By: Alli Weiss
Holiday season is fast approaching, but don’t let your gift list swallow your wallet whole. These gift ideas have all the class for half the cash.
Francescas’s Collections “Cherokee Necklace”
Chic and unique, this necklace is for the stylish sweetheart in your life. The striking bronze chain and neutral feathers are staples in the fashion world this season. As your girl unwraps this trendy necklace, she’ll be convinced you spent a heap of money at some designer boutique.
As she thanks you up and down and asks how many paychecks you had to save up, you’ll smile, knowing the necklace cost a mere $18. Check it out at: www.francescascollections.com.
Francesca’s Collections “Buying Time Watch”
A watch is not only a practical gift but also a trendy one. Wristwatches similar to this one sell for up to 200 dollars in department stores. This fabulous find comes in both black and tan; it’s the perfect staple for an everyday outfit. The “Buying Time Watch” is a steal at $20. Check it out at: www.francescascollections.com.
Bev Shots “Vodka Shot Glass”
Perfect for your party-loving pals, Bev Shots’ single shot glasses cost only $13.99. Though this sounds a bit pricy for a two-ounce glass, the artistic value is well worth it. Each shot glass on bevshots.com is adorned with the photograph of Grey Goose vodka under a microscope. The vibrant colors of the magnified vodka make these shot glasses a fabulous decoration for any dorm room or kitchen.
Check it out at: www.bevshots.com.
Forever 21 “Fair Isle Trapper Beanie”
“My boyfriend is so hard to shop for. All his favorite stores are expensive,” freshman, Hannah Bacon said. Luckily, Forever 21’s shop for men is a haven of tasteful gifts for the guys in your life.
The “Fair Isle Trapper Beanie” is a bargain at $10.90 yet has all the charm of a cashmere cap. This hat is knit with adorable earflaps to keep your guy warm this winter. Check it out at: www.forever21.com.
Wood Pattern iPhone 4S Protective Case
For only $5.99 you can wow the iPhone junkies on your gift list with this unique leather iPhone 4S case. The wood pattern and the sleek leather give an expensive vibe to this low-cost case. Other shops, such as JCrew, are charging nearly four times this price.
Get in on this bargain before it’s too late! Check it out at: www.beebond.com.
Jane Eyre Special Editon
If there’s a bookworm in your life, this is a great gift idea. Literature lovers will get lost in this special edition of Jane Eyre with its extra chronology, textual notes and additional introduction. Also, the beautifully designed hardcopy cover with a red floral print will make this book a display item in any lit-fanatic’s bedroom. Special editions of Pride and Prejudice and The Odyssey are also available.
These classic books with magnificent covers are just $19.99 each. Check it out at: www.modcloth.com.
