I miss this place! I wish it's still open!…read more This is our go to gift shop back in the days

A visit to Greenhills will never be complete without going to Regina Gift Shop…read more When I was a kid my parents would remind me that it's a gift shop meaning I went in to buy gifts for other people. I believed that lie until I was about ten. I guess that was to prevent me from buying all the awesome goodies this shop has to offer. Sorry, parents. I'm buying gifts for myself. They have everything! And I really mean everything. They have all my childhood candies next to a stand of plastic balloons. You know, those little tubes which you squeeze until this substance comes out which you blow into with the use of a little stick. There's a shelf with plates, spoons and forks and knives, cups and lunchboxes. And in the center, you'll find notebooks, stickers, pens, art materials, cellphone cases and the occasional sex toy. Speaking of toys, they do have toys for babies and children and adults who collect toys. Not into those things? They have bags, clothes and hats too. I remember being dragged here by my mom whenever I needed a costume for school. "You're only going to wear it once anyway. But it at Regina," she'd say. Don't get me wrong, their clothes don't break after one use. They have cool socks and hats. And sometimes if you're lucky, they have sell Christmas stockings. I can't remember everything they sell at this shop. So it would be great if you have a look for yourself. You won't be disappointed and you'll leave with lots of loot.

Ugh. Too many cute things in one place…read more I am not into cute things, but I made a deal with my nieces that I have to pass by this shop whenever I'm here, take a picture of their new things and send or show it to them. And sometimes, being a good aunt means enduring a trip to Tickles to look for cute stuff for my two adorable nieces. Everyone keeps telling me, "The stuff there is so cute!" Yes, so cute, but the price of their stuff isn't cute. A notebook there goes for Php200 up when I can get the same one in Landmark for Php100 or less. Their bookmarks are also more expensive than the exact same one in Fully Booked. I suggest, before you buy the cute things you see here, scout around other places 'cause they just might have it at cheaper prices and better quality. The only thing I will ever splurge on in Tickles is stuff for my pet. They now have these really pretty beds for dogs and cats. And my poor cat won't have to sleep on an old pillow on the floor every night. There are times, I also find myself buying their stuffed toys to give my cat as a present so it won't be bored at night.

If you have very little self-control for purchasing cute things, make a detour! But since this…read moreparticular branch is right smack in the middle of Greenbelt 1 and 5, which makes it VERY. HARD. TO. AVOID, then you (or at least your wallet) will be doomed. Tickles is one of those places that are just difficult to resist. It's like a cute child doing a very convincing "paawa face", holding on to your legs, begging for ice cream. Through the years, this place has been constantly getting better and better at stocking the quirkiest and cutest finds, and at reasonable prices. You can count on Tickles for that last-minute birthday present, or for when you're looking to fill that existential void with cuteness in the form of adorable animals printed on pencil cases, pillows, bags... or everyday things with faces on it, soft plushy things for your desk. And, it's actually not just all cute stuff, but also quirky, functional things like statement aprons, wallets, bags... Ack! Oh and they have stuff for the most special people in your life--I'm referring to our companion animals, of course! They have these colorful beds for your dogs/cats, so they can sleep in style, unlike their slaves (us).

Me & U Stuff for Togetherness is a great place to visit if you want novelty gifts for your date or…read morebetter half. There are plenty of novelty items here that you just won't find anywhere. What's more, the products they sell have stories or designs that are witty and romantic at the same time. Their couple shirts are quite popular. You can find a suitable design to match the stage of relationship you have with whomever you'll give your gift. They have couple shirts for the puppy love stage that are sweet and innocent. For me, I like the ones for married couples because they tend to border on violent yet funny designs. Other items include pillows, coasters, mugs, notebooks, and bags. There are also some home items like glasses and salt and pepper shakers. I bought my Towelite from Me & U. It's a brand of small ultra-absorbent towels that you can bring to your camping or travels. I use the towels when I play badminton.

