Canvas Pop: The hardest part about this is deciding WHICH photo to choose. This site takes your Instagram pics and turns them into a gorgeous canvas, perfect for anyone, really…
Marc by Marc Jacobs Classic Q Hillier: I got my mom the brown version of this bag for her birthday a few years ago and she became obsessed. I love the maroon (e.g. super trendy oxblood) for an update on the bag…and I’m sure she still won’t let my sister borrow it.
LATHER Survive & Thrive Holiday Survival Kit: As you know, LATHER makes some pretty amazing products, so clearly, I wasn’t surprised when they came out with the perfect anti-stress kit just in time for the most stressful time of the year. And who gets more stressed out than mom? Muscle pain relievers, Clear Head Balancing Balm (which I adore), an aromatherapy calendar and some calming facial mist…LOVE.
Today, October 21st, marks the birth of the infamous Kim Kardashian. Here’s what I would give the E! reality star, if I actually knew her…or actually cared to buy her something. What do you get the woman that has everything? Well…even more stuff. Kanyewhisked her off to Rome for the weekend where I’m sure she’ll be showered in all of the Italian fashion anyone could ever dream of. What would you give Kim K for her b-day?
If your dad is like mine, he’s nearly impossible to shop for. I’ve seriously bought the man at least 15 navy blue and/or black Lacoste shirts and at this point, I was almost totally at a loss for ideas. I decided to get a little creative this year and here’s what I’ve come up with that will work for MOST dads.
CaseMate Waddler iPhone Case: My Dad carried around a Zack Morris cell phone for years and I admit, he still hasn’t upgraded to a Blackberry or iPhone but if he did, I’d totally get him this hilarious case. Who doesn’t love penguins, right?
Crate&Barrel French Fry Seasoning: I’ve inherited a lot from my father – my nose, my feet, my face shape, my freckles…and, of course, my love of all things potatoes. We share a mutual love of french fries and I remember him making them in the oven growing up (and then the sweet potato version as we got older and more health-concscious). These amazing seasonings would’ve been the icing on the cake, so to speak.
Violight UV Cell Phone Sanitizer: Pretty innovative, if you ask me. We spend hours upon hours man-handling our cells every day and when I think about all the bacteria the screen receives, I kinda get nauseous. My Dad has always been preachy about germs and keeping things clean so I know he’d totally get into this little gadget.
As I mentioned back in January, my best friend is getting married this August and I’m the Maid of Honor! I admit, I’m a wedding rookie but since I consider myself a creative person with above average internet research skills, I felt pretty confident that I’d be able to throw a killer bachelorette party and do all my other MOH duties. Oh yeah, I’m even getting down with the “MOH” abbreviations! Anyway, the bride-to-be, like myself, isn’t into the whole cheesy put a penis on everything theme (thank god) but I still want to give her a traditional bach party…so what’s a MOH to do? Well here’s what I’ll be gifting the bride…make sure to check back for pics from the actual bachelorette party in Atlantic City (weekend of July 8th!) and the actual wedding in Westchester County, NY (weekend of August 12th!).
Frederick’s Perfect Present Bra: All the “bride” rhinestone-encrusted tank tops kinda make me sick so when I saw this super cute, yet still totally sexy “perfect present” bra and panty set, I knew my girl D had to have it. Plus, it’s got blue so the whole “something old, something new” thing is covered.
White Trash Sex Coupons: I think it’s super important to one, give something funny and personal to the bride and two, keep the personal gift within your sense of humor(s). D and I have been sharing laughs for the last 13 years and we’ve had many inside jokes within the white trash rhealm. If you don’t get it, that’s ok…but I know D will die when she sees this.
Booty Parlor Don’t Stop Massage Candle: You know I had to incorporate some beauty into my gifts. This candle isn’t just any ordinary candle…it’s also massage lotion, once the candle has melted the wax down a bit. It smells of exotic sandalwood vanilla (love) and the wax actually has good-for-you ingredients like shea butter, jojoba and vitamins A and E.
Ah, graduation. I just got back from a quick weekend trip to New York and during my visit, I visited my friend Vanessa at Hofstra, my alma mater. Vanessa lives in an apartment on campus as a professional resident director which, in my opinon, is totally bitter sweet. I would’ve killed to be able to stay in college and live that lifestyle for a few extra years but at this point, at 28 (or 29 for V), she’s started calling the students “the kids” and says she feels like an old woman around them. I totally get it. And, I digress. It was nice to visit Hofstra, a place that I still consider to be the happiest four years of my adult life, but I’ve definitely moved past that point and I think I’ve finally let go a bit and realized that my memories there are mine and they’ll last forever or as long as I want them to.
Cheesy rant aside, this got me thinking about graduation gifts. Of course, money will always be the number one gift of choice but I’ve also come up with a few more creative gifts that any grad would be thrilled to receive.
David’s Cookies Cookie of the Month Club: Um, I can’t think of anything more exciting than getting a new batch of delicious cookies mailed to me every month. In fact, I’m thinking about gifting this to myself.
Wine Grape Bosai Tree: This is both a challenge and entertainment. I’ve always had a hard time keeping plants alive and since this plant actually grows wine grapes, it would be fun to see if I can get the grapes to actually grow.
“Thrilled For You!” Wine: No card necessary. I love that the bottle expresses exactly what you want to say…and what college graduate doesn’t love wine?
Tory Burch business card holder: Getting a little profesh here. I love Tory’s business card holders and if any entry-level candidate whipped out one of these on an interview, I’d be super impressed.
Apparently it really is a thing for couples to look alike – Allure
Ah, graduation. I just got back from a quick weekend trip to New York and during my visit, I visited my friend Vanessa at 
