Posts Tagged ‘ Romantic ’

Gifts.com Editor in Chief Talks Valentine’s Day Gifts

February 6, 2013    |    By +
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Dana Holmes Gift Expert

If you are a morning news fan, then you probably caught me on your local station recently talking you through some fun ideas for all types of relationships whether you’re spreading the love to your best friends, or reconnecting with your ‘happily ever after’. It’s never easy to think of a Valentine’s Day gift... Read more »


Alternative Romantic Escapes

January 31, 2013    |    By +
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For many couples, romance means a midnight walk along the beach, candle-lit meals with a glass of wine, and a surprise trip to an exotic location. But for some couples, romance is found through sharing adventure and excitement! With Valentine’s Day right around the corner, why not try something different and plan one of... Read more »


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Perfectly Romantic Pinterest Contest!

December 26, 2012    |    By +
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Win $500 for creating the most perfectly romantic Pinterest Board.

We are at it again. This time, You can win a $500 shopping spree by creating the most Perfectly Romantic Pinterest board. So, start your search for the most festive, frilly, and fabulous romantic images you can find for your chance to win. Whether you are into hearts or lace, vintage or modern, red... Read more »


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The Perfect Gift for History Buffs & Romantics Alike

July 23, 2012    |    By +
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The Perfect Gift for History Buffs & Romantics Alike

I love “feel good” stories, so I couldn’t resist writing about the book My Dearest Anna by Kara Martinelli. When Kara Martinelli’s beloved grandfather passed away, she didn’t want his heroic and inspiring accounts of flying during WWII to go with him. Then, she learned that she had also inherited a collection of letters... Read more »


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Guest Guru: Valentine’s Day Gifts for the Wife

February 8, 2012    |    By +
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Guest Guru: Valentine’s Day Gifts for the Wife

Melissa Chapman is one busy lady! She regularly blogs about her marriage, family life, and everything in between at Married My Sugar Daddy and you can find her work in ABC News, Momtourage, Lifetime Moms, Babble, The Washington Post, Time Out NY Kids and iVillage. It’s the day that strikes fear in the heart of... Read more »


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Top 10 Sap-Free Valentine’s Day Gifts for Guys

January 31, 2012    |    By +
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Top 10 Sap-Free Valentine’s Day Gifts for Guys

Valentine’s Day is all about the celebration of love, in all of its forms. But when it comes to gifting for guys, it’s better to save the sentimentality for the greeting cards. His eyes aren’t going to light up at the sign of a giant teddy bear or a box full of chocolates, so... Read more »


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A Guy’s Guide to Valentine’s Day

January 26, 2012    |    By +
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A Guy’s Guide to Valentine’s Day

For many guys Valentine’s Day is a minefield. It seems it’s a lot easier to get it wrong than it is to get it right. Don’t Panic. Relax. You got this. Some great gifting advice nuggets: You know what she likes. It’s best to stay in that realm and don’t guess and gift her... 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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Sites We Love: Tastebook

January 10, 2012    |    By +
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Sites We Love: Tastebook

As a Gift Guru, I consider it my number one priority to not only find great gifts, but to give them as well. I’m always on the lookout for that something special that stands out from all of the usual stuff you find in the malls and other major retail chains. So anytime I... Read more »


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An Anniversary Gift that Gets Better with Age

October 11, 2011    |    By +
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An Anniversary Gift that Gets Better with Age

Here at Gifts, we like to think of every anniversary as a milestone and worthy of celebration. Whether you’re married or still dating, it’s important to take the time to show your loved one how much they’re appreciated. Like any gift, anniversary gifts are all about context and will differ for each type 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.