Celebrate Graduation Season by Graduating Your Gift Giving Style

Commencement is just around the corner. Are you still scratching your head about what to give the grad as she or he reaches one of life’s biggest milestones? Whether your kid is heading off to high school, college or on a world tour, being up-to-date with what kids are into these days and choosing the right gift is tricky. But while teens’ tastes, and the trends that influence them, are fleeting, we’ve got gift-giving ideas that never go out of style and are right on the money.

Fun Fashion

 Some of the best gifts are the ones that get used day-in and day-out. And just like when you were a kid, the go-to look for teens is still jeans and a t-shirt, and on a lazy day, sweat pants have become everyday outdoor wear. Get your grad the latest looks, in all of the most popular designs, with summer deals from the top online clothing stores.

JCPenney, one of the hottest apparel retailers right now, will have your grad mad for plaid and kicking back in the latest footwear, such as flip flops and espadrilles. Savings include free-shipping or $10 off $50 and $15 off $75.

Getting Techy

Today’s tech-savvy teens already have the newest smart phones, laptops and MP3 players. But, believe it or not, according to them, they can always use something new. A GPS may not help them navigate life but it will help get them home safely. Save $20 off $100 on GPS’s at Crutchfield.

Or, help your grad share her love of music with a set of mini speakers that handle even the loudest tunes on her playlist. Sears has a $5 off $50 coupon that you can put toward a highly-rated JVC Micro Audio System – it’s sure to make a few friends jealous. 

World Travel. Able to splurge on your graduation gift this year? Let your former student celebrate commencement in style by booking a summer-long excursion nearby or faraway from Expedia.com. Start right now with Expedia’s “My Summer is Better than your Summer Sale” that’s offering free extras and up to 30% off hotels.

Hotels.com,  one of the the most popular travel websites, also has some great discounts right now. Their “More you stay, the more you save” offer rewards you with rebates based on length of stay. Combine this special deal with their typical 30% off savings, and you’ll give your grad a great lesson in Savings 101.

Uniquely Personal. Help your graduate remember her special graduation moments with personalized keepsakes from Personalization Ma. She‘ll treasure the memories and you’ll treasure the savings on premium frames, pen sets and graduation announcements.

Be proud of your grad’s accomplishments. Send him on his way to conquer the big, big world, knowing that you’ve helped provide all the necessary tools for success – and a little fun, too!