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3 days ago
- Entertainment
- NBC News
The 13 best bridal shower gifts that any bride will love
Aside from thinking about the best way to celebrate a bride in your life, one important part of any bridal shower is getting the perfect gift. You probably don't want to go with something too cliché or an appliance they probably already have, but at the same time, you want something you know they'll actually use. Zeroing in on the best bridal shower gifts is all about spending some time thinking about what will truly make them happy and thankful. Things like unique momentos, buy-for-life cookware and experiential gifts are great places to start. Below, we've rounded up the best bridal shower gifts worth gifting to someone special this year. Want more from NBC Select? Sign up for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter. Best bridal shower gifts in 2025All of the recommendations below are directly from NBC Select editors, favorite brands we've covered in the past and/or have at least a 4-star average rating from 500 reviews or more on Amazon. Surprise a bride in your life by gifting her a small and portable photo printer like the Canon Ivy. Around the size of a smartphone, the printer connects to their device using Bluetooth, allowing you to take tons of photos and print them immediately. The photos print on 2 x 3-inch pieces of adhesive peel-and-stick paper, making them easier to add to a scrapbook. Super fancy bed and bath gifts are great for anyone, but especially those who dedicate their time to self care. The Dorai stone bath mat is luxe but also incredibly functional — it's made of a quick-drying stoneware called diatomaceous earth and recycled paper that doesn't absorb as much water as a fabric mat. It's also much more hygienic than your usual bat mat; since it dries fast, you don't have to worry as much about musty smells and mold growth. Ideal for the bride who loves a good crime doc, puzzle or mystery game, Murdle is a book of 100 logic games, all of varying levels. Players can test their instincts by deciding who committed the crime, with what weapon and where. Plus, once they finish this one, they can move on to Murdle Volume 2. We're major fans of Lego sets at NBC Select, mainly because there's so many unique versions and a variety of skill levels available. Plus, Lego Botanicals sets act as beautiful decor in your home, making them a great gift for a bride. The Lucky Bamboo set has 325 pieces and is around 11 inches tall. The Artifact Uprising photo book is a safe, high-quality 7 x 7-inch photo album that the bride can use to house all of her photos. You can customize the book by choosing the type of foil you want for the title, the fabric color and how many pages you want — you can choose between 20 to 50 pages. If you're gifting a bride that loves to cook, a Le Creuset Dutch oven is a durable pot that can last a lifetime when maintained properly. It's available in more than 10 shades, including the popular color Flame and other more unique options. It's oven safe up to 500 degrees, and while it's dishwasher safe, too, the brand recommends washing by hand. I love everything about Calpak's bags — the look and texture is unique and incredibly durable, so I don't have to worry about my Luka breaking or ripping. It has multiple pockets on the inside, a space for a laptop, a key leash and padded straps. The bottom is also expandable and allows for so much more room for personal items. I gifted this to my aunt one year for Christmas and she loves the look of it so much, and the honeycomb design makes it reminiscent of old-school French bistros. I also love the typeface on the mug and the geometric look on the side. Also, it's 15 ounces so it's the perfect size for a substantial cup of coffee or tea. NBC Select reporter, Harry Rabinowitz recently reviewed the Skylight Picture Frame and highlighted how many styles the frame has to choose from and how easy it is to set up. The frame is a thoughtful gift for a bride who loves collecting photos and wants them all on display at once, as opposed to having to choose only one at a time. They can have multiple photos on rotation and if you give this as a gift, you can set it up remotely and share a gift code with the recipient. Cozy Earth has a wealth of high-quality bedding options, including sheet sets and pillows, but the brand's bath lineup is also worth gifting. This cozy bathrobe comes in multiple styles and sizes and is made of a blend of cotton and bamboo viscose (plant fibers). It includes an adjustable waist tie and has two pockets on the front to keep hands warm. NBC Select commerce editor Lindsay Schneider and I are fans of Quince, especially because of the quality and affordable pricing. I also love how many different department's the brand has — they have a ton of items for home, apparel, bath, perfume and so much more. If you have a giftee who wants home and lifestyle items that are made to last, a gift card is a simple but effective idea. Instant Pot is a go-to brand when choosing an electric pressure cooker, but the brand's air fryer is also just as useful. I gifted this to my brother last year and love how powerful it is and how quickly it cooks food, even frozen ones. It's available in both a 4- and 6 quart option, and has multiple modes, including dehydration, reheating and broiling. Gift a bride a fancy espresso machine to help her start building her at-home coffee bar. Perfect for someone who's a fan of lattes, cappuccinos and other espresso-based beverages, the Bambino brews freshly ground espresso and has a milk steamer. You can also choose between a single or double shot. Why trust NBC Select? Bethany Heitman is a contributing editor at NBC Select Cory Fernandez is a commerce editor at NBC Select who writes about many home and lifestyle topics, including cooking, cleaning, home appliances and more.
