Return fraud is a serious problem for retailers who will lose an estimated $3.48 billion this holiday season, according to the National Retail Federation. That is actually a bit lower from last year's $3.73 billion lost to return fraud during the holiday season. Annually for 2011, return fraud will cost retailers a whopping $14.37 billion. Continue Reading
ArchivesCategory: Gifts & Flowers
29Nov6 Hint-Dropping Ways to Get the Gift You Really Want
Have you checked out the countdown at xmasclock.com lately? Don't let it freak you out too much, but the holidays are here. And if you really want a shot at the gift you've been dreaming of now is the time to get to work. According to MarketLive's 2011 Holiday Shopper Survey, nearly half of shoppers Continue Reading
11Oct8 Perfectly Weird Gifts for Boss' Day
Boss's Day is October 17th this year. Are you prepared? If your boss is humorless, it's probably for the best that you don't shop off of this list. For those with a joker in charge (or those of you who would like to fantasize about giving your supervisor a strange and perhaps even passive aggressive present), here's eight gifts sure to be welcomed by the big cheese.Continue Reading
31MayFrame It! 7 Gifts to Frame for Grads
Looking for a special gift for the high school, college, or even kindergarten graduate in your life? Me too, and since I’m on a tight budget this year and am not much of a do-it-yourselfer, I came up with a great gift idea to get me through. My baby sister is graduating college this year, so I need a gift that is special, has a lot of thought put into it and that she will have and treasure for years to come.Continue Reading
25MayFive Perfect Father's Day Gifts You Never Knew Existed
What have you been getting your father for Father's Day all these years? Another tie? More "funny" printed socks? Stop that! It's time to dig a little deeper and get Dad something he'll really love, and not just become it comes from you. I've scoured the internet for you and rounded up five great gift ideas for your Pops.Continue Reading
24MaySimple Graduation Gifts That Grads Don’t Even Know They Need
The season of graduation is upon us! Someone very special to you has made an important accomplishment, reaching an exciting milestone in life, and you want to show them how proud you are. Don't get anxious about picking out the perfect gifts for the graduates in your life, because I've got plenty of ideas for you.Continue Reading
18MayMother's Day Sales Fall Flat
After a disappointing Easter, retailers were hoping for a rebound on Mother’s Day but consumers continued to keep a lid on spending. Though the sales numbers didn’t include retail spending on Mother’s Day itself (May 8), the slight increase in sales the prior week didn’t live up to expectations.Continue Reading
06MayEverything You Ever Wanted to Know About Mother's Day - Infographic
With Mother's Day just a few days away, we wanted to celebrate a bit early with an infographic about the history of Mother's Day as well as facts about all the great moms out there.Continue Reading
06May5 Unexpected Mother's Day Gifts
Mother’s Day is May 8th this year, which means time is running out to pick out the perfect present. And if you’re shopping on a budget, find tips on affordable options that are thoughtful, yet economical.Continue Reading
14FebRomantic Procrastination
Did you wait 'til the last minute to think about getting a Valentine's Day gift for your Valentine? Ooops! Fortunately, you can still salvage the day (and hopefully, your relationship). It's time to get creative. Everyone loves those little "conversation hearts" you find in candy stores at this time of year. Get a few bags, Continue Reading
12FebSecrets to Keeping Love in Bloom
Are you planning to give a gift of flowers to your sweetie for Valentine's Day this year? Usually, a bouquet of flowers is a slam-dunk gift. But that doesn't mean it has to be the standard dozen long-stemmed red roses. Think outside the bouquet! Try a mixed bunch of flowers rather than all those roses. Continue Reading