We know that a designer name on an item is not necessarily a slam dunk indicator of a good gift but there IS a reason why you'll recognize many (if not all) of the names from the following group of ten designers. They all have a distinctive style — from colorfully quirky to downright beautiful — and produce items that have an eye on quality; always good things to look for when choosing a present for someone special. Here are 10 designer items that are simple, lovely and well within a $100 budget...

Russel Wright American Modern Pitcher for $75 at Bauer Pottery

• Russel Wright American Modern Pitcher for $75 at Bauer Pottery

• Alexander Girard "Old Sun" Plyprint for $89 at Maximo Design

• Aldo Londi for Bitossi Miniatures, $35.75 - 48.75 at Design Within Reach

• Tom Dixon Stone Candleholders for $59 - 85 at Design Within Reach

• Marimekko Pieni Unikko Tray for $44 at Crate & Barrel

• David Stark Wood Slice Dessert Plates, 4 for $40 at West Elm

• Jonathan Adler Match Strikes for $42 at Jonathan Adler

• Claesson Koivisto Rune Kin Votives, Set of 5 for $57.50 at Design Within Reach

• Amy Butler Organic Bath Towels for $16.99 at Bed, Bath and Beyond

• Eva Zeisel Bronze Candlesticks for $50 - 65 at Eva Zeisel Originals