Joint Christmas Presents For Parents
Shopping for Christmas presents for parents is no easy feat.
Hmm… what to get parents for Christmas?
What more could they want when they’ve already got a gem of a child? Okay, okay, we can’t get out of buying them a gift yet again, but really, what do you even get for your parents?
They deserve everything, but we all know a student budget doesn’t stretch far enough even for a Tesco’s finest microwave meal. To make it a little bit easier on your wallet and your sanity, joint presents for parents might be the way to go this Christmas.
The idea of joint Christmas presents for your parents might seem harder due to their different personalities, but it can be easier than you think. And, while your budget is limited, you can get away with spending a little more on a joint present, instead of buying two separate ones that will likely erase most of your money.
Two birds with one stone, easy.
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Best joint presents for parents this Christmas
Shopping for joint presents for parents can be as time-consuming as a uni assignment, so we’ve made it easier by picking out some Christmas gift ideas for your parents that they’ll both hopefully love.
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Coffee machine
If your parents love coffee, a decent little coffee machine can be a great joint Christmas present.
This Nespresso Vertuo Pop Coffee Pod Machine from John Lewis ticks all the boxes.
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Wine rack
Parents and wine go hand-in-hand like a student and their bed. Whether your parents drink wine or prefer softer drinks, a wine rack is a great practical gift.
We love this gold freestanding wine rack from Oliver Bonas — sleek and stylish.
Use our Oliver Bonas student discount for 10% off.
Smart doorbell
Safety is everything. Our parents kept up safe, now it’s our duty to protect them. More practical than anything, getting your parents a smart doorbell will show them how mature and thoughtful you are.
A Ring Video doorbell is perfect, thanks to its wireless power and motion detector.
Airfryer
Now that you’ve flown the nest, your parents probably won’t be cooking as much food, so why run up the electricity bill using an oven? An airfryer is a great alternative to using an oven, especially for a smaller number of people.
Delivering the same taste and quality, an airfryer will make your parents’ lives that little bit cheaper and more convenient.
This Instant Vortex Plus ClearCook airfryer from John Lewis is compact but doesn’t skimp on the tech.
Dressing gowns
Christmas is the perfect time of year to gift people warm, snuggly bed and loungewear. If you’re thinking of joint presents for parents, matching dressing gowns is a super cute idea that your parents will love.
The White Company has a unisex organic cotton doubled-faced waffle robe that oozes luxury but without the luxury price tag. Buy 2 so your parents can twin, or buy just the 1 and hope they can share…
Keep an eye out for The White Company student discounts.
Wall art
Your family home is probably littered with family pics, childhood drawings and to-do lists, but maybe it’s time for your parents to invest in some art to really bring their personalities to the home.
Desenio has a range of different prints to suit parents of all tastes. If they’re a fan of coffee, this Good Morning Dive print is lighthearted and adds something a little different to the space.
This Monkey Business print is also a winner; we’re sure your dad will love this one.
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Electric diffuser
A nice smelling home is one of life’s most simple pleasures. Christmas presents for parents means thinking about what they don’t have that they probably won’t ever treat themselves with.
In comes the electric diffuser. A necessity? Not really. A fantastic gift? Absolutely.
This tortoiseshell glass electronic diffuser from Dunelm will look right at home in almost any place, and the smell will be a constant reminder to your parents that they have a wonderful kid who loves them. Aww, cute.
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Luxury Christmas gifts for parents
When you’re wondering what to get parents for Christmas, you might not think of luxury — especially when you’re a student struggling with your maintenance loan.
Luckily for your parents, there are plenty of luxury Christmas gifts for parents that won’t break the bank. Plus, you might be able to grab a student discount if you’re signed up to Student Beans, which can help you save even more money.
We’ve got luxury Christmas gifts for parents that are worth a little more than a handmade photo frame, but equally as special.
Bedding
Bedding is a fantastic joint Christmas present for your parents.
Give them both the night’s sleep they deserve and treat them to this soft and silky satin 400-thread count duvet cover set from John Lewis.
Hotel stay
You might not be able to fork out on a luxury trip for your parents’ joint present, but you might be able to stretch to a gift card for a hotel stay.
Hotel Gift allows you to select a gift card of any amount, and have it as a physical gift or a PDF/eGift (printing paper is pricey).
The gift card can be used with over 750,000 hotels, so your parents can use it almost anywhere in the UK. A great luxury Christmas gift for parents where you can set the price.
Unisex perfume/cologne
Perfume is one of the most luxurious Christmas gifts you can get your parents. And great news, you don’t have to buy 2 lots to suit either parent, you can do a joint Christmas gift instead.
Unisex perfumes are more common than you realise, and Heliotrope Etro is the perfect balance of soft, powdery freshness and bitter notes of almond, to hopefully suit both of the ‘rents.
Use our The Fragrance Shop student discounts for great savings and deals.
Sleepy box
Parents love to sleep almost as much as students in their 9am lecture, but after raising you for 18+ years, they probably haven’t had a decent night’s rest.
NEOM’s best-sleepy-sellers box has everything you need for a perfect night of rest. The box includes essential oil, a scented candle, bath foam, and a pillow mist to help your parents catch those zzzs.
In fact, get one for us too, please.
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Don’t have much of your student budget left? We’ve got what to do if you can’t afford Christmas gifts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do you give first time parents?
Has your bestie just welcomed a little baby? Or maybe your siblings are expanding their herd? Whoever it is in your life, being a new parent is scary and exciting. If you’re after a gift for first time parents, it’s always a good idea to buy stuff for the baby, but don’t forget giving the parents some much-needed TLC.
Here are some gift ideas for the baby and new parents:
- Baby monitor
- Snack subscription box
- Reusable nappy bundle
- Spa day voucher
- Portable baby organiser caddy
Gift ideas for in-laws
Having in-laws is tricky, especially when an occasion calls for buying them a gift. Not only are you buying gifts for your own parents, but the new ones in your life, too! Remember, its the thought that counts, but in-laws can be particularly fussy.
Here are some gift ideas for your in laws that you can’t really go wrong with (we hope!):
If you don’t have much to spend on the in-laws, check out our cheap Christmas gift ideas for a student budget.
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