Starting with young women first and using 20-25 as a rough age range for what a young adult means I have come up with a range of suggestions including brands and options to suit a variety of budgets.
1. A personal shopping appointment – these can actually be booked in most department stores free of charge but to make a present out of it then throw in lunch and some budget towards the styles that the personal shopper selects. Some stores will specify a minimum spend however others make no charge and there is no obligation to buy anything – although you probably will.
2. Beauty treatment – anything from a mini manicure to the full spa weekend should be very well received. A mini manicure can be from around £10 and a day package to a spa can be fund for as little as £60 depending where you are in the country and what treatments are included.
3. Handbag – a statement handbag is a must for some young adults (and actually late teenagers) and tastes can be expensive. Brand leaders are Mulberry, Balenciaga, Chloe, Lanvin and Mui Mui to name just a few but these do not come cheap. The bag that hangs on the arm of a celebrity is likely to cost anywhere from £300 – well over £3000.
4. Gym membership – for some young adults a monthly financial commitment like a gym is out of their budget so it could be suitable as a present and you can pay for the year up front in one go or pay the direct debit on their behalf. You might also want to include the appropriate kit like some new trainers or work out gear.
5. Cookbooks – there are hundreds of cookbooks on the market to cover all the bases. Meals in minutes, how to cook, healthy eating, cooking vegetarian meals so there should be something to suit any young adult whatever their circumstances. If they are a complete beginner then you might have to consider a course too and there are plenty of options for gourmet cooking for those a bit more experienced or adventurous.
So, what to buy – a young adult?
February 24, 2011 By
