The hunt for the holiday gift

Olivia Hetherington, Staff Writer

The holidays are filled with last minute shopping, and the hunt for that perfect gift is difficult. The worst part is finding a superb gift that is out of your price range, so you end up getting a basic gift you have gotten in years prior. So what gifts will be on your holiday hunt?

To help aid in the hunt for the perfect gift, here are some gift ideas for parents. In a survey given to Dulaney students, popular gifts for moms included kitchen appliances, books or a breakfast in bed. A relaxing meal in bed or at a restaurant can showcase your love and appreciation for her, and the best part is that a single meal isn’t that expensive. However, if you aren’t the best cook you can never go wrong with giving her a book that she has wanted but has never bought for herself. 

Popular gifts for fathers include power tools, books and golf equipment. No matter what gift you give them they will love it because it shows your love for them.

Gifts for siblings can be a little trickier than gifts for parents because every sibling is different, and a very common answer for siblings was board games. The holiday’s are for spending time with loved ones, so a board game would be the perfect gift. Another response was clothes and gift cards. If you are running out of time and you just can’t seem to find the right gift, you can always go to their favorite store and know that they will find exactly what they want with your gift card. No matter how big or small, a gift will always be appreciated. 

The holidays can become even more meaningful when you spend it with a special someone. Shopping for your girlfriend or boyfriend can be stressful. You can make them something to show your love through a crafted gift, or you can buy them a gift that they have been dreaming of. Some ideas include a candle, jewelry and a handmade photobook. A relationship is filled with new adventures and memories, so this holiday season can be a new opportunity for you to express your love for one another in a fun and creative way. As the expenses for holiday gifts keep increasing, just remember the holidays are here for spending time together and giving gifts filled with love. 

If you are struggling to find the perfect gift, take into consideration the ideas above because they might just give you a recommendation for the perfect gift.