Send A Care Package Off To College

 

Chances are your college student is already back on campus. If not, they are heading there soon. They may not say, but they secretly live for your shipped surprises. Gifting your son, daughter, grandchild, neice or nephew, will be so appreciated. They miss you and the comforts of home. Let them know you care. Get gifting with ideas that begin at only $10.

Sherpa Bed Rest

If they are up late studying, make it comfy cozy for them. Under $20 in four colors. They will love it.

Target

Toaster Grilled Cheese Bags

Chances are you sent them off to school with a toaster. These bags will take care of the midnight munchies, as they write that all important paper. They are a clever and thoughtful $10 gift!

Uncommon Goods

Lou Malnati's Deep Dish Pizza

Food is always a good idea. Legendary, delicious, and this ex-Chicagoan's favorite pizza.  It's beyond good. They offer different combinations, one to suit any college student. Ships for free.

Gold Belly

The Laundress Fabric Care

They are back and better than ever.  Why not give them the best tools possible to get the chore done? The bottles are so attractive, they won't mind storing them in plain site. A godd idea for guys and girls.

The Laundress

Sugar Paper Notebooks
A notebook is a necessity, even in this digital age. Why not make them glam? The gold lettering and spiral binding elevate your average tablet.
Maisonette

Kind Bar Build Your Own Gift Boxes

Snacks are always a good idea, especially when they are packed with nutrients and protein. Who doesn't love a Kind Bar?

Kind Snacks

Mario Badescu Facial Spray Collection

This is a great $20 gift that any college coed will love. It's three cooling and hydrating facial sprays that give her an aromatherapy experience. A nice treat.

Amazon  or  Sephora

Mrs. Prindable's Gift Set

Because there is always foom for chocolate. One for your student, and one for the roommate. They will just love this special treat!  $28

Bloomingdale's

Dash Personal Portable USB Blender

This small but mighty machine blends up fresh smoothies and milkshakes straight from their dorm room. It's USB powered, and they will know what to do with it!

Williams Sonoma

Gluten Free Red Velvet Cake
If your student is gluten intolerant, this is not only a delicious gift, but a thoughtful one. too. Birthdays and holidays do happen while at school. Send this celebratory cake for a special day or just because.

Neiman Marcus

Santorini Shower Steamers

Level up shower time for your students. These steamers, when combined with the steam of your shower, will bring them to a peaceful place at the beginning or end of the day. They are made with organic essential oils of lime, lavender, bergamot, spearmint, rosemary and blue tansy. Less than $20 but will be so enjoyed.

Anthropologie

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Mother's Day Gift Guide: All The Pretty Things

For the first of several Mother's Day Gift Edits, we begin with all the pretty things.  Mom deserves them. A lot of mother's work isn't pretty at all. These gifts will let her forget all the dirty work, and make her feel very special. Get shopping for Mom, and make a wish list for yourself.

Buccellati Coffee Table Book

If a sparkling piece of Buccellati is not in your budget, this coffee table book just might be. It's very chic and choc full of pretty photos. 

Assouline  and  Moda Operandi

Tiered Flower Drop Earrings

Flowers are lovely, but they fade. These never will. Perfect for the Mom who is NOT a wallflower. Under $50 at...

Anthropologie

KitchenAid Artisan Series Stand Mixer

If you are going to get Mom a kitchen tool, make it a pretty one. It's perfect for the mother who loves to bake. This Limited Edition model is only sold at....

Crate and Barrel

Pat McGrath Labs MatteTrance Lipstick

I love this little gift just for the look of the case. Buy it for that, but Mom will actually love this modern matte formula. Available in 24 stylish shades. Just pick her favorite color.

Sephora

Ashley Stark Home Travel Candle Tin

If Mom likes pretty things, she loves pretty packaging. It's small but mighty with 50 hours of burn time. The fragrances sound divine! Shown here, The Hamptons.  Mom will love taking her ambiance with her wherever she goes. Perfect for the powder room, too. 

Ashley Stark Home

Bunny Williams Floral Specimens

Whimsical and oh so pretty. These flowers will never wilt. Each flower is handmade and beautifully painted. Pretty as a single stem or gorgeous grouped together.

Ballard Designs

Sophia Webster Ciara Box Bag

It's satin and features the designer's signature kissing butterfly. She'll love it.

Shopbop

Lucite Dream Hinge Bracelet
Clearly chic. Crystal clear lucite is adorned with gold metalwork. Beautiful on it's own, but extra special stacked.

Alexis Bittar

We Take The Cake Rose Chocolate Cake

Now Mom can have her cake and roses, too! A beautiful treat to send across the miles. Ships for free from

Goldbelly

Star Cutwork Mini Kaftan

If Mom is a sun worshiper or travels to luxe resorts, she will need this pretty piece. It is as chic it gets for coverups.

Anthropologie

Sophie Bille Brahe Velvet Jewelry Box

Tassels and velvet are a pretty pair. Mom will just love this beautiful box for her jewelry. Other colors and sizes available. This one is under $100.

Bergdorf Goodman

Scallop Embroidered Cocktail Napkins

If Mom is an entertainer or just enjoys a 5:00 o'clock cocktail, let her do it with style. These chic cotton napkins come in 17 prints, and will elevate any happy hour.

Cynthia Rowley

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Gift Guide: 18 Chic Choices $50 & Under

It seems that $50 and under is the new sweet spot for gift giving. I remember when it was $25. I went on a mission to find the very best gifts at this price point for everyone on your list. Think truffle everything for the foodie, the most chic way to BYOB, cozy unisex sweater robes and more. Scroll down and get gifting!

Leather Tassel Keychain

I have had my eye on this for months. I think it is rather irresistible. $42.50 monogramed. 

Mark and Graham

Perfect For: Women and Teens

Disney Mickey & Minnie Adult & Kid Aprons

Just in time for Christmas cookies. These aprons are fun for the entire family. $24.95 - $39.95

Williams Sonoma

Perfect For: Families who bake together. Disney Lovers. 

Mrs. Prindable's 9 Individual Holiday Sprinkle Apple Assortment

I have gifted these apples many times., and they are always loved and appreciated! $35.99 and they ship for free.

QVC

Perfect For: Anyone with a sweet tooth! A group gift for the doctor or dentist office. Your family holiday party.

Gold Candle Care Kit

Proper candle care is essential to the longevity of every candle.  Ensure the your candle has the best care with this candle care kit. It features wick scissors, wick dipper, and candle snuffer.  Each kit arrives in a hand lettered bag for safe keeping. $34 but save 20% with Code: VMERRY22

Verishop

Perfect For: The Candle Obsessed. Hosts.

Barefoot Dreams Cozy Chic Sock Set

I love to sleep in these. They are very very cozy and just the right height. The set of two is $28 with Free Shipping.

Saks Fifth Avenue

Perfect for girls with cold feet!

Cozy Waffle Sweater Robe

Save $50 on this spa-like unisex gift. He or she will want to live in it! $49

Pottery Barn

Adrienne Landau Metalic Pom Hat
Shiny and bright while being practical and pretty. $50

Shopbop

Perfect For: Teens and Girls of all ages

Black Balsamic Dressing Condiment

What a presentation! And when gifting, that detail certainly counts.  A terrific $22 host gift.

Bergdorf Goodman

Perfect For:  Foodies & Hosts

Rocket Man Color A Cape

 Each color cape comes with 6 markers to color with and it is machine washable. Color it, wash it, and color it over again! For ages: 4-7 years. $25

Maisonette

Perfect For: Future Superheroes & Astronauts

Beekman 1802 Blaak Cheese

I have gifted and been gifted this cheese. I am here to tell you, it is fabulous! It comes with dry ice in a wonderful travel bag. $48 Full Wheel.

Beekman 1802

Perfect For: Foodies & Food Lovers

Personalized Bunny

Just the sweetest! Order now for holiday delivery.

Mod Party at Etsy $21.

Perfect For: All of the littles on your list

Champagne Clutch
These chic clutches give new meaning to BYOB. It holds a full size bottle of champs with storage for a gift card or your own credit cards. Available in four colorways including leopard! It will be the talk of the party. $40.

Neiman Marcus

Perfect For: Champagne Lovers, Hostess Gifts

Love Snow Globe
Bring a little sparkle and a lot of love this Christmas. $32 at....

West Elm

Perfect For: Newlyweds, Teen Girls & anyone in love with love.

Crystal Hair Pin Set

Give the gift of a good hair day, or treat yourself to some holiday hair! $38 for a set of six.

Anthropologie

Perfect For: Girls of all ages

Leather Charger Roll Up

I think I need one of these. This chic charger keeps anyone organized while on the move.  Other colors available. $49

Mark and Graham

Perfect For: Travelers and Commuters

Voyage Market Tote

These marvelous market totes take the average mesh bag to chic new heights. They fold flat for packing in a suitcase or storage at home.

Jayson Home

Perfect For: Flea Market shopping, Farmer's Markets, trips to the beach and so much more. 

Essential Truffle Collection

This tasty set includes white truffle oil, black truffle oil, white truffle honey, and flaked black truffle sea salt. $45

Neiman Marcus

Perfect For: Foodies and Home Cooks

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4ct Cubic Zirconia Earrings

Even if you or they have real diamond earrings, there are times when faux is fabulous. I think they bring a lot of sparkle for $50.

Nordstrom

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