Lesbian Pop Culture Reviews

2009 Chrismahhannakwanza Gift Guide

Shoot First, Ask Questions Later

With the Coolpix S640 digital camera from Nikon, the revolution will be videotaped. The newest Coolpix model shoots movies at 640 x 480 resolution and takes dazzling photos with 12.2 mega pixels for extra-large prints. Built-in features like Optical VR Image Stabilization, motion detection technology and high ISO capability reduce camera shake and increase clarity for brilliant images. nikon.com, $249.95

Recession, schmecession: no economic calamity will get you off the hook from holiday shopping. Get a jump on the annual consumer orgy with GO’s Holiday Gift Guide— with items ranging from affordable to luxurious—and spend your pennies wisely.

Photo Finish

To the minimalist who has everything (is that an oxy- moron?), give West Elm’s classy Steel Box floating frames.These shadow box-style frames hold photos, artwork or even small trinkets between shiny silver lay- ers.They come in three sizes and can also be monogrammed for a personal touch. westelm.com, $16–26