Gift ideas for the holiday season

As the holiday season rapidly approaches, an important dilemma arises: what gifts will you get for your family and friends?

Being a college student also means that you may be frugal and less susceptible to over splurging. Listed below are some affordable and creative gifts that won’t break the bank in the process and that you can find online reading great gift reviews at sites.

  1. Gift baskets

These can be theme or color coordinated, depending on the recipient. Because you are in charge of what will be in the basket, chances are you won’t overspend. An example of this is making a basket filled with hand towels, bath soaps, gels, and hand creams for a co-worker or someone that needs to unwind after their workday.

  1. Gift cards or certificates

Gift cards or certificates to the recipient’s favorite store, restaurant, or the movie theater are simple but practical presents for the holidays. If you have some extra cash, you could splurge on a gift certificate to a spa.

Consider the giving of simple items, like a mug. This might help you ease the pressure involved in deciding the perfect gift, allowing you to enjoy the holiday season. Photo by Rianne Peredo
Consider the giving of simple items, like a mug. This might help you ease the pressure involved in deciding the perfect gift, allowing you to enjoy the holiday season. Photo by Rianne Peredo
  1. Perfume/cologne

If you know the recipient’s scent of choice, then purchasing their favorite fragrance is guaranteed to be a fantastic gift, check these perfumes for over 50.

  1. Coffee beans or a bottle of a wine

If the recipient is a coffee addict or wine connoisseur, they will surely appreciate receiving their beverage of choice.

  1. Mug or insulated water bottle

A coffee mug or insulated water bottle (such as a Hydro Flask) is another practical gift for a person that is always on the go.