NBC News
4 days ago
- Lifestyle
- NBC News
Deal of the Day: Owala's ultra-popular tumbler is 30% off right now
It's easy to be overwhelmed by reusable water bottle mania. With so many options on the market, it can be hard to know which one is worth buying and which is simply all hype. For me, my Owala tumbler is worth every bit of praise that it gets. I've had the 40-ounce stainless steel tumbler for around a year and a half, and it's the only one I use exclusively at work. Right now, the popular tumbler is 30% off on Amazon, putting it at one of its best prices to date. Below, I talk more about why the bottle is worth giving a try and taking with you anywhere. Deal of the Day I've had my 40-ounce Owala tumbler for well over a year now, and although I've tried other popular brands, I always come back to this one. It doesn't get dented or scratched up easily, it's lightweight, comfortable to carry thanks to the smooth handle, and it keeps my drinks cold for up to 24 hours, which is due in large part to the double-wall insulation. Sometimes, I put ice cold water in it and by the morning, the water is still relatively cold and refreshing. Plus, the lid has a flared design that makes it easy to twist off when it's time to refill or clean it. I've also accidentally knocked it over a few times, and thankfully, it doesn't spill at all (saving my desk from a potential disaster). I also love the color combinations the brand offers, with the majority of them having two or more shades per bottle. Want more from NBC Select? Sign up for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter. Why trust NBC Select? I'm a commerce editor at NBC Select, where I write about deals and sales on home and kitchen items. I also occasionally write about reusable water bottles. Catch up on NBC Select's in-depth coverage of tech and tools, wellness and more, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter and TikTok to stay up to date.
NBC News
5 days ago
- Business
- NBC News
The absolute best Memorial Day sales: Shop 89+ actually good deals on mattresses, beauty, tech and more
Memorial Day is here, and many of our favorite brands and retailers are offering major deals sitewide. The holiday's typically a good time to save on home and kitchen appliances, mattresses and seasonal products, according to experts in our Memorial Day shopping guide. Experts also say that now might be a 'pivotal moment' to get discounts on your favorite items before shrinking inventory and impending tariffs increase prices. I've reported on holiday and daily sales at NBC Select for years — below are some of the best deals I've found so far. I'll update this list with new deals, especially as prices and inventory change throughout the day. Want more from NBC Select? Sign up for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter. The best Memorial Day 2025 deals to shop now All of our recommendations are based on our previous coverage and reporting. We also included products we tried and tested ourselves, including expert-recommended products and NBC Select Award winners. NBC Select updates editor Mili Godio loves EltaMD face sunscreen for sensitive skin because it's free of heavy moisturizers that can clog pores or flare her rosacea -prone skin. Pair it with a body sunscreen like the EltaMD UV Sport SPF, and you're ready for beach day. This is Apple's most affordable iPad at the lowest price we've seen. I use my iPad for all things entertainment, mostly streaming (TV and movies), and for recipes and books. This model gets up to 10 hours of battery life, and has speakers on each side for a stereo audio feel. You can get one year of Peacock Premium for $24.99, that's 68% off the usual $79.99 price. Peacock is a streaming service with some of our favorite classic sitcoms like 'The Office' and 'Parks and Recreation', newer original programming like 'Poker Face' and breakout movies like 'Wicked'. You can also watch select live sports as well as NBC and Bravo programming. This plan has ads, however. These cute Lego Cherry Blossoms are a fun