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Picking the perfect Christmas gift for a friend or family member is a special talent that not everyone has. And, if you happen to be the kind of person who is totally flummoxed by gift-giving, then it’s even harder.
Fortunately, IT and consulting service Accenture has surveyed 1000 consumers about what kind of gift they would love to receive this Christmas, and the results may surprise you.
#1 Gift Cards
Of the consumers surveyed 56% reported they would like a gift cards for stores or restaurants for Christmas.
#2 Clothing and Footwear
It appears that 48% of those surveyed are fashion-forward folk, and would love clothes and shoes for Christmas
#3 Toys
Forty-two per cent of those surveyed requested toys for Christmas, whether it be the latest contraption for kids under 5 years, or a rare collectible for the adult Pokémon fan in your life.
Still confused? Buy an experience
The survey revealed that the gift of a unique experience is very popular among consumers this year, with nearly 25% of respondents planning to spend more on tickets to concerts or experiences – such as cooking classes – than they did last year.
Top tip for Christmas shopping
According to a new study by research organisation Glow, Aussie’s who don’t shop online find it 40% harder to buy gifts than those who shop online, so it may pay to do your shopping online this year.
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