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Dorm Decor for Dudes

May 15, 2013    |    By
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Teen guys are among the hardest people to shop for and finding a graduation gift for them can feel impossible. Probably my favorite go-to gift to give these mystery men for a proper high school sendoff is dorm gear. However terrifying it is for the parents, it is equally as exciting for young grads... Read more »


7 Gifts that Glam Up Mom

May 8, 2013    |    By
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With Mother’s Day rapidly approaching we’re all wondering how we can make the most influential woman in our lives feel like a queen. If you have one of those amazing moms who does it all, then you know how much she deserves a little relaxation. I compiled a list of gifts sure to pamper... Read more »


Graduation Gifts: Best Sense of Humor

May 3, 2013    |    By
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Today I want to delve into gifts for the jokesters and pranksters you might be buying for. Anyone who enjoys a good laugh and doesn’t take life too seriously will be pleased with this amazingly hilarious group of gifts. Go to Gifts.com to shop my entire list Gifts for Grads with a Sense of... Read more »


Graduation Gifts: Best Dressed Girl on Campus

April 26, 2013    |    By
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I find that the most difficult graduates to buy for are the trendanistas in our lives. Everyone knows at least one of these uber- hip ladies that know all of the biggest trends before anyone else: the fashion obsessed! While they can be tricky to find gifts for, I am a bit of an... Read more »


Gifts for Recent Grads Entering the Workforce

April 23, 2013    |    By
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While some grads know exactly what they will be doing, whether that is travel, further education or a move, most are left like me, looking for their first job. Graduating from university is a time for celebration, but thinking of life post-graduation can be a scary thing. After graduating college, I spent a month... Read more »


21st Birthday Gift Ideas

April 17, 2013    |    By
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Turning 21 is a rite of passage, and an official legal welcome into the world of alcohol consumption. Being one of those special milestone birthdays, you want to give a memorable 21st birthday gift. But, as a parent, aunt, uncle or grandparent you probably don’t want your 21st birthday gift to encourage alcohol poisoning... Read more »


Macho-Eco Gifts

April 11, 2013    |    By
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Earth Day is April 22nd and one exciting new trend that I am noticing is a lot of Eco-Friendly and stylish products for guys! Think: manly-man, or what I like to call “Macho-Eco.” Guys don’t have to sacrifice their machismo to do good anymore. I love this trend because as people get more and... Read more »


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Graduation Gift Etiquette: Do’s and Don’ts

April 10, 2013    |    By
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  Graduation season is here! Frightened of graduation invitations flooding your mailbox? Don’t fret, if you get organized graduation season is a breeze! I compiled a handy list of Do’s and Don’ts for graduation gift gifting that is sure to keep you on track. While it’s important to give the people you love a... Read more »


Gifts for the Zombie Fanatic

April 4, 2013    |    By
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  Know someone who can’t escape the zombie trend? You aren’t alone! The zombie apocalypse has taken over books, television, movies and the minds of our friends and relatives. Whether you love zombies or are just shopping for zombie aficionado I created a unique list of my favorite zombie gifts available right now. From... Read more »


Spring Beauty Trend: Bright Eyes

March 28, 2013    |    By
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Even though it’s technically spring, this time of the year it can feel light years away. Here in New York City, home base to the Gifts.com Gift Gurus, it’s still way too cold. While we are yearning for spring dresses and shorts, it’s still more appropriate to stay bundled in coats and scarves. The... 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.