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Where to Shop for Last Minute Gifts

Time is running out as the holidays are fast-approaching! If you still have some shopping to do, we’ve compiled a list of stores and last minute gifts for the best deals!

Online Shopping

J. Crew

The Deal: They are running great holiday specials, such as 30 percent off full-price styles and winter sale styles. In addition, they have the promotion of free shipping. But hurry – today is the last day for these sales!

Why It’s Great: J. Crew offers quality items that last for a long time, and they have everything from jeans to coats to sweaters – and everything in between. You can find a gift for anyone in your family there, and these deals are dynamite, so if you haven’t been able to splurge there in the past, now is the time!

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Nordstrom

The Deal: Free shipping and delivery on any item you purchase by Christmas Eve (as long as you order by Dec. 12 at 12 p.m. EST). Also, deals on holidays gifts — you can find gifts for any price range!

Why It’s Great: You can literally shop up to the day before if you forgot someone on your list or you just haven’t had time to go to the store. A great price range gives you a variety of items to choose from as well!

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Tiffany & Co.

The Deal: Tiffany’s is one of the only companies where you can order the day before and have it guaranteed to be delivered by Christmas with no shipping fee! If you order by December 15, you can have your order for Hanukkah, and if you order by December 23, you are guaranteed your item by Christmas!

Why It’s Great: For that last minute shopper, this is a great way to get your items on time for your loved ones! Whether you are buying for someone else or hinting for someone to get you something from the store, it is the perfect stop for the person who is behind on their shopping! (And who doesn’t want a little blue box for Christmas?)

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Pottery Barn

The Deal: The site has tons of deals that are new and changing every day, and you can get free shipping on certain items (many of which can be customized). You can receive up to 30 percent off on some gifts, too! Also, if it is your first time shopping on their website, you can receive an extra 10 percent off by joining their email list.

Why It’s Great: Pottery Barn is the perfect place to shop for your aunts, grandmas, cousins or future mother-in-law. From cute throw pillows to the softest blankets, Pottery Barn can help you check items off anyone’s wish list.

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Things Remembered

The Deal: If you order online, they have same day store pick up for free! You can save $10 on any online order of $75 or more that you pick up in person. In addition, you get a free gift if you spend $100 if you order online and pick up at a store.

Why It’s Great: Things Remembered can personalize anything for you, which makes it extra special when giving it to someone. The even better part is that you don’t have to place your order in the store and then wait three hours for it to be done – just order online and pickup at your leisure!

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Overstock

The Deal: This site is loaded with great holiday deals and guaranteed before Christmas items! Overstock is perfect for just about anything, and prices are already low, plus extra savings anywhere from 10 percent off to 65 percent off different items. They also have Flash Sales where hot items go on sale for a short period of time – so be sure to be on the lookout for those great deals! For guaranteed shipping by Christmas, just look for the bright green truck on items to know that they are guaranteed before the big celebration.

Why It’s Great: Overstock has everything … and when I say everything, I mean everything. From Michael Kors purses and watches for yourself to Burberry rain boots and perfumes for you sister to a Bose sound system for your significant other, the store has everything with just one click.

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If you’re already in the mall or out-and-about, and you need some last minute gifts or stocking stuffers, take a look at this list for some great ideas!!!

Store Shopping

Anthropologie

A candle from Anthropologie is a great last minute gift! The store has a wide array, from the Capri Blue candles to candles by Illume to a Voluspa Japonica Mini Candle.

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West Elm

Swing by West Elm in Bakery Square for something special for your sweetie! We love these bookends for his office! (All under $30!)

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Bella Christies & Lil Z’s Boutique

Pick up something for your sweet tooth at Bella Christies! Whether you’re looking for a cookie tray, some cupcakes or just some chocolate dipped pretzels, you’re sure to find something to satisfy your craving at this bakery!

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American Eagle

Headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA, what better place to shop for last minute deals than American Eagle? Find a cozy scarf for someone to warm up in or give them the gift that keeps giving — gift cards (which can also be purchased and given online if you don’t have time to get one in the store!) AE is also offering 40 percent off certain gift items, so make sure to grab them while the sales are hot!