Gift Gate is a store that basically sells a lot of items that are colored in pink. It's main mascot…read moreis a Kitty that I'm sure many of those born in the 90's would recognize but those after the millennium would not. Back in the old days Gift Gate was well, a nice place to get gifts for your loved ones, particularly kids. They sold stationary, toys, pencils, pens, you name it it had it. I gave this one four stars because of the sense of nostalgia. I have a great suspicion that buying something here and giving it to a girl who grew up in the 90's might appreciate the sense of nostalgia that this would bring them. Not only that, but items from Gift Gate aren't that expensive. It's a nice place for people who are working on a tight budget, but want something that has a little bit of thought and sentimentality to their gift of choice.

This flower shop is a hidden gem along Doña Soledad Avenue Better Living Parañaque! Operating for…read moremore than 20 years, it has never lost its artistic (yet affordable) touch in flower arranging! Thank you for being our community's source of flowers for any occasion!

Giving flowers as gifts has always been uncomfortable for me, and I suppose this is true for most…read moreguys. I mean there are times when flowers or bouquets to be precise are called for. Like for a junior-senior prom, or when someone is getting married, or when there's a milestone like an anniversary, or even when someone is sick or is hospitalized. I'm glad that there's this place along Dona Soledad Avenue that makes giving flowers or flower arrangements easier. Bouquets & More is also a gift shop, but they only have what I would call girly gifts. You know, the feminine stuff. Like stuffed bunnies and all that. Not that there's anything wrong with giving girly gifts to girls, but I don't think any guy would enjoy receiving any kind of stuffed animal, not even a stuffed superhero doll. As for flowers, I'm thinking that maybe I would appreciate flowers if I ever get hospitalized. The flowers would certainly enliven the drab rooms and walls of most hospitals. I think it's also fine to have a bouquet laid at the graves of loved ones, during death anniversaries and all. As a centerpiece on a dining table during special occasions, too, I guess. It's just nice to know that in this part of town, there's this one store that can let one get flowers for any occasion.

Great selection of unique gifts from the Philippines. We found gifts for all our family members…read moreback in the states

Whenever I see brown paper, I think of Papemelroti. And, that's not necessarily a bad thing. It…read moreonly means that Papemelroti for years and years has really made a name for themselves for being so good at making paper things. I usually go here if I have a present that needs a nice, presentable, brown paper bag, or perhaps one of their decorative paper boxes if it's an extra special present. They have several options for gift-wrapping here if you're going for a more DIY, organic look & feel - twine, brown paper, and all. I absolutely love their gift cards and postcards here, too! I purchased some teacup and teapot-shaped cards. I found them too pretty to actually give to someone, so I stuck them on my wall instead, haha. Papemelroti is really known for those sentimental, sometimes cheesy gift items. You know, things with motivational quotes on them, things that say "best grandma ever",and the like. Magnets, mugs, wall hangings, etc. They do have a line of crafty-looking accessories (though I'm not sure how sturdy these things are...) which is perfect for you if you're into the boho/hippie style.

Right beside Blade Auto Centers, you'd usually find a Clipper Gift Store. They started out as a…read morepartner store for items you can put in your car pillows, little trash cans, decals and the sort. However, over the years, their product lines grew exponentially. They are now among the top stores I go to for finding unique gifts. Whether you want office-related gifts or gifts for kids, they have all sorts of things that are affordable and have great quality. I bought this laptop backpack that is covered in sequins - really lovely, never fails to attract attention (and so is also a deterrent for theft - I've used it daily for four years. When it finally started breaking at the seams due to wear and tear, I decided to still go to Clipper for a replacement. Four years after I bought my first bag, they still had the same price! I love it and will keep buying it as long as they keep it in stock. I'm also a big fan of their collectible products like their line of The Beatles hard toys, they also have soft toys for different characters like SpongeBob and Patrick. They have Mario Brothers collectibles, too. They were among the first to offer the Disney Animator Series for baby princesses. The latest offering they have is a bag shaped like Captain America's shield. It really is the perfect gift shop for friends and family who are still kids at heart.