Grad Gifts College Edition

With college graduation in the next few weeks for universities around the country, I figured I would post the perfect college graduation gifts. A few weeks ago, I did grad gifts for the high schooler, so if you need ideas, check it out here.

iPad 2: I can speak for myself, and I'm sure many other college students-- When I graduate, I'll have had my laptop for 4 years and I can assure you that already my laptop is extremely outdated. An iPad or a Macbook Pro would be the ultimate graduation gift for either gender!

A Nikon camera that takes excellent pictures is next up on the college grad list. This is because now that they have entered the "real world", they won' t be attending very many parties where they may break, lose, etc. the camera. This is the perfect upgrade from their regular point and shoot camera so they can start documenting their post-grad life! Again, this camera is perfect for both guys and gals!

If you know that your grad will be doing a lot of traveling whether it be for their new job, or for fun, a GPS is a great gift. I personally love my Garmin-- I set her to have an Australian accent and my whole family calls her "Sheila". I am not good with directions so I heavily relay on my Garmin to get me around Pittsburgh and all of my other travels. 

 For a girl, a piece of jewelry that she will have forever is probably my top pick. I know my parents have gotten me a piece of jewelry for every significant birthday or event in my life and I can remember each event with each piece of jewelry-- it makes that piece of jewelry even more special. Of course you could go with the classic David Yurman, however, getting something from your hometown jeweler will make it more special and personal!

For any guy (and girl!) entering the workplace, they need a good watch. You can get a nice watch that ranges anywhere from around $100 all the way up into the thousands. For a good quality but inexpensive watch, try Invicta. I have one and I love it! 

These are atop my list! What are you getting for your college grad this year? Have a fabulous day!

Yours, 

sCe

Graduation Season

If you are a senior in high school then you are already feeling the pressure of graduation which is only in a few short weeks! It feels like just yesterday that I was graduating from high school and that was 3 years ago. If you're like me, you are getting invited to a zillion graduation parties and of course you need to bring a gift. For your good friends, I recommend getting something special, however, if you are attending a graduation party and don't know what to get, here are some things that college students will use a lot and actually will need!

Tervis Tumbler. Whether you get a monogrammed one, a school spirit one or just a cute design, there are so many options to choose from. They also have several different sizes to choose from! I use mine daily and put everything from coffee, to iced tea, to diet coke. 

 Monogrammed shower wrap. I got mine from a friend and it is as cute as can be and perfect for dorm style bathrooms!

A magazine subscription is a great idea! That way, your grad has something to look forward to every month in the mail! My favorite magazine is Town and Country!

Vera Bradley Jewlery Case. Ever since I have been in college, I have traveled on the weekends more than I ever have before. This is perfect because it collapses and can be stored away in a small dorm room but holds a lot of jewelry for a girl on the go! 

L.L. Bean monogrammed duffel bags. These are seriously the greatest. This picture is from my packing tips post and I have used my L.L. Bean duffel bags for literally every trip! A laptop bag is also another great gift idea. Mine is Betsey Johnson and brightens up my time while at the library.

An ID holder is perfect for any girl. Whether she is preppy or even a tomboy, everyone needs something to hold their ID, money, and cards and keys! I love this Just Madras one!

What are you getting for your grad friends? Next up I'm going to do grad gifts for college students! Have a fabulous day!

Yours, 

sCe