With the holidays close at hand, everyone is doing the seasonal scramble to find the perfect gifts. And, with the state of the economy and the housing market, consumers are on the lookout for bargains. That's why people are increasingly turning to the discount online shopping mall to stretch their gift buying dollars.

An online shopping mall has the best of all worlds: an incredible selection of gifts, discounts of fifty to eighty percent off of list prices, and the convenience of shopping from home. Plus, because purchases are often dropshipped from the distributor, packages arrive in record time.

Here is just a sampling of gifts you can find at an online shopping mall:

Apparel - Almost everyone can use a warm winter jacket, rain gear, gloves, or a hat. But if you're shopping for that special someone, lingerie is a wonderful romantic gift.

Auto Parts - While giving auto parts as gifts may seem counterintuitive, the car aficionado will be thrilled. From floor mats and cup holders to neon lights and racing seats, an online shopping mall has an amazing variety of auto parts and tools.

Cell Phones and PDAs - Consumer electronics are always a hit during the holidays, and a new cell phone or BlackBerry is often on people's wish lists. Whether your recipient is a college student, a retiree, or somewhere in between, giving a gift that will allow him or her to keep in touch with friends and loved ones is sure to be appreciated.

Computers - While a full desktop computer may be out of reach, consider purchasing a bargain-priced photo printer, educational software, or gaming software.

Electronics - Karaoke machines are all the rage this year, as are digital camcorders, LCD televisions, portable DVD players, and GPS systems. You can't go wrong when you give a personal electronics gift.

Health and Beauty - Fragrances are timeless gifts, and you can find almost every designer fragrance at an online shopping mall. If you want to support a loved one in reaching his or her fitness goals, consider a yoga mat, a pedometer, or exercise equipment.

Home and Garden - Virtually every person appreciates a gift for their home. An online shopping mall can provide everything from candles and kitchenware to painted glass and gardening gifts. It might even have pet supplies!

Jewelry - Jewelry is a perennial favorite on wish lists. From necklaces and pendants to rings and bracelets, every woman will appreciate the gift of jewelry.

Sports - An online shopping mall has a wide variety of fan merchandise from a variety of sports teams. Whether your recipient is into NASCAR, football, baseball, or hockey, you'll be able to find the perfect gift for the fan in your life.

Toys and Games - It's a joy to find the perfect gifts for the kids in your life. An online shopping mall has everything from video games to educational toys to collectible cars and dolls.

Gift giving should always be fun, and should never be a hassle. An online shopping mall can give you the selection you desire and the convenience you crave.