Christmas seems to come ever faster. Many of us are still none the wiser as to what to buy friends and family. Even though the festive decorations start going up in shops and shopping malls earlier and earlier each year, we always think we have plenty of time for buying the perfect gift and tend to leave it to the last minute.

Here are some great ideas as to what to buy for that man or woman in your life and for children as well. The current fast moving digital world has created a huge opportunity and choice for Christmas gifts that are suitable for adults and children alike. Here are some of the top gift ideas including some of the more traditional items.

Nintendo Wii
Nintendo is back in the popularity stakes with the Wii, is just the ideal gift for kids who love their video games, with classics such as Mario, Metroid and Zelda. However, it also appeals to adults, especially those who want to get fit or lose weight with Wii Sports and Wii Play.

Apple iPod Touch
Apple iPod Touch has the same multi-touch user interface as the Apple iPhone but adults and children alike will love the Wi-Fi wireless networking, Safari browser, Google Search and YouTube access. Most importantly you can download your favourite music with iTunes Wi-Fi Music Store.

Digital Cameras
What better way to capture those special Christmas moments than with a digital camera? Most of the best now have 10 mega pixels or more resulting in high definition, crisp images. Some of the top choices include the Sony cyber-shot, Olympus E-420, Canon power shot and Panasonic lumix.

DVDs
Here there is something to please just about everyone. The current top choices include:
Quantum of Solace
Mamma Mia
The Dark Knight
Twilight
High School Musical 3
Ghost Town
Michael McIntyre Live and laughing
Pinocchio special edition
Gavin and Stacey series 1
The Chronicles of Narnia Prince Caspian

Traditional Toys
Leaving the digital world aside, there are still many traditional toys that frequently hit the top ten list. Some of the more popular buys include:

Barbie Dolls, still top with girls.
GI Joe for the boys
Sesame Streets Elmo is very popular with both boys and girls.
High School Musical dolls and video game.
Star Wars toys
Lego sets including Star Wars and pirates.

Clothing
If you are still struggling with gifts for adults then clothing can be a good idea, assuming that you know your recipient`s tastes well enough! As lifestyles become ever more energetic, there are now numerous outdoor clothing ranges for both men and women. A number of brands have now combined utility with cool "street cred" in fashionable outdoor sportswear from jackets and sweatshirts to watches and sunglasses, appropriate for all ages. If cousin Fred is about to embark on an outdoor adventure, you may decide to buy animal clothes for him to keep warm and look cool at the same time!