Thoughtful surprises and novelty items? Or pure, unadulterated voyeurism, twinged with a healthy dose of sticker shock?
Category: Gifts
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Cuff Links Gain Status in the Middle East
The traditional jewelry is seen as a way to add flair to men’s simple gown-like garments.
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Black Friday Isn’t What It Used to Be
Big discounts, many of them online only, start appearing well before Thanksgiving and will run long after. Some people still go to the mall, though.
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As Holiday Shopping Season Begins, Retailers Worry
Consumer spending has been strong in 2023 despite higher prices and waning savings. But some retailers have jitters heading into Black Friday.
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In Tokyo, a Fashion Designer Styles a Gift List
Maiko Kurogouchi takes our reporter shopping in the city’s popular Aoyama district.
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Popping the Other Question: Will You Be in My Wedding Party?
Brides and grooms are proposing to their close friends and family members through personalized gifts and lavish events.
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In the Beauty World, the Holidays Are Always Top of Mind
That Advent calendar or gift set on your shopping list? Work on it likely started some time last year.
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Gift Wrapping That Doesn’t Create Waste
For centuries the Japanese have used furoshiki, beautifully printed pieces of fabric. Here, two experts tell how to do it.
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5 Concierges Recommend Luxury Gift Experiences
Five concierges at luxury hotels around the world describe experiences that they think would be great gifts.
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A Glove-Making Tradition Survives in Ireland
An 80-year-old enterprise still does things the old way but is also looking to the future with new styles and quirky colors.
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Clothes Hangers Can Be More Than Just a Way to Hang a Coat
Nakata Hangers wants its products to be utilitarian, but also to reflect the best of Japanese craftsmanship.
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What’s the Best Gift You Ever Received? Here’s 6 Replies.
The responses include a trip through Canada, earrings and several books.