Thursday, May 23, 2019
By Barbara Pronin
They are marking a milestone, this crop of graduating seniors, leaving student days behind and, in most cases, preparing to work in their first full-time jobs in the field they studied so diligently.To mark the event with a gift that may help them transition to this new life phase, HGTV consumer specialists suggest six options:
A quality coffee maker - If your college grad’s a coffee drinker who will be living on his/her own, a good coffee maker, the single-cup variety or larger, is likely a good bet. Add some good coffee and a sturdy commuter’s cup and your gift is sure to bring a smile.
Sunrise stimulator clock- Spare them the pain of a traditional alarm blast with a Sunrise Simulator, available at Amazon for under $30. It will help them wake up before their alarm and always get to work on time.
A sophisticated wristwatch - A good watch is always in style. Follow your instincts and your budget on this one, knowing your stylish choice will elevate your grad’s professional wardrobe for years to come. If you need a hint, check out the Fossil line, popular with young professionals at a cost of under $100.
Wireless headphones - Chances are they’ll appreciate a new pair. Check out the choices at Anthropologie, in millennial pink or mint green for about $88. They are Bluetooth compatible, comfy to wear, and perfect for their morning commute.
Paper mouse pad - Keep them on task at work with a mouse pad that doubles as a to-do list. The surface lets them prioritize the day by ‘Gotta Dos, ‘Oughtta Dos’ and ‘Wanna Dos.’ It’s a cool choice for $12 from Urban Outfitters.
Convertible carry bag - Set them up for success with a good backpack that converts to a shoulder bag. They can wear it as a backpack, then convert it to a professional-looking shoulder bag once they arrive at the office. Be sure it has outside pockets and a laptop compartment so they have a place for all their gear. Amazon’s got one for under $50.
Girlboss trinket tray - Here’s a cutie for your girl grad - a little gold-trimmed round trinket tray she can put on her desk to hold paper clips or whatever; Available at Paper Source for under $12, it says, Girls Just Wanna Be CEOs.
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