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Graduating from university is the beginning of a new chapter, when priorities shift from scraping by on student discounts to slowly building a life that feels a little more grown-up. While a fresh grad may be eager to upgrade from hand-me-downs and temporary fixes to quality pieces that will actually last, their budgets and entry-level salaries may not have caught up to those upscale ambitions.
A thoughtful gift doesn’t just celebrate the hard work it took to get that degree, it can also help them step up during this transitional phase, whether they’re starting a job, moving into a new apartment, or just figuring out who they want to be. This is the perfect moment to give something that balances practicality with a sense of occasion, from investment pieces for their home to creative and practical tools that support their growth.
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