By: Maddie Pierce
It's the most wonderful time of the year… well not quite yet, but the holidays will be here before you know it! The holidays are such a joyous occasion but sometimes buying gifts for the ones you love can be expensive. That’s why going Black Friday shopping is a great way to save some money while also getting the best gifts. The mall is usually the most ideal place to shop when looking for gifts since there are so many options in one spot. If you live to the north of Boston like me, my favorite malls are the Burlington Mall in Burlington, MA or there is a new strip mall across from the Rockingham Mall in Salem, NH. Most stores usually do Black Friday sales that are a decent amount off of full price but also getting coupons online before heading out isn’t a bad idea either.
If you’re looking for ideas of what to get for Black Friday gifts, these are the top 5 gifts of the season this year and how much they go for.
The first item is a Nintendo Switch. This item is very popular with kids, but if you would like to express your inner child and bring back the old days of when you were a kid, get one for yourself. You can usually find them at local stores like Target or Walmart or even a GameStop if there is still one open around you. Currently, at GameStop, Target, and Walmart, a Nintendo Switch is going for about $300-$400 depending on what version you would like to get.
The next most popular item for Black Friday shopping is Apple Airpod Pros. These can be bought in many different places but since they are made by Apple, the primary place to get them is at an Apple store. If you were to buy them from Apple, the price would be around $250. If you have a budget and are concerned about pricing but don’t care about the brand name, there are cheaper alternatives at places like Target and Walmart where you can get quality headphones for less than $100.
The third must-have gift of the season is an Apple Watch. Apple watches are very useful for when you are on the go and want to be in touch with your phone but hate carrying it around everywhere or occasionally lose it from time to time. Apple Watches can help to track your fitness while also providing you with your texts and phone calls. Again, Apple Watches are primarily made by Apple, so if you were to buy it from them, it could range from $200-$400 depending on the version.
The fourth most popular gift for this holiday season is a PS5. Again, bringing out your inner child or just love playing video games, PS5’s are a great option for a person who enjoys staying in and playing video games. A PS5 is on the pricier side, so make sure you really love this person you’re getting this gift for before you give it to them. This item can be found at Walmart or Target or GameStop and will most likely be a little over $1,000. If this is too out of your budget, I’m sure a PS4 is just as nice since it is truly the thought that counts!
The final lovely gift of the season is Pandora jewelry. Ladies and gentlemen, never underestimate a piece of jewelry because it can make your outfit go from good to glamorous in 0.2 seconds. Pandora is a lovely gesture to get your significant other. Everything in Pandora is going to vary in price but if you are looking to buy from there, be prepared to spend more than $50.
All these gifts are great and I’m sure they will be appreciated by whomever you give them to, but these gifts will definitely test how deep your wallet is, so if it isn’t in your budget, don’t freight. Anything that has a little sentimental value in it will hopefully be loved by whoever you give it to, and if they can’t see the effort you put in the gift, take it from them to keep for yourself. Make sure you are getting recognized for your hard work and remember the holidays are supposed to be a happy joyous occasion. Good luck shopping and Happy Holidays!
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https://www.target.com/c/target-black-friday/-/N-5q0f2