Each spring, we celebrate the return of backyard barbeque’s, the blossoming of hydrangea’s, and the accomplishments of the thousands upon thousands of spankin-new grads. We all know it’s not exactly smooth sailing out there for our latest diploma holders; but we want to do all we can to ensure the departure from school and foray into the working world is at least a little bit brighter (a little sparkle goes a long way). We’ve surveyed the land in search of all the elements that make up a great grad gift: utility, novelty, and FUN! Here are the unique shops and services we found, sure to be the second best thing your grad receives – next to that hard-earned diploma. And of course, all the shops feature one great gift for the future entreprenesses of Austin – the CRAVE Guidebook!
Barron Image Consulting (11801 Pleasant Panorama View, Ste A)
Every new college grad encounters the same dilemma upon entering the professional workforce: how to make the transition from sweatpants and sneakers to tailored suits and pumps. What better way to get your graduate off on the right well-heeled foot than with an image consulting session from Austin’s trusted expert Cindy Barron. Oh, the places you’ll go, in that perfect pair of trousers!
barronimageconsulting.com
Holiday Golightly (online)
If your graduate is like most, chances are the only places they have been able to experience in the past few months are their tiny studio apartment, the library, and their student cafeteria! A post-graduation getaway is definitely in order, and this Austin agency is the way to go with dozens of package deals pre-planned so that the only thing she’ll need to think about is which bikini to pack.
holidaygolightly.com
Paper Place (4001 N Lamar, Ste 540)
Once the commencement parties have ended, and the caps have been tossed, a graduate will need a way to stay in touch with her wide circle of friends and professors. Sure, she’s got Facebook but a handwritten note says a lot more these days. Personalized stationery might be the ideal gift for your technologically-overworked grad which you’ll find in droves at Paper Place, along with photo frames, albums, and other gifts to commemorate the occasion.
paperplaceaustin.invitations.com
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