There are just some people on our gift list each year that we want to give something cool and unusual to. Frankly, we have become tired of giving them those practical and oh so un-cool items every year. Everyone probably has a different definition of what cool actually is so we can also look for items that are unique and unusual. You know, just not a tie for Dad or a set of kitchen towels for Mom. We can slide by with the stuff for our parents sometimes because well, they are our parents. They will say they love it whether they do or not. If your parents are cool then surprise them with something different.
Maybe it isn't your parents that you even want to buy something cool for. It might be your best buddy that really is cool or geeky and you know he or she will get a kick out of the not so usual gift at Christmas. I have found some fun things that will work for both male and females on your list.
What is your idea of a cool gift?
Media stuff is always cool in my book. Unfortunately, some TV shows are steep. I bought one for a friend and then never got to get it for me as well. But I believe they're nice gifts, as you, too, say. Also books. When I was a teen someone gave me a book so cool it scared me. It had a scary title :). The book was great though.
I've no idea right now, but I do love your suggestions.
My mom loves York mint patties. For her, that's the coolest!
It's not too early to be thinking about Christmas. We always have a couple people on our list who are very hard to shop for.