Personalized Birthday Gifts
The tradition of buying birthday gifts for our friends, family members, and loved ones is born of a well-intentioned impulse to express affection and appreciation, but all too often, the gift-buying process can devolve into an exasperating chore.
Even when it comes to selecting gifts for those closest to us, it can be difficult to find just the right thing. Sometimes, even the most carefully chosen gift may not be enough to express the depth of our feelings or to demonstrate the care that we’ve taken to pick something just right. Fortunately for frustrated gift shoppers, personalized birthday gifts can help ease the process of gift selection. The addition of a monogram, an engraving or a personal message can instantly transform a gift into a heartfelt statement of love.
If you’re in the market for a personalized birthday gift, you’re in luck. These days, online stores are teeming with plenty of clever, cute, and quirky options. Here are a few ideas to help jump-start your search.
Personalized Magazine Cover Portrait
Is there someone in your life that would get a kick out of seeing his or her name and likeness on the front cover of a magazine? This special “Happy Birthday” edition is a great way to recognize the magnificence of that special someone on your gift list – even if Time and People haven’t yet seen fit to run a front-page profile. Use the vendor’s online design tool to personalize the faux magazine cover to your specifications, and then print it out from your own computer or have a professionally printed version sent to your home. For less than $15, it’s a birthday gift bargain that can’t be beat.
Personalized Towel Wrap
Offering more reliable coverage than a standard towel and less bulk than a traditional bathrobe, this handy towel wrap is a perfect compromise. Constructed from thick and absorbent terry and emblazoned with the monogram or initials of your choice, this personalized towel wrap is a wonderful gift for the frequent business traveler or recreational athlete who often has to shower on the go. A great birthday gift idea for those notoriously hard to buy for men on your list, the wrap is also available in women’s sizes.
Give the Gift of Art
Is the birthday girl or guy a creative type? Have they always had a thing for the wispy, ethereal illustrations that fashion designers use to plan their garments and runway shows? If so, consider splurging on a personalized portrait from the fashion artists at The Croquis. For less than $200, you can surprise your recipient with an amazing likeness of themselves or someone they love. Choose from graphite, gouache, black and white, or color options. Be sure to allow sufficient time for delivery before the day of your special celebration.
Add some extra oomph to your next birthday celebration with one of these one-of-a-kind gifts that reflect the individuality of your recipient – you’ll be glad you did!