alternative to flowers, especially if you aren't exactly known for your green thumb. The set has two buildable cherry blossom twigs that are a little over 14 inches long, each with pink and white buds. This NBC Select Bed & Bath Award winner is our top pick for hot sleepers, and with summer right around the corner, it might be a good time to pick up a set. They are made from 100% long-staple cotton and come in sizes ranging from twin to California King. A set includes a top sheet, a fitted sheet and two pillowcases. This is one of our favorite air purifiers for small spaces. NBC Select commerce editor Lindsay Schneider received this unit from the brand and it's been the clear favorite of all the air purifiers she's tested. One great feature is the built-in light — it changes color depending on the air quality detected in your space, and it can act as a warm-colored night light. The filters last a full year before needing replacement. I purchased this mattress on sale during Memorial Day 2023, and it's the most comfortable mattress I've ever owned. It's a hybrid mattress with six distinct layers, including a breathable top foam layer and supportive wrapped spring layer towards the bottom. It's firm, plush, supportive and quiet. Levoit is better known for its air purifiers, but this cordless vacuum from the brand checks a lot of boxes and is on sale for less than $150. It's super lightweight at 3.2 pounds, easy to convert into a smaller handheld vacuum, and has headlights on the main cleaning brush to better see dust and debris. It also gets up to 50 minutes of run time, longer than most other vacuums at this price. Don't let the 7% off Amazon tag fool you, this is the lowest price we've ever seen for the LG C4, one of the best TVs you can buy. This 65-inch version originally launched in 2024 for $2,699.99 — you can grab it today for almost half that price. I always recommend buying last year's TVs, like this one, as you can get a much better deal than buying current models (the 2025 65-inch LG C5, for example, costs more than $2,000 right now). Lifestraw makes some of our favorite water pitchers, but they're best known for on the go filtration like this Go Series water bottle. The membrane microfilter protects from contaminants like bacteria, parasites, microplastics, sand and dirt, and lasts for about 1,000 gallons of water, or about five years of daily use, according to the brand. If you're looking to run your first race or build a consistent running routine, this is the best fitness tracker you can get. It has a ton of fitness and training features like daily exercise recommendations, race coaching plans, daily energy score and advanced running statistics. Plus, I averaged 10 days of use before needing to recharge it. You can learn more in my Garmin Forerunner 165 review. Brands are increasing prices due to tariffs, and one big category we're seeing price hikes in is baby gear. Thule has not announced price increases at this time — instead, we're seeing up to 25% off sitewide, including on popular items like this Thule Spring stroller. It's the most lightweight and compact stroller from the brand, with a three-wheel design that takes up less spaces when folded. This electric pellet grill uses wood pellets instead of gas or charcoal to create heat, and infuses a smoky, woody flavor to food. It has a large main cooking area plus an extra grill rack toward the back to keep cooked food warm (but not overcooked). It also has a small screen and dial that lets you adjust the temperature of the grill and view the temperature of the built-in food probe. The larger Traeger Pro 34 is also on sale, but is currently out of stock. The AirPods Max are the nicest (and priciest) Apple headphones you can buy, which is why any discount is worth highlighting. NBC Select editorial projects manager Rebecca Rodriguez has used her pair for more than two years — they're the best headphones she's ever owned, with excellent sound quality and noise cancelling features, plus a class-leading transparency mode. More Memorial Day 2025 