Struggling to pick out Christmas gifts for your most favorite people? Well, me too. It takes plenty of thought to pick out just the perfect thing for someone that means a lot to you. So often, we give and receive gifts just because we’re expected or supposed to. It’s so easy to play it safe and to take the route of picking something out that’s pretty basic that we 100% know they’ll like. We know our loved ones and their tastes so well that it sometimes backfires. Most likely, they have an idea of what they’re going to be opening under that wrapping paper, and you have an idea as to how they’ll react. After years of Christmases spent together, you know each others tastes and wants like the back of your hand, and its easy to get into a funk of getting them the same things year after year. Don’t get me wrong, it’s always nice knowing you’re giving a gift that you know that person will certainly enjoy and use, but isn’t that kind of boring? It’s far too predictable on both ends.
I have to say my favorite and most valued gifts given to me have always been the rather unconventional and totally unexpected little treasures. Those gifts that you can’t find just anywhere. Those gifts that remind you of the person every time you make use of it. Those gifts that aren’t always the most practical, but that are still so unusual and cool that you don’t really even care. The ones that are both timeless and personal.
So, think about some of the most cherished gifts you’ve received and what it was about that gift that you liked so much. Take these considerations with you while you’re xmas shopping this month, and find something that’s one of a kind. Make it special (and better than everyone elses gifts).
Here are some cool ideas:
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Vintage jewelery
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A ticket stub diary
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An abnormal clutch or handbag
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Kate Spade wine totes- (sadly this hasn’t been released yet, but it will be shortly)
One of the greatest ideas I’ve seen in a while! (hint hint to friends who want to get Mattie something)
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And a trendy flask (drink fashionably)
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A classy, leather journal
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Unique leggings
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Stylish and adorable picnic backpacks/baskets!
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A pretty phone cover
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A BA umbrella