Poway Gift Ideas—Outside the Big Box

You have exactly 21 days until Christmas Day, and if you’re like me you probably had a plan to stop by Target to pick up gifts but was sadly overwhelmed with the hustle and bustle of the holiday season. 

Thankfully, plenty of moms and pops call the city of Poway home. So instead of shopping Big Box, take a detour to one of these locales instead to find the gift you need this season. 

Going Fancy

Need something extra special and shiny this season to prove your admiration? Drop by  or  to get what you need. Best of all, because it’s a small store, you’re bound to have the one-on-one attention you’ll need before making the big purchase. Or, if you're looking for a watch, stop by . 

For the Jocks

Is your son in “dire need” of a new skateboard? Does your husband want to pick up surfing? Try  to find boards at prices comparable to any Big Box stores. And if your loved one needs new running shoes, you can try  or , while  is the perfect stop for the serious sports fan. 

Beauty is Within Poway

Do the words hair clips, curling irons and a whole lot of a nail polish define someone in your life? If so, stop by  or  to find the beautiful deals on an assortment of goods. Or pick up a gift card at a local spa so your beau can get the pampering s/he deserves. For a full list of Powegian spas, check out our directory. 

Hello, Fashionista

Faux fur, dresses to die for and jewels can all be found at the  and . Stop by the shops if you’re looking to please the diva in the family with the in-season styles. 

Bookworm

I saved the best for last. (Yeah, the journalist would say that, right?) Fulfill the wants of the vampire-obsessed bookworm in the family (plenty of copies of Twilight available) or complete your home library with the classics by stopping by the  or the . Each store has a number of books in good shape at low, low prices. Even better, the funds made at the Friends of Poway Library Bookstore go directly back to the library. 

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