An aunt – whether related or a mother figure – will always have your back. She is a special friend, a confidante, and, most importantly, a role model for you. She is the source of unconditional love. So, if you’re looking for a gift for your aunt, it better be exceptional!
Some aunts, on the other hand, can be difficult to shop for, especially if they have everything they ever needed. It gets even tougher when they decide to swear by minimalism and say no to more material stuff.
So, how do you get that special gift for such an aunt without duplicating what she already has? How do you avoid upsetting her by giving her yet another present that you think is unique but might go against her minimalist lifestyle?
Here are a few of the best suggestions:
1. Netflix Gift Card
This is the era of video streaming services. If you haven’t heard of Netflix, you must be living under a rock. If you’re a subscriber, use a Netflix gift to pay for your aunt’s subscription, too. Share the fun and bond over ad-free movies and popcorn!
Of course, Netflix is only a suggestion here. You can also pick other streaming services such as Disney+, Amazon Prime, and Hulu. And why just movies? You can gift subscriptions to music streaming services such as Spotify and audiobook services such as Audible, too.
Whatever floats your boat. And your aunt’s.
2. Smart Speaker
“Alexa! Play Aunt Dora’s Love Soul Shack by Arthur Conley.” Wouldn’t it be cool to say this in front of your aunt? But what about when you’re not together? Purchase a smart speaker for yourself and one for your aunt. Share your favorite songs with her when you’re apart.
Your aunt will be able to use it to play music, listen to daily news, turn her house into a smart home, order products, and do other things. Make smart technology available to her. We’re guessing not every aunt has it, even if she does have a lot of other things.
3. Whiskey River Soap Co’s Soap for Old Souls
Soap as a gift is not unusual. However, it is a necessary item for maintaining personal hygiene. Your minimalist aunt might be offended if you buy her ordinary soaps. But Whiskey River Soap Co’s Soap for Old Souls might strike a chord with her.
It “smells like maybe you’re just plain old.” On the inside, that is! Its back reads “you’re not old, you’re wise! Ish. You’re wise-ish. But now. You’re old.” Isn’t it hilarious?
This soap scented with seltzer water is an ideal gift for the aunt who has everything.
4. Personal Genetic Testing Kit
Health checkups are commonplace. But what if the test also allows you to decode your family tree? Wouldn’t it be exciting for your auntie? Give her a saliva-based personal genetic testing kit. No needles. No pain.
Such kits aid in not only determining one’s ancestry and lineage but also in determining one’s health risks and life expectancy. To keep diseases at bay, your aunt will be able to modify her diet and physical activities.
What could be a better present to celebrate your quasi-parental relationship?
5. Flight Ticket
Gift your aunt a flight ticket to her dream destination. We’re sure all aunts fantasize about that place they haven’t been able to visit yet. Nothing beats receiving a ticket from someone she cares about.
If she doesn’t need material things and believes in the value of experiences, this is a gift she will truly appreciate. So, talk to your aunt about that special place she hasn’t visited yet, and buy her a ticket right away!
It’s a million times better than the coffee mug you gave her for Christmas last year or that sweater you bought at the next-door mall.
