As the holidays approach, wish lists are beginning to form. Keep in mind that Christmas (Hanukkah, Kwanzaa) are that one time of year you can stock up on necessary every-day things that once January comes along you and your parents aren’t willing to spend lots of money on. As cool as the newest iPhone is or the brand new designer bag, these daily things are a must-add to your list that you will thank yourself for asking for after the holidays are over. Practical gifts that keep on giving throughout the year.

1. Tooth brush: ISSA by FOREO  

This unique tooth brush will keep your mouth clean and

your teeth whitened. It is clearly not the cheap drugstore brand with a price tag of 199$. By investing in a more expensive innovative toothbrush technology you will be purchasing not only dental peace of mind but sparkling teeth. Your dazzling smile will thank you throughout the year.

2. Music: Spotify Premium

If you are someone who listens to music when you eat, do homework, sleep, shower, or workout – music is constantly playing in every aspect of your life. So why not ask for a Spotify Account? Spotify Premium is the simple solution to the endless struggle of advertisements and shuffling. Unlike buying each individual song, a premium membership to Spotify gives one key to the music world – any song, anytime, no shuffling required and no interruptions. Plus, this stocking stuffer is an affordable 5.99$ a month.  So for an annual fee of $72 you can be the DJ of your own soundtrack.

3. Earbuds: Bose Sound Sport

Another gift for music lovers that will be a guaranteed blessing every-day of the year. They come in handy at school, home, and at the gym, so getting a more expensive high-quality would be beneficial to you and your ears.  These form fitting earbuds have a striking design and come in a variety of colors not just the boring and all too common white.

4. Water Bottle: Camelbak Eddy

How many times have your heard“Drink more water”? It benefits your skin, weight, and energy level. Reusable water bottles are better for the planet than plastic water bottles that are not biodegradable and pollute our landfills. The Eddy Camelbak water bottle can be used every-day and is a great affordable gift of 15$ that you are guaranteed to thank yourself for throughout in the year.

5. Phone case: Mophie

Phones batteries die very quickly, but the search for a charger, and a place to plug it in is eliminated with a Mophie case. If you are like me, you have your phone with you 24/7, so asking for a Mophie case is life-saving year around. Even though it is on the expensive side of phone cases being around 100$, it will come in handy all the time. Never be left without battery life again.