Looking for best gift ideas for friends and loved ones this holiday season is sometimes difficult. People prefer to be unique as much possible with their gift ideas. Or at least get the one that they will surely like. But you know that unique is not always necessary to make friends and loved ones happy. Sometimes simple and common gift ideas still work. Most of the time, it’s just the thought that counts.

If you’re curious, here are some of the most common gift ideas that actually still works. Check them out now. It might just work for you.

Apparels

No one in this world can say that apparel will not work ever as the gift idea. Just as long as you make it right with the recipient’s taste of clothing, you cannot go wrong.

Plus, if you want your gift to be useful and can be used frequently, apparel is your best option. Not to mention that you can go for customized design to make it more appealing to the recipient. With apparel, you cannot go wrong with your idea. Just make sure you know the right size, preferred color, and taste so you will not end up with a disappointed face from your friends.

Drinkware

This gift is not for everybody. But still, it is safe to say that this can work for a specific type of lifestyle. Those who are into outdoor activities such as biking, jogging, and camping, drinkware will suit them just fine.

It can also be useful for those who prefer bringing their own food and drinks to their workplace. Sometimes, people are just better off with their own stuff rather than use the public drinking fountain. So this might not be the most expensive or the most creative kind of gift you can give but it sure has some use for it.

Keychain

If you want your recipient to remember you at all times but you do not have a great budget to get you what you have in mind, why not try a keychain? Keychain is small and cheap but it can be used to add detail to a person’s belongings. Like for example, their bags, cell phones, USB flash drives, or even power banks.

For your gift keychain to be effective, you must first know some stuff about your recipient. You can use that information to base your gift keychain’s design.  It can be a favorite cartoon character, a name of a dream vacation, his or her name, or perhaps your name especially when it is a loved one.

Bags

One of the accessories that frequently not involved with a person’s overall outfit is a bag. There are many types of bags that range from cheap to expensive. But as mentioned earlier, gift-giving does not always have to be costly. Sometimes it just has to be appropriate and coming from the heart.

But whether it is a Hermes or just customized bags that are made from simple materials, what matters most is you must base the design on your recipient’s taste. A favorite color or a favorite style will do wonders if you really take good attention to details.

There are a lot of gift ideas out there that do not have to be expensive. All it needs is some thoughtfulness and love as your reason to give. If you have more ideas that are common but can still be effective, feel free to leave a comment below and let us know why.