Last-Minute Gift Ideas For The MTV Fans In Your Life
The days until Christmas Day are waning, but don't fret: If you're still in need of an eleventh-hour gift that'll wow your "from"'s "to," we've got you covered.
You're especially in luck if you've got an MTV fan on your shopping list, because we've strung together a few jumping off points that'll have each recipient as happy as...well...a kid on Christmas morning. Think that iTunes gift card will wow your pal? Unlikely. Are you really gonna defer to some crap DIY nonsense again in 2014? Just stop. Get a load of our very own MTV holiday gift guide below, and hit the pavement already!
For the "Awkward" fan:
Identigene DNA Paternity Test 1 kit: $24.99 at RiteAid
Matty McKibben went through hell and back to come to terms with his bloodline, but he certainly could have saved himself some trouble with this little contraption. And now, so can you!
For the "Snooki & JWOWW" fan:
"F. Scott Fitzgerald: A Life In Letters": $15 at Strand
Snooki, who threw a huge Gatsby-themed wedding, admitted to having no idea who wrote the book that served as inspiration, but you don't have to suffer the same fate!
For the "Teen Wolf" fan
ADT Home Security system: free plus $99 installation fee, six sensors included
The Mute Man mowed down innocent Beacon Hills families to get his hands on The Benefactor's cash -- don't set yourself up for the same fate.
For the "Are You The One" fan:
Entry to a New York EasyDates speed dating session: $29-35
Not everyone has the luxury of finding love in a mansion in Puerto Rico, but meeting potential singles in rapid-fire fashion is still a possibility in the real world.
For the "Challenge" fan:
THERM-A-REST Compressible Pillow, Large: $27.95 at EMS
Braving the elements in a race to the top of a mountain or volcano will be infinitely more tolerable if you can stop for a quick nap at base camp.
For the "Finding Carter" fan:
Orienteering kit including compasses, safety whistles and economy stopwatch, $199.95 at WildCo
Let's hope Carter's got one by her side so she can escape from under Lori's nose.
For the "Faking It" fan:
Handmade dreamcatcher with steine and holzperlchen accents, $12.48 from Etsy
Amy and Karma are constantly thrown off course by the contents of their romantic dreams -- don't set yourself up for the same confusion.
For the "Girl Code" fan:
"Bad Feminist: Essays" by Roxane Gay in paperback: $10.11 at Amazon
Intrigued by the show's take on the much-feared "F-word"? Keep your education going.
For the "Fantasy Factory" fan:
MetLife Universal Life Insurance, price dependent on individual quote
Hey, if you get your kicks launching yourself out of cannons or riding atop ostriches, you better consider the potential ramifications.