Nov. 5, 2009 (Business Wire) -- JCPenney invites customers to celebrate the joy of giving this holiday season by indulging loved ones with the most desirable gifts at the most desirable price-points. A tight budget won’t be an obstacle this year as JCPenney is offering the hottest trends in fashion, gifts, fine jewelry and décor at truly affordable prices. Additionally, with JCPenney being a one-stop shop destination for all apparel, gift, home and entertaining essentials, along with the retailer’s more than 1,100 stores nationwide and jcp.com’s 24/7 availability, preparing for this festive and magical season has never been easier. ‘Tis the season to give JCPenney!

“Thoughtful spending is the new reality. Consumers are looking at purchases with a new eye toward style, value and versatility and these priorities play directly to JCPenney’s strengths,” said Karolyn Wangstad, vice president and director of trend for JCPenney. “With our selection of gifts such as our faux-fur vests, bright pea coats and jackets, kids’ digital cameras and more, special gifts can be affordable, functional and fun this season.”

Gifts $25 and Under – Spread holiday cheer with gifts that you can’t afford to miss.

• Add a little “luxe” to your loved one’s look with a trend-right scarf, whether a sequin version, a knit or a colorful Mixit® faux-fur pull through, there's something for every style ($11.99).
• Accentuate her gam glam: Worthington® patterned tights in scroll, chain and diamond designs ($12-$14) and Decree® black ballet flats adorned with sequins both take her from day to night without breaking the bank ($24.99).
• Statement necklaces are all the rage and make a fabulous pre-New Year’s Eve gift. Try our Mixit Seedbead Statement Necklace ($18.99).
• Stay warm but still connected in our digital-friendly fingerless arm warmers and fluffy beret from a.n.a® ($11.99 each).
• Be creative with hats or lapels by increasing the sparkle quotient with an assortment of sparkly JCPenney brooches. The liz&co. multi colored pin is the perfect accent ($13.99).
• Keep him warm, and on trend, with knits from Stafford® & St. John's Bay®: gloves, beanies and radar knit caps are seasonal must-haves ($14.99-$19.99); cotton knit sweaters and sueded knit polos are essential for all winter wardrobes ($14.00).
• For young male trend setters, Arizona® sportswear and outerwear will keep him in style and on budget: puffer jackets ($24.99); fashion fleece ($24.99); variety of denim ($10.00).
• Artesia™ gold chargers ($9.99 each) will help create the perfect table setting this season.
• Bring the rich colors and bold designs of the season into your home with American Living® tartan mugs ($19.99, set of 4).
• Linden Street™ cake plates with scalloped edges in light green are perfect for holiday occasions, and everyday use ($24.99, set of 3).