Graduation Gift Guide 2013
It is graduation season again! If you have someone graduating from high school or college, we have some ideas for great gifts that your graduate will appreciate and use again and again.
Graduation Invitations & Notes by Bonnie Marcus
If you’re planning a party or your graduate will have lots of thank you notes to write, Bonnie Marcus has some adorable graduation themed invitations and notes. Prices start at $1.40/card. Click here to view the collection.
Graduation Invitations and Thank You Notes from the Bonnie Marcus Collection
Calling Cards
Before your graduate has a job, calling cards can give him or her that professional edge when networking with potential employers. Boatman Geller has a great selection, with prices starting at less than $1.00 per card.
Calling Cards from Boatman Geller
Monogrammed Necklace
One of the most treasured gifts I received when I graduated from high school was a necklace with my monogram engraved on it. This Monogram necklace from Moon and Lola at Zhush brings back fond memories of that gift. $163.00
Monogram Necklace
Signet Ring
A classic oval signet ring, just like a men’s ring is a gift that will last forever, it’s available in sterling silver and gold vermeil. $333.00
Boyfriend style Signet Ring from Zhush
Bicycle
If you’re upcoming college freshman needs a way to get around, how about a bicycle! Prices range from about $150 and up at Amazon.com.
Schwinn Bicycle
iPad
The must have item of the decade, if your graduate doesn’t already have one, you might want to add it to the list. We use ours for games, searching the internet and even watching TV shows. If you have one at home, it will also give you a little “Face Time” so you can see your graduate face to face. Prices range from about $400 & up. Click here for models.
iPad Family
Laptop Computer
If your graduate has worn out the computer they used in high school or college – there is a huge range of options and prices to go with it. You can get a basic laptop for as little as $250 to a lot more for a Mac Book Pro with all the bells and whistles. Click here for offerings from Amazon.com.
Laptops
Noise Cancelling headphones
If a noisy dorm or library is where your studious graduate will be spending a lot of time, Noise cancelling headphones could be just the ticket to keep them focused on their studies. There are a range of prices from about $40 for a basic pair to $299 this pair of Bose headphones.
Noise Cancelling Headphones
Wall Street Journal
Keep your graduate up to date on the latest business and financial news with a subscription to the Wall Street Journal. My Dad gave me one when I graduated from college and though finance wasn’t my thing – it did give me conversation points during interviews and talking with older peers. Click here for subscription info.
Wall Street Journal Subscription for Graduates
Luggage
Travel is a part of a high school or college graduates life – give them a good set of luggage that will take them back and forth that’s a step up from a worn out duffle bag. There are a myriad of choices out there and price ranges to match.
Luggage for graduates
Treat Graduation Cards
If it’s just a card you’re sending, Treat has some adorable customized Graduation Cards, sure to make someone smile!
Graduation Cards from Treat
