It has long been known that one of the worst gifts you could ever receive as a mother, wife, etc., is a Vacuum Cleaner. That being said, some of us would secretly covet a new Vacuum. On that basis, I have compiled a gift guide called “The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her – That She Will Secretly Love”. Which features 20 of the “Worst yet Best Gifts” you could actually ever want to receive!
Having just completed the “Ultimate Gift Guides for Teenage Girls”. If I’m brutally honest, I’m really procrastinating before embarking on a Gift Guide for males/teens/boys (it really is more difficult and unexciting than one thinks). Plus, the following Teenage Girl Gift Guides actually included several things that I covet myself;
However, I recently came across the saying, “One minute, you are Young and Cool. And the next minute, you are getting excited about a new vacuum. There is no in-between!” This led me to think about how much I want a Robot Vacuum for Christmas and then about other notoriously “Worst Gifts” that you would secretly love to receive! And the next minute, I’ve sidetracked to “The Ultimate Gift Guide of The Best of The Worst Gifts for Her – That She Will Secretly Love”
Or if your Christmas Stocking is almost non-existent like mine! This list could also be considered a Self-Gift Gift Guide! (If all else fails, it may be something to look for at the Boxing Day Sales).
I hope that you enjoy and find some inspiration with my “The Best of The Worst Gifts for Her (that she will secretly love)!” or, as I like to call them, “The Gifts that Keep on Giving!”
Paula x
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THE BEST OF THE “WORST” GIFTS FOR HER
1.
The Vacuum Cleaner Gift
1.
THE PERFECT VACUUM GIFT
Dyson V11 Absolute Vacuum – About
Dyson’s most powerful, intelligent, cord-free vacuum. I was sceptical about the claim that it performed better than corded models (I’ve owned a few). However, notwithstanding the relatively high price, after friends’ recommendations and reading reviews, I decided to purchase.
It’s the most convenient and powerful vacuum cleaner I have ever owned. I’m constantly amazed (and potentially slightly horrified) at how much it picks up. It is one of the best purchases I have ever made.
The Ultimate Robot Vacuum Gift
iRobot Roomba i7+ Vacuum Cleaning Robot – About
If you love clean floors, loathe vacuuming or are just too busy.
Depending on the size of their home, a robot vacuum can save anywhere from minutes to hours of your time every week by taking care of a pretty thankless chore.
The iRobot Roomba i7+ is the first robot vacuum that can actually empty itself. It responds to voice commands and, paired with the app, maps out your home!
It’s not the cheapest on the market but is often voted one of the best Hi-Tech and Hands-Free robot vacuums and also comes with rave reviews.
One of “The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her (that she will secretly love)!”
The Best of the Rest -iRobot Roombas Gift
iRobot Roomba Vacuum – About
Fortunately, there are robot vacuum models for every budget and level of tech expertise.
The iRobot Roomba 690 is a budget-friendly robot vacuum with good cleaning performance, connectivity, and voice control (without the self-emptying function). Often voted the Best Budget Roomba, so if you are looking for one that will not break the bank!
However, the iRobot Roomba 960 has a more powerful motor, efficient navigation, and better overall performance. It also comes with a significantly higher price tag. The iRobot Roomba 960 is often considered “the Best All-Rounder Roomba“.
The Budget Robot Vacuum
Ecovacs DEEBOT N79T Robotic Vacuum – About
Fortunately, there honestly are robot vacuum models for every budget.
The Ecovacs DEEBOT N79T Robotic Vacuum offers unbelievable prices for powerful cleaning, app control, and Alexa voice command support.
Often voted the best for the “Most Features for the Price” and “Best Budget Robot Vacuum”.
A great budget-level “Gift that Keeps on Giving!”
The Cordless Window Cleaner Vacuum Gift
Karcher WV 2 Premium Window Vac – About
The Kärcher battery-powered Window Vac simplifies cleaning and saves considerable time and effort.
A good friend received one of these as a Mother’s Day gift. After the initial comments of “OMG Really!”…I then quietly considered how much I’d actually love one.
I purchased it and love it! It is particularly useful for a quick clean if you have a dog scratching at windows or amazing for an entire clean.
2. The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her – The Iron
“Don’t you just love those 12 seconds when all of the laundry is done?”
“Have you ever looked at the last few loads of ironing and considered just throwing them away?”
The Ultimate Iron Gift
Philips PerfectCare Aqua Pro Steam Generator Iron – About
Firstly on the prerequisite that you actually do ironing? If you do…then a Steam Generator Iron is an absolute life-changer.
Ironing large piles of laundry is a time-consuming task that is almost as tedious and thankless as unloading the dishwasher/making lunches/making dinner (ok, I’ll stop).
If you iron, there is a way to make life much easier, called a “Steam Generator Iron”. Honestly, with one push of a button, no pressure is required; it just glides, removes creases, and it literally cuts ironing time in half!
I’ve had a few different Steam Generators over the years. But Phillip’s PerfectCare models have OptimalTEMP technology. This means you can iron jeans and switch straight to silk without changing the temperature setting. It’s honestly AMAZING!