sales to shop now Below are the best Memorial Day sales across categories you can shop now. Best retailers sales Amazon: Up to 35% off bestsellers, home, kitchen, beauty and more Macy's: Up to 60% off apparel, furniture and more REI: Up to 30% off sitewide The Home Depot: Up to 30% off appliances and more Crate & Barrel: Up to 50% off sitewide and up to 60% rugs and clearance items Crate & Barrel Kids: Up to 40% furniture, bedding and more Lowe's: Up to 40% off major appliances, patio furniture and more The Container Store: Up to 30% off sitewide and storewide Raymour & Flanigan: Up to 30% off sitewide Grove: Up to 40% off select brands Mattress Firm: Up to 60% off mattresses and more Wayfair: Up to 60% off furniture and more Best Buy: Up to 50% off appliances, tech and more Best home and furniture sales Burrow: 25% off sitewide Article: Up to 40% off sitewide Coway: Up to 26% off air purifiers and bidets Ruggable: 20% off sitewide using code MEMDAY Papier: 15% off sitewide and up to 30% off photo books Outer: 20% off sitewide Joybird: Up to 45% off best sellers and up to 35% off sitewide Fable: Up to 25% off sitewide Lulu and Georgia: 20% off sitewide Pooky: 15% off sitewide Mustard Made: 20% off select styles sitewide Ernesta Rugs: Up to 30% off select styles Mill: 12% off the Mill Food Recycler Best mattress and bedding sales Casper: Up to 30% off mattresses Brooklinen: 25% off sitewide Parachute: 30% off sitewide Helix Sleep: 27% off sitewide using code NBC27 Sleep Number: Up to 50% off smart beds and more Leesa: 30% off select mattresses and 25% off select bedding Purple: Up to $700 off mattresses and bases and up to 20% off bedding Birch Living: 25% off sitewide using code MEMDAY25 Bear: Up to 35% off sitewide using code MD4TY Tuft & Needle: 20% off select mattresses Cozy Earth: Up to 25% off sitewide Amerisleep: Up to $600 off mattresses using code MD600 and up to 40% off accessories and bedding Big Fig: 25% off mattresses with code MEMDAY Zoma Sleep: Up to 30% off mattresses using code SLEEP30 and up to 20% off pillows using code MDPILLOWS Crane & Canopy: Up to 70% off select bedding, sheets and decor Pillow Cube: Up to 30% off side-sleeper pillows Best beauty sales EltaMD: 20% off sitewide Nécessaire: 20% off sitewide Skinfix: 20% off sitewide Tatcha: 20% off sitewide using code FRIEND25 Drybar: Up to 20% off sitewide Acure: 25% off sitewide using code MEMORIALDAY25 Patchology: 25% off all under-eye patch kits T3: Up to 25% off the Afar dryer and more Best fitness and shoe sales Saucony: Up to 25% off select styles Ergatta: Up to $800 off rowing machines Chirp: 20% off Chirp Wheel packs Best kitchen and appliance sales Great Jones: Up to 25% off sitewide Blueland: 15% off sitewide Blue Apron: Up to $180 off new subscriptions Hedley & Bennett: 20% off sitewide Anyday: 15% off sitewide Year & Day: 15% off sitewide Gozney: Up to 30% off pizza ovens and accessories Lettuce Grow: 20% off hydroponic gardens using code MEMORIAL20 Best apparel sales Levi's: 30% off sitewide Calvin Klein: Up to 60% off sitewide Frame: Up to 70% off sale styles Lands' End: 50% full price items sitewide using code HONOR Gorewear: Up to 60% off select running and cycling apparel Goodr: 20% off sitewide Comrad: 25% off select styles Best tech sales Bose: Up to 34% off select headphones, earbuds and speakers BenQ: Up to 27% off select home projectors Best travel sales Samsonite: Up to 40% off sitewide Calpak: 15% off sitewide, up to 60% off select styles Cabeau: 20% off travel neck pillows and accessories Delsey: Up to 40% off sitewide Best outdoor sales Decathlon: Up to 57% off backpacks, tents and more Thule: Up to 25% off select products Sunday: Up to 30% off personalized yard care plans Biolite: Up to 25% off sitewide Goal Zero: Up to 30% off sitewide Why trust NBC Select? I am a reporter at NBC Select who covers technology, fitness and deals. To round up the best Memorial Day sales, I found discounted products and retailer sales across the web, including products and brands recommended from previous NBC Select coverage.
