One of the best things about being single around the holidays is that you don’t have to spend time and money on the perfect gift for a significant other. Instead, you can drop that cash on yours truly.
Go ahead and treat your single self this holiday season. Here are 14 ideas, each of them under $100.
1. Succulent plants are incredibly simple, low-maintenance and independent – unlike your ex. They are easy to assemble and virtually impossible to kill, a perfect choice for beginner growers and those lacking a green thumb. (www.amazon.com/Large-Globe-Succulent-Terrarium-Kit/dp/B00ICSJTQS/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1449867254&sr=8-5&keywords=large+terrarium+kit)
2. Big, bushy eyebrows surged in popularity in 2015. From Facebook to Instagram, you could not escape the catch phrase “brows on fleek.” This cute and trendy make-up bag tells the world, to quote Drake, “I’m doing me, I’m doing me.” (http://rockonrubyclothing.com/accessories/make-up-and-beauty/brows-before- bros-make-up-bag.html)
3. What is the secret to scoring swipes on Tinder? This Rudolph suit from OppoSuits (what I like to call the Ugly Christmas Sweater 2.0) would be a great icebreaker, online or in person. (www.opposuits.com/xmas-costume-the- rudolph.html)
4. Or, if that suit is a little extreme, try these festive, miniature ornaments for your beard to get your facial fuzz into the holiday spirit. (www.beardowear.com/collections/accessories/products/beard-baubles)
5. Keep things hot and spicy, no partner required, with this make-your-own hot sauce kit from Grow and Make. (www.growandmake.com/deluxe-hot-sauce- kit#overview)
6. No-shave November has come and gone and it’s finally time to bid farewell to your facial hair. Clean up with this simple, snazzy shave kit from Harry’s. Another reason to feel good about your premium shave: Harry’s donates 1 percent of its sales to charity (its current partner is City Year). (www.harrys.com /products/the-winston-set/engraved)
7. Frustrated with online dating? Pick up Modern Romance, a funny, thoughtful and informative read on dating by stand-up comic and actor Aziz Ansari. It’ll remind you that you’re not the only one trying to find love in today’s new and changing dating scene. (www.amazon.com/Modern-Romance-Aziz-Ansari/dp/1594206279/ ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1449856922&sr=8-1&keywords=modern+romance)
8. Did you recently break up with a long-term significant other? Let people know with this fun and clever shirt from Nylon. (http://shop.nylon. com/collections/clothing/products/dropped-a-new-single-muscle-tank)
9. Selfies often garner a lot shade on social media, but they also can promote confidence and self-love. Give this Tayham card to a friend who carries a selfie stick around like it’s a third arm as a reminder that he or she is – and looks – fantastic. (http://shop.nylon.com/products/love-thy-selfie-card)
10. Put the win in wine in this merlot-inspired statement piece from Bow & Drape. Because sometimes you should let your shirt do all the talking. (www.bowanddrape.com/clothing/The+Boyfriend+Sweatshirt/238_24252_25344_24359|you%20had~me%20at~merlot%5E148%5E104%5E0)
11. As Elle Woods would say, “Exercise gives you endorphins. Endorphins make you happy!” This cheeky water bottle from Dormify is perfect for the fitness fiend. It accommodates every type of workout and doubles as a conversation starter. (www.dormify.com/happy-hour-sports-bottle?utm_source=blog. dormify.com&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=holiday-2015-sororitysister)
12. Embrace your free-spirited, single self and jot down all the places and activities you’ve been putting on the back burner in this bucket list book from kikki.K. As the journal’s cover says: “If not now, then when?” (www.kikki-k.com/bucket-list-journal-minimalist)
13. Tote this sleek and stylish Fossil passport cover as you begin to accomplish those bucket list items. (Great Wall of China, anyone?) (shop.nordstrom.com/s/fossil-gifts-leather-passport-case/4098082?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Camel&resultback=3900)
14. Part appointment calendar, part dream journal, the all-in-one Passion Planner maps out your days, weeks and months, while also encouraging you to prioritize your goals and to maintain a healthy work-life balance. Your future self will thank you. (www.passionplanner.com/)
