11 Gift Ideas to Ask From Your Secret Santa
Make it a gift for keeps.
If you haven’t had your wish list up, it’s probably brought by utter overthinking. To put something practical or simply jot down anything? Chances are, you’d want to get something that balances both a want and a need — plus one that isn’t too hard for your Secret Santa to get, especially with ZALORA’s 11.11 Mega Sale coming up.
No matter the given budget range, take this opportunity to snag a sweet gift you’d surely put into use.
Budget: P500 and below
1. Yearly Planner
Now, this is as basic as it can get — but come on, it is definitely one practical choice. Having a yearly planner is such a necessity to organize your life down in paper, and getting someone to gift it allows you to check something off your yearly refills.
2. A Go-To Beauty Tint
Take this chance to get that lip and cheek tint you’ve been eyeing forever. You can never have too much tints in your makeup stash especially if you’re eyeing that no makeup-makeup look for a natural flush. If you’re lucky, you can get two tints to fit in the stated budget.
3. Basic Hair Pomade
For the boys, a practical gift is the easiest solution — and what says better than a daily hair pomade? There’s a wide array of scents and styles you can choose from, and it’s a no-brainer necessity you ought to use.
4. Yoga Mat/Foam Roller
It may be the end of the year but it shouldn’t be any form of escape from your fitness goals. Leverage on this wish list item by finally getting your long overdue fitness essentials — whether it be a basic yoga mat to jump-start home exercises or a foam roller to add in some muscle-strengthening counts.
Budget: P501 to P1,000
5. Gift Certificate
Probably the safest and most flexible option that gives you the liberty to choose what you really want. Getting a gift certificate from ZALORA equates to either of the two: a) you don’t know what to get and you’ll decide later, or b) you’re certain of what to get but you’re scared your Secret Santa might get it wrong. Either way — a GC answers it.
6. Plain T-Shirts
A highly usable gift set would be a refill of your basic tees. Jotting down a specific store and indicating your size will make life so much easier for your Secret Santa. A little tip to poke some fun? Get one plain tee of your choice and ask your Secret Santa to choose the color of the other tee.
7. Skincare Starter Set
Skincare is life so might as well make your Secret Santa get your daily essentials! Your go-to facial cleanser, moisturizer, toner, and even squeeze in some face masks — all of these can actually fit the indicated budget. Just want one product? Ask for that one holy grail everyone’s raving about!
Complete Set:
Holy Grails:
8. A Good Read
The year may be coming to a close but you can always start on that book you’ve been meaning to read, right? Whether it be a bestseller or a read your friend has been bugging you to get, this is the perfect opportunity to get your hands on them. An extra tip: if the budget fits, request for the hardbound copy.
Budget: Above P1,000
9. Water Bottle
Stop settling for your wonky water bottle and get an insulated thermos since the budget (finally) allows it. Not only are these durable but they are long-lasting so it’s worth every penny.
10. Workout Class Pass
Have that fitness class you’ve been curious with ever since? Take a leap of courage whether it be indoor cycling, rowing, or even aerial pilates — you’re bound to find a challenging (and fun) exercise.
11. Handy Laptop Bag
Yup, it’s about time you think of your laptop that’s been shivering in that office-sponsored bag. Get yourself a sturdy case of good quality and carry an accessory that can go places.
