SEATTLE (November 6, 2000) - For type-A planners who approach holiday shopping as strategic mission (or those who may need a little inspiration just getting started), Nordstrom offers gift ideas to suit a range of tastes and budgets. Below, a sneak preview of just a few of the delightful surprises in-store, most, from the Nordstrom holiday and last-minute gift catalogs.

• Giorgio Visconti beautiful wide-band rings set with blue topaz or pink tourmaline gemstones, $2,095-$3,795; in Fine Jewelry
• Technomarine’s standout sports watch combines a trendy plastic band with diamonds and pink or blue mother-of-pearl bezels, $2,040; in Fine Jewelry
• Classiques Entier zip-front leather funnelneck jacket in black is a modern classic destined to be an enduring wardrobe staple, $370; in Individualist
• Clan Douglas cashmere cowl-neck, ¾-sleeve sweater in camel, $350; in Studio 121
• Mark Travers cream colored full-length quilted silk robe, $195; in Lingerie
• Lauren by Ralph Lauren updated Nordic sweater with cream/black reindeer design, $169; with Lauren black stretch jean, $59; in Point of View
• Anne Klein 18-carat gold plate/.25-carat diamond watch, $150; in Fashion Jewelry
• Flora Nikrooz red halter nightgown with lace cutout neckline, $135; in Lingerie
• Merrell ‘Alpine’ quilted water-resistant nylon tech slide in red, blue black or yellow, $69.95 - $74.95; in Brass Plum Shoes
• Columbia nylon down vest in active brights (turquoise, fuchsia, lime, orange and black), $58; with matching microfleece hoodies, $48; in Women’s Activewear

• Robert Comstock brown lambsuede shirt jacket, $795; in Men’s Sportswear
• Hamilton gold or silver stainless watch in smart traditional design, $345; in Fashion Jewelry
• Kenneth Cole New York black leather car coat, $325; in Men’s Sportswear
• Talbott black silk herringbone pattern vest, $295; with matching tie, $75; in Men’s Furnishings
• Newport Harbor heavy wool car coat in heather gray, $275; in Men’s Sportswear
• C. Reid ribbed merino/cashmere turtleneck charcoal sweater, $185; in Men’s Sportswear
• Trafalgar ‘Rags to Riches’ design braces, $140; in Men’s Furnishings
• Hartman deluxe 6-ring pda organizer, $95; and matching palm pilot carrying case, $65; in Men’s Furnishings
• Tateossian optic glass cuff links with white amethyst, emerald or sapphire stones are a statement of modern elegance, $90; in Men’s Furnishings
• Halogen funnel neck cotton/wool sweater in charcoal or heather, $65; in Men’s Sportswear

• Delight readers young and old with Olive the Other Reindeer, the charming holiday tale of a little dog who believes she can fly with Santa’s reindeer. This season, in conjunction with sales of the book in its stores, Nordstrom will make a $100,000 donation to the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. $13.95; in Kids Wear
• The Nordstrom-exclusive "Making Spirits Bright" holiday cd features non-traditional arrangements of classic holiday tunes. For each cd sold, Nordstrom will make a $1 donation to the Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation. $12; in Cosmetics
• Olive, the Other Reindeer-print girls’ robe, $38; in Kids Wear Girls
• Gund Olive plush toy, $20; in Infants and Toddlers
• Olive red blanket sleeper, $16; in Infants and Toddlers

• Canyon Group "Grinch" motif women’s robe, $140; and matching cotton pjs, $78; in Lingerie
• Nordstrom-exclusive Carolee ‘Shoes of the Century’ ornaments in various designs come with matching crystal stud earrings, $38; in Fashion Jewelry
• Colorful, whimsical holiday lights are inspired by both Olive, the Other Reindeer illustrations and Nordstrom in-store seasonal decorations, $20 for one 25-ft. string of lights; in Gifts
• Nordstrom slipper socks in ruby, amethyst or sapphire solids as well as zebra, tiger or leopard prints – all with faux-fur trim, $16; in Hosiery

• Kate Spade matching illustrated agenda, $195; photo album, $55; and pencil case, $40; in durable cranberry or black nylon; in Fashion Accessories
• Nordstrom cashmere/silk wrap in pink, lavender, sky, melon or black, $142; in Fashion Accessories
• Calvin Klein Cosmetics 6-piece makeup brush set packaged in slick travel canister, $125; in Cosmetics
• Esteé Lauder collectible ‘tasseled’ shoe-design compact filled with Lucidity pressed powder, $125; in Cosmetics
• MAXX New York brown or black curly faux-lamb shopper bag, $110; or satchel, $88; in Handbags

• DKNY Urban Flash digital steel watch with tech-inspired rubber band in cranberry, purple or cobalt, $75; in Fashion Jewelry
• Kenneth Cole his and her watches with stainless or leather band, $75 each; in Fashion Jewelry
• Karibou sterling necklace/earring sets with garnet, peridot, amethyst or blue topaz stones, $75; in Fashion Jewelry
• Cotton Emporium space-dyed knit cotton duster sweater, $68; in BP
• DKNY Active tech slides with water resistant neoprene upper, $64.95-$74.95; in Women’s Shoes
• Nordstrom ‘Stewart’ slipper comes in a range of colors with cozy fleece lining, $59.95; in Men’s Shoes
• Lucia Burns marled cotton turtleneck sweater with fringed hem in black, blue or pink, $58; in Narrative
• Preview comfy flannel pjs in red plaid or fun ‘junk food’ print, $50; in Lingerie
• Esteé Lauder 5-shade pastel crayon set for lips, cheeks and eyes, $25; in Cosmetics
• Esteé Lauder mini-manicure kit with five polishes, clear top coat and nail file in a convenient portable case, $25; in Cosmetics
• Daniel Green fuzzy slippers in giraffe or zebra prints as well as white, black, pink or blue solids, $24.95; in Women’s Shoes

Sit back and enjoy an eggnog latte in the Espresso Bar while taking advantage of the expert assistance of Nordstrom personal shoppers – they’re the next best thing to an army of elves when it comes to wrapping up holiday gift shopping. Complimentary signature Nordstrom gift boxes are available with each purchase.