I’m slightly offended by the notion, even put forth by our own publication, that “men are the worst gift-givers.” Sure, sometimes we can miss the mark on the holidays, but that’s just because there’s so much pressure on us to deliver that perfect gift. But you girls get to transfer all the attention off your own gifts for us by getting us to worry about what we’ve got for you. I think it’s only fair that you all try just as hard. Of course, I realize that won’t always happen. So instead, for some last minute ideas that are also on the card, here are some decent choices from the bookstore.
Rock Band
At first, the notion of buying video games for your boyfriend might seem like a horrible idea — he should be focusing his attention on you, right? Therein lies the beauty of Rock Band: If you not only buy him it but also offer to play with him (and actually do it), you will instantly be an amazing girlfriend. You can spend time together doing something he likes — which you can later parlay into doing something you like. Plus, Rock Band 2 just came out, which is totally awesome.
Fossil watch
Every guy should have a good-looking watch. Whether your guy has one or not, he can always use another one — look for the different colored faces and band patterns from what he already has. As an added bonus, he’ll think of you every time he wears it (if you want to believe that). Or, you can suggest he wear his new classy accessory when he takes you out for a nice Christmas dinner.
Vanderbilt briefcase or bag
For those older guys, having a nice-looking briefcase would be a nice addition to the standard interview wardrobe. Not only does it seem better to pull a resume out of a leather case, but for those off-campus interviews it flashes the Vandy name once more. For the younger guys, you can get your boyfriend to stop carrying around that ratty old backpack by getting him a new bag to take to class.
Sunglasses
Believe it or not, there is a small sunglass display in the upstairs portion of the bookstore. Sunny days still occur during the wintertime, and you can prep your boy with a pair of fratty sunglasses. Pair it with Croakies if you like that sort of thing, or leave them off. Either way, you can get a good-looking pair of sunglasses to protect his eyes AND keep him looking only at you.
Vanderbilt clothes
There’s a plethora of options for clothes in the bookstore. A new hoodie, a hat or a Vandy tie are all decent options, but you can also take this opportunity to branch out with his wardrobe. You know the strategy: If you get him something and then tell him he looks really good in it, he’ll be more inclined to wear it. In a way, it’s a gift for you too … right?
