Gals are different than guys. We hope that is not late-breaking news for you. Yes, Venus, Mars; among other differences. What is relevant right now, though, is that shopping for women is different than shopping for men. Certainly some gender-neutral gifts are fine, like a sub-freezing sleeping bag or bike accessories. In this week’s issue […]
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Gifts for your mom, wife or daughter
These are the most important women in your life. Don’t skimp. $100 is the entry-level gift for your mom; $100 is the least you can do for your wife; and $100 is a drop in the bucket of what you paid in college tuition for your daughter. While it is a good rule of thumb […]
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Second Tier
Gifts for your best friend, aunt
These are the ladies who support us when we’re down and celebrate with us when we’re kicking proverbial ass. What better way to say “thank you for putting up with me,” than with a well thought-out gift? Whether she’s the kind of lady who loves to stay in and cook, go out and party, a […]
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Third Tier
Gifts for your co-workers, cousins and compatriots
Buying gifts for co-workers, cousins and friends can be tricky—and easily overlooked. But they shouldn’t. Here’s the deal: if it’s a person with whom you regularly drink beers, run trails or see movies with, you should probably buy her a modest present. Similarly, if it’s someone you know will buy a gift for you, then […]
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Ask Mrs. Claus
Our expert solves your most troubling holiday gift-giving problems
Dear Mrs. Claus: I give gift certificates. Ten punches at The Yoga Lab. Dessert at Zydeco. $50 for Vanilla. It is a gift that I would like to get, so much more so than an ugly sweater or a sunflower print dress. But giving a gift certificate also seems like I’m not an original or […]