With Christmas fast approaching, are you wondering what to put under the tree for your friends and family and struggling to think of something they will appreciate and need? If so, you are not alone. No one likes buying something for a loved one for it to be discarded or unwanted, which is why the trend of practical gift-giving is growing, and present ideas in 2022 are becoming increasingly less materialistic!

Online retail shops may be full of practical gift ideas, but more often than not, these devices will amount to more dust-collecting clutter amassing in homes. Many gifting gurus believe that the key to buying the best gift is buying your loved one something they need but do not know they need – something that will bring a sense of relief when they unwrap it.

A mobile detailing gift voucher for a car or motorcycle with VIP Car Care Central Coast could be the perfect gift that your loved one never knew they needed. Cars and motorcycles should be detailed every 6 – 12 months - depending on use. However, most vehicle owners fail to keep up with getting their cars and bikes detailed, which could lead to racking up additional costs further down the sandy Central Coast roads!

The Three Top Benefits of Practical Gift-Giving in 2022

1. Your Gift Won’t End Up in an Op Shop or Landfill

After Christmas in 2021, a study revealed that one in ten Australians threw one or more of their presents in the bin. That is the equivalent of 1.6 million gifts contributing to landfill, which also shows the environmental cost of unwanted Christmas gifts. However, the survey did not account for the number of Australians who take their unwanted Christmas gifts to the op shop. With practical gifts, there is a far greater chance that the present will be put to the use it was intended.

2. Minimalism is on the Rise

Consumerism has seen its boom; now, more Australians are bringing minimalism into their lives and being more aware of what they are bringing into their homes. While not everyone on your Christmas list will be a Marie Kondo fan, you can rest assured that the majority won’t want to keep hold of a Christmas gift idea they don’t want or need. Practical gifts don’t have to take up space; instead, they can make your loved ones' lives easier.

3. Your Gift Will Be Put to Use and Help A Loved One With Living Expenses

The cost of mortgages, rent, water, power, food, and fuel are rising across the board in Australia. Since Christmas 2021, there has been a 7.3% rise in inflation. Additionally, reports have shown that over a quarter of Australians are struggling with their day-to-day finances.

By Keeping your Christmas gift ideas practical, you will get the pleasure of knowing that you are helping your friends and family out with their living expenses, as well as giving them back time that they can spend with their family instead of in the driveway cleaning the car.

'Tis the Season' to show your loved ones what matters to them

Gift-giving is one of the five love languages for good reason. It not only makes you feel happier but by giving practical gifts it reflects personal aspects of you and the connection you share with the recipient.  practical gift-giving can go beyond the gift itself to become an experience.

If you think giving your loved one or friend the gift of mobile car detailing or mobile motorcycle detailing is a great idea this Christmas and you know it is something they will love, then get in touch with John and organise a Christmas Gift Voucher today!