My 20-Year-Old Sister Made a PowerPoint of Lavish Christmas Gifts — and I’m Still Processing It
I have to admit, when my 20-year-old sister sent me a link to her Christmas wishlist, I wasn’t expecting a full-blown PowerPoint presentation. But there it was—animated transitions, aesthetic fonts, and slides dedicated to each “gift category”: luxury skincare, designer bags, and even a “dream” vacation experience slide that featured a beach resort in Bali. I was floored.
At first, I laughed. I mean, who PowerPoints their Christmas list? But then, I started thinking—was this brilliant, bold, or just plain over-the-top?
Honestly, I’ve always admired how confidently she asks for what she wants. When I was 20, I was too nervous to even hint at what I wanted for the holidays. She, on the other hand, created a mini marketing pitch for her own wishlist. It had hyperlinks, product reviews, and a cost breakdown. I felt like I was sitting in a holiday Shark Tank pitch.
But I also felt the pressure. This wasn’t a cozy wishlist scribbled on paper—it was a high-production, digital manifestation board. I caught myself wondering, Am I a bad sibling if I don’t get her the $400 perfume set she listed under “Fragrance Goals”?
What this really made me realize is how Christmas culture is shifting, especially with Gen Z. They’re digital natives, bold with their aspirations, and totally unafraid to ask big. And while I might not fulfill her whole wishlist, I have to say—I respect the hustle.
Would I make a PowerPoint for my own Christmas gifts? Probably not. But watching my sister do it reminded me that it’s okay to dream big—even if you do it slide by slide.
