Many shoppers already have a few go-to Web sites for gifts, such as RedEnvelope.com and PotteryBarn.com. But this year, why not get more creative?

ShopSmart, the shopping magazine published by Consumer Reports, scoured the Web for sites with fun and quirky gifts. And shoppers can feel good about ordering at these sites because experts at Consumer Reports' WebWatch division, a watchdog group focused on raising Web-site standards, screened them. They made sure each site complied with their guidelines for customer service and disclosure of complete contact information, so it's easy to track down the company if something goes wrong. They also looked at return policies and shipping fees.

ShopSmart recommends these online stores:

• For significant others. History.com's extensive inventory of DVDs includes 296 DVDs on World War II alone, including Ken Burns' latest, "The War," and the "Ultimate World War II" set. There's also a Toys & Games section and a "Gift Finder" that helps shoppers choose the perfect present. BuyDig.com is perfect for gearheads, selling a wide selection of cameras, GPS navigators, big-screen TVs and more at good prices.

• For kids. For decorating a teen's room, AllPosters.com has a huge assortment of movie posters, like the one from cult classic "Shaun of the Dead" ($8.99 or $29.99 framed). Or do a little sleuthing to figure out your kid's favorite band and click on "Music" to buy a framed CD with its cover art ($49.99). Kids will love the adorable clothes on Oliebollen.com, like Paul Frank hoodies with detachable sleeve puppets ($50) and funky T-shirts for tots. The site also has fun kid gifts such as a marble maze construction set with wooden blocks ($75).

• For women. Loccitane.com features the French company's body-care products, which look and smell upscale but can be surprisingly affordable. Pick four travel-size products and they'll come in a little tote. Don't be fooled by the emphasis on theme parties at PlumParty.com; go straight to the "Plum Boutiques" for cool gifts such as Andy Warhol flower plates ($22), lipstick cases from Tepper Jackson ($22) and vintage-inspired dish towels ($32).

• For parents. NapaStyle.com has great gifts for the everyday gourmet, from etched glasses ($58 for six) to rare salts. Assemble a cook's package, and print out recipes, such as roasted butternut-squash lasagna, that tie in with featured products such as NapaStyle Toasted Spice Rub ($8.50). For culture vultures, Taschen.com offers lots of gorgeous coffee-table books on art, film, design, travel and more. Limited editions can cost $1,000, but there also are plenty of beautiful, more affordable books such as "Movies of the 50s" and "Great Escapes Around the World" that look like they're $1,000 but cost less than $50.

• For people at work. Overstressed colleagues will appreciate a little soothing aromatherapy from Illuminations.com. The site offers a huge array of candles in yummy scents such as crushed ginger and apple cider housed in frosted jars ($4.95 to $21.95). Or choose a gift set of feng shui candles ($35). Crane.com isn't as stuffy as one might think. The old stationer has classics such as traditional Waterman pens for a conservative boss, as well as fun stuff such as zebra-print Post-it pad holders ($15). Give disorganized colleagues a fabric memo board ($24) or a metal memo holder shaped like a posy ($10).

• For siblings. PatinaStores.com, a stylish home, bath, game and accessories shop, claims to put the kitsch in kitchen, and it isn't kidding. Check out the set of six nesting bowls in tropical colors ($16.95) and the stapler shaped like a trout ($16). Ebags.com has hundreds of reasonably priced bags, including a Holly Aiken Turbo tote ($155), cool messenger bags and iPod and iPhone cases.

• For grandparents. Think nostalgia! The retro online music shop Crosleyradio.com sells old-school radios, record players, music boxes and mini jukeboxes, many costing less than $100. LiquidPlanet.com features French press mugs ($28.99), teakettles ($40 and up), espresso cups ($49) and loose teas.