Christmas is fast approaching and we may all have the same notorious holiday problem:
gifting. The most difficult part is knowing where to start and what to look for, but
Poblacion Market Central has got you covered. You can get the most practical yet thoughtful and affordable gifts for your friends and family in
Davao City’s newest lifestyle hub.
For Mom
Being an all-around gal–chef at home, sosyal tita at family reunions, socialite at Christmas parties–can be a bit stressful for moms, which makes Poblacion’s roster of fashion shops perfect for every occasion. The
sheer shawl from Jamil’s (Php100) and
tinalak clutch bag from JR Davao (Php2,200) is a great combo for your mom’s upcoming get-togethers with her amigas. Is she planning an at-home reunion and just can’t figure out how to dress up the table?
Green House’s fabric place mats (Php1,000 for 6 pieces) and
Julie’s coaster set (Php295/set of 12) will put that extra spark at dinner–second only to mom’s signature dishes, of course!
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| shawl and clutch bag for Mom! |
For Dad
No matter the day or the occasion, dad’s never without his mug of steaming hot coffee. Surprise your dad with a fresh batch of
coffee beans from Bo’s (Php385) and a brand-new
mug set from ES Things (Php380). Who knows? He might just brew a special cup for you–or another one for himself as an extra boost for all the holiday parties.
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| coffee beans and mug set for Dad! |
For Lola
The rush of Christmas events can get pretty tiring for your beloved Lola. Why not give her a loungewear set that she can comfortably wear?
Jamil’s cotton shawl (Php100),
Hamida’s batik daster (Php400) and
Al Shizamin’s batik slippers (Php150) are both cozy for playdates with her younger apos, and affordable for you–her grown-up, working apo. After all those family reunions, Lola can always sneak a break in the bedroom with a warm
blanket from Joseph (Php1,200), spritzed with a dash of
room spray from ES Things (Php250).
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| shawl, batik daster, and slippers for Lola! |
For Lolo
We all have that Lolo who’s casually sipping tea by the window while happily watching his apos open their Christmas presents. But as his thoughtful apo, you know plain tea just won’t cut it–especially if you’re in Davao City. Spice up Lolo’s afternoon tea with
Cacao Culture’s cacao tea (Php95), paired with
ES Things’ mug set (Php380). Don’t forget to capture the moment and place it in a
tinalak photo frame from JR Davao (Php350); you’ll get a permanent place at Lolo’s wall, too!
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| tea, mug set, and photo frame for Lolo! |
For Ate and Kuya
There may be a roadtrip in the works for your ate and kuya who just got off work and are ready for their much-needed vacation. For your ate who loves the beach, a
flowy dress from Kenneth’s (Php850) is perfect for her next Instagram post, especially if it’s paired with a simple but stylish
woven bag from ES Things (Php650). For your kuya who’s itching for a long drive away from the city,
Jaliloding Abangon’s bucket hat (Php250) and
Kenneth’s tie dye tee (Php100) will help with staying comfortable for stretches of time on the road.
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| dress and bag for Ate! |
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| bucket hat and tie-dye tee for Kuya! |
For Yourself
You’ve finally completed your gift list, but never exclude yourself from the celebration! After all that shopping, unwind at home or at a staycation with your besties with a
sweet-and-savory combo platter from Hootsa (Php180) and, of course,
two bottles–never just one–
of wine from Myami Vice (Php2,800).
Don’t limit yourself to these gifts, though! You can always switch up the list depending on everyone’s preferences. And if you’re looking for other affordable gifts with a touch of
Mindanaoan artistry and culture for those on your “nice” list,
Poblacion Market Central is open every day from 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM.
For more information about
Poblacion Market Central’s list of shops and promos, visit their
official Facebook page.
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