We, at AD, love gift-giving season. That’s why knowing how to wrap a present is a skill we don’t take lightly. Packaging goes beyond selecting pretty wrapping paper. “It is the first impression, the ...

There are a lot of answers to the question “What is Christmas?” but our favorite is this: Christmas is a time of giving. That doesn’t just mean poring over gift ideas, of course—there’s also giving of ...

For three prop stylists, this holiday task is a particularly creative pleasure. By Amy Elliott They are aesthetes who scour the beach for seashells. They forage for leaves and flowers, and sometimes ...

For most of my life, I’ve been a gift bag person. Coming up with gift ideas I can do but gift wrapping? Not so much. Folding perfect edges or cutting the right amount of paper has never come easy.

Here’s what you’ll learn when you read this story: Not sure how to wrap a present? Consider learning the diagonal gift wrap hack, which is age-old wisdom in some circles—a graduate student even wrote ...

If you're out of time to get to the store for more wrapping paper, here's a fun tip. All you need is AI and a printer. Amanda Smith is a freelance journalist and writer. She reports on culture, ...

We’re not supposed to judge a book by its cover. If you meet someone new, you should take the time to get to know them, rather than making assumptions based on their physical appearance. And if you ...

We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Mari Uyehara Mari Uyehara is a writer on the gifts team. She has been writing ...