‘Tis the season for holiday parties– which means you will need some hostess gifts. My husband and I used to host an annual Christmas party at our home before travel hockey got in the way. Over the years we received some amazingly creative hostess presents, wine and champagne included. While a great vintage is always…

Buying for guys is always tricky in my opinion. Take my husband, for example. He is one of those guys who never buys for himself. At Christmas, I am tempted to stock up on basics for him– but I find that so dull and unimaginative. So his gifts are usually a mix of boring staples…

I always look forward to the annual holiday lunch with my closest friends. We enjoy some good food, a little white wine, and partake in a themed gift exchange. This year’s theme is “shop local” and luckily some of these picks can be purchased close to home. Below are a few items (50 in total,…

I love a good Christmas tree ornament. I often defer to the festive trimming option as gifts for hostesses, neighbors, and family members. There is something both whimsical and traditional about ornaments, and I find these playful glass versions so versatile (with endless, and somewhat random options). The best ones are a perfect mix of…

As promised, here is the first of the individual Holiday Gift Guide posts: 50 gifts under $50. The weeks leading up to the holidays are so hectic and I do not have time to shop local for everyone on my list (although I try)! I prefer to shop from my laptop with a nice glass…

When it comes to gift-giving, I like everything that goes into the process: choosing the perfect item, hunting it down, and finally wrapping it up. So, getting ready for the holidays begins with a restock order from Etsy and Amazon. Whimsical wrapping paper, luxe velvet ribbons, personalized gift tags, and of course, some leopard or cheetah…