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There are some people in this life who have it together. Like, really together. They are the kind of people who don’t have 4,567 unread emails in a red dot on their phone, who manage to always have a spare hair tie and who do their Christmas shopping in advance. And then, well, there’s the rest of us. The ones of us who leave it ‘til the last possible minute and who, 60 per cent of the time, are not even 100 per cent sure who is actually coming to Christmas and were we supposed to bring a salad or the pork? For those of you identify with the latter, here’s what’s on our last-minute list (thank goodness for three-hour delivery to Sydney metro, right?)
The back-up present
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This is for Christmas Day when you completely forgot that your mother-in-law is coming too (true story – this has happened to two separate staff members). You want something that feels exe, but that’s gender neutral. Winners in this category are: beach towels, candles and anything homeware-related. Best of all: if they don’t show, you get to keep it. [
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The Will-Definitely-Use-It Present
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There are some things that everyone needs. A year’s supply of underwear, for one. And then, there’s the things you can get people without seeming, well, closer than you really are. Think a reusable coffee cup or a drink bottle. Also in this category: a pair of socks, pens, and a beach towel.
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The Summer-Is-Coming Present
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Nothing quite says summer like sand through just about everything you own. In this category, you can go for an easy-wear bucket hat, a lightweight towel, or our new favourite accessory: a beach bucket.
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The Don’t-Know-Their-Size Present
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As significant others worldover know all too well, buying presents for your soon-to-be family-in-law is fraught with danger. What if they don’t like it? What if you get the wrong size? There are no blood ties there to prevent them finding their way to the next logical question: What if they don’t like you? It’s like Survivor. The challenge? To find the perfect Christmas gift that won’t see you kicked off the island.
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Or, get them a gift card. That way, you’re off the hook.
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