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Make sure to check out our Pinterest boards for any other last minute gift ideas!

Noteworthy Menus

Presentation is key at your wedding. From the flowers to the cake table to the church decorations – and everything in between – every detail matters, including the menus. The menus are a great way to add an extra touch to your tablescape and place settings in the reception.

You can include individual menus on each plate – presentation can be arranged in a variety of ways from wrapping it around the silverware to being tucked into a napkin to simply being placed on the plate.

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Create an elegant fold with your napkin to place the menu inside!

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The Event Group, Pittsburgh, weddings, menus, elegant, place settings

The Event Group, Pittsburgh, weddings, menus, elegant, place settings

The Event Group, Pittsburgh, weddings, menus, elegant, place settings

The Event Group, Pittsburgh, weddings, menus, elegant, place settings

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Or slide the menu into an envelope.

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Make your menu a focal piece of your place setting by laying them on top of an elegantly folded napkin!

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The Event Group, Pittsburgh, weddings, menus, elegant, place settings

The Event Group, Pittsburgh, weddings, menus, elegant, place settings

The Event Group, Pittsburgh, weddings, menus, elegant, place settings

The Event Group, Pittsburgh, weddings, menus, elegant, place settings

The Event Group, Pittsburgh, weddings, menus, elegant, place settings

We love adding bling to your napkins and napkin holders to bring a little sparkle to your plates!

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The Event Group, Pittsburgh, weddings, menus, elegant, place settings

The Event Group, Pittsburgh, weddings, menus, elegant, place settings

Add embellishment by laying the napkin across the bottom of the menu and plate.

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We also love the idea of displaying the menu on the table on an easel or in a picture frame!

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The Event Group, Pittsburgh, weddings, menus, elegant, place settings

The Event Group, Pittsburgh, weddings, menus, elegant, place settings

The Event Group, Pittsburgh, weddings, menus, elegant, place settings

For more ideas for wedding menus, make sure to check out our Pinterest board!

The Art of the Signature Cocktail

Are you looking for a way to make your event more unique? Whether you are having your dream wedding, a retirement party or a fundraiser, there is always a way to spice up your event and make it stand out from the rest! And we love the idea of having a Signature Cocktail (or a few of them) at your event to give it that extra edge – something your guests will (hopefully) love that’s a sure way to get the party started! Let us help you find the perfect drink for your event!

For your spring event 

Blue Thai Mojito

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Blueberry Dream 

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 Lavender Martini

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Champagne with Raspberries

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Pear & Vanilla Cocktail 

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Cherry Beer Margaritas 

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Rosemary Greyhound 

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Strawberry Gin Smash 

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Spring Sangria 

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Cucumber Cape Codder 

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 Strawberry Mimosas

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For your summer event 

Classic Margaritas 

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Persimmon Smash

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Tangerine or Mandarin Mojito 

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Blackberry Margarita 

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Blood Orange Margarita

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Raspberry & Lavender Martini 

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Kiwi Capiroska

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Raspberry Limoncello Prosecco

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Blue Raspberry Spiked Lemonade

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An Old Fashioned 

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Watermelon Mojito

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Long Island Iced Tea

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For your fall event

Apple Cider Margarita 

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Carmel Apple Martini 

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Pear Sangria

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The Libertine 

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Cranberry & Cinnamon Whiskey Sour 

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Raspberry Tea 

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For more ideas for drinks for your autumn event, make sure to take a look at past blog posts from this year and last year!

For your winter event

Cranberry Margarita

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Second Circle

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White Russian

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Cranberry & White Rose Sangria

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Winter Solstice

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Mulled Wine 

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Cranberry Cider Fizz

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Frozen Hot Chocolate Margarita

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Champagne Margarita

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Raspberry Pomegranate Champagne Cocktail

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Peppermint Martini

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Candy Cane Fizz-Tini

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Remember that these are YOUR cocktails for your event! So you can rename them, rework them – whatever you want! The sky is the limit!

Check out our Pinterest Board for more details.