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4 Steps To Shop For The Unshoppable This Holiday Season.

Don't know what to purchase for that one person who says they "don't need anything?" Find out how!

taylerwright
Dec 05, 2018
Arizona State University
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4 Steps To Shop For The Unshoppable This Holiday Season.
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Everyone has a person who they need to buy a Christmas present for and they don't know what to get them. This can be so frustrating and time-consuming. So here are some tips to get you started!

Gift Cards are Everyone's Best Friend

Though gift cards don't seem to be personal, they are functional and practical. Personally, I love receiving gift cards because then I can go buy what I want instead of pretending to like a present that I don't actually like (anyone relate?). These could also be accompanied with a cute mug or some sort of candy. Who doesn't love candy? Adding other things also allows the gift to feel more personal as well.

Think Personal over Valuable

Those who say that they don't need a present, really have what they need. These types of people value thoughtful presents over expensive ones. Putting together a personalized basket is a great way to create value. You can include their favorite candy, movie, or food. Fuzzy socks are always a winner, especially for those who don't live in Arizona or any other warm place. Showing that you understand the person you are giving the present to really makes them feel special.

Buy a Practical Gift

Another option for those who hate spending money on themselves, or having other people do it, is to purchase a gift that is really practical. These gifts are especially good for young adults who don't know what they need in order to live on their own (like me). However, they are great for mothers as well. If anyone else's mom is like mine, she has everything that she wants (according to her). Kitchen supplies such as dishes and pans are very useful for these types of people. This is not limited to the kitchen though. Practical gifts can be anything they might need to use in their career, hobbies, or school.

Think Simply

Simple gifts might be "boring" to children, however, for those of us who don't spend our own money or don't have money, really appreciate the simple gifts. Getting older means appreciating more simple things in life. This includes having enough socks to not have to do laundry for an extra week! More examples of simple gifts are hats, pillows, or even makeup!

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