Here are some of the popular gifts from The Ladies Home Journal in 1890. You would be a big hit if you gave her a carpet sweeper or a dress form. He wanted felt slippers and perfume is always a good idea! 

The Paper Caper - 1967 Paper DressesYou can't clean them, but you can snip off the dirty parts."The ...Read more
Woman's Day Magazine let's us know what the well dressed young man should be wearing in 1946. Each o...Read more
It's "mysteriously provocative"!Read more
Make an entrance...wear a cape inspired by British Peeresses! Read more
I think I'll get my hair did...that should do the trick. Read more