For the Woman on the Wild Side

These black leather boots from Italian brand Di Luce are sure to draw stares wherever they walk. Be the centre of attention with these daring cut-outs, which will pair perfectly with the bright, patterned tights that are defining the look of autumn/winter 2010.

Price: RMB 4,280. Di Luce, 201-202, 2F, Shanghai Times Square, 99 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Pu’an Lu. Web: www.dilucestyle.com

For the Barbie Girl

Lights, Barbie, Action! Little girls will love this limited-edition Barbie. This 'high tech' Barbie doll allows you to record videos, add special effects and create your own movies, as seen through Barbie’s unique perspective. You’ll be playing with it yourself in no time. Available exclusively at Barbie Shanghai.

Price: RMB 599. Barbie Shanghai, 550 Huaihai Zhong Lu, near Chengdu Lu. Tel: 400 620 8181. Web: www.barbieshanghai.com

For the Designer Diva

It comes complete with a heart-stopping price tag, but the girl who gets this on Christmas morning will be putty in your hands for the rest of the year. The box frame of this stunning clutch is layered with delicate feathers in blush shades, lined with pink satin and crowned with three, crystal-embellished, hand-set birds. Pure decadence.

Price: RMB 27,699. Valentino Boutique, Shop 210A, Plaza 66, 1266 Nanjing Xi Lu. Tel: 6288 7896. Shop L1L, The Peninsula Shanghai Hotel, 32 Zhongshan Dong Yi Lu. Tel: 6321 2236. Web: www.valentino.com