Graduation Gifts - A buyers guide to purchasing a pen
Graduation celebrates the completion of a gruelling period of study, as well as looking forward to the graduate’s career. The graduation gift should symbolise the achievement of completing an education, as well as a practical item that will help them prepare for the future. The gift of a writing instrument is a great way to commemorate academic achievement, as well as being useful in the workplace. A stylish writing instrument is an investment in the graduate’s future.
Budget Graduation Gifts
| Lamy 2000 Pens | Fisher Space Pen | Lamy Multifunction Pens |
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The Lamy 2000 has a clean and modern design, and is exceptionally reliable. It is made from black fibreglass which looks clean and professional. Alternatively the fisher space ‘bullet pen’ makes a unique graduation gift as it can fit neatly in a pocket and can write in zero gravity! The Lamy multifunction pen will be greatly appreciated by graduates as it is a survival kit for the working environment. Graduates will benefit from a ballpen, highlighter, stylus and pencil in one writing instrument.
Mid Range Graduation Gifts
| Laban Solid Silver Pens | Ipsilon by Aurora | Expert by Waterman Pens |
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A solid silver pen is a fantastic way to commemorate a graduation. Solid silver makes a special gift because of its high perceived value, and produces a beautiful engraving. Laban Pens have a large range of excellent value solid silver pens, including some with Swarovski Crystals. The Ipsilon range by Aurora is an art deco influenced pen with an elegant appearance that is suitable for everyday use as well as more special occasions.
Luxury Graduation Gifts
| Leman by Caran d'Ache Pens | Carene by Waterman Pens | Optima by Aurora Pens |
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A luxury writing instrument is sure to create a brilliant first impression for the graduate, and makes a superb gift. The Leman pen by Caran D’Ache Pens exudes class and sophistication, and exemplifies the Swiss tradition of reliability and attention to detail. The Carene by Waterman Pens is sure to get noticed due to its ultra streamlined body which was influenced by the tail of a speedboat. The Carene fountain pen has an inlaid 18 carat gold nib which gives it a unique look. For the ultimate in pen luxury, the Optima by Aurora Pens is the ideal choice. The Optima evokes the elegance and sobriety of the 1930s, with its Art Deco styled band and marbled resin body. The Optima fountain pen has a unique hidden internal reservoir system.
The pen is an invaluable tool in the workplace despite the growing importance of computers. A pen is essential for taking notes or bringing into a meeting, as well as signing cheques and important documents. As graduates enter the workplace it is important to create a good impression, and a quality pen can go a long way in setting the right tone. A pen is an accessory that says something about its owner, just as a sharp suit or smart leather briefcase would. Most people don’t invest in a pen for themselves though, which means that it is perfect as a gift. Whilst many accessories may go out of fashion or wear out, a pen will last a lifetime.
A pen makes an ideal gift because it allows a good sized message to be engraved down the barrel. Click here to view a guide to engraved pens. Commemorate somebody’s graduation by engraving their graduation date, their name followed by their degree title. There is a sense of wonderment upon graduation and seeing your name followed by BA, or BSc. A pen is a practical gift and will be used on a regular basis. The engraved message is visible whilst writing, and thus serves as a constant reminder of their achievement.
It is important to choose a pen that suits the graduate’s tastes and needs. If the graduate is entering a traditional profession such as accountancy or law, a more classically designed pen would suit best. Alternatively if the graduate is entering the glitzy world of marketing or PR, then a more glamorous pen with Swarovski Crystals would work well. For those graduates who need to project a modern image, then a Bauhaus influenced design from Lamy will make the right impression.
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