Tag: gifts

  • 7 Marvelous Mother’s Day Gifts Under $100

    7 Marvelous Mother’s Day Gifts Under $100

    According to the National Retail Federation, Mother’s Day shoppers are expected to spend an average of over $200 cad for the holiday. That’s a lot of retail-driven adoration. From food to flowers to frocks, well-intentioned gifters are indelibly on the hunt for that perfect present that’ll light up Mom’s face and warm her heart—not just…

  • Christmas Holiday Tipping: Who Do I Tip And How Much?

    Christmas Holiday Tipping: Who Do I Tip And How Much?

    There’s the mailman, mail woman and the doorman, door woman,  the pet sitter and personal trainer, not to forget the housekeeper, home healthcare worker and many others.  So just who do you tip this holiday season and how much? Sharon Schweitzer, an international etiquette expert, author, and the founder of Protocol & Etiquette Worldwide, offers…

  • Noteworthy Gifts And Gadgets To Improve Your Summer And Beyond

    Noteworthy Gifts And Gadgets To Improve Your Summer And Beyond

    With upcoming summer temperatures in North America forecast as  “lingering on the high end of the spectrum”, many are still out and about enjoying the longer days and extra leisure time. Of course, during the summer our desire for gadgets and gear that eases our travels, enhances our self-care regime, and just makes life more…

  • 11% Of Male Black Friday Shoppers Will Pull Items Out Of Hands Of Others

    11% Of Male Black Friday Shoppers Will Pull Items Out Of Hands Of Others

    Black Friday and Cyber Monday are a cultural phenom. One that American and (in the past few years) hard-boiled Canadian consumers look forward to each year. They brave the crowds, set out a savings mission plan and shop like a thrifty gladiator entering the battle arena of value. WHEN IT COMES TO BLACK FRIDAY/CYBER MONDAY… While…

  • Fathers Day Gifts To Undoubtedly Impress

    Fathers Day Gifts To Undoubtedly Impress

    Like millions of others, each June you may find yourself struggling to find that perfect Fathers Day gift for the important “dads” in your life, whether that be your own father, husband, boyfriend, brother or other deserving and meaningful man. While most gracious gift recipients will dutifully smile and nod no matter how underwhelming the…