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V-Day Gifts by Relationship Stage

February 11, 2011    |    By
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V-Day Gifts by Relationship Stage

Valentine’s Day is one of the trickiest holidays to shop for.  Any type of gift you get is going to send some kind of message, and is symbolic of what type of relationship you have. No pressure or anything right?! But what people forget is, this holiday isn’t supposed to be serious. You don’t... Read more »


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Fall in Love with Film: Our Favorite Romantic Movies

February 9, 2011    |    By
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Fall in Love with Film: Our Favorite Romantic Movies

What better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day this year then watching a new or favorite romantic film? Whether you’re with a date, a spouse or even just good friends, no one can resist the charm of a good romance, even you guys! These types of movies easily get clumped together in the “chick-flick” genre,... Read more »


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Gifting News from Around the Web

February 4, 2011    |    By
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Gifting News from Around the Web

Die-hard football fan or not, the Superbowl is always a party. As the Steelers and Packers go head to head this Sunday, I for one will be indulging in my favorite game-day snack: 7-layer dip. Whether you’re hosting a party yourself or just attending, here some snacking inspiration to feed the masses.   And... Read more »


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It’s a Mad Mad Mad Mad World

January 31, 2011    |    By
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It’s a Mad Mad Mad Mad World

Twice a year, the Gifts team heads to the New York International Gift Fair to see what companies big and small have to offer in the new year.  If you think we have a hard time narrowing down our favorite gifts from thousands of products all over the web, you can’t imagine the task... Read more »


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Gifting News from Around the Web

January 28, 2011    |    By
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Gifting News from Around the Web

Well we survived another week, and another snowpocalypse at that. With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, do you know what you’re doing for your Valentine or family? Check out our exclusive printable cards to get a head start this holiday. So whether you’ll be building snowmen or hibernating indoors, here are some fun... Read more »


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Gifting News from Around the Web

January 21, 2011    |    By
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Gifting News from Around the Web

Just because the holiday season is over, doesn’t mean things have slowed down at the Gifts Headquarters. We’re busy bees prepping for Valentine’s Day and the many trade shows on the horizon where we will be scooping out the coolest gifts for 2011, so stay tuned! While we munch away on our newly acquired... Read more »


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New Kid on the Block

January 19, 2011    |    By
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New Kid on the Block

What happens when you combine the two favorite interests for boys, Ninjas and Legos? You get Ninjagos, the newest brick set and game from Lego. Unlike most Lego sets, Ninjagos are designed for battle.  Along with playsets and vehicles, it’s all about mastering the art of “spinjitzu”. You can collect different Ninjago Spinners and... Read more »


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Gifting News from Around the Web

January 14, 2011    |    By
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Gifting News from Around the Web

Well we’re off for a long weekend. For those of you who have off work on Monday, Martin Luther King Day is also MLK Service Day. Help celebrate and commemorate this special today by doing some good in your neighborhood. See details HERE, on how to help out. In the meantime, enjoy the break,... Read more »


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Hello Kitty for Sephora

January 14, 2011    |    By
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Hello Kitty for Sephora

One of the most iconic, and I should say girly-est brands out there, Hello Kitty has launched an exclusive make-up collection for Sephora. And it’s about time. I’m a total sucker for cute packaging, so naturally I find myself thinking, yes, as a grown woman I do need to own a cat-shaped compact. The... Read more »


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What’s Your Gifting Style?

January 11, 2011    |    By
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What’s Your Gifting Style?

Everybody has a “gifting style” whether they’re aware of it or not. Your personal tastes are always a subconscious influence on the gifts you buy for others.  While the ultimate goal is to find something you think the recipient will like, a little bit of your personal style will always be a factor. So... Read more »


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Dana H.
Dana is Editor in Chief at Gifts.com. She loves helping make every occasion stand out with her unique gift ideas, handy tips & special touches. She has over a decade of experience with matching fabulous products with fabulous people.

Dan T.
As the Men’s Gift Editor, Dan is fortunate to be able to blend his work week with off-hour hobbies. Dan’s marketing background goes back over a decade, but he's always been passionate about the “guy” things like sports, electronics and grilling.

Gillian J.
While Gillian oversees Merchandising & Content for Gifts.com, she focuses on Women & Home Gifts. Prior to Gifts.com, she spent over a decade honing her gifting skills in the retail industry.

Michelle D.
Michelle is the Gifts.com Gift Guru who specializes in Teen and Beauty gifts. For the last half-decade Michelle has been refining her teen and beauty gifting expertise by working for Urban Outfitters and obsessing over social media.

Liz T.
Liz is the children & baby gifts trend editor at Gifts.com. Prior to Gifts.com she spent several years matching people with products while working retail. Her niece and nephews give her the inside scoop on kids. She also knows the best gourmet gifts for every occasion.

Felicia W.
Felicia works as a "Gift Guru" with a focus on pet and flower trends. While she is still learning the art of gift giving, Felicia loves focusing her attention on pet gifts. She is always on the lookout for the best and most unique items for our lovable cats and dogs.

Donna K.
Donna is Gifts.com's very own Editorial Assistant. You have her to thank for all of our fabulous Facebook posts and for making sure the blog is up every day. She is a "Gift Guru" in her own right.