With only days left to finish up holiday shopping, we’re down to the home stretch folks. We’re past the point of no return when it comes to shopping online, and if you’re hoping to get a gift for a loved one by Christmas Day, the expedited delivery might cost more than the item itself. How […]
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Skip the Stress: Our Short and Sweet Holiday Gift-Giving Guide
Does she like pink or blue? Is this jacket his size? My niece already has everything, what could she possibly want? Should I just give them money? …And so goes the natural train of thought each and every holiday season. Buying gifts for friends and family can be daunting, no matter how well you know […]
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Winter Weddings 101: How to Create Hype Despite the Cold
Have the holidays got you thinking about relationships and weddings? Sore subject? I’m sorry. During this time of year, it’s almost impossible to avoid the sight of relationships blooming. And for those in relationships, this is prime time for families to meet spouses and to give their approval…or not. Though this time of year is […]
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Shoppers Don’t Like Anything About Holiday Shopping
Retailers have an uphill battle when it comes to enticing holiday shoppers. […]
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Giving Tuesday Has Yet to Catch On
In honor of Giving Tuesday, we recently profiled education and research charity donors. Now that the day is over, we were interested to see how this well-intentioned new holiday has evolved. For those of you who don’t remember our previous post, here’s a quick recap of last year’s numbers. Now let’s look at this year’s numbers. As […]
This Year’s Quirkiest Thanksgiving Findings
There’s something about Thanksgiving that just brings a lot of joy. Maybe it’s purely because of the obscene amount of food. Maybe it’s because of the family and friends. Maybe it’s just because it marks the start of the winter holiday season, and the thought of holiday lights (and presents) brings a dueling sense of […]
6 Data-Driven Ways to Make Your Friendsgiving the Best Yet
We all know that younger people are more likely to celebrate Friendsgiving – that’s not so shocking. But we found out what it is. If you’re hosting a Friendsgiving celebration this year, these data-driven tips will help you take your celebration from mediocre to unforgettable. But to back up for a moment, exactly how many people are […]
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Spending is Stagnant This Holiday Season
In hopes that budgets will land on the “Nice” list this year, plans for holiday spending appear nearly identical to those last year, but up from 2014. The only shift comes from a 2% increase in those who intend to spend more, and a 2% decrease in those who expect to spend the same–both of […]
Who’s Looking for Deals on Black Friday?
In-store and online shoppers don’t have the same goals when it comes to Black Friday shopping. […]
How Early is too Early for Christmas in Retail?
Some retailers start the holiday season before November begins. Is there a sweet spot for retailers when it comes to the holidays? Stores have taken a gamble on holiday traditions and the Christmas Creep, resulting in improved sales. […]
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