Hey, is it that time of the year already? As per tradition, you’re probably putting off buying Christmas gifts until the very last minute. Why is that so? Obviously, choosing the perfect gift is often intimidating, especially if it’s for a person dear to you. “Will they like it? What kind of message am I sending with this?” – These are just some of the questions bugging us while Christmas’s fast approaching.
In my experience, what I’ve found works best when choosing Christmas presents is considering the recipients themselves. You can start by taking into account their profession, taste or interests. It can also help if you just listen to them better while you’re hanging out. Sometimes people are dropping hints and all it takes is to pay attention.
In any case, your time to brainstorm ideas is probably limited, which is why a gift guide may come in handy. For that reason, I’ve narrowed down a few groups of people and the types of gifts that they will probably love. Or if not loved, I’ve made sure to list items that will definitely be used. So, here it goes.
For Foodies – An Arrangement of Sweets
Do you know someone who loves snacking on chocolate, fruit or other sweats? Give their sweet tooth a treat with a thoughtful edible Christmas gift. For instance, a hamper full of delicious sweets is sure to impress. You can include everything you can think of from chocolates to doughnuts, cookies, dry fruit or cupcakes.
If you know the person to prefer a certain type of chocolate, you can centre the hamper around that, like for instance milk Lindt balls or Belgian stars. You can also take it to the next level by including their favourite drink whether that’s a type of beer, wine or scotch.
If you’re short on time and aren’t able to do the shopping or create your own arrangement, a gift delivery service can take care of things for you. With a quick online search, you can find a service offering Christmas gifts consisting of sweets arranged in a fun way.
This is also a great solution if you don’t have a knack for presentation to create a beautiful hamper. These services can turn a simple collection of sweets into a memorable gesture by arranging them into the form of a flower bouquet or even a Christmas tree.
You can schedule for the arrangement to be delivered to a particular location at a particular time. Obviously, in a time when we’re social-distancing, Christmas gift delivery seems a much better option than physically visiting people’s homes. Some stores that offer edible Christmas arrangements also allow you to customise your gift and include some additional things like a plant or something else.
For Audiophiles – Noise-Canceling Headphones
While I’m sure everyone loves music, some people are really into it. These people have an extremely sharp sense of sound and are extremely passionate (and picky) about their listening experience. If you know someone like that, they will surely appreciate the ability to enjoy their favourite sounds without being interrupted by the surrounding noise.
So, noise-cancelling headphones seem like a great gift idea. However, make sure to pick a model that will also deliver quality sound. Currently, the best noise-cancelling headphones are mostly wireless with only a few exceptions. This also offers an added benefit – the lack of wires to fumble around with.
For Outdoorsy Types – An Outdoor Tool Kit
For an outdoorsy person, one of the best Christmas gift ideas is an outdoor kit consisting of things they may need to navigate through the wilderness. Pick a fun container like a bucket and decorate it any way you want. Perhaps add some foliage to camouflage it and make them rummage through the container to discover their gift. Then, place inside all the best outdoor tools you can get.
Some outdoor must-haves include wide-range binoculars, a quality multi-tool like Leatherman, a good outdoor flashlight, and a compass. But you know your recipient best so you can put your own spin on this idea.
For the Person Who Needs Pampering – Bath Bombs
Christmas means finally getting some time off from work. And with all that free time and lack of worries, people can finally treat themselves to some pampering. So, if you know a person who had quite a stressful period at work, surprise them with a bath bomb set that will help them relax in style. This may encourage the giftee to take some me time and finally fill up that bath.
If your budget allows, you can also create a wellness set by adding additional feel-good items such as pure essential oils and candles.
For the One With the Green Thumb – A Plant That Brings Good Luck
Greenery is one of the best Christmas presents to buy, especially for people who love to exercise their green thumbs. With good care, this can be a lasting gift. And since it’s the season to be jolly, a thoughtful gesture would be to pick a plant that brings good luck.
If the person is living in an apartment opt for an indoor plant that will help keep the air fresh and clean. And if they have a garden patch ready to be planted, you can choose a lovely decorative tree or shrub. To make it even more personal, pick a pot in their favourite colour.
For the Athlete – A Stainless Steel Water Bottle
If you know a gal or a guy who’s a regular at the gym or jogs every morning, you can give them something they will always need – a water bottle. But instead of getting them a cheap plastic one that will deteriorate after a few uses, a stainless steel reusable water bottle is a much better option.
There are many reasons to use reusable water bottles starting from being eco-friendly to making the water taste better. And when it comes to stainless-steel water bottles, the name Klean Kanteen is definitely worth checking out.