Graduation season is upon us, so if you’re the loved one of a soon-to-be graduate and looking for a unique gift to give them, then this is the gift guide for you! During the upcoming months, people will be giving them all sorts of presents, cards, and words of advice. Become the cool relative by giving them something they’ll be delighted to take on their next adventure.
Gift Ideas
It can be overwhelming not knowing what gift you should give them, so we’ve narrowed it down to nine different options to match what makes your grad special!
The Athletic Grad
Are they a superstar on the field or green? Showcase their love of shooting basketball hoops, their ability to catch a fly ball, or their tendency to practice bicycle kicks with a soccer ball! Whatever sport they enjoy playing, celebrate their achievement with a ball that they’ll cherish post-graduation.
The Cozy Grad
After spending most of their time studying for finals, why not give them something they can cozy up in for some well-deserved rest? Give them a blanket that’ll be comforting to snuggle under while watching a movie or staying warm during the winter. They’ll think of you every time they pull it out of the cabinet.
The Grad That Loves Christmas
Is decorating the Christmas tree their favorite part of the season? Then an ornament commemorating their graduation will be the first thing they add to the tree every year and shown off to the kids and grandkids.
The Coffee Lover Grad
If their day doesn’t start until they’ve had their cup of Joe, give them a mug that’ll individualize their desk at their future office, and make sure no one steals it. They’ll be less likely to misplace it too.
A Bag Full of Potential Grad
Find a Zee-riffic tote bag that they can use when packing up their dorm room or going to the local farmers’ market. Transcribe their favorite quote or inspirational phrase and they’ll love it.
The Grad That’s Always On Time
A watch is a traditional gift to give at significant life events, such as graduations, weddings, or when your first baby is born. You can customize it to include their name and graduation date.
The Grad Who Travels
Many graduates