparel that will raise a few eyebrows among Boston's Puritanical set. Co-founder Joe Corre, who opened the label's first boutique back in 1996 with Serena Rees, has crafted a naughty collection of classic to exotic lingerie. Think enticing suspender belts, corsets, garters and see-through undergarments that will add a sizzle to your boudoir during the winter months. Cross Streets: Claredon and Dartmouth

Go-to home and garden store (great gift store!). Between the planters/urns, tableware, wall-plates, oils & spices, and wine gear- you're sure to find something for all members of your family.

Winston Flowers provides high fashion flowers with a pricey tag. Educated in the lastest trends with flowers, Winston Flowers combines unique flowers in uber modern ways to bring beautiful center pieces and flower arrangements. The staff know the plants, down to their scientific name- so be sure to ask how to care for your purchases to get the most life. They often sell small plants by displaying them outside the shop, including small pines for the winter (hint hint: christmas tree for a small apartment)

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Copley Flair is a one-of-a-kind Boston-prone shop selling novelty items, a wide selection of cards for all occasions, Vera Bradley products, and small collectable gifts. The shop contains about every novelty item- to weird boxed gum, squishy balls, iPod holders, and self-help books. The store is suprisingly well organzed and looks classier than most novelty shops. Forget your girlfriend's birthday/anniversary on the walk home? This shop was made for this exact purpose.