Shop girls

Written by Amelia Mularz   

Between wedding season and a slew of August birthdays, I keep finding myself in a last minute scramble for the perfect gift for friends. But before I throw up the white flag of retail surrender and settle on a gift card, I always like to check out one of my favorite sites, ShopRapunzels.com. (If you're in the Palm Beach area, check out one of their stores, pictured.) Take a look at some of their fail-proof gifts for all kinds of occasions:

For a bridal buddy: Hanky Panky Bride Thong, $28
Let her aunts take care of the mixer and linens. Give your recently engaged friend something fun like these bridal undies to get her psyched for her big day.

For a gotta-get-well gal: Juicy Couture ‘Queen Wears Juicy’ Tube Sock, $15
Whether it was a break up, or a nasty cold breakout, let your under-the-weather friend know you’re there for her with lounge-worthy socks. They’re sure to make her rough patch a little easier.

For a celebrating sister: Jordann Jewelry Small Star Necklace, $55
She just nabbed her dream job. Sure, you could pop some bubbly. Or, you could give your rising-star friend something that will last — and won’t cause a hangover.

For an old-school friend: The Original Retro Brand Tee, $48
It’s been a while. In fact, last time you saw her you were sipping beers off of a frat house beer pong table. Reminisce about ‘the good old days’ with a vintage-inspired college tee.

For a preggers pal: TummyTs Fortune Cookie Tee, $46
A cookie tee for your friend's budding bump will make for a very fortunate son...or daughter. Gender-neutral and it's not even yellow, this is an especially great gift for moms waiting to be surprised.