<p>My son’s girlfriend is graduating from college in a few weeks. They have been dating for over a year, but I’ve only met her a couple of times so I don’t really know her well. I’d like to get her a graduation gift, but not really sure what. Any ideas? I’d like to keep it to around $100 or less. BTW, she will be going to law school next year.
Thanks for any help :)</p>
<p>Earrings, or a nice portfolio/briefcase.</p>
<p>Leather portfolio: <a href=“https://www.google.com/search?q=leather+portfolio&hl=en&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=DU-JUcK8O8WLqgGo14DYBw&sqi=2&ved=0CG0QsAQ&biw=1280&bih=653[/url]”>https://www.google.com/search?q=leather+portfolio&hl=en&tbm=isch&tbo=u&source=univ&sa=X&ei=DU-JUcK8O8WLqgGo14DYBw&sqi=2&ved=0CG0QsAQ&biw=1280&bih=653</a></p>
<p>Lots of different price ranges.</p>
<p>I have been thinking about this, too, though in my case GF is graduating from law school. Her parents are giving her the traditional briefcase. I am thinking about a strand of pearls as a timeless jewelry choice that would be appropriate for work. Pearl earrings would fit your budget; Ross-Simons has a good selection at reasonable prices.</p>
<p>What about a beautiful pen?</p>
<p>I would head to a local jeweler and pick out some classic jewelry - silver is relatively inexpensive, but nice. A pendant & earnings in her birthstone could be a hit.</p>
<p>I would nix the portfolio idea, as ipad are replacing them.</p>
<p>Coach iPad sleeve?</p>
<p>coach ipad sleeve is nice. I would stay away from handbag, briefcase because unless you know exactly what she likes, it may never be used. What about a fashionable scarf?</p>
<p>Second a nice scarf.</p>
<p>We were in the same situation a year ago. S did say she was not into jewelry or accessories. She was going to grad school so we got her a sweatshirt from that school, which she loved. Not very glamorous, but she liked it. She is still tough to buy for.</p>
<p>In addition to the above, consider getting her a nice, sturdy laptop case. Most law students type their class notes, and need something more substantial than an iPad.</p>
<p>Portfolios will be used as long as someone wants to carry around a hard copy of a resume and a writing sample. Also, it just looks bad to take notes on an iPad during an interview or in some meetings. Pair the portfolio with a nice pen - perhaps one from the school that she’s graduating from. </p>
<p>I like the idea of a strand of pearls and matching earrings.</p>
<p>Pearls for $100?</p>
<p>I just graduated and my partner’s parents gave me $100 cash and a very heart felt card . It was wonderful, perfect and I’m very grateful. I’m very grateful that they didn’t give me physical stuff because A) they don’t really know what I already have and B) we’re moving soon for grad school and we’re desperately trying to get rid of stuff.</p>
<p>Just throwing out another possibly. </p>
<p>I would ask your son for suggestions if you don’t know her well.</p>
<p>I second asking your son for ideas - it’s just too much of a shot in the dark without knowing the person.</p>
<p>For example, I am not into brands at all, so I wouldn’t be really interested in anything from Coach (I would be thankful for the thought, but it’s not something I would want or pick out for myself). Also, I am an Android person all the way, so it would be at least good to confirm she even likes or uses Apple products.</p>
<p>I don’t use make up, but I do enjoy jewlery, and I would love a nice fountain pen, simply because I like pens. But a lot of traditional ‘girl’ gifts would not be for me.</p>
<p>A cute wallet if you know her taste.</p>
<p>This is $125. [Longchamp</a> ‘Le Pliage’ Medium Shoulder Tote | Nordstrom](<a href=“http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/longchamp-le-pliage-medium-shoulder-tote/2941048?origin=category-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Paprika&resultback=441&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-browseresults-_-1_1_A]Longchamp”>http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/longchamp-le-pliage-medium-shoulder-tote/2941048?origin=category-personalizedsort&contextualcategoryid=0&fashionColor=Paprika&resultback=441&cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-browseresults-_-1_1_A) </p>
<p>Very fashionable with young women (and older women too lol)</p>
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Ross-Simons sells Mikimoto as well as more affordable pearl studs.</pearls></p>
<p>I like the pen idea as GF is a practical sort. Thanks, Moonchild.</p>
<p>You could also get her a business card case for her purse. I have an adorable one that I got at the Kate Spade outlet for $27 or so. (It looks sort of like this: [credit</a> card wallets - kate spade tudor city holly](<a href=“http://www.katespade.com/womens-wallets/credit-card-wallets/kate-spade-tudor-city-holly-1/PWRU2290-4,en_US,pd.html]credit”>http://www.katespade.com/womens-wallets/credit-card-wallets/kate-spade-tudor-city-holly-1/PWRU2290-4,en_US,pd.html) )</p>
<p>And yes, you can get some pearl jewelry for $100 - especially if you shop the sales.</p>
<p>I would stay away from an ipad case, they change so quickly. I would definitely ask your son to see if she would like earrings, something practical, etc. I thought of the Longchamp bag earlier. If it’s her style, I think it’s a great idea.</p>
<p>Glad I could help. I gave a beautiful pen to my sons’s fiance three years ago when she graduated from college, (she wasn’t his fiance at that point), and it seemed to be well received.</p>