For the Curious

Beaded Scarf/Necklace Versatile hand-beaded accessory available in six colors; $88 at environs Seeking the perfect gift for everyone on your list? This stylish gift shop offers luxurious bath products, gourmet goodies, scented candles, table linens and more. Good quality, good design, good taste... done! environs 65 Weybosset Street, #104 The Arcade, Providence 588-5185

Ski Boots Dalbello Pantera men’s mountain performance boots; $499 (includes lift ticket) at Alpine Ski & Snowboard Alpine Ski & Snowboard offers the largest selection of winter gear and technical apparel in Southern New England with the best value with their industry recognized performance guarantee. Alpine Ski & Snowboard 105 Chestnut Street, Warwick 781-4444

Gift Certificate Gift certificate good for Bluefin Grille or AQUA; available in several denominations and good for both restaurants at the Providence Marriott Downtown The Bluefin Grille cuisine is globally inspired with an emphasis on responsibly caught seafood and local ingredients. Gift cards – good for Bluefin Grille and AQUA – make great gifts! Bluefin Grille/Aqua 1 Orms Street, Providence 272-5852

Indian Purse Leather and recycled textiles purse from India; $150 at The Peaceable Kingdom From exotic clothing and accessories to home decor and fun for all ages, The Peaceable Kingdom offers a trip around the world in a gift box. The Peaceable Kingdom 116 Ives Street, Providence 351-3472

401 Tee Shirt Back Roads 401 tee shirt printed in RI; available in S-XL for $28 at Rhody Craft A carefully curated, eclectic collection of handmade art & craft. Unusual gifts: jewelry, fabric goods, monsters, prints, soap, wood, geekery, teachers gifts, myriad fun and colorful things. Rhody Craft 780 Hope Street, Providence info@rhodycraft.com