I have owned several steam generators over the years and could probably go into “sales” for Philip’s PerfectCare Steam Generator Iron. They are seriously impressive, and you would never again use a standard iron (despite the price tag).
Definitely, one of “The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her (that she will secretly love)!” or “The Gift that Keeps on Giving!”
3. The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her – The Kitchen Appliance
The Iconic Retro Mixer Gift
KitchenAid Artisan Tilt-Head Stand Mixer – About
Purchasing a Mixer is a big decision and potentially one of your most significant kitchen countertop appliance investments.
However, if you want one that looks awesome in your kitchen, then it’s honestly hard to beat a KitchenAid Mixer!
It exudes style and quality (and price) and also has an iconic retro design.
I have featured the Copper. However, it is also available in a massive 45 colours in the USA. The colours do vary by region. But there is, without a doubt, one that will suit your countertop.
Best and most stylish gift ever!
The Retro Kitchen Appliances Gift
Smeg 50’s Style Retro Series – About
You can obviously go for the entire KitchenAid route with their retro Toaster and Kettle.
However, I absolutely love this Smeg Retro Series. Adding a classic, retro and elegant vibe to any kitchen.
I have featured the Black. However, they are also available in Stainless Steel, White, Cream, Pastel Pink, Blue & Green.
Without a doubt one that will suit your countertop. Definitely, one of “The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her (that she will secretly love)!” or “The Gift that Keeps on Giving!”
A Statement Sparkling Water Maker
Aarke II Soda Carbonator – About
“Aarke Sparkling Water Maker. Home Carbonation. Making sparkling water at home has never been this elegant.“
This is the world’s first sparkling water maker designed with a complete stainless steel enclosure.
I have featured the Copper. However, it is also available in Matte Black, Brass, Steel and White.
This machine will look stunning for years to come on your kitchen counter.
A gift that everyone else will use but you get to admire daily. “The Gift that Keeps on Giving!”
4. The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her – The Hair Assistant Gift
The Cult Hair Towel Gift
Aquis – Original Hair Towel – About
The Aquis cult-favourite hair towels can cut drying time in half, and there’s less damage to wet hair while it dries.
One can’t really get past the “cuts drying time in half!”
Rave reviews and another of the “The Gifts that Keep on Giving!”
The Ultimate Hair Straightener Gift
GHD Platinum+ styler
The ultimate accessory for avoiding any “Monica Moments” if you want straight or styled locks.
The platinum+ styler has a thick barrel when clamped together, which means it’s ideal for curling, as the irons give a loose, bouncy ringlet.
A must-have addition to my “The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her (that she will secretly love)!” or “The Gift that Keeps on Giving!”
The Ultimate Hair Dryer and Styler
DYSON Airwrap Styler – About
The Dyson Airwrap™ Styler combines powerful airflow with controlled heat to dry and style your hair from damp – with no extreme heat.
Whilst the Dyson Airwrap™ Styler appears to be the Rolls Royce of options. There is no doubt Hot Air Brushes are all the rage;
A Hot Air Brush is a device that includes a blow dryer and a round hairbrush. It is designed to help you dry and style your hair simultaneously.
Other more budget-friendly options include;
Definitely, one of “The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her (that she will secretly love)!” or “The Gift that Keeps on Giving!”
5. The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her – The Anti-Aging Gift
The Facial Cleansing & Firming Massager Gift
LUNA 3 – Facial Cleansing & Firming Massage – About
While Alexa may not actually remove your makeup, the Foreo Luna 3 certainly will.
“LUNA 3 is the ultimate addition to your cleansing ritual. Featuring upgraded T-Sonic™ pulsations at 16 different intensities, LUNA 3 blasts away dirt, oil and makeup residue in only one minute. With an improved design that offers longer and softer silicone touchpoints and app-connected firming massage routines – LUNA 3 is the best way to get the youthful glow you’ve always dreamed of.”
An ultra-soft, hygienic silicone facial cleanser that leaves you with younger-looking skin in a flash.
It’s a cult favourite with all the promises of youthful glow and younger-looking skin….who wouldn’t want one?
The Silk Beauty Pillowcase Gift
Slip for Beauty Sleep – About
The Beauty Secret of Celebrity Hairstylists, Dermatologists, Beauty Experts and even a Supermodel or Two™
“Slip” the brand developed its own proprietary silk blend that is gentler on facial skin (no more sleep creases), less absorbent than cotton (so your night cream stays put) and leaves your hair smoother too.
Check out how they are celebrity famous! And what beauty experts have to say about the Slip silk pillowcases.
Anti Aging, Anti Sleep Crease, Anti Bed Head!..what more could you ask for?
Definitely, one of “The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her (that she will secretly love)!” or “The Gift that Keeps on Giving!”
6. The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her – The Alexa Personal Assistant
The Personal Assistant Gift
Amazon Echo Show 5 – About
While Alexa may not remove your makeup like the Foreo Luna 3 above.
Amazon’s Echo Show 5 is the company’s newest, smallest and least expensive Smart display.
The Echo Show 5 can actually show you how to do things instead of just telling you!
