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Oh Man, Why Didn’t I Think of That? The Quintessential Gift Guide for All of the Men in Your Life

        Whether it’s your husband, brother, Dad, teacher or trainer, finding the perfect give for a man in your life is never an easy undertaking.  Well, we are here to help, with a wide array of custom gifts to choose from for the enthusiastic sports fan, an urban trendsetter, the grill master, or even the armchair quarterback.  Personalizing and monogramming lets them know you’ve put a lot of thought into ...

Set Your Thanksgiving Table in Style with Lillian Vernon

When Abraham Lincoln declared a national day of Thanksgiving in 1863, the turkey feast itself was considered decoration enough for most family tables.  If accessories were added, they consisted of fall fruits and vegetables that represented the bounty of the family’s own farm or garden.  Since then, we have created our own special traditions and ways of celebrating this day of giving thanks, mixing the old with the new.  Whether ...

Impress for Less: TWENTY Lillian Vernon Exclusive & Personalized Gifts Under $10!

Whether you’re entertaining at home, looking for that special gift, or getting a jump-start on the holidays, keeping expenses down is always a great idea − but that doesn’t mean you have to scrimp on style!  This season at Lillian Vernon we have put together a dream team of designers and artisans to create 20 personalized and exclusive items that will delight your friends and family…..AND they’re all under ten ...

Explore, Dream, Discover: Eleven Must-Have Gifts for Happy Kids

While we often differ on the ways we rear our children, from how to teach and inspire, to how we discipline and guide, we can all agree on one thing:  We want our kids to be happy!  From the first day, we have high hopes and big dreams for our little ones.  But how do we teach them to not only learn and prosper, but to be happy in the process? In The 7 Habits of Happy Kids, Sean Covey, best-selling author of The 7 Habits of Highly Effective ...

Show Off Your Style With Our Personalized Napkins for All Occasions

The art of entertaining can often look effortless, but it takes planning, creativity and attention to detail.  Beside the food and festivities, the décor is what distinguishes a truly special dinner or event.  The key is to show your personal style and make it your own! One of our favorite ways to attract attention is with personalized napkins and hand towels, whether in the dining room, kitchen or bath.  Transform your table with Lillian ...

FIVE PET SAFETY TIPS TO FOLLOW ON HOWL-EEN

HAPPY HOWL-EEN Halloween should be a fun holiday for you and your pets. Doting on our dogs and family pets plays an integral part of the Lillian Vernon lifestyle.  But sometimes All Hallow’s Eve can be a spooky night for pups [and people!] who may get nervous about ghosts and goblins.  So please follow these pet safety tips from the Southampton (NY) Animal Shelter to ensure a safe and happy Howl-een. Plus, don’t forget that ...

FALL in Love with Your Home: Five Personalized Ways to Spruce Things Up for Autumn

Fall is in full swing, and it’s time to start nesting!  Get out the cozy blankets, stock up on firewood, and spruce up your home with some of our most popular, and personalized fall favorites.  Let the colors, sights and scents of the season inspire you, whether it’s changing a few toss pillows on your sofa, creating a beautiful harvest centerpiece, like our gold basket above, or throwing a cocktail party to celebrate family and ...

Dog Trainer to the Stars, Tamar Geller, Will Teach You How to Coach Your Best Friend

“Borrowing from JFK, ‘Ask not what your dog can do for you, but rather what you can do for your dog,'” says Tamar Geller, best-selling author and Lillian Vernon guest blogger. “We all have a dream of what our new dog will be like, how awesome our relationship will be, how proud they will make us, and how connected we will be. But to get there it takes some play-training.”  Tamar shares some tips for training ...

Get Spooky with Lillian Vernon…Your Halloween Headquarters for Gifts, Ghouls & Goblins

There is finally a chill in the air and our little goblins are getting excited for Halloween.  School is in full swing, and it’s already time to celebrate! Whether you’re choosing the perfect pumpkin, sipping hot apple cider, or running through a corn maze with your children, the fall season turns us all into kids again.  “Halloween” is derived from the Scottish phrase, “All Hallow’s Eve”.  The ...