The season of holiday cheer is finally here! If you are struggling with what to gift a friend, a loved one, or even a significant other that is affordable, put on that ugly Christmas sweater and let’s go shopping!
For the women in your life — gifting ideas can vary for each and every person. While some women love a great set of jewelry, others are also happy with gifts that come from the heart. Whether it’s for your mom, sister, girlfriend, fiancé, or wife, here are a few possible gift ideas…
Journals — Journals are a great gift. Not only do they give the receiver a place to explore their thoughts and emotions, but they are also fun to customize and personalize for each individual person. You can make your own or buy one, and you can also write a personalized letter or note. Journals can be bought from a plethora of stores; however, you can purchase them most commonly at Target, Staples, Homegoods, etc. for a price of $20 or less.
Waterbottle — Who doesn’t love a good water bottle? Water bottles are a perfect and sustainable gift that are reliable and trendy and great if you’re on the go. If you are looking for cute options, Owalas, Stanleys, and Hydroflasks are great options with an abundance of colors and styles to choose from. These gifts can be bought from most stores but for the best options, check out REI, Target, World Market, or Marshalls.
Matcha Kit/Espresso Machine/Kettle — Whether your person is a matcha drinker, tea drinker, or coffee drinker, these are great gift options due to their durability and customization that will definitely leave your person appreciative (especially when they don’t have to spend 10 bucks on caffeine). These gifts can be found at Target, Bed Bath and Beyond, World Market, and Amazon.
Hair Accessories— Hair accessories are a great gift due to variety and style. From French hair pins, to barrettes, to banana clips, claw clips, etc, hair clips will always make a great accessory and are a reliable and useful gift. These can be found at Target, Urban Outfitters, H&M, and more.
For the men in your life — as for the men, gifts can vary from person to person. Examples of gifts could be…
Cool Keychains — There is something about unique keychains that just shows how much you truly know a person. Cool keychains are a testament of personality and that’s why they are such a great gift. These gifts can be found at Urban Outfitters, Old Wharf Trading Co, Moon River, etc.
Vinyl Records from their favorite Artists — I don’t think that there is anything better than being able to spin a record on a record player. There is such an aspect of warmth in listening to your favorite artists in such a way. That is why a vinyl record is a great gift! These can be found at any local record store such as Warbler Records & Goods and Funk Zone Records.
Legos — With a plethora of designs, Legos will always have something in store for you. Legos make such a great gift because of their variety of structures as well as appeal to all ages. These can be found at any local toy store such as, Toy Crazy, Go! Calendars, Toys, & Games, as well as Target.
Hats — Hats are always a great gift because of their uniqueness. From a sports team, a show, a place, a joke, or a saying, there are so many options to find someone a personal gift! You can pretty much get hats anywhere; however, the more personalized the better. You can find these at Urban Outfitters, Grand Central Hats, Hats Unlimited, etc.
For your best friends — and for some of the most important people in your life: your friends. Gift ideas can include memory baskets filled with photos and inside jokes, handmade gifts, and more.
Customized Jewelry— Jewelry in of itself is such a beautiful and meaningful gift; however, when it comes to a locket with a picture of you and your best friend is even more special. It adds such a personal touch that will always be cherished. Lockets are another piece of jewelry that will absolutely be cherished, especially when matched with your best friend. It makes it so you are always connected, and the second you look at your wrist, you’ll think of them. How special is that?
Funny Personalized T-Shirts — Funny T-Shirts will always be appreciated. If it’s from a meme, an inside joke, a movie, or even just pictures of your friend’s face, your best friend will cherish it forever. These can be thrifted from stores such as Closet Trading Company, Moon River, Urban Flea Market, etc.
San Marcos Junior Camila Lucero stated, “For my friend I was thinking of gifting her a john pork shirt because why not. I love giving my friends gifts because it reflects back on how much I care about them especially when they’re close friends. I love seeing them happy and opening my gift.”
No matter what you end up getting your loved ones for this holiday season, it’s sure to be a hit. Every gift is an act of love, and you can never truly go wrong. Hopefully this set of items can help you in your gift giving journey and happy holidays!
