Shopping for boys is such a pain–they hate standing in line, they don’t understand the three-hour inspection you need to do before buying something, and they definitely hate the bill we cough up at the end of it. However they are sweet enough to do it all, because let’s face it–we rule their world. (BRB, we’re LOL-ing too hard).
Christmas is just around the corner, and we think it’s time for you to show them the pyaar. What better way to do that than with gifts? Budget gifts, but gifts nonetheless. Since being broke is a perpetual medical condition we deal with, spending minimum but packing it with the maximum amount of love is what truly matters when you’re with bae.
We asked a bunch of our significant others, and boys in general, about what they would love to get from their girlfriends. The answers were not just adorably cute, but actually really simple. Guess it means that the thought counts more than the money. After all, the saying ‘money can’t buy happiness’ didn’t become a thing aise hi. For everything else though, there’s Mastercard.
1. Socks
These are the easiest things to buy, and the most easily-available. Be it online or in any retail store at the mall–socks are everywhere. Since it’s common knowledge that a lot of boys (a lot, a whole effing lot) just end up flipping their socks over to wear them six days in a row–this gift is not just handy for them, but also just your secret fantasy of keeping them clean happening IRL. Get the cute printed ones that peek out at the end of their pants, and give you a little rush everytime you see.
Here are a few options to inspire your gifting spree:
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2. Shot glasses
Let’s face it: every millenial has some fascination for partying, and that too partying in style. The shot glasses are a great way to do that. Drinking with babe is always a good time right? So why not make it date-worthy with a couple of cool glasses that not only do the deal, but he gets to show off in front of his friends as a great gift. Plus it helps get the brownie points up for your upcoming New Year’s party. Cheap and effective gifting done right.
Here are a few options:
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3. Boxers and briefs
Another one in the hygiene department, because men clearly are grown-up babies. Boxers or briefs, whichever you want to see your man in, is a double-edged sword because it’ll help you during your sexy time and you’ll know you had a hand to play in that. Quite the hand.. *ahem*.
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4. Groom barabar groom
Boys secretly LOVE grooming products. They will pretend they absolutely hate it, but in reality, you give them a scented soap or a great face mask, and they’ll join you in under two minutes. Oh… just weak boys who embrace their need to be exfoliated in private with a chick flick on–it’s supremely wrong but best to capitalize on.
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5. Graphic tees
This is the easiest thing to shop for as a woman. The graphic tees are fun for everyday wear or even to pair with a leather jacket on a date. Plus they can wear it with the boxers you gifted him to Netflix and chill. All your bases covered in just one Christmas–a Christmas miracle anyone?
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6. Grocery shopping
This is one of the most thoughtful things you can do for your boy. Imagine your boy doing it for you, and the amount of joy you’re going to feel when your fridge is stocked with your fave drinks, snacks and goodies. Plan out a budget, get some desi daaru, and all the best candy you can find for bae to walk in and smother you with your quota of kisses.
