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It’s Scarf Season

January 24, 2012    |    By +
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It’s Scarf Season

You wouldn’t know it given all the wispy dresses and strappy sandals in store, but winter is here to stay. This past week’s snowfall was a cruel reminder that we’re not quite over the weather hump. And while it’s important to bundle up, you don’t have to sacrifice style to stay warm this season.... Read more »


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Chinese New Year Traditions: Year of the Dragon

January 23, 2012    |    By +
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Chinese New Year Traditions: Year of the Dragon

Chinese New Year is a time where family members celebrate, reunite, and give thanks.  Each year my family goes to the temple a week before and the day of the New Year to say thank you to the gods for a healthy and prosperous year. We usually arrange dinner on New Year’s Eve and... Read more »


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Gifting News from Around the Web

January 20, 2012    |    By +
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Gifting News from Around the Web

Well it was a short week but a busy one as well. Guru Dan T returned from the Consumer Electronics Show in Vegas and regaled us with tales of the coolest gadgets and gizmo’s that are coming out in 2012. We got to hob nob with celebrities, i.e Jessica Alba and her new eco-friendly... Read more »


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CES 2012 Favorites: Star Wars for XBOX Kinect in 3D

January 18, 2012    |    By +
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CES 2012 Favorites: Star Wars for XBOX Kinect in 3D

The International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is the world’s largest consumer technology trade show. Nearly 150,000 attendees are on hand to check out over 2500 exhibitors showcasing their latest products on more than 1.6 million feet of exhibit space. This trade show is massive! Since consumer electronics are the hottest and (still) fastest growing... Read more »


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CES 2012 Favorites: LifeProof Cases

January 17, 2012    |    By +
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CES 2012 Favorites: LifeProof Cases

The International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is the world’s largest consumer technology trade show. Nearly 150,000 attendees are on hand to check out over 2500 exhibitors showcasing their latest products on more than 1.6 million feet of exhibit space. This trade show is massive! Since consumer electronics are the hottest and (still) fastest growing... Read more »


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Perfect Your Pout for V-day

January 17, 2012    |    By +
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Perfect Your Pout for V-day

Red lipstick has always made a statement. Cleopatra used a version of red lipstick made from crushed carmine beetles, Queen Elizabeth I of England used one made from beeswax and red plant stains almost 500 years ago and the Flappers of the 1920′s used red lipstick to show their rebellious nature. Today red lipstick... Read more »


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Gifting News from Around the Web

January 13, 2012    |    By +
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Gifting News from Around the Web

So we’re back, did you miss us over the holidays? We all got a little R & R that was much needed and now we’re back and ready to get back in the gifting game. Now that the holidays are behind us and our resolutions were made and already broken, we’ve got our sights... Read more »


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CES 2012 Favorites: Yo Gabba Gabba Muno Time Alarm Clock

January 13, 2012    |    By +
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CES 2012 Favorites: Yo Gabba Gabba Muno Time Alarm Clock

The International Consumer Electronics Show (CES) is the world’s largest consumer technology trade show. Nearly 150,000 attendees are on hand to check out over 2500 exhibitors showcasing their latest products on more than 1.6 million feet of exhibit space. This trade show is massive! Since consumer electronics are the hottest and (still) fastest growing... Read more »


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Alphabet Blocks for Worldly Tots

January 9, 2012    |    By +
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Alphabet Blocks for Worldly Tots

The Gift: Uncle Goose Alphabet Blocks (ranging $32- $98) The Scoop: For the past 30 years, Uncle Goose has been hand-making classic wooden alphabet blocks out of their factory in Michigan. And while ABC blocks for babies and children is a playroom staple, these blocks are not your average toy. Along with the traditional... Read more »


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Trends to Look Out for 2012

January 5, 2012    |    By +
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Trends to Look Out for 2012

Out with the old and in with the new! With a new year comes new trends, and although it seems a little early to be thinking about Spring, designers and retailers alike are already unveiling the new fashions for the season. Being the avid trend-spotters that we are, we’ve rounded up a few of... 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.