The saying “quality over quantity” applies to not only the friends we make throughout our lives but also the gifts we give them. We can all remember a gift a friend gave us, you may have smiled when receiving it, but thought “seriously, you think I’ll like this”. In comparison, you can also probably remember receiving a gift that was thoughtful and exactly what you like but maybe never even thought of buying for yourself.
There are many benefits of having good friends and receiving thoughtful gifts is just one of them. Now, you may be thinking “Am I a bad friend... I have no idea what to buy”, don’t worry we’re here to help!
Here at Santayana, we have been in the business of helping people find the perfect gift for over 30 years, and today, we’re going to be sharing 5 of our top gift ideas for friends in 2018.
Perfect for any occasion, be it a birthday, Mother’s Day, or even just because. Charms are for everyone. Yes, even men! We have a uniquecollection of Cuban charms that make the perfect gift. Think about the friend your buying a gift for and think of the things they savor most in life, maybe it’s simply a great cup of coffee, a good board game or a cheeky cocktail. We’ve got the perfect charm bracelet for them.
Who doesn’t love curling up with a good book? They’re ideal for anyone at any age. There are more and more studies showing thebenefits of reading more and who would want to hold a friend back from reaping these benefits? There are some greatbooks coming out in 2018 to keep on your radar. If you see one a friend would like then make a note or pre-order it.
A truly one of a kind customized gift is one your friend will always treasure. It could be a customized necklace, coffee mug or t-shirt, personalized gifts are guaranteed to leave a lasting impression. Our team at Santayana can help you create a one of a kind customized piece of jewelry. Just get in touch with us.
Whether it is to see a theatre show, band, concert, comedian or even a vacation. Giving tickets as a gift is a wonderful way of giving your friend something they might not thought of buying for themselves. A passport to an amazing experience and the chance to create a memory worth remembering.
This gift is not only for the special person you are giving the gift to, it’s also for you the giver. When we give without expecting anything in return, we enter a secret barter and can end up receiving the gift of joy in return. Isn’t this a beautiful and humane concept?
We’re here to help you fully enjoy the gift of giving. Feel free to browse our beautiful products and don’t be afraid to give us a call if you have any questions.