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Lenox and the White House – a rich history

As Americans celebrated Presidents’ Day on Feb. 20, Lenox reflects on its long history with the White House, beginning with the White House china created for President Woodrow Wilson in 1918. In fact, Lenox was the first American-made china to be used in the White House. Each of the 1,700 pieces of the Wilson service bears the presidential seal in raised gold.

Donna Karan Lenox – home décor, tableware, limited editions

Donna Karan Lenox reflects the same aesthetics as the designer’s ever-popular fashion line.

Gift giving 101

When we’re shopping for gifts, we tend to look for an item that we would like to receive. It’s important to keep in mind something that the gift recipient would want. We tend to be very focused on special occasions and life cycle events.

Is the gift for a new baby’s arrival? A baptism or communion? A graduation? A bridal shower, engagement party, wedding or anniversary? A hostess thank-you or housewarming? For Valentine’s Day? Mother’s Day? Father’s Day?

Better questions to ask yourself center on the recipient’s lifestyle and personal preferences (or, in the case of a baby gift, maybe the parents‘ preferences). Is the birthday girl a tomboy or girly-girl? Is the birthday boy into sports? If so, which ones? Do the bride and groom have a gift registry? If so, what’s on it? Do the new homeowners go for country, traditional or contemporary home décor?…

Go ga-ga over personalized baby gifts

Are you tired of giving the same old stuffed animals and plush toys as gifts to celebrate a baby’s birthday, particularly the first one? Looking for something new and unique to give as a gift? A personalized gift may be the perfect choice.

The season for… weddings

Whether you’re a maid of honor, bridesmaid (like Ginnifer Goodwin’s character Rachel in “Something Borrowed,” which opened in theaters May 6th), a bride to be (like her best friend, Darcy, played by Kate Hudson), or simply on the guest list, you’re not alone. According to industry insiders, May through October are the most popular months for weddings.

And whether you’re planning an engagement party, a bridal shower, or the wedding itself, you’ll be on the lookout for gifts that are unique, meaningful and lasting. While generations of brides have known Lenox for its quality tableware (our Opal Innocence is the No. 1 fine china pattern in America, by the way), Lenox also has beautiful items for the reception, attendant gifts, party favors, personalized keepsakes, original jewelry and more.

So where do you start? First things first. If you’re planning a wedding shower, your first decision may be whether…