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Funny Gift for Grads: America’s Douchiest Colleges

July 25, 2011    |    By +
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Funny Gift for Grads: America’s Douchiest Colleges

Choosing what college to go to can be quite a daunting task for High School students. I remember pouring over the Princeton Review and campus catalogs trying to figure out what would be a good fit for me. With the stress of SAT’s and GPA’s, your junior and senior year of High School can... Read more »


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Top Gadget Cases by Personality: Part Two

July 18, 2011    |    By +
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Top Gadget Cases by Personality: Part Two

Due to the sheer volume of case options out there for smartphones, iPads and e-readers, we had to break up our favorite picks into a series of posts! As previously mentioned, gadget accessories tend to reflect the owner’s personal style. For the outdoorsy people, they’re going to need something that can handle the rough... Read more »


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Nerd Alert: Newest Addition to “Game of Thrones” Series

July 12, 2011    |    By +
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Nerd Alert: Newest Addition to “Game of Thrones” Series

Thanks to HBO’s recent adaptation of George R.R. Martin’s fantasy series “Game of Thrones”, it’s now “cool” to like fantasy fiction. Or at least for now. This wildly successful book series has been somewhat under the radar of the mainstream until now. While the premiere season wrapped in June, new and old fans alike... Read more »


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Summer Beauty Picks

July 11, 2011    |    By +
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Summer Beauty Picks

Just like your wardrobe, it’s important to mix-up your beauty routine for the summer. You wouldn’t want to wear tweed in July, and the same goes for heavy make-up during the summer months. While I’m a total product junkie, there’s no way I’m buying all new make-up and beauty products for each season. The... Read more »


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Guru Review: Adidas Boat ClimaCool Shoes

July 7, 2011    |    By +
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Guru Review: Adidas Boat ClimaCool Shoes

For me, the Summer 2011 has been the summer of the boat shoe. No, not the retro, ironic, hipster style boat shoe, but the “Boat CC Lace” shoe from Adidas. Fusing summer style and great utility in and around water, the Boat CC Lace is a super summer accessory. The shoe is made out... Read more »


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Top Gadget Cases by Personality: Part One

June 15, 2011    |    By +
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Top Gadget Cases by Personality: Part One

With the massive popularity of smart phones and tablet computers, also comes a huge influx of tablet cases to choose from. For every gadget out there, there is a case to keep it covered and look cool at the same time. Like any accessory, even the cases you buy for practical reasons still tend... Read more »


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Sites We Love: Pinterest

June 9, 2011    |    By +
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Sites We Love: Pinterest

Inspiration can strike at any time. Many of us have endless bookmarks and folders on our computers of things that we like or want to remember. Before that, there were folders full of clippings and DIY scrapbooks. So what if there was a website that allowed you to save any image or link on... Read more »


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The Tassel was Worth the Hassle

May 4, 2011    |    By +
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The Tassel was Worth the Hassle

There’s a distinct feeling in the air these days. Senior Fever is in full swing, with high school and college students just itching to be done with coursework and ready to embrace the future. Celebrate this momentous milestone with a Graduation gift they soon won’t forget. Whether they’re embarking for college, finishing their undergrad... Read more »


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Eco for Everyone

April 21, 2011    |    By +
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Eco for Everyone

Earth Day is only one day away and while it still is a holiday that comes only one day a year, its message is something that should be celebrated year round. So what does it mean to celebrate Earth Day anyway? Does it mean you plant a tree? Bike to work? Start a compost... Read more »


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Gifting News from Around the Web

April 15, 2011    |    By +
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Gifting News from Around the Web

You did it! You made it through another week. I knew you could do it. Spring weather is finally here and that can only mean one thing: Ice Cream. With Easter and Mother’s Day drawing ever so near, we’ve been busy bees churning out our exclusive guides and gift picks for all your spring... Read more »


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