Gifts for animals and animal lovers…

Who Let the Dogs Out

1) Canvas Pet Tote ($160)

{Courtesy of LOVETHYBEAST}

2) ED by Ellen Scribble Dog V-Neck Tee ($40)

{Courtesy of ED by Ellen}

3) Bocce’s Bakery Assorted Biscuit Box ($59)

{Courtesy of Bocce’s Bakery}

4) Jonathan Adler Ceramic Terrier ($138)

Jonathan Adler Ceramic Dachshund ($88)

{Courtesy of Jonathan Adler}

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Gifts that get any student excited to go to class (once in awhile)…

College Cravings

Staples for those late night munchies.

1) Sur La Table Pro Ceramic Pizza Stone ($40)

{Courtesy of Sur La Table}

A professional grade pizza stone is perfect for nights you want to skip the take out. Grab your roommates and some Trader Joe’s dough and get creative. It is even dishwasher safe.

2) Noodle Bowls with Melamine Chopsticks, Set of 4 ($28)

{Courtesy of World Market}

Noodles and Netflix, what else does a college student need? Bowls with built in chopsticks add an instant upgrade to instant ramen.

3) Cravings: Recipes for All the Food You Want to Eat ($18)

{Courtesy of Amazon}

The title says it all! This 5-star cookbook has recipes for all the food you want to eat. Grab your friends and fill your bellies with John’s fried chicken wings.

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It’s time to say “I do” to these Wedding gifts! Some couples are strategic and strict about their registries, however, in my experience with all the celebrations leading up to the big day, there are plenty of opportunities to gift something unique. So if you’re not one to buy a blender for the newlyweds, check out my top registry picks for brides and brides-to-be as well as gifts in all price ranges for bridal showers, engagements, bachelorette parties, or perhaps an anniversary.

Engagement Celebrations

1) Speak Wines – “The Future is Exciting” ($25)

Forget message in a bottle – #speakwines feature messages right on the bottle. The trick to save on shipping is to join the email #clique for exclusive sales or buy in bulk (free shipping on orders over $100). Bottles are only available for purchase online in California so be sure to buy in advance.

2) Sugarfina Champagne Bears ($8.50+)

Grown up gummy bears infused with Dom Pérignon Vintage Champagne. Add to a candy “bento box” for a complete #sugarfina gift set. These sweet treats are a great way to say congratulations to colleagues without breaking the bank.

3) Adventure Begins Etched Wine Decanter ($47)

Pairs perfectly with the couple’s favorite bottle of wine.

4) Waterford Elegance Champagne Classic Flute Pair ($70)

An essential to toast at any celebration.

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Get out those swimsuits and sparklers for all things fun in the sun…

Juicy Fruit

Stay hydrated with a S’ip by S’well water bottle or accessorize with a festive cocktail like a Pina Colada garnished with these Crate & Barrel swizzle sticks.

Here are my picks for some more sweet gifts:

1. BigMouth Pineapple Pool Float ($25)
2. Pool Floats – Pineapple, Watermelon, and Swan ($60)
3. Pineapple Fluf Organic Cotton Lunch Bag ($20)
4. Watermelon Fluf Organic Cotton Lunch Bag ($20)
5. JCrew Girls’ One-Piece Swimsuit in Watermelon ($55)
6. Marble & Acacia Cheese Board – Pineapple Shape ($68)

I am also obsessed with all things lemon by Draper James, including this Summer dress.

Go Bananas

These Sundae inspired gifts are the cherry on top for any ice cream lover.

1. Pottery Barn Kids – Banana Split Bowl ($3 each – on sale)
2. Ice Cream Tea Towel ($17)

Chiller//Chillax

Get the patio conversations started with any one of these cool beverages.

Crate and Barrel Ice Mold/Wine Bottle Chiller ($40)

Bartending Glasses ($21 for a set of 4)

Anthropologie Fringed Macramé Hammock ($128 – online exclusive)

Patriotic

All things red, white, and blue. I’ve got a whole board on Pinterest dedicated to 4th of July!

tote+able Americana 4oz Canvas Flask and Shot Glass ($17)

Nautical

Warning: Might inspire sailing lessons or a spontaneous beach day.

Vera Bradley Striped Tote ($34 – on sale)

LL Bean – Signature Nautical French Sailor Tee ($44)

Sweet Tooth

Gummy goodness, retro ice cream bowls, and a popsicle maker that can turn juice into a frozen treat in under 10 minutes – no matter what your favorite flavor is you can satisfy your sweet tooth.

Sugarfina – Ice Cream Cone Candy ($7+)

Crate and Barrel Ice Cream Dishes ($3 each)

Zoku Quick Pop Maker ($50)

or if you prefer Slushies…

Note: All items which are currently out of stock or sold out have been removed from this post.