December 16, 2014

Last minute gift ideas for high school girls

Katie Mazanec
Staff Writer
Christmas is in a week, Hanukkah starts tonight, and you are running out of time to buy gifts. Here are some easy gifts to get a high school girl:

-Scarves: It is chilly outside and the perfect winter weather to buy someone a scarf. Infinity scarves are the new fashionable way to stay warm. You can also pair a scarf with some “techy” touchscreen compatible mittens that let you text and stay warm at the same time.

-Bath and Body Basket: The cold, dry winds of winter are capable of causing skin and lips to dry. Throw some tinted lip balm and a bottle of festive lotion into a gift bag’ add a bow and give it to your gal pal.

-Phone Cases: Phone cases are becoming a stylish accessory and are relatively inexpensive. Buy your friend one from her favorite brand name or personalize one with her name.

-Candy: You can never go wrong with candy. Picking out someone’s favorite candies feels personal and tastes great. To add a festive touch, throw in some peppermint bark or candy canes.

-Music: A good pair of ear buds and/or a new album from her favorite artist is the way to go for a music lover.

-Necklace: This can be a great gift for a boyfriend to get his girlfriend, but necklaces don’t have to be a relationship type gift. Simple pendants or chunky statement necklaces would be something any girl would love.

-Homemade Sweets: Baking festive cookies can be inexpensive and can be an enjoyable and festive experience.

-Gift cards: If you know where your friend loves to shop or eat buy her a gift card. Some examples are: Starbucks, Target, iTunes, Cold Stone, or American Eagle. To make the gift more personalized, add a homemade card.

-Entertainment Tickets: Buy a pair of movie tickets or concert tickets that the two of you can go to. Make sure your friend is available before buying tickets.

-Socks: Fuzzy socks are also a cute, trendy and cozy gift that any girl would love to wear during the winter.  Athletic socks come in all different colors and patterns and are a great gift for an athletic friend.