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Every year, one faces the same perennial problem. While you’d love to shower your pals with the perfect presents this gifting season, you also know realistically that it is a challenge securing items that are tasteful and classy and yet won’t burn a hole in your wallet. Besides, where does one find the time to scour online sites and retailers to find the right inexpensive gift?
No worries, we’ve done the legwork for you. Below are some suggestions on what you can get for your loved ones while on a shoe-string budget. You’re bound to find something suitable!
An oversized sweater is a thoughtful gift for a friend who’s travelling to colder climates during her year-end vacation. She’ll definitely thank you for it.
A comfortable and stylish midi skirt made of cotton is great for the friend who likes basic, fuss-free outfits.
Give your girly friend something that showcases her femininity, like this floral print blouse that sports a pussybow detail.
If your friend loves Beyoncé and athleisure, gift her something from the singer’s fashion collection, Ivy Park. A pair of cute shorts like this one will put a smile on her face.
If your girlfriend enjoys going to parties, get her a sequinned bag — it’s a perfect accessory that will showcase her playful style and contain all her essentials.
If Burberry’s out of your budget, try this alternative from Zara. It’s a minimalist piece that’s good for the friend who likes to be hands-free.
If your friend loves to hit the beach during weekends, this woven tote would be roomy (and stylish) enough for her to store her belongings.
This fancy piece will thrill your fashionista friend as the bright red colour and velvet material makes it both fun and glamorous.
For the friend who carries just about everything with her (wet wipes? Check. Tissues? Check. Extra pens and make-up? Check), get her a tote that is spacious enough to contain all her possessions.
If your friend loves baseball caps, help elevate her style by gifting her with this preppy printed cabbie hat instead.
If your friend is elegant and feminine, surprise her with a delicate gold necklace that she can wear on any occasion.
Consider a pair of earrings fashioned in mixed stones if your friend’s a collector of statement pieces. This one is extra loud.
If your friend is into elegant accoutrements, get this contemporary and sophisticated necklace. Who says pearls are archaic?
Help your friend find comfort in the scorching sun with a stylish pair of sunshine yellow tinted sunglasses. Bonus? She’ll look fabulous too.
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