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Anonymous wrote:Jewelry. Necklace or earrings, pearl studs, pearl necklace, nice watch if you can afford it.

I wouldn't worry about being "wealthier" -- just give her something nice.

Not every woman likes jewelry. Ask your son. But what is wrong with a nice dinner out once Covid restrictions are lessened?

Dinner is easily forgotten. A graduation gift is meant to commemorate the event (jewelry) or give help to launch into adulthood (cash).

Her boyfriend can take her out for dinner. They may not even enjoy expensive, sophisticated food yet, and her family is probably going to do something like that anyways.

Anonymous wrote:Jewelry. Necklace or earrings, pearl studs, pearl necklace, nice watch if you can afford it.

I wouldn't worry about being "wealthier" -- just give her something nice.

Not every woman likes jewelry. Ask your son. But what is wrong with a nice dinner out once Covid restrictions are lessened?

Anonymous wrote:Quality jewelry to keep it classy, cash to keep it practical.

+1

Quality jewelry to keep it classy, cash to keep it practical.

Anonymous wrote:OP here -- I don't have a budget and I'd happily spend $$ for a Tumi suitcase, but I think it would be too much (since anyone could google it and find out how much it cost). She loves to read. What do people think about a Kindle paper white and an unlimited year long kindle subscription?

Kindles are for old people. Sorry.

Anonymous wrote:These suggestions are all pretty terrible. Tumi? Tiffany? a WATCH? Have you seen anyone under 30 in a watch in the last decade? Our watches are in our pockets and they're called phones

What exactly would you suggest?

The things suggested are more timeless and usually too expensive for young people to buy, thus a good gift. A nice watch is a piece of jewelry. You don't just wear it to tell time. Quality jewelry lasts a lifetime. Luggage wouldn't be on my list, because it's not something you keep forever.

But generally, if you want to give a sentimental gift, it's jewelry. If you want to just give a gift, write her a check.

OP here -- I don't have a budget and I'd happily spend $$ for a Tumi suitcase, but I think it would be too much (since anyone could google it and find out how much it cost). She loves to read. What do people think about a Kindle paper white and an unlimited year long kindle subscription?

Anonymous wrote:These suggestions are all pretty terrible. Tumi? Tiffany? a WATCH? Have you seen anyone under 30 in a watch in the last decade? Our watches are in our pockets and they're called phones

I should have been more specific - these suggestions are terrible in 2021. They are great suggestions for 1995.

These suggestions are all pretty terrible. Tumi? Tiffany? a WATCH? Have you seen anyone under 30 in a watch in the last decade? Our watches are in our pockets and they're called phones

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Anonymous wrote:My son's girlfriend is graduating from their college this month (my son is a year behind) and I'm trying to come up with a thoughtful gift for her. It's pretty serious, so she could be with our family long term. She's a lovely girl but I don't know her really well.

We are taking them on a trip right after graduation, but I'd like something tangible to give her. Any ideas?

Np I would want to choose my own luggage so I wouldnt want that as a gift. Instead a nice dinner out with my boyfriend would be a treat. Have your son get something more romantic.

+1 Pay for your son and her to have dinner and a night out at a very nice restaurant.

I agree with the suggestions for classic jewelry — earrings, necklace or a bracelet. It depends on her field, but I loved getting a Montblanc pen — which, at the time, was what many of my professors had. To me, it was a great symbol. Is there anything that might similarly symbolize her accomplishments?

Anonymous wrote:My mom always gave luggage. Is there a nice carry on luggage that she'd like?

No! This isn’t the 1970s.

(that's a joke in case it wasn't obvious)

Jewelry. Necklace or earrings, pearl studs, pearl necklace, nice watch if you can afford it.

I wouldn't worry about being "wealthier" -- just give her something nice.

If you are leaning toward luggage, Beis is a very popular brand among my DD and her crowd. We got some pieces for her and they were so nice I bought myself a set when they came out with the pink ones!