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It’s that time of the year again, and I’m bringing you more gift ideas for those wonderful duos that you know and love!  So toss the fruit cake and calendars (because they’re usually re-gifted anyway) and get them something they’ll truly enjoy!

1. Ralph Lauren Cocktail Party barware – This sleek and stylish crystal is appealing to everyone, and even has a certain Mad-Men-esque flair.  So dress your best because you’ll surely be invited to a snazzy soiree with these gifts!

2. Reed & Barton Bristol flatware chest – Give the gift of storage this holiday season as couples forego counter space in favor of condos and apartments.  Their flatware will sparkle nicely in the plush interior of the chest.

3. Ralph Lauren plaid throw – Turn up the heat with this cozy bundle of warmth that’s stylish enough to decorate the most modern of pads.  It’s the perfect date night accompanied with wine and a movie!

4. Keurig Platinum B70 coffee maker – It’s not the coffee buzz they’ll be thankful for with this awesome gift!  Your morning coffee has never been easier and guests will be clamoring to try out such a fun gadget.

5. Henckels Twin Gourmet 8-piece steak knife set – For the superstitious, be sure to tape a penny to the box before gifting it; however, steak-lovers everywhere will rejoice in such marvelous cutlery.

6. Victorinox Swiss Army Avolve 22’’ carry-on – Luxury isn’t just to be found in exotic beaches and far-flung locations.  This luggage will make the most mundane weekend get-away extra special.  With a lifetime guarantee and unparalleled customer service, your gift will exceed expectations.

7. Homedics Foot Massager Spa – Even the most shy-guys can secretly enjoy this heavenly experience in the comfort of home.  This mini foot Jacuzzi is packed with all sorts of soothing wonders.

8. Neato XV-11 floor vac – Who needs to clean with this robotic vacuum that does it all for you!  It even has a sensor that avoids bumping into any object, and hey, the dog can get a workout too.

9. Apropos Della Corte wall sconces – No, you don’t need to live in a Transylvanian dungeon to appreciate the beauty of wall sconces!  Spice up your home décor with this pair of fleur de lys lighting selections.

10. Waterford 2011 Twas the Night Before Christmas ornament – And all the through the house, your gift will be given to a future spouse!  So allow your couple to celebrate their first of many married Christmases with an annual ornament.

Hopefully this list will help you all choose an excellent gift this season and I wish everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy Hanukkah!  If you were given an exceptional gift last season, I’d love to hear about it.  Feel free to leave a comment.

If you’re familiar with the alluring and captivating Marchesa bridal collection, then you’ll love its new partnership with Lenox.

The formal dinnerware boasts vintage floral designs with Asian undertones, and there’s something fleetingly familiar about each piece.

Elegant, timeless, and feminine accurately describes each pattern, and each piece is a mirrored accent to their bridal gowns.  Lenox was kind enough to allow me to feature the products of their new partnership and I eagerly accepted.

Take a look at this too-good-to-be-true china, and go see it in person at your local retailer!

I could just envision a lovely garden wedding with pearls and teacups galore!  If you enjoyed the Marchesa line and would like to register for it, be sure to register with Lenox for special discounts, breakage replacement programs, and more!

I don’t know about you, but I had my share of bed-in-a-bags from dorm life in college.  They were practical, easy-to-clean, and mega affordable; however, they didn’t exactly boast luxury or the softest sleeping environments.

Now I’m a practical person and realize that you have to be somewhat selective with your gift registry.  Offering a wide range of price points and selections for your guests is non-negotiable and I’m not all about spending a billion dollars on bedding, but don’t sacrifice something that you really want either.

Choosing a more expensive bedding ensemble doesn’t mean that you’re out of luck if you don’t receive it.  Choose something else that you also like within a less expensive price range, and you may be able to use it for a guest bedroom in the future.

Also many stores offer a completion discount for items remaining on your registry after your wedding.  With gift cards and wedding money, you’ll likely be able to purchase a few items yourselves.  And if you continue to use your registry, it may remain in the store’s system for several years, allowing friends and family to purchase birthday and anniversary gifts for you.

So obviously Lauren bedding isn’t less expensive than bed-in-a-bag sets, but it’s luxury worthwhile.  Even better, many pieces are machine washable but please follow care instructions.  Oh and comforters vs. duvets won’t be an issue since you’ll receive both options for every collection.

Take a look at some of these great Lauren bedding collections:

There’s many more collections that I haven’t featured so visit the website to see them.