In honor of the upcoming Holiday season, I decided some good tips are needed for how to save money while still fulfilling everyone’s holiday wishes. Yes, it is not yet December, and believe me- I have pretty strict rules when it comes to celebrating the holiday before the season even begins. But when it comes to pre-holiday shopping- I say go for it! That way you can just sit back and relax come December 1st. Here are a few holiday gift tips for everyone on your list that won’t leave you paying bills past the New Year.
For Dad:
Personally, my Dad would love nothing more than funds to re-vamp and accessorize his 1964 Austin Healey- but for other Dads without an on-going hobby, check out this great record player! Some of my favorite nights are spent playing my parent’s favorite records while they reminisce about days gone by… Here’s a great sleek, modern design for cheap.
$73.00
For Mom:
What do you get the woman who has everything? I find that at this point in our lives, my Mom really enjoys spending time with my sisters and I more than receiving any material gifts- especially since two out of three of us have moved away and are no longer living at home. My whole family really enjoys live music so try looking up some local live music venues in your area and treat your mom to a night of entertainment with drinks or dinner. What better gift for the person who has everything than just time spent together? Here are some great live music venues in and around Philly.
For the Brother/ Boyfriend:
I don’t have brothers, but I do have to shop for the guy in my life around the holidays. After a significant time together, it becomes somewhat difficult to find the perfect gift- the one that’s not too impersonal but not too homemade/ crafty (save those for the first year of dating in my opinion). But I have found that paying close attention throughout the entire year really pays off come holiday season. If you’re out with your brother or boyfriend, keep an eye out when he really expresses interest in an item. Here are a few gifts suggestions for your favorite guy (brother and boyfriend alike):
$55.00
$49.50
$39.00
For the Sister/ Girlfriend:
Despite having two older sisters, I always struggle when it comes to gift giving for girls. I usually assume whatever I would want, they would want- but with very different personalities and styles, it gets tricky. Again, it’s not hard to go overboard and spend too much (especially when it comes to your significant other) so instead of skipping straight to the glitz and glam- try these cheaper options first. (But when and doubt- you can’t go wrong with sparkles).
$75.00
$49.00
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