While some were on romantic rendezvous this past Sunday and others were glued to their televisions watching the Olympic biathlon and luge, Chinese communities all over the world—from Beijing to San Francisco to Sydney—were celebrating the New Year, a fifteen day celebration that kicks off on the first day of the lunar new year. It's easy to find fun and affordable Chinese party favors and decorations on eBay, but our goal was to find more permanent items that would make the Year of the Tiger one to remember. read more

The Inside Source writer Chris Frey couldn't turn up a single "Christmas Sweater" on eBay to recommend in good fashion conscience. So she identified a few more stylish alternatives that nevertheless recall Santa and his elves. read more

As we near the close of the holiday shopping season, we’ve compiled a host of cheery, inexpensive stocking stuffers—from slick gadgets to luxurious apothecary goods—to cover everyone on your list. read more

Already shopped for your inner circle, but need to talk care of the folks on the periphery? What you need are some simple crowd-pleasers—presents that look personal, but that can be given to essentially anyone. We’ve conjured up half a dozen no-fail categories on eBay. Skim the choices, simply and quickly. Then buy up versions of essentially the same item (but with a totally personal touch) for every last pesky person on your list. read more

A key chain is frivolous fashion version of the lipstick one buys when one cannot afford to splurge on an outfit. Why entertain the idea of a red-bow-wrapped Lexus—especially for someone who already has one? Get a key chain for carrying those covetable car keys instead. read more

For Christene Barberich, editorial director of Refinery29, a wildly successful online magazine with a focus on indie fashion trends and shopping news, vintage shopping is all about the thrill of the hunt. "I like digging," she says. "It's a hobby." The avid thrifter (and dedicated eBay fangirl) recently sat down with The Inside Source to discuss her favorite pastime. read more

Though often referred to as Tinsel Town, Los Angeles isn’t the winter wonderland most of us associate with the holidays. But for what it lacks in snow dappled trees and frigid temperatures, it more than makes up for in festivity and imagination. Topping our to-do list, the eBay Holiday Mobile Boutique will be making its final stop at Hollywood and Highland Center (6801 Hollywood Boulevard) today and tomorrow. Stop by for last-minute gifting inspiration and expert tips, then check out these 10 options to get you into the holiday spirit in L.A.—no snow required. read more

This season is possibly one of the most glamorous we’ve seen in some time. With metallics, beading, sequins and embellishments of every variety out in full force, there are plenty choices that look much more luxe than their prices would imply. Find ten pieces that are are under $100 each, extremely versatile and have wardrobe mileage way beyond New Year's Eve. read more

These metallic accessories will keep you shimmering straight through New Year's Eve. At under $25 each, you can afford to pile them on. read more

The eBay Holiday Mobile Boutique touches down today. If you're planning to stop by and want to show up dressed like a local, get inspired by these stylish San Franciscans. read more