Christmas and all the other holidays and birthdays of your family and loved ones all fall on the same day each year. Anyone thoughtful enough to remember those days will probably have those all listed in their calendar. Yet despite that effort, life gets in the way, and the to-do list and pressure of daily life pile up. The next thing you know, you’re reminded of the occasion on the day itself, and now you’re rushing to buy them a gift.
In reality, material gifts aren’t the only best way to show your loved ones and friends you’re thinking of them on their special day. It doesn’t hurt to give a little, nicely wrapped surprise. There’s nothing like seeing that smile on their face after receiving a gift, and feeling the enjoyment they got out of your surprise.
Gone are the days when cash or gift cards are the usual last minute gifts for procrastinator gift-givers. Here you’ll have some unique ideas for last-minute gifts. The best part is that the receiver won’t even know! They’d most likely think you did spend so much time and effort to decide on that gift.
- Last-Minute Photo Gifts
Topping this list is a category of gifts always a no-fail: last-minute photo gifts. All you have to do is browse through their social media account, look for a nice, memorable, or sentimental photo and have it printed out in a photo gift.
Photos are always a no-fail gift. One of the best ways to add a personal touch to gifts is to create them from shared memories from your photos. Luckily, there are last-minute options available for this. PostSnap offers next-day delivery on photo prints when ordered before 2 pm in the UK, so you can get them if you’re in a rush for a last-minute gift.
- Festive Bouquet And Decadent Chocolates
Ring up your trusted florist and you’re sure to have a stylish arrangement, in minutes, and delivered to the celebrator’s home on the same day. If you want to be majorly thoughtful, you can also ask your florist for additional cupcakes or chocolates for an extra charge. For those with a sweet tooth, this is undeniably an ultimate treat.
You can’t go wrong with festive bouquets, with so many different unique choices you can choose from. Don’t limit yourself to the receiver’s favourite flowers. For sure, someone else has got that covered. Why not ask the florist what flowers are fresh for the day? This choice can lengthen the life of your bouquet, as a nice added touch to the celebrator’s home.
- Desk Plants
As of late, the obsession with plants is still very much prevalent. So many more households are ditching artificial plants in favour of real ones. Not only can they purify the air, but they also make a home look more beautiful and well designed.
Whether the celebrant loves plants or not, this is always a no-fail surprise gift. You can start simple with a desk plant for their workspace. Who knows, each time they see the plant, they’ll think of you, too. That little desk plant may even be their introduction to plant-parenting.
- Perfume
Perfumes aren’t exactly newcomers in the gifting department. However, it’s safe to consider it as unique, with so many different brands and scents you can choose from. Don’t confuse yourself too much, especially now that you’re in a rush. Narrow down according to your budget, then select from the options available. Perfumes are a safe last-minute gift because you’re certain the receiver can make good use of them.
- Baked Goods
Does anyone else still think of gifting a bread basket? Not the basket itself for decorative purposes, but the selection of bread that will be a feast for the eyes of the receiver. It’s another unique gift idea that will surely be appreciated.
Who knows, the receiver may have just run out of their favourite rye bread or bagels. Like a saviour, there you are, with a basket of your bakery’s fresh batch for the day. It’s a thoughtful gift that will also save them the trouble of having to rush to the bakery for their staple.
- Memory Foam / Cooling Gel Pillows
If there’s anything the previous years have taught homeowners, it’s that comfort at home is key. Many people now are on the hunt for little things here and there to make their days at home a lot cosier and bearable.
So, why not give the gift of comfort through memory foam or cooling gel pillows? You’ll get that choice done and dusted with, in a flash, with so many different pillows you can choose from. Modern pillows of today come with all sorts of features, but you don’t need to choose the one that has it all. Better yet, go for the pillow with features that will be well loved by the gift’s recipient.
- Pyjama Sets
Another item aptly belonging to the comfort department is a pyjama set. Silk pyjamas, in particular, are always a great idea. There’s all that fuzz about loungewear nowadays. Yet the truth is that not so many individuals will think about buying loungewear for themselves. Thus, if you can get it for them, why not?
There’s no need to over-complicate this gift. Just get the size right, and then you’re good to go. It also helps that well-packaged pyjama sets are also available nowadays. That’s a bonus when you don’t have to worry about the packaging, too.
- Beverages
If you’re super observant of your friend or colleague, or you know your loved one too well, a box of their favourite beverages is another good idea. You can choose from beer, tea, coffee, kombucha, or whatever it is that pleases them. Have it placed in a basket or box, then you’re all set. Now, they no longer have to thirst for their favourites this time, all thanks to your thoughtful gesture. Drink accessories are a great idea too from unusual glasses to a cool whiskey decanter or special ice cube trays.
Final Thoughts
It’s always worth remembering and celebrating birthdays, Christmas, and other occasions. It’s a happy day as well for any celebrant. A better way to add to that joyous feeling is through the simple act of gifting. You may have forgotten about getting them a gift, but the celebrator doesn’t have to know that. There are so many last-minute gift ideas that are as thoughtful and special as the ones you may have spent time and effort thinking about. Start with those listed here, and see how they’d react.
