You know you need help: 12 groovy gifts for your geeky girl

Eileen Marable
Monday, November 21, 2011 - 6:45am

The first step is acceptance. Finding a great gift for your gal is really hard. There is probably not one woman alive who hasn't experienced the panicked or shifty-eyed stares of a gift giver who came up with an "under pressure" gift of fuzzy socks or a crock-pot for the holidays.

I understand how it happens. You waited too late, had no clue or you gave her something she said needed instead of wanted. Those gifts just aren't much fun; it's an epic fail and you know it.

Think of me as your concierge of cool gifts this year. C'mon, you know your girl. She's a gadget and game loving-fun-tech-freak like you. Together we can pull off some gifts that will both delight her, and relieve you. Everyone should be happy during the holidays. So boys, take notes — and ladies, don't be afraid to drop this list on your man as a little hint.

Like this list? Check out our Holiday Gift Guide, which is an easy place to find all of our holiday gift lists as we head on into the end-of-the-year gift-buying blitz.

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1. Recycled Keyboard Clutch This sassy little clutch made out of a recycled keyboard is an awesome addition to any girl’s outfit. Just big enough for the essentials, it is also a tactile delight. Clever you! Price: $38

2. Power Up iEarrings Does your girl get a kick every time she presses the "on" button to her Mac? (I do!) Then she will LOVE these artisan earrings crafted out of used start buttons. They’re shiny. She’ll love them. Price: $38

3. Lego-style Diamond Ring Gentlemen, this is the holy grail of gifts (in one gal's opinion). It’s got a Lego, it has a diamond and it is a ring. I don’t think I can add much more to convince you. Price: $250

4. Retro Block Heart Necklace If you are not quite ready to take that step with a diamond studded Lego ring, then consider another piece from the collection. This red Lego heart necklace is super sweet and a great stocking stuffer. Price: $14

5. Funchico Vintage Laptop Case Got a bit of a fashionista on your hands? Her heart might just stop when she opens this vintage styled laptop case. Pink and a little over the top she’ll look like Holly Golightly as she goes to work every morning. That’s a good thing. Price: $99

6. USB Heated Gloves Ok, admittedly this might fall into the "need" category but when she sees how cute these heated fingerless gloves are she’ll forget that. They allow for easy keyboard access and are powered via a USB plug into your computer. Perfect for that cold cubicle she’s always talking about. Price: $25

Infographics are so hot right now. This guided journal will walk you through chronicling her feelings and just about everything else (like what kind of superhero she’d be) in a graphical format. Perfect for your deep thinker. Price: $16

Need another stocking stuffer? This recycled, fully lined CD coin purse is eco-chic and just plain adorable. Soon she could even call it vintage. Price: $10

Honestly, I said holy sh*t when I saw these shoes. Standing by the saying it is better to look good than to feel good, these "data sandals" are for the girl that likes to make a statement. She’ll definitely be getting her Lady Gaga on with these shoes — the fact they are recycled from mother boards is just the cherry on top. Price: $350

If she’s handy in the kitchen, consider these robot cupcake molds. What’s not to love seeing those two words together? Robot + cupcake = awesome. She will rule the bake sale like the mighty warrior you know she is. Price: $18

Let’s crank it to 11. These chocolate chip cookie headphones are epic. They are the perfect way to listen to tunes and be precious as well. Warning: if she takes them to work tell her to keep them under lock and key — that person who steals the lunches will want these, too. Price: $48

If your girl doesn’t think this "Imp" hoodie is the cutest thing ever she might be a robot. It also has thumbholes in the cuffs to keep her hands warm! Frankly, you’d have to pry this this to die for item from my cold dead body. Go ahead — be a hero! Price: $60