Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year-- twinkling lights, the smell of pine and bright decorations enlivening our neighborhoods. But maybe not so much when it comes to gift giving. As college students or teenagers we find ourselves looking for spare change in all of our jacket pockets and flipping our rooms upside down just to buy a bag of chips or a cup of coffee. So how are we supposed to buy Christmas gifts for all the people we love? If you have a job you might be able to earn some money and put it to the side, but saving has become an unbelievable task for many of us. But don't be down about this holiday season, because there are lots of things you can do or gifts you can give that are thoughtful and unique! And lucky for you, I have a few quirky and fun gift ideas for your best friend/girlfriend -- all under $25!
1. Marble Earbuds
FP Printed Earbuds, $20, FreePeople
2. Rainbow Ice Cream Sandwich Bath Bomb
Waffle Ice Cream Sandwich Bath Bomb, $14.69, Oh Deer Sugar
3. Plum & Bow Elephant Tea Mug
Plum and Bow Elephant Tea Mug, $16, Urban Outfitters
4. Love at First Slice Pizza Snow Globe
Love at First Slice Pizza Snow Globe, $16, Urban Outfitters
5. Zodiac Charm Necklace
Zodiac Charm Necklace, $16, Urban Outfitters
6. Real Ugly Socks Sweater Sock DIY Box Kit
Real ugly Socks Sweater Sock Do-It Yourself Box Kit, $12, Urban Outfitters
7. Eleni Rainbow Choker Necklace
Eleni Rainbow Choker Necklace, $18, Urban Outfitters
8. Modern Snowstorm IPhone 6/6s Case
Modern Snowstorm IPhone 6/6s Case, $20, Urban Outfitters
9. Fuzzy Boot Sock
Fuzzy Boot Sock, $5, Urban Outfitters
10. Amelia Glass Display Frame
Amelia Glass Display Frame, $10, Urban Outfitters
11. Katherine Cherries Embroidery Cap
Katherine Cherries Embroidery Cap, $15, Brandy Melville
12. Wylie Flannel
Wylie Flannel, $25, Brandy Melville
13. Reina Velvet Bodysuit
Reina Velvet Bodysuit, $22, Brandy Melville
14. Hooded Bear Robe
Hooded Bear Robe, $19.53, Forever 21
15. Snowman Print Knit Leggings
Snowman Print Knit Leggings, $13.93, Forever 21
These gift ideas are just a few of many that are fun and affordable. But remember that Christmas is not only about gift giving. Christmas is the time of year to appreciate your friends and family, spend quality time with those you love and eat some amazing food. The warmth and joy of Christmas brings us all together and when you have Christmas in your hearts, it doesn't matter what's under the tree.