A shopping blog of cool gift ideas

By now the whole world is mourning the death of the King of Pop. Michael Jackson's far reaching musical and cultural influence turned him into an icon for these times. Everywhere you go, restaurants, stores, cars driving by, his music can be heard. Whether you grew up listening to the Jackson 5, or danced along to Thriller, everyone has their favorite song. 

Wear your support with this I "Glove" MJ T-shirt. A take on the famous I "Heart" NY shirts, this custom tee pays tribute to his unique style and is just one way of remembering this great music legend. He will be missed.

I "Glove" MJ Shirt starting at $17.95.

I can hardly believe it myself, but it's almost July! The rain has finally stopped and I'm ready for sun, fun and fireworks this Fourth of July. It's less than a week away, so check out our patriotic party essentials for this weekend. 

No one can resist cheesecake on a hot summer's day, and this red, white and blueberry cake is sure to disappear quickly from the picnic table. 

For those without a flagpole, you can achieve the same effect with this personalized flag plague. It's weathered finish gives it a folk art look for a dash of Americana decor to any home.

And let's not forget the kids with this American Flag Tank, perfect for boys and girls running around on the beach or backyard. 

For the entertainers, these portable wood flag serving trays will make any party feel festive and mess free. 

Check out the rest of our Fourth of July picks for hot holiday gift ideas.

One of the most stressful things when it comes to moving, is changing your address. Whether it's forwarding the mail, updating contacts, or notifying friends and family of the new location, it becomes a huge hassle on top of everything that comes with a new home. That's why my idea of the perfect housewarming gift includes Personalized Stationery. 

You can customize it with the recipients' new address, so then there's no excuse for not keeping in touch. It's definitely a nice touch if your welcoming someone to the new neighborhood. Since nice stationery can get pricey, I recommend going in as a group or couple's gift. Check out some of these fresh designs for Summer courtesy of Lilly Pullitzer. And don't be surprised when a familiar Thank You card shows up in the mailbox.

Personalized Lime Note Card Stationery starting at $92.00. 

On Tuesday, I had the opportunity to discus travel and summertime gadgets with Leif Iverson of Digital Trends. You can hear our discussion on the Digital Trends podcast. Digital Trends is a great online resource helping tech and gadgets lovers find the latest news, reviews, sneak-peek previews and discussions of the trend-setting technology products.  If you’re living a tech-loving lifestyle, you’re gonna want to bookmark the Digital Trends site.

The podcast basically covered Gifts.com’s summer travel and gadget guide. These are our gift picks that will help get the most out of summer. Some highlights are the digital camera swim mask, the solar LED water bottle cap, and the remote control snack float!

Now that wedding season is in full swing, it's time to start making your gift checklists. With engagements parties, bridal showers and wedding gifts, it can be quite taxing on your poor wallet. Get more bang for your buck with these reversible table tea lights. 

Literally two gifts in one, these colorful holders are perfect for holding tea light candles and when you flip them over they become taper holders. It's the chicest way to spruce up any couple's table. And for under $50, you can save all those extra dollars on occasions in the near future, like baby showers. 

Reversible Taper Tea lights starting at $29.95.

For all those tennis lovers out there, Wimbledon is like the Superbowl of the racquet world. And with American powerhouses like Venus and Serena Williams dominating the sport, this yearly event has gained more of an audience across the pond.

For those who like to work on their backhand without scorching under the sun, this stylish and sporty visor is the perfect accessory. Made of durable raffia and a cotton stretch band, it will fit most head sizes with ease and blocks those harmful rays. It's great gift for your favorite Country Clubber. 

Helen Kaminski 'Marnie' Visor starting at $65.00.

We may still be a few days away from the official start of summer, but that doesn't mean the backyard soirées and BBQ invitations haven't started piling up. And while any host or hostess is sure to be prepared to kick off the season, it doesn't mean he or she won't be delighted when you surprise them with some great entertaining essentials. Here are our hot hostess picks for parties big and small. 

As with any celebration, there's bound to be a couple broken glasses and scattered plastic cups, save them from these party pitfalls with some festive outdoor tumblers that are unbreakable and easy to clean.  

One the of the best things about wining and dining in the backyard is the natural light as you dine under the stars. Add some soft light to their night with these summer scented candles. I love the pineapple shaped one to give it that Luau vibe.  

Nothing says summer like a cold crisp glass of iced tea. This kit includes iced tea and lemonade mix, lemon cookies, a serving pitcher and a hostess tray. Arnold Palmer's anyone?  

And let's not forget the key to any successful summer party, Ice Cream! Kids and Adults alike will melt for these cone-shaped bowls perfect for make your own sundaes.  

As a bride-to-be myself, I can tell you that an engagement gift is the best kind of gift a girl can get! Two great ideas are a gift certificate for a couple’s massage or a wine of the month club membership. 

Both the bride and groom will be so happy to be spending some time relaxing together and not talking about colors, flowers, timing, music, guest lists and other drama. You will make their months of wedding planning a little less stressful. Help them take a step back to remember why they’re going through all of this…because they love each other! Forget the registry purchase unless the wedding has already passed or is within the next 2 weeks. Most couples these days have just about everything they need already anyway. And, in the end, they can always buy themselves that food processor when the dust settles. Send them something that will help them survive the dust storm, they’ll thank you immensely. Cheers!

SpaFinder Gift Certificate for Two starting at $200.00. 

Just because we aren’t spending as much on fashion this year, doesn’t mean we have to blend in with the rest of the crowd. The right accessory can make any old outfit look fabulous. I love a nice big bangle to add a little flair to my outfit.

From the queen of classic and clean chic, these Kate Spade stackable bangles let her mix colors and prints with ease. Each enamel bangle is lightweight so she can layer at your own discretion without breaking the bank. The bold and colorful styles are the perfect jump start to any summer outfit day or night. Snag one for the Trendanista in your life.

Kate Spade Idiom Wide Enamel Bangle starting at $98.00. 

When a big anniversary comes along, some people like to give gifts according to what each milestone calls for, paper for 1st, silver for the 25th, but what about for those in-between occasions? That's why I love the Anniversary Book, because every anniversary is a milestone! 

This charming memory book allows couples to store photos, notes, and messages they can write to each other every year. It becomes a piece of family history as it gets filled up with the wonderful memories they share together. It's hand-bound, filled with 40 pages, and features a beautiful cover. It's the gift they'll always use and cherish. For more great tips, check out our Anniversay gift guide.

Anniversary Book starting at $55.00.