The crew at City Weekend just finished picking our Secret Santa names out of a hat today and the editors are already feeling antsy about where to get the best presents. If you find yourself in the same situation, check out this list of creative and gifts from taobao and set up an account right now!
Under 10
USD Toilet Roll (RMB4.4)
iPhone Lighter (RMB8.7)
Cake Towel (RMB4.7)
Under 50
Runaway clock (RMB48)
Mobile Tail (RMB48)
Swiss Tech Utili-Key (RMB34)
Under 100
iPhone 4 Case (RMB75.6)
Socks for a Week (RMB99)
Growing Time Book Farm (RMB79)
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