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This Splurge of the Week is more like splurge of the decade. For one, the cost of this Golf, Ball, Tee and Tray by Elsa Peretti for Tiffany & Co. is like buying a brand new car. This luxury piece by Italian jewelry designer Elsa Peretti is just one of the fabulous creations she made in collaboration with Tiffany & Co. Peretti captured the spirit of the fairway with a sterling silver tee and a golf ball covered with 390 pavé diamonds totaling eight carats. The perfect give for dads who considers golf as one of their passions in life.

With Mother's Day only a few days away, here are 10 great gift ideas under $100 that surely mom would love. I had 3 'P's in mind when I did my shopping. Practical, Personalized and Pamper.

Practical. Moms appreciates anything and everything. From a simple phone call or a Mother's Day Card made with construction paper in art class. So, we don't have to spend a lot of money on her Mother's Day present. As cliche as it may sound, it is always the thought that counts.

Personalized gifts adds an extra touch of warmth to any present. You van virtually get anything personalized nowadays. Get everyone involved by having a DIY Mother's Day gift get-together, perfect for the young ones.

Who doesn't want to have a day of pampering? But instead of giving mom a day at the spa, give her something that can pamper her everyday. Like a HoMedics Shiatsu Foot Massager, tea set or a set of luxurious Jo Malone candles.

And on this Mother's Day whatever you give your mom, wife, sister and grandmother will be appreciated and will go a long way. Perhaps the best gift to give on their special day that money can't buy is love.

There are a lot of places where you can buy pre-owned luxury designer items out there. But not as luxurious as Portero.com. Where else can you find Hermes Birkin handbags, Cartier earrings and other fabulous accessories. One of my favorite feature of Portero.com is they have ratings on the condition of items they have for sale. From pristine to fair. Just look at some of the items I found. Fabulousity for a fraction of the original costs.

I also like the fact they offer mostly accessories. I don't know about you but pre-owned apparel is something I don't get really into much. So, check them out.

Some say shopping gifts for women can be challenging. That, I have to agree. I'm not implying that they are picky or difficult, there is just much stuff to choose from. And this can be frustrating.

A friend of mine asked me for some suggestions on what to give her girlfriend for Christmas. He also told me, they (him and his girlfriend) agreed not to spend more than a $100. Sounds easy right? Well, knowing his girlfriend, she happens to love designer labels. And my friend for some reason thinks that $100 is not enough to buy his girlfriend anything. I was more than happy to help and enlighten my dear friend.

Long story short, with my help he found the perfect gift for his sweetie and another 'smart' shopper was born.

With a little bit of shopping around, you can find a lot of fabulous gifts under $100, $50 or less! One tip I can give you: if you have a budget per gift, get a couple or more items that fits your budget. Doing so will show how much thought you invested on your gift.

So, here are my top 10 gifts under $100 that your mom, sister, girlfriend and BFF would love!

Burberry Gent Leather Strap Watch $295.00, Salvatore Ferragamo Calf Wallet $270.00, Cole Haan 'Hamilton' Belt $75.00, Banana Republic Dress Shirt $79.00, Swarovski Crystal Cufflinks $81.00, Christian Dior Tie $148.00, Prada Double Bridge Sunglasses $275.00.

Father's Day is only a few days away and if you are still shopping for a gift, here a few gift ideas you might want to consider. True to fashion, gifts for dads are not as extensive compared to gifts for moms. Being an optimist, I figured no need to fret but see this as an opportunity to challenge myself on how can I make this Father's Day special for my dad.

So, the idea of upgrading and updating every man's essentials, i.e. wallet, tie, belt, etc. Was the easiest to go about on what to get dads for Father's Day! Believe it or not, sometimes dads are so busy with work and caring for their family. They don't realize they can use a new wallet or a new belt. And when you give them something that thoughtful, it just make the present more special. Also, you don't have to get dad the flashiest and hottest thing out there. Devote some time shopping around and I'm sure you can find the best gift for Father's Day. Like this pair of Forzieri Multi-colored Swarovski Crystal Cufflinks (shown above) for $81.00!

Mother's Day is only a few days away and perhaps most of you already have a gift for mom's special day. If you haven't (like me) here my top ten gifts under $100. I still haven't made up my mind on which to give my mom. Its either the Juicy Couture coin purse or 'Greta' glass bead necklace. But with the fabulous prices on these great finds, I can afford to give her both! I came across a site that has a lot of Mother's Day gift ideas while I was doing my shopping. Feel free to check it out, someonespoilme.com. Have a great day!
Juicy Couture Key / Coin Purse $47.00, Kenneth Jay Lane Center Key Ring $75.00, See by Chloe Small Shopping Bag $95.00, Miss Dior Cherie Eau de Parfum 3.4 Oz. $92.00.
Forzieri Rose Sterling Silver Pendant with Lace $95.00, Antica Murrina 'Greta' Glass Bead Necklace $99.00, Due Zeta Hand Decorated Murano Glass Perfume Spray Bottles $65.00

L' Occitane Shea Butter Body Set $88.00 SALE, Krups Combination Coffee / Espresso Maker $99.00 SALE, Jo Malone Candle Collection Set $85.00

Even at first glance you can tell that Alex and Ani jewelry is more than an accessory. I like to call it soul. If you haven't had the opportunity to know the philosophy behind Alex and Ani and it's founder, Carolyn Rafaelian. I suggest heading over alexandani.com. And perhaps you can agree with me when I say Carolyn is such an amazing and awe-inspiring woman. Make this coming Valentine's Day by expressing your love with an Alex and Ani Love Bangle set. Made out of 100% recycled metals.A gift like this will forever be cherished. Eco-fabulous!

Alex and Ani Expandable Love 5 Bangle Set $108.00 Shopbop.com

Alex and Ani Expandable 17 Bangle Set $300.00 Sak's Greenhouse Exclusive

Alex and Ani Love and Luck  12 Bangle Set $178.00 Sak's Greenhouse

PJ's are perhaps the one thing I don't mind receiving on my birthday, Christmas or any other occasion that involves giving me a present. Because it doesn't matter if its winter, spring, summer or fall, daytime or in the evening, you can find me in a pair of comfy pajamas. Specially when I'm at home. During this cold season, flannel and jersey sleepwear are best and cotton or other light fabric for warm months.