There are a plethora of movies that feature a common element: in-laws. Meet The Parents, The Big Sick, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, you name it. Even though your partner says âMy parents love you, you have nothing to worry aboutâ you always feel like thereâs some way you can ensure their kid made the right decision. And now, this year, you want to combat any doubt that they have about you being with their child with a special gift this holiday season. Try to convert them this year and leave a memorable mark on them for the holidays with a thoughtful gift.
KAWS Companion Open Edition Vinyl Figure Grey
A KAWS figure probably wasnât the first thing you thought of when getting a gift for your in-laws, but it definitely should be. Nothing screams being more well-versed and cultured than art and nothing impresses in-laws more than knowing that this new addition to their family is knowledgeable and sophisticated. Even though KAWS, today, is an artist that is accessible from the most public of places, his work is still highly regarded, being displayed in spaces such as the MoMA and The Brooklyn Museum. Imagine how your in-laws will feel knowing that you have gifted them such a unique gift, and letting them know that such respected work is suitable for both the grandest of museums and their home.
Virgil Abloh x IKEA MARKERAD “TEMPORARY” Wall Clock White
Sometimes, in-laws can be out of touch with pop culture. From still owning an iPhone 5 (you should tell them to upgrade to a iPhone 12) to only watching movies on DVD, they can hold themselves back in time. Give them a headstart among their peers with this wall clock designed by Virgil Abloh. The clock is a part of a larger collection of home goods produced in collaboration with IKEA and has brought hype to everyday products. You want to show your in-laws that you care about them being up to date on everything in our world, exposing them to other cultures. With this clock, them being out of touch will be only âtemporaryâ.
Virgil Abloh x IKEA MARKERAD “WET GRASS” Rug 195×132 CM Green
The carpet should match the wall (thatâs how that expression goes, right?). This rug is another item a part of IKEAâs collaboration with Virgil Abloh. Not only do you want to help get your in-laws to update with popular culture, but you also want to prove to them that you have a sense of humor. For some reason, they think you get easily offended and you donât know where they got that from. Maybe they saw you get very upset after your partner made a slight joke at your cooking skills. Regardless, you want to rid their overly sensitive view of you and this rug will help show that you donât take yourself too seriously. The words âWet Grassâ are plastered in bold letters on a shaggy green carpet, so itâs very playful. Of course, itâs not real grass and of course, itâs not wet, but itâs just the canny one-liner that your in-laws will get a hoot out of and say to each other âmaybe theyâre not that bad after allâ.
Takashi Murakami Flower Plush 30CM Rainbow/Yellow
Or maybe your in-laws donât think youâre sensitive enough! Maybe they think you’re as cold, hard, and rigid as college-level calculus. This pillow from Takashi Murakami can literally show off your softer side. Itâs bright, itâs bold, itâs soft, and it even smiles back at you. This pillow shows just how lovable and thoughtful you can be, and your in-laws will think twice before they ever question it again.
Michael Jordan 1986 Fleer Rookie #57
You might not be into sports, but maybe your new in-laws are heavily invested in them. And maybe they just so happen to love basketball. Your partner and their parents might’ve always been about that hoop life. The entire family are season ticket holders for their favorite team, the Chicago Bulls, and they constantly reminisce about Michael Jordan in his heyday. And you, well, you’re biggest achievement might just be when you were picked as lead tubist in high school, so your basketball IQ is lacking a bit. But this year, you want to show your in-laws that youâre not completely athletically inept and are aware of The GOATâs achievements by presenting them with this 1986 Michael Jordan Fleer Rookie Card. Tell your in-laws that this card captures the year that MJ was the leading scorer in the NBA, averaged 30+ points per game, and was selected for the All-Star team for a second time. They will look at you with a shocked expression but their respect for you will grow exponentially.
