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Gifts for Shoe Lovers - Hot Gift Ideas & Must-Haves for People Who Love Shoes

By Desiree Stimpert, About.com

These gourmet chocolate high heeled shoes from Gayle's Chocolates are a great gift for shoe lovers.

These gourmet chocolate high heeled shoes from Gayle's Chocolates are a fabulous gift for shoe lovers.

Photo by Eric Smith, courtesy of GaylesChocolates.com.
Sweet on Shoes:
Gifts for Shoe Lovers with a Sweet Tooth
  • Chocolate Shoes - Probably my favorite item on this list, these chocolate shoes are incredible to look at and taste even better! $34 (US)
  • Shoe Cookies - Gorgeously decorated, gourmet cookies shaped like shoes. $4.75 and up (US)
  • Shoe Sugar Cubes - Sweet as ... well, sugar, these little cubes feature tiny shoe and handbag designs. $12 (US)
Shoe Calendars:
Be Remembered Every Day of the Year

While the calendars we choose to hang say so much about our personalities and interests, they're affordable, and also extremely practical. That's why calendars are one of my favorite gifts to give, and to receive.

If there's a shoe fan in your life, be sure to check out my top picks in 2008 Shoe Calendars for great gift ideas that will leave the recipient thinking about you all year long.
Shoe Books:
Top Books about Shoes

For shoe lovers, shopping for shoes is the best. But when we're not shopping, we love to look at photos and read about the shoes we adore - plus it's cheaper than actually buying each pair.

From Manolo Blahniks to drawings from Andy Warhol, here are a few of the Top Titles in Shoe Books for you, or as a great gift for the shoe fan in your life.
Shoe Jewelry:
Charms, Pendants, Bracelets, and More

From baby shoe charms to high heel pendants, and affordable costume pieces to high end jewelry, this list has it all.

If you're looking for an affordable, memorable or unique gift for a shoe lover, you'll definitely want to check out these Top Picks in Shoe Jewelry.
Shoes Decor:
Shoe-Themed Gifts for Around the House or Office

Here are a few fun, shoe-themed decorative accessories for around the house or office.
Shoe Art:
Paintings, Prints & Posters of Shoes

I have a particular fondness for shoe art. Given some of the links below, I'm obviously not alone. Here are a few great links for shoe-themed art.
Shoe Collectibles:
Miniature Shoes

While normal size shoes are of course, fantastic, these miniature versions are too cute for words.
Shoe Ornaments:
A Great Holiday Gift Idea

Even if you don't do the whole tree thing at holiday time, these pretty shoe ornaments would look great just sitting on a shelf.
Shoe Handbags & Apparel:
Shoe Gifts You Can Wear
  • License Plate-Styled Handbag Covered with Shoes - From the makers of those license plate purses you've admired for nearly a decade, these cool handbags are covered with illustrations of shoes. Buy Direct

  • High Heel Handbags - Made from real high heel shoes and boots, these handbags are extremely cool. Vendor's Site

  • Shoe T-Shirts - Adorable t-shirts featuring illustrations of sneakers, pumps, stilettos, you name it. Several designs offered in black or white. Vendor's Site
Shoe Gift Cards & Certificates:
The Ultimate Gift for Shoe Addicts

Of course, the ultimate gift for those addicted to shoes, is ... shoes! But they can be tricky to buy for others. Check out this article on Shoe Gift Cards & Certificates for are several top online and "real world" retailers that offer gift cards and certificates to make shoe-giving easy.

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