2014 Gift Guide: Pet Gifts

Don’t leave your furry friends off your list! These picks will surely get tails wagging (plus a little something for your favorite animal-lovers). 1. “Really Important Stuff My Dog Has Taught Me” by Cynthia L. Copeland: Described as “a collection of the timeless lessons we can learn from man’s best friend,” this heartwarming photo book will put a smile on any dog-lover’s face—and remind us of things we sometimes […]

2014 Gift Guide: Teen Gifts

Finding that perfect gift for your teen can be tough, but gift cards aren’t your only option. We guarantee one of these fresh ideas will connect with even the hardest-to-please teenager. 1. SamsSimpleDecor Prints: Your teen will love the prints available at this Chicago Etsy shop. They can show their local pride with a Chicago […]

2014 Gift Guide: Travel Gifts

Life’s a journey! Say “Bon voyage” in style with these great travel gifts for your favorite globetrotter. 1. STM Drifter Laptop Backpack: Tech-toting travelers will get a charge out of the plethora of pockets allowing easy access to e-reader, computer, smartphone, cables and charger. Plenty of padding keeps your computer safe and makes it comfy to carry. $149 2. Yosi Samra Ballet Flats: Smart […]

2014 Gift Guide: Kid Gifts

Shopping for children can be fun and overwhelming. (How many new “it” toys can there be?) Here are our suggestions for cool gifts your little ones will love. 1. Gravity Maze™: The goal is to get a marble from one end of the board to another, but you’ll have to build a maze using colorful, translucent towers […]

2014 Gift Guide: Guy Gifts

From practical to luxurious, these gift ideas will enliven holiday cheer in gents of all ages and interests. 1. Jack Spade Mitchell Leather Tie Case: This handsome leather case will get his finest silk ties from point A to point B wrinkle-free. And it only gets better with age: the all-natural, vegetable-dyed Italian leather will develop a rich patina. $248, jackspade.com 2. Chopard Superfast […]

2014 Gift Guide: Glitter Gifts

The holiday season is the time of year to express your appreciation for all that our mothers, wives, sisters and friends do to enrich our lives. Say thank you with a little something sparkly this year. 1. White-Gold Diamond, Sapphire and Tanzanite Pendant: Concentric circles of dazzling jewels, this 18-karat white-gold pendant is an extra-special […]

Father's Day Gift Guide

Father’s Day is right around the corner. This year, don’t get your husband or father the usual shirt and tie.   Instead, we’ve come up with a few personalized gift ideas that will fit the bill, no matter if the dad in your life is a gadget guy or simply loves lounging.     Sophisticated […]

2012 Gift Guide: For Tweens

When your kids start thumbing their noses at tricycles and tea sets, it’s time to expand the pool of potential gift ideas.   We’ve got suggestions for those “in-between” girls and boys:   Vera Bradley bag and wristletIf you’re trying to spot a tween girl in the jungle, just look for the Vera Bradley bag. […]

2012 Gift Guide: Gifting the Kids

It’s the best part of the holidays—picking the perfect present for the kids on your list.   Even better is watching them open it. Kids’ presents are fun—bright colors, sparkly lights, soft and squishy stuffed animals—the stuff that even the adults want to play with after all the wrapping paper is undone. If you’re looking […]

What's in The Box?

Need ideas for everyone on your list?   These local retailers have the gifts that will get a “wow!” Open publication – Free publishing – More giving