A new baby or a name change are great reasons to gift someone a pendant charm — but “just because” works too!
Gift Idea: Alphabet Pendant Charm
Gift Idea: Society 6 Trays
Looking for a pretty but functional piece of home or office decor for yourself or a friend? Society 6 is having a sale…
Lounging & Workwear Hall of Fame: Circle Cardigan
Update: There are several sizes and colors of this reader-favorite sweater in the 2022 Nordstrom Anniversary Sale, marked as low as $79.
What Things Do You Own That You Heartily Recommend As Gift Ideas?
We all make a lot of purchases and get gifts over the year — but what things do you RAVE about, that were amazing purchases you still remember? I’m listing some of mine – but I’d love to hear yours as well. What purchases and giftable experiences do you heartily recommend to others trying to come up with gift ideas?
Coffee Break: Good Genes Holiday Kit
This is such a great deal for this “holy grail” product, we’re highlighting it again…
Gift Idea: Bowflex Adjustable Dumbbells
Something on your mind? Chat about it here. I’ve mentioned before that I like doing lifting programs. I’ve got a new routine I really like and I just wanted to give a shoutout to these dumbbells from Bowflex, which I’ve had for one or two years. Each one adjusts from 5 to 52.5 lbs., and it’s … Read More about Gift Idea: Bowflex Adjustable Dumbbells
Gift Idea: Theater Tickets
Theater tickets make great gifts. This Off Broadway comedy/drama production of Pride and Prejudice has piqued my interest in particular, and I’m probably going to be getting tickets for at least one person I know. Which plays or musicals have you seen recently? Are you buying any tickets (or gift certificates for them) for friends and … Read More about Gift Idea: Theater Tickets
Gift Idea: Air Pods
If you have a friend or family member who’s an audiophile or has a lot of work-related phone calls (either on business travel or while working from home), I highly recommend these Apple Air Pods. While they’re pricey at $159, the clarity is kind of amazing. My brother has some, and once he got them … Read More about Gift Idea: Air Pods
Gift Ideas: Hydro Flask & Yeti
Here’s a serious question for the readers that’s very appropriate for a “Coffee Break” post: Hydro Flask or Yeti? I know people have some strong opinions on the best tumbler for carrying coffee to work. Hydro Flash has some serious accolades at Nordstrom, while the Yeti has the same over at Amazon. If you’re looking … Read More about Gift Ideas: Hydro Flask & Yeti
Coffee Break: Cookie Cards
Oooh: in my latest “things I’ve learned from the readers” column, it’s that there are totally awesome single cookies you can send to someone for less than $6 (and personalize it for just a few bucks more). (Here’s the recent comment thread about it.) What a great way to make someone else’s day and go … Read More about Coffee Break: Cookie Cards
The Office Pashmina: 9 Ways to Use a Wrap at the Office
Besides keeping a blazer at work, it’s also a great to have a wrap handy in your office. Sure, they’re great to grab as a top layer when you’re freezing, but that’s just one of the many ways to use a wrap or office pashmina. Here are nine other reasons to keep a wrap at the office: … Read More about The Office Pashmina: 9 Ways to Use a Wrap at the Office
Weekend Wednesday: Pajamas
Hunting for great pajamas for yourself or as gift ideas? Here are some of our favorites…