If you have been living under a rock and don’t have an Amazon Alexa, you need to get one! Aside from the obvious that the Amazon Show 5 is a pretty cute alarm clock, you can watch or listen to music videos, enjoy hands-free face-to-face calling, and more!
I like to think of my Amazon Alexa show as my personal assistant; examples of my daily instructions would include;
Alexa, add “xxx” to the shopping list.
Alexa, remind me to…
Alexa, how do you spell “xxx“?
Alexa, what’s $75USD in NZD? and other calculations or conversions
Alexa play Spotify
Alexa set a timer for…
Alexa, how do you make “xxx”? It will show you a step-by-step video slideshow.
The options are endless, like having your own personal assistant in your home. I’m a huge fan, it’s so refreshing when you ask someone in your home to do something, and it’s done immediately and really pleasantly! Absolutely “The Gift that Keeps on Giving!”
7. The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her – The Failing Eyesight Reminder
The Funky “Readers” Eye Glasses Gift
It eventually sneaks up on us all, and then there are the months of denial. Holding menus and papers at an increasing difference and blaming poor light!
Often all one needs in the first instance is a pair of Readers. When did you last find a fashionable, beautifully-made reader at a reasonable price? (yes, those readers in the local pharmacy are fairly mundane).
Check out the selection of trendy and fashionable readers from the following companies. Several are also offering “Reader” Blue-light versions to reduce the effects of screen time and also Sunglass Readers.
Privé Revaux
Privé Revaux – “Designer sunglasses and eyeglasses that everyone can afford and flaunt proudly”.
Privé Revaux is an affordable, celebrity eyewear brand. Their Blue-Light Blocking Reader range is gorgeous and comes in +1.00 to +3.00.
My personal favourite is the Alchemist Blue Light Blocker.
Look Optic
Look Optic – “Look Optic is here to help make wearing readers a fun, fashionable and fearless experience – wherever you need to read the fine print.”
Look Optic essentially offers five stunning designs in various gorgeous colours, including Readers, Blue-light readers and the perfect Sun Reader.
However, my favourite is the Blue Light Laurel, and I need a pair of Laurel Sun Readers.
Daily Eyewear
Daily Eyewear – “New Zealand designed reading glasses for Men and Women. Fashionable styles available in unique colours.”
Available in Reading Glasses, Blue Light Blockers, and Sun-Reading Glasses.
My favourite would be the “10 am Clear“; unfortunately, the 10 am doesn’t currently come in the Blue-light range.
The Book Club
The Book Club – “Well-designed ready-optic glasses for the style-savvy and sight-assisted lovers out there. We like things. You like things. Let’s talk”.
The Book Club – designs trendy, stylish glasses for reading and blue-light prevention. Plus, they are made from recyclable and BPA-free plastic for lightweight comfort.
Available on their website and several key suppliers, e.g. Amazon, Nordstrom, Shopbop and Neiman Marcus.
They have tons of trendy styles. However, my personal favourite is the Duh Bleach.
Trelise Cooper
Trelise Cooper -Whilst not strictly an eyewear company, the New Zealand fashion icon Trelise Cooper, produces a gorgeous range of funky contemporary Eye-wear Readers.
Check out the entire range here.
Definitely, one of “The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her (that she will secretly love)!” or “The Gift that Keeps on Giving!”
8. The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her – The Hair Removal Gift
“Remember, we have a deal. If we are ever in a lengthy coma, the other will visit weekly to remove unwanted facial hair. I’m not waking up with a full-on beard!”
The Hair Removal Epilator Gift
Braun Silk-Epil 9 Epilator with SensoSmart
Me at 15; Why is that lady not doing anything about those random hairs on her chin?
Me Now; OMG, the innocence of youth!
I’m not sure why I didn’t own one of these earlier in my life!
It saves time and money! The ultimate convenience for hair removal. No appointments, waiting, mixing wax mixtures or buying products.
This one even has a facial attachment; nothing more needs to be said!
nb “Braun Silk-épil 9 SkinSpa Epilators” vary by country/region.
9. The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her – The Dreaded “Slippers”
The UGG Slipper Gift
UGG Fluff Yeah – About
Soft from the inside out, the UGG Fluff Yeah slide combines a slipper and a sandal into one statement shoe —what could be better?
I featured these in The Ultimate Gift Guide for Teenage Girls in 2019. But I think they are very stylish and trendy for any age!
The Sheepskin Slipper Gift
EMU Australia Mayberry – About
Who said slippers need to be boring? These add a touch of luxury to the everyday.
Made to be worn inside and outside. Made with 100% real Australian sheepskin.
They come in a range of ten colours, with timeless classics such as black.
The Soft Plush Slipper
Halluci – Cross Band Soft Plush Slippers
A huge favourite of influencers and bloggers, e.g. @thesuestylefile
A budget-friendly version and very cute!
That concludes “The Best of The Worst Gifts to Give Her (that she will secretly love)!” or as I like to call them, “The Gifts that Keep on Giving!”
Happy Shopping and Happy Festive Season!
Paula x
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