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Graduation time is coming up and you know what a graduate wants more than finishing school? Presents! It's hard to think of something special, but not to kitschy, to get your grad—below are some gift ideas that are bound to please as much as taking off that gown.


Whether your grad is a guy or a girl, he or she will enjoy displaying and looking through photos from their school years, or try...
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So your Dad is awesome and you really want to get him something meaningful that he likes this Father’s Day but why is it so hard?! Mother’s Day is a breeze: spa day, beauty products, brunch, jewelry, flowers or sweets—Moms typically aren’t hard to buy for. Dads, on the other hand, usually get reduced to awkward golf paraphernalia and Dean Koontz books. And here’s another twist: What to...
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My Dad always says, “I brought you into this world, I can take you right back out.” It’s the time of year again, so to thank him for keeping me around all this time I am looking to pick him up something special. If you are too, here are our picks:

 
1) Dad can grill like a king with Cuisinart’s 14-piece Deluxe Grill Set (C$49.99). All that’s missing is a juicy steak. 
 
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Don’t you miss the days when finding the perfect Mother’s Day gift was as simple as writing out a “free hug” coupon or rehearsing the number for your in-home concert?  Not to suggest that Mom doesn’t love our hugs and (sometimes not so) melodious singing voice anymore – she still does – but now that we’re all grown up we aim to raise that gift-giving bar.
 
But...
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For those of you who've yet to sort out your Valentine's Day gifting (and you know who you are - tsk!), our Style Collective has a suggestion or 11 to inspire:

Beauty
The Boyfriend Kit, US$95 (Sephora)

Beauty Editor suggests: "Smell like a boy (in a good way), whether or not there’s actually one in your life this V-Day. Designed by actress Kate Walsh, this new fragrance captures the scent...
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Still stumped on Valentine's Day gift ideas?  We have a few suggestions for your sweetie from romantic to practical:

For Him
(1) Bottle Opener Case for iPhone, $13.50 - is he always searching for new gadgets? A marvel of innovation and technology brings the ultimate iPhone case
(2) The Man Can, $48.99 - pamper your sweetie with essentials from the Man Can which includes spicy shave...
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Shoppers Drug Mart Valentine's Day Gift Tool
Let’s be real: Valentine’s Day can be a minefield.

On one of the most romantic days of the year, we want a meaningful token--something he put thought and effort into.  Something other than overpriced roses he had to grab from the grocery store at the last minute because everywhere else was sold out.

(We’re not greedy, just honest.) Since he’s no mind reader, a helping hand is...
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Stuck on a few last gifts?  (This is assuming, of course, that you have in fact started...) 

We found some goofy gag gifts that should make for some Christmas morning merriment:


How's he supposed to shovel the walk without mustache protection?  Try Etsy's listings for "Beard Beanies", from $8.  Loverboy, on the other hand, needs Mistletoe-To-Go for all his smooching...
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Girlfriends, sometimes the Most Wonderful Time of the Year is also the most stressful.  Racing around town for weeks to find Martha Stewart-worthy décor, Emeril-esque hors d’oeuvres, a sizzling party dress, and the perfect gift for everyone on your list sound familiar? 

(and they call it a “Holiday” – pffft)

Thankfully, retailers are getting a lot better at helping us...
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In the hustle and bustle of holiday shopping, it can be easy to forget those who are less fortunate.  Thankfully, many charities are pairing their products with great causes and offering a menu of specific projects you can support!  It truly is the gift that keeps on giving.

Here are a few of the charities near and dear to our hearts at ChickAdvisor HQ:

Gifts that Give Back
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