Anyways Christmas is right around the corner and the time is NOW to start buying gifts. As a girl in an Asian family, I know the hassles of trying to go out
and get presents that you know your parents will like without making them mad that you spent too much money.
I got all these ideas from browsing the web and going to the mall. These are also the ACTUAL gifts that I am buying my relatives so it’s not really a
“comprehensive gift guide.” I also included a Cheaper Alternative if you really are strapped on cash. I tried to make this list as low-budget as
possible, and most gifts are about $50 or less. I am also a poor College girl making a mere $10/ hour part-time! Hope you enjoy it.
For my big sister (22 years old)
COACH SOHO SIGNATURE MINI SKINNY
Price: $49
This cute little bag is perfect for a no-hassle small bag for putting your credit cards and money without being a bulky purse. At $49 it is affordable for
most and it still bears a designer label. I’m betting my big sister will love this.
Cheaper Alternative
Victoria’s Secret Body Mist Gift Box ($24)
For my little brother (17 years old)
2
Price: $59.99
I’m not a big video game fanatic but I know that Gears of War 2 is one of the best games to get teenage boys that have an Xbox 360 (like my little, pesky
brother). You can get it for $59.99 now, but if you were smart like me and went to Black Friday sales then you could’ve picked this one up for $49.99 or
less at some retailers.
Cheaper Alternative
Blue Dragon
($19.99)
And check out http://www.gamestop.com/gs/landing/under20/ if your little brother doesn’t have an
Xbox 360
For my Dad (52 years old)
Ralph Lauren Lambswool Scarf
Price: $50.00
Daddy is definitely going to be happy with a new stylish scarf. I picked this one out due to a few reasons. My father never wears scarves and I think what’s
holding him back is the fact that he doesn’t have a stylish one, and secondly, I love the different colors that you can choose for this scarf. He’s not a
fashionable dad, but he can still look fashionable.
Cheaper Alternative
For The Dad Who’s
Best At Everything (The Dads’ Book)
Rich Dad’s Guide to
Investing: What the Rich Invest in, That the Poor and the Middle Class Do Not!
For Mommy (49 years old)
My Lovely Kim Sam Soon DVD
Price: $59.99
Mom loves chick flicks and My Lovely Kim Sam Soon is the best one for middle aged ladies. I’ve seen it and I personally loved it, and I also think it would
be very appropriate for my mom as well. I’ve given my mom a lot of clothing/accessory type items in the past and this year I thought I might buy her some
entertainment for the boring time during Christmas break with my dad.
Cheaper Alternative
Love Actually
(Widescreen Edition)
For Boyfriend (27 years old)
The One For Men
Price: $22.00-$70.00 (based on size)
Omg this scent is amazing. I went shopping last weekend for my boyfriend and I happened to chance upon this cologne and I thought it smelled heavenly. A
serious pick for any girl looking to get their boyfriend a new scent.
Cheaper Alternative
Forever 21 Frederick Fleece Jacket ($36.90)
Coupon for Best Night of His Life (Priceless)
For Girlfriend (Don’t have one)
Victoria’s Secret Bustier
Price: $69.50
So I may not have a girlfriend, but I do know how to shop for one. This gift is going to make her feel sexy and help turn things up a notch in the bedroom.
So it’s kind of a gift to yourself if you think the $70 price tag is a little too high. Be careful though, some girls won’t appreciate you buying lingerie
for them (boring conservative girls), but I would personally love my boyfriend getting me something like this. For the boring ones, get her a cami.
Cheaper Alternative
Look at the VS lingerie collection
That completes my purchases for this Holiday season. In total I spent around 300 dollars, which is not bad at all considering I bought gifts for everyone.
Happy holidays!
Written by Editorial Staff