Etiquette

Stellar Guest Guide #2: Jewish Weddings

May 22, 2013    |    By +
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Sometimes we get invited to an event and have no idea what to expect or what is expected of us. We’ve all been there; confused, bumbling and ultimately embarrassed. But, it doesn’t have to be that way! I’m doing a whole series on weddings so that no matter what kind of wedding you get... Read more »


Stellar Guest Guide: Catholic Weddings

May 16, 2013    |    By +
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Sometimes we get invited to an event and have no idea what to expect or what is expected of us. We’ve all been there; confused, bumbling and ultimately embarrassed. But, it doesn’t have to be that way! I’m doing a whole series on weddings so that no matter what kind of wedding you get... Read more »


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To Give, or Not to Give? That is the question!

May 13, 2013    |    By +
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  Graduation gift etiquette can be completely confusing. Between kindergarten graduation, high school graduation, and college degrees, graduation is a potential gift giving mine field. When are you expected to give a gift and when is it OK not to? With all of our purse strings as tight as they can be, you need... Read more »


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Gifts Guide to 1st Holy Communion

May 4, 2013    |    By +
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Communion season is in full swing in the Roman Catholic community. Most catholic children receive their first communion around the age of 7 or 8 and it marks the beginning of the lifetime of receiving the sacrament of the holy Eucharist. Usually celebrated along with family and friends, this important Catholic tradition is a... Read more »


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2nd Anniversary Gifts: Modern vs. Traditional

April 25, 2013    |    By +
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2nd anniversaries tend to fly under the radar, but they don’t have to! Now is the perfect time to review what the traditional and modern gifts are for this often overlooked occasion. In a survey that we conducted at Gifts.com, we discovered that the absolute limit for calling a couple “newlyweds” is 2 years... Read more »


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 »


7 Don’ts for Passover Rookies

March 25, 2013    |    By +
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Being a first time guest for pretty much any holiday is tough. You’re not sure of what to bring the host, how they celebrate the occasion, what the holiday traditions are, and for some, it can get a whole lotta awkward real quick. Passover can be one of these tricky holidays that might deter... Read more »


How To: Be a Super Aunt!

March 8, 2013    |    By +
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I may not have any children of my own, but I do have the honor of being the Aunt of eight boys and two girls, all between the ages of 6-13. And, they all love me! (If I do say so myself) And after all of this practice, I definitely know a thing or... Read more »


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Toys Kids Love That Parents Loathe

March 6, 2013    |    By +
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Every kid has a favorite toy that their parents can’t stand. So when buying gifts for the little rug rats in your life you may want to think twice about giving them something that will drive the parents bonkers. When you start shopping for kids’ toys it’s important to pay attention to age guidelines... Read more »


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The Wide World of Gift Giving

January 17, 2013    |    By +
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Ever wonder which countries celebrate the most gift giving holidays? Who do you think comes out on top? English speaking nations (Australia,England, and of course the United States)are the clear winners, but Sweden is close behind. Learn all sorts of fascinating information from the weirdest traditions to the most monumental gifts of all time... 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.

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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.