Affordable Gift Ideas for Your Best Friends
International Friendship Day, which celebrates unity within diversity, was declared by the United Nations in 2011 and it is right around the corner. Most countries celebrate the date on July 30th of each year, although some countries, like India, celebrate on the first day of August. It is a great excuse to celebrate your closest friends by showing them how much they mean to you.
If you haven’t given much thought to what to get for your best friend(s), we have a few ideas that are sure hits. Of course, flowers or a live plant can be a nice token of friendship, but after a year of pandemic-separation, something more useful or glam will make the best surprise.
Designer jewelry, watches, knives, and handbags make perfect friendship gifts! Here are some of our favorites.
Useful Swiss Army Knives
Where quality meets innovation! For over 100 years, Swiss Army Knives have been a trusted tool for many. They are manufactured with top-quality steel and fine-crafted accessories that make these a great gift for just about anyone.
Victorinox Swiss Army Pocket Knife with 8 tools!
This Swiss Army Pocket Knife is ideal for camping, hiking, and biking as well as coming in handy at home. It has eight tools, including a large blade with a rounded tip, bottle opener, can opener, screwdriver (5mm), wire stripper, keyring, toothpick, and tweezers. It is simple and provides the most commonly used tools.
Victorinox Swiss Army Folding Knife - Cigar 79 Multi-Tool
This Swiss Army Folding Knife has 14 functions all stored in a case so compact it is efficiently portable. It includes a large blade, patented cigar cutter, can opener with a small screwdriver, bottle opener with a large locking screwdriver, wire stripper, lever design serrated edge scissors, corkscrew, punch, reamer, keyring, toothpick, and tweezers. That’s a lot of function, which is why Swiss Army Knives are so popular!
Cool Deals on Watches
Everyone loves having at least one watch, if not more. Different styles go with different attire and occasions. We picked out a few of our most popular and affordable watches and put them on sale - to make them even more affordable.
Wenger Men’s Attitude Heritage Black Dial Green Nylon Strap Watch
The stark black dial sets off the unique and fashionable green nylon strap on this Wenger Men’s Attitude Heritage watch. It is water-resistant up to 100 meters and scratch resistant due to its sapphire-coated mineral crystal. The Ronda 517 quartz movement is backed by a 3-year manufacturer’s limited warranty.
Timex Men’s Quartz Watch Q Timex Blue Dial Silver Steel Bracelet
Timex is such a tried and true brand, and this Men’s Quartz Watch Q Timex is as American as they come, with its red, white, and blue theme. The blue dial features large, index, and dot hour markers which makes this model so stylish and modern. It is water-resistant at 50 meters and has an acrylic crystal for scratch resistance.
Victorinox Swiss Army I.N.O.X. Blue Dial Steel Men's Watch
Victorinox Swiss Army I.N.O.X. Blue Dial Steel Men's Watch sports a sleek design that is perfect for more formal occasions, such as evening cocktail parties, and for wearing at the office. It is a handsome accent to wear with a sports coat, business casual attire, or a suit. It has a silver stainless steel bracelet with a stainless steel jewelry clasp. The dial is blue and features easy-to-read time markers and date display. It is water-resistant up to 200 meters and uses a sapphire crystal for scratch resistance.
Luminox 3053 Men's EVO Navy SEAL Colormark Dive Watch
Owning a Luminox 3053 Men’s EVO Navy SEAL Colormark Dive watch is a perfect gift choice for friends that love outdoor sports and a bit of adventure. In fact, this model is made for adventure with its polyurethane rubber case, unidirectional rotating bezel, and push and pull crown. It uses a scratch-resistant mineral crystal, is water-resistant up to 200 meters, and has blue outlined luminous hands for easy readability.
Sparkly Gifts They’ll Love
What woman doesn’t love an unexpected sparkly gift that they would not buy for themselves? Silver and gold are precious metals that are always in demand, as they last forever.
Swarovski Women's Necklace - Stardust Deluxe Metallic Fishnet Tube
This Swarovski Stardust Deluxe Metallic Fishnet Tube necklace is elegant and timeless. It is 16.5-inches long with a stainless steel lobster clasp closure for safety. The necklace is created from premium metallic fishnet tubing filled with sparkling clear crystals, which gives it a 3D effect. It is adjustable with the extender chain that ends with the Swarovski crystals accented swan charm.
14k 4mm Round July/Ruby Leverback Earrings
These 14-karat Round July/Ruby Leverback Earrings are simply stunning. Even though rubies are known for being the precious stone for those born in the month of July, throw caution to the wind and gift your friend, partner, or relative with these uniquely designed leverback earrings. Rubies set in yellow gold are the perfect pairing and these earrings make an elegant and memorable gift.
Handbags That Make a Statement
Kate Spade and Michael Kors know how to design fabulous and functional handbags. As such, we love to feature a couple of must-haves for yourself or as a gift!
Kate Spade PXRU5575-658 Emerson Place Carson Berry Tartlet Leather Women's Crossbody Shoulder Bag
This Kate Spade Emerson Place Carson Berry Tartlet Crossbody Bag is made of berry tartlet leather Nappa body with matching trim. It is decorated with 14-karat light gold plated hardware and a custom weaved matte jacquard with spades and dots lining. A dust bag is included. It is 12.5-inches across, 8-inches high, and 1.5-inches in depth. It is a lovely accessory that is sure to be a standout.
Michael Kors Women's Crossbody Bag - Adele Inner Card Slots
Another designer bag favorite is Michael Kors Women’s Crossbody Bag with Adele Inner Card Slots! The bag has a top zipper closure and is made of brown MK signature print leather with a 100% polyester lining. It has a back zip pocket, a center snap pocket, a front zip pocket, and an interior slip pocket with six credit card slots. The crossbody strap is adjustable and removable. You can’t go wrong with a Michael Kors designer bag!
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