Gift Guide Articles

"Why, thank you for this... half-burned scented candle..." True story. A friend actually received the Christmas gift of a previously enjoyed candle.

'Tis the season for regifting felonies. In fact, December 18th is National Regifting Day in the US (proving there really is a 'day' for everything). While the act of regifting doesn't have to be seen as negative - it can be a way to do...

Sometimes it’s the little things on your list that count, but cause the most headaches.  We’ve made stuffing your stocking easy this season with ideas for everyone on your list:


1.  Zoya Holiday Mini-Cure Set  ($15)

Holidays are busy times but that’s no excuse for tired nails.  This mini manicure set includes everything you need to keep nails party-ready perfect for ten...

We know exactly what we want-- and are less than thrilled when he gets it wrong.  However, we'll spill this dark secret: we often don't know what he wants either! Here at ChickAdvisor we pooled our ideas and rounded up some face-saving gifts ideas for your sweetheart.


Mary Green Lingerie, from $89

This 100% silk printed georgette chemise is something we would chose for ourselves. We...

How many holiday parties are crammed into your calendar?  In the spirit of the season, it just wouldn't do to show up empty-handed.  Let us help you arrive Party Prepared:


L'Occitane Provence Candied Rose Candle, $32

Awaken your senses with the fragrant Provençal tradition of coating rose petals with sugary syrup. It all comes to life in this limited edition candle from...

Christmas shopping for the kids is simple, right?  It should be as easy as strolling into Toys 'R Us and voila - the perfect gift is right there front and center.  The truth is, Aunties and Uncles of the world, it's not.  Take a page from your own childhood and look to revamped favourites and engaging new tech as sure bets for the tikes and teens of 2009.


(1) Cake Beauty...

Are you helpless when it comes to finding The Perfect Gift for Him?  We know - we've been in the same predicament!  So we got the creative juices flowing and came up with a few gift ideas that will have your male friends and family members eager to see what you'll come up with next:


(1) FujiFilm Finepix F70EXR, $299

Why we love it: The EXR auto mode adjusts to 6 types of scenes...

Give the special women in your life all her favourite things this holiday! The theme this season is Celebrating Beauty: pamper the stressed new mom, glamourize the friend stuck in a rut, or give your little sister her first lesson in beauty. She’ll love you for making all her beauty-full wishes come true!


(1) Ojon Winter Shine & Protect Collection, $44

For some, hair care is a ritual. Ojon’s...

If you’re anything like me, you naively believed that finding Prince Charming would mean the end of bad sex. For it is common knowledge that the combination of love and shagging amounts to toe curling, mind blowing lovemaking, right?

Well… not exactly; it’s far too easy to fall into a slump. All of a sudden you find yourself stirring in bed following a limp quickie waiting for your guy to...

Why are women so much easier to shop for than men?  I could think of 10 things to get my sister for Christmas but when it comes to the husband I often find myself stumped.  While some guys may appreciate the lovely scrap book of special memories you spent hours putting together or the snowflake sweater you knitted for him, most men will likely prefer something more practical.  So...