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Just like with fashion, in home décor, sometimes what’s old is new again. And that’s certainly true with wallpaper. Available in a range of sizes, designs and colors, there are hundreds of wallpapers available on the market—and there’s certainly one that could fit your home. Sometimes you don’t need a piece of artwork, you just […]
The lack of work-appropriate winter wear for women is a real issue Long-sleeved dresses are the holy grail of dresses. And I’m not talking about the long-sleeved mini-dresses you wear to look cute when going out in winter but actually freeze in all night long. I’m talking the long-sleeved, work-appropriate dress. I mean the dresses […]
The Pantone Color Institute determines the Color of the Year by analyzing what colors are starting to trend in fashion, film, technology, etc. And one color they see on the horizon for 2019 is coral. That’s why Pantone 16-1546 Living Coral was named as the Pantone Color of the Year 2019 in December. Inspired by […]
There are just a few days left for holiday shopping. And if you’ve put off buying for the nerds and geeks on your list, have we got a guide for you! We’ve pulled a gift idea for fans of all the major fandoms: Doctor Who, Star Wars, Harry Potter, Buffy the Vampire Slayer and more. […]
It’s incredibly easy to get caught up in shopping for the holidays and not truly think through what you’re giving to friends and family. While trying to check everyone off your holiday gift list, you could end up overspending or purchasing presents that don’t have as much meaning as you’d like. That’s why we’ve rounded […]
We all have at least one on our list: the person who is impossible to shop for. It could be because you don’t know him that well or because she has everything, but whatever the reason, you end up stumped on what to purchase. Well, stop your worrying! We’ve gathered our favorite items on the […]
For a particular set of people, there is no such thing as too many beauty products. If you know anyone like that and are struggling to find them a holiday gift, behold our favorite beauty gifts of 2018. These beauty sets—including nail polish, hair products, makeup and skin care—range in prices and products. Milk Makeup […]
You probably realize that we kind of sort of love The Big Bang Theory. And we know many of you do, too. CafePress and Etsy are chock-full of fan art, t-shirts and more, but we want to help you save some time during your already-busy holiday season. We’ve gathered up our favorite gifts in a […]
A bottle of bubbly or a box of chocolates are easy gift ideas no matter the season, but showing that you truly care takes thought. That’s where we come in: We’ve rounded up the best of the best in food and drink gifts: premium cheeses, sweet, chewy toffee, a high-end Italian liquor (in a beautiful […]
Sometimes one gift isn’t enough; for the person who has it all or that you want to surprise continually, sign them up for one of these subscription services! We’ve included a little bit of everything: boxes for kids, foodies, yogis, you name it. TokiBox According to TokiBox, the best gifts in life are vegan (and […]
It’s the same every year: On the last week of school before the winter holiday, you realize you need to purchase gifts for your children’s teachers. Don’t let the time get away from you! We’ve picked out nine gifts that are perfect for educators. KIND chocolate cheer holiday cube Teachers are notorious for being on-the-go, […]
If you’re like me, you love gift giving. Whether it’s Christmas, graduations, or birthdays, I love taking the time to pick the perfect present for my friends and families. But at the holidays, buying all those “perfect presents” at once can take a toll on my bank account. It doesn’t have to, though! There are […]
Sure you could stand in line at Walmart or Best Buy and attempt to buy the newest TV this Black Friday, but that doesn’t really sound like fun to us. We’d rather shop from the comfort of our cozy homes and get things we’ll actually enjoy: beauty products, clothing, kitchen products and more. With that […]
Before corks became so popular, vintners would often stop bottles with a rag. Yes, a rag. And although this switch happened way back in the 1800s, it’s not hard to imagine people having a hard time getting on board with cork… just like it’s taken people a while to accept that a screw-top doesn’t mean […]
Solo: A Star Wars Story releases May 25—and we’re already having a hard time containing our excitement. It’s no secret we’re big geeks around here, and Star Wars ranks pretty high in the Grok Nation books. The latest in the Star Wars saga, directed by Ron Howard, tells the story of a young smuggler named […]
We’re nearing the end of spring and heading into summer, which only means one thing: It’s wedding season. This year there’s even more hubbub than usual, though; it seems the whole world has wedding fever. And that’s thanks to Meghan Markle and Prince Harry. The LA native will wed Britain’s sixth-in-line-to-the-throne on Saturday, May 19. […]
Every year the second Sunday in May, Mother’s Day, comes to remind us to honor the women we love. Whether celebrating your mother, your grandmother, or other special ladies in your life, the day allows you to show how much you care. Since Mother’s Day is this Sunday, May 13, we curated a Mother’s Day […]
If you’re anything like me, Mother’s Day somehow sneaks up every year. I have the best of intentions to purchase my mom something nice and meaningful, but often due to time constraints (and not living in the same city as her), I end up sending last minute flowers or a gift card via email. Not […]
It’s impossible to miss the baby chicks and pastel colors in nearly every store right about now. Although Easter is a date celebrating the resurrection of Jesus, you don’t have to be of the faith to mark the the springtime holiday with egg hunts and candy-filled Easter baskets. Sugar is a universal language. I grew […]
Women’s Day was first celebrated in New York on February 28, 1909, but as the women’s movement picked up steam, March 8 was set as a celebration date. And in 1975 it was recognized as a global holiday by the United Nations. While the UN has dubbed this year’s theme “Time is Now: Rural and […]
