gifts
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Holidays
How to host a white elephant party that’s (actually) fun
The air is chilly, the morning grass is frosty, and the pumpkins are adding warmth and color to the front steps. This can only mean one thing: the season for scheming up holiday party ideas is upon us. […]
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Baby
How to make a baby registry & what to include
So, you’re having a baby. And feeling all the feelings. As your baby shower date draws near, one of the most important tasks is figuring out how to make a baby registry—and if this is your first go-around, […]
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Holidays
The best Valentine’s Day gifts for him & her
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and for some people, the pressure is on. Whether you’re looking to treat a loved one or a love interest, there are plenty of great Valentine’s Day gift ideas out there. […]
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Etiquette
What to bring to a Christmas party: A guide to food and gift etiquette for holiday partygoers
‘Tis the season of holiday parties, and (if you’re lucky) your holiday invites will come by post—Paperless Post. One thing party guests love about getting online event invitations is the private messaging feature that lets you, for example, […]
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Etiquette
Beyond the bottle: 9 thoughtful gifts any host would love to get
It’s always a delight to receive an invitation to a special occasion someone else is planning. You get all the fun of a party with none of the hosting duties. But while you’re getting ready to kick back […]
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Wedding
Bridal shower gift ideas and etiquette
The best bridal showers are all about fun, food, and celebrating the bride-to-be with her loved ones. But when you’re invited to attend a bridal shower and are having trouble finding the right gift idea, it’s a little […]
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Behind the Scenes
Eco-friendly gift wrapping ideas
Did you know most wrapping paper isn’t recyclable? Once gifts are open and it’s time to toss the paper, tissue, and bows, most wrapping paper has leftover adornments attached—think tape, pieces of plastic, sticky labels, bows, and ribbons. […]
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Interviews
Baby shower gift guide (and ones to avoid) from our designer moms
Parents and non-parents alike tend to think they’ve got baby shower gifts all wrapped up. You get the Goodnight Moon, a mobile, bada-bing, bada-boom. Or maybe not. We talked to four very together mothers about what they exactly […]
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Baby
Easy go-to gifts for babies, toddlers, and kids
There’s a certain moment in your life when you realize that you’re not only buying gifts for your friends anymore—you’re buying things for their children. If you’re anything like us, you might also end up forgetting the precise […]
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Holidays
Perfect holiday party hostess gifts
Being a guest is mostly easy. Dress nice, show up, have fun, send a thank you note after, and oh: bring a gift. But what? We’re glad you asked. We think you’re ready to graduate from the nearest […]