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Gifts that do not require knowing a size
Short answer: Towels, bedding, socks, and gift cards are the four that always fit. All four get used, and none of the...
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A gift for someone who has just moved out
Short answer: What is missing in a first place of your own is textiles. Towels, bedding, and a pair of good socks get...
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How to wrap a clothing gift without ruining it
Short answer: Roll the clothing instead of folding it hard, and leave the tags on. The receiver needs to be able to e...
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A gift for someone who sweats a lot
Short answer: What works is thin layers that move moisture away from the skin. Undershirts, t-shirts, and sleepwear i...
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A gift for the person who is always cold
Short answer: Warm feet and an extra layer are the two things that work against the cold. Socks and a thin layer worn...
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A gift for the mother in law who wants nothing
Short answer: Choose something soft for the home rather than something that must fit exactly. Towels, homewear, or be...
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Christmas gifts at the low end that still get used
Short answer: A pair of socks, a towel, or a single t-shirt sits at the lower end and gets used all year, instead of ...
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A host gift that is not wine or flowers
Short answer: A set of soft towels or a pair of house socks lasts longer than a bouquet and is easier to carry along ...
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A gift for new parents
Short answer: Everyone gives gifts to the newborn. Give something to the parents themselves instead, such as soft lou...
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A gift for the colleague who wants nothing
Short answer: Choose something that gets used up and needs no size. Socks, towels, or a gift card land better than so...
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What to wear under your outfit at a wedding
Short answer: A day that lasts twelve hours makes demands on what sits underneath. Seamless underwear and a thin unde...
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When to switch your wardrobe between seasons
Short answer: Switch once a full week has passed without touching one season's clothes. The calendar is a poor guide,...
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