NBC News
23-05-2025
- Entertainment
- NBC News
Macy's Memorial Day Sale: Get up to 60% off Le Creuset, Ninja, Cuisinart and more
Another day, another Memorial Day sale. This time, we are looking at what Macy's has to offer over the long weekend. The TLDR: The department store is offering up to 60% items across all categories — including clothing, kids items, furniture and more. The sale runs through May 26 — during which the retailer will also be dropping daily beauty deals that last for 24-hours only. Worth noting: The last day of beauty deals is May 25. I scoured everything that's currently discounted and found the best deals to be in the home and kitchen departments — including items from Ninja, Le Crueset and Cusinart. Check out some of the top sales below. Want more from NBC Select? Sign up for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter. Currently on sale during Macy's Memorial Day Sale Dyson makes some of NBC Select editors' favorite vacuums. This cordless stick vacuum has a powerful mode for everyday use and a MAX mode that can run for up to seven minutes to clean up bigger messes, according to the brand. It gives you 40-minutes of continuous runtime on a fully charged battery and has the ability to convert into a handheld vacuum. Have a few trips planned for summer? This carry-on bag can make packing easier. The bag weighs just over six pounds, has spinner wheels that go in all directions and it has a lightweight but durable polycarbonate shell. Inside you'll find that one side is fully enclosed by a zipper and the other side has compression straps to keep your stuff in place. I have a few high-quality knives that I've invested in — and then I have this affordable set in my drawer, too. I like that I don't have to be as precious with them because, at under $15, once they're dull or no longer in great shape, I can just toss them. The set comes in fun colors and prints and includes a chef's knife, slicing knife, serrated knife and paring knife — all of which come with blade guards. With this set, you get three rectangular baking dishes — a 1.1-, 2.5- and 4-quart dish. The dishes all have a scratch-resistant glaze in a bright color (choose from five shades) and are safe up to 500 degrees. Another bonus: You can put them in the dishwasher, according to the brand. One of our favorite ice cream makers, the Ninja Creami comes with two pint containers. Freeze your ice cream ingredients in them, then screw on the processing lid, stick it into the machine and the Creami will turn it into ice cream, gelato, sorbet or a smoothie bowl base (depending on the setting you choose). There is also a mix-in function that allows you to add things like crushed up cookies or fruit to integrate into your frozen treat. Created exclusively for Macy's, this sheet set has a 550 thread count and is made from 100% cotton. The fitted sheet will accommodate mattresses up to 17-inches deep and the set is available in sizes twin through queen. These sheets come in 15 different colors and have a 4.3-star average rating from nearly 10,000 reviews at Macy's. This rug is 7.6-feet by 9.6-feet in size and is currently 79% off. It's got a low pile, which makes it easier to vacuum and spot clean and has a multi-colored geometric pattern that will compliment an array of design aesthetics. Why trust NBC Select? I'm a writer at NBC Select who covers a variety of topics, including home, tech and beauty. I have been covering major shopping events like Amazon Prime Day, Black Friday and Cyber Monday for over a decade.
NBC News
23-05-2025
- Business
- NBC News
The best Memorial Day sales at Home Depot: Shop 34+ great deals on tools, tech, mattresses and more
Most of my big home improvement projects require a trip to Home Depot, and if you're in the same boat, now's a great time to save with Memorial Day sales in full swing. We're already seeing steep discounts on big ticket items like appliances and mattresses, in line with expert advice from our Memorial Day Shopping guide. I associate Home Depot with DIY, so I'll be personally eyeing the brand's discounted hand tools and paint supplies. And similar to Amazon's Memorial Day sales, you don't need any special membership to shop. As a reporter for NBC Select, I've covered sale events like Black Friday, Amazon Prime Day and daily deals for years. Below are the best Memorial Day deals I found on Home Depot. I'll update this list as prices and deals change. Want more from NBC Select? Sign up for our newsletter, The Selection, and shop smarter. The best Home Depot Memorial Day 2025 deals to shop now All of our recommendations are based on previous coverage and reporting, with a mix of editor favorite, brand bestsellers and expert-recommended picks. I bought a Ryobi cordless drill nearly 10 years ago and it's proved a reliable and essential tool in all my household projects across multiple moves. This set includes a cordless drill and an impact driver, plus two batteries, a battery charger and a tool bag. Pair it with a Ryobi drive bit kit, and you can tackle all kinds of DIY tasks. This electric pellet grill uses wood pellets instead of gas or charcoal to create heat, and infuses a smoky, woody flavor to food. You can adjust the heat between a low and slow smoke mode and a high of up to 450 degree fahrenheit. It also has a meat probe built-in to the grill, which shows the internal temperature on a small screen on the outside of the grill. If you want a larger cooking area, the Traeger Pro 34 is also on sale. NBC Select SEO editor Nikki Brown recommends Miracle-Gro fertilizer as a reliable all-purpose fertilizer. This smaller bag is best for in-ground flowers, annuals, perennials, vegetables, trees and shrubs, and can feed plants for up to three months, according to the brand. If you have an older TV that's running slowly or not loading smart TV apps anymore, you may be able to speed things up by plugging in a streaming device. This Fire TV Stick is the brand's fastest and latest model. You can download all your favorite apps and watch TV shows, sports and movies to your heart's content. NBC Select reporter Zoe Malin loves her Serta hybrid mattress, and this model is one of the most affordable from the brand. It has a cooling top cover and a mix of memory foam and coils inside the mattress. It's available in sizes from twin to California king. A leaf blower can help speed up outdoor yard cleaning, and this model from Milwaukee is compact, portable and convenient. It's powered by rechargeable batteries, and you can easily lock in to any power level with the slider on the handle. If you already have Milwaukee batteries and chargers, you can buy the Milwaukee M18 blower all on its own (on sale). Raised garden beds can be easier for beginners to use than planting in the ground. This model is a little over 32-inches high and has a planter that's about 8.6-inches deep. The bed is made of cedar wood and comes with a detachable fabric liner. You can use these genius little cleaning gadgets to spot or deep clean spaces, including walls, according to our experts. The best part is how easy they are to use: all you have to do is add water, squeeze out the excess, then go to work on stains and dirt. More Home Depot Memorial Day 2025 sales to shop now Best appliance sales Up to 40% off select washing machines Up to 40% off select dryers Up to 40% off select refrigerators Up to 30% off select ranges Up to 35% off select dishwashers Best outdoor sales Up to 25% off select blowers Up to 25% off select lawn mowers Up to 20% off select riding lawn mowers Up to 32% off select pressure washers Up to 42% off select string trimmers Up to 45% off select soils Up to 31% off select outdoor plants Up to 20% off select planters Best tool sales Up to 51% off select drills Up to 61% off select power tool batteries Up to 65% off select saws Up to 46% off select inflators Up to 51% off select sanders Best home and furniture sales Up to 25% off select bathtubs Up to 15% off select showers and shower doors Up to 25% off select toilets Up to 30% off select kitchen faucets Up to 30% off select bathroom faucets Up to 40% off select mattresses Up to 56% off select patio conversation sets Up to 30% off select patio dining sets Up to 39% off select indoor plants Why trust NBC Select? I'm a reporter at NBC Select who covers technology, fitness and deals. To round up the best Memorial Day sales at Home Depot, I found discounted products and retailer sales across the web, including products and brands recommended from previous NBC Select coverage.
