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Gift-giving is a time-honored tradition in many cultures and holidays.

There’s something about the thoughtfulness of putting together yourself what you know will be valuable and useful to someone else that helps express feelings we have been hiding from each other all year long.

Gift ideas for this holiday season range from simple yet thoughtful to extravagant, depending on your budget and how much you really want to impress the recipient.

1. The Couple’s Bucket List

One of the best ways to do a gift for someone young or old is to give an experience they can enjoy. Many people think that experience gifts don’t come with presents, however, it’s not true at all!  Experience gifts are thoughtful because they show that you know what’s going on in their life and you want them to have fun. In fact, it’s often better than getting them new toys or clothes that might end up collecting dust in their closet after a few weeks of use. Here are some examples:

  • A gift certificate for a nice dinner
  • Tickets to a concert or theatre show
  • A vacation package to somewhere they have been wanting to take a trip to
  • A voucher for their favorite online store with a note saying that you want them to treat themselves and do a little shopping
  • An entrance pass, meal plan, or season pass for somewhere they love going already (like the zoo, amusement park, etc.)

2. Kendra Scott Ari Heart Pendant Necklace

Jewelry is one of the best and most unique gift ideas, especially for girls, and it’s easy to see why. The jewelers at Poco Loco explain that it shows that you really take the time to consider what someone else wants or needs, and then purchase it just for them. This isn’t your average homemade bead bracelet – this is something they will wear over and over again because you put thought into getting them exactly what they like! So how do you choose? Make sure you know what they like before you make any purchase. Here are some more good choices:

 

  • A simple gold pendant necklace
  • A pair of gold or silver earrings
  • A beautiful ring
  • A matching bracelet and necklace set
  •  A charm bracelet with charms that have special meaning to them

3. Nike Men’s Club Open Hem Swoosh Sweatpants

 

 

The holidays are often considered to be the time of year where you can get away with wearing clothes that might not be appropriate the other 11 months of the year. Just like jewelery, make sure you choose clothes they like and would wear; if they like modern styles and hate anything too old-fashioned or traditional, then avoid choosing anything from a different era unless they specifically mention that they love retro fashions. Here are some good options:

  • A shirt that matches their favorite color
  • A pair of pants or a skirt that fits well and will go with other pieces in their wardrobe
  • A dress for a special occasion
  • A casual sweatshirt they have been wanting
  • Something from their favorite designer’s clothing line (Just be careful not to get too extravagant if you know your budget is limited!)

4. 3D Crystal Photo

If jewelry and clothes aren’t really what you’re looking for, there are other ways to give thoughtful presents this holiday season without going over the top on price. Keepsakes are one alternative – it shows that you think about them often and want to help them remember the good things about you when they look at or use whatever gift you got them. Here are some good examples of keepsake gifts:

  • A framed photo of the two of you taken together
  • A letter about why they are special to you
  • A small sketch or painting of something that reminds you both of the time you spent together over the years
  • An album or scrapbook of memories from your shared pasts (e.g., school photos, pictures of trips together, etc.)
  • A framed piece of art with a quote written on it (like something Shakespeare wrote) that is fitting for their personality

In conclusion, there’s no need to feel stuck trying to find something that’s thoughtful but won’t break the bank. Just think about what they like, and take it from there! If you’re still not sure what to get someone, your best bet is to ask around for help or look at the options in a catalog. Most people love getting clothes so any kind of fashion accessory will work if you know they like certain brands or styles already. Jewelry is also another one that makes great gifts since most people enjoy wearing something beautiful that’s just for them.

When choosing jewelry, just make sure that you pay attention to whether they prefer silver or gold, as well as diamonds or other gemstones instead. And lastly, keep keepsake options in mind when buying presents – even though it might be hard coming up with ideas sometimes, these are always worth thinking about since they show how much you care about the other person.