BY SAMANTHA CREENCIA

Are you one of them?

Oh, what a lovely time to give and receive gifts! Since the holidays are around the corner, it is reasonable to start listing the things you want to give to your family and friends (or what you want them to give you). It may be a dreadful task, but the varying options of gifts you can buy conveniently buy online will help ease the burden.

Clothes and accessories are nice, but there is a different kind of excitement when opening a present that you can put on your table or use every morning before you go to the office — especially when we’ve reached an age above our mid-twenties. Whether we like it or not, loving practical gifts scream that some of us are now becoming “Titas of Manila”. Not that it’s a bad thing. That just means we can now spoil our mares and loved ones with useful gifts that make their everyday lives a little happier. With cute yet elegant home appliances and decors, their houses can just be beautiful as they are.

Home buddies they are, in this stylish furnish they will become a star.

An auntie or not, believe me, these home essential gift ideas will surely excite you to be one!

Coffee Makers & Espresso Machines

Watching the barista behind a cafe’s massive espresso machine is a head-turner for sure, but making your own coffee at home is such a rewarding experience. Bring this experience to your millennial friends who love having a cup or two before they head out with a top-notch coffee maker.

Are they just staying home? No worries! That’s the beauty of this home finds — a great cuppa even in the comfort of your own home. If you want a gift that would let them explore their coffee journey each day, this is the perfect present to give.

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Scented Candles

It is so calming to light a scented candle and bask in its tiny glow. From coffee and vanilla to ocean and forest, and to any other scent that you can think of, there’s bound to be a candle for it.

It is a perfect gift idea for those who love serene vibes, even if you are in a tiny room in the city. After a long day, scented candles can give your millennial Tita that “spa” feeling at home.

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Stylish Mirrors

Mirror, mirror, on the wall! These home decor now come in various shapes and sizes that are definitely eye-catching. Mirrors, however, are a simple yet effective way to fill empty spaces and make a room look bigger than it really is. Besides their functionality, mirrors are great art pieces to use as statement home essentials.

Great for on-the-go gals, these mirrors can be placed by your vanity or at the doorway. Find stylish mirrors that compliment whatever personality your Tita of Manila may have.

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Air Purifiers & Humidifiers

Oh, what a pleasant feeling it is to breathe in the fresh air. Perhaps you miss the natural air from beaches and provinces. Do not worry as air purifiers and humidifiers ease that longing. For the people who like to have that relief in their own homes, these products get the job done. Among the cute designs available, humidifiers possess a lot of healthy benefits. Since we are entering adulthood, the stage where fatigue and colds are common, these lessen the struggle of breathing and having dry sinuses or lips. Gift your auntie this humidifier and she will surely love every breath of you.

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Coasters

Who doesn’t get irritated by wet tables caused by moistening cups? That’s why coasters are everyone’s best friends. Millennial Titas of Manila often drink iced coffee or milk tea, thus this can be very handy. This avoids leakage and prevents your important papers or laptop from being wet as well.

Coasters vary in design, materials, and sizes; just find a perfect piece your receiver would love, and you would be heaven-sent. These are simple and tiny gifts but would make a lot of difference in keeping their own houses clean.

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Pots & Pans

Especially perfect for millennials who have just taken the leap to live on their own, cookware such as pots and pans can be much appreciated — especially if they come in cute colors! Plus, finding cookware with stick-free coating means that cleaning up won’t be a bother.

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Wine Glasses & Drinkware

Are Titas of Manila really Titas of Manila if they don’t have their own set of wine glasses? Gift your loved one wine glasses and cocktail glasses perfect for brunches, dinners, and after-work get-togethers at their place. If they’ve had a rough day, at least they know they have your drinkware to have their backs.

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What are you waiting for? These holiday gift ideas are there for you to also explore. Drop the ordinary things and have an adventure with your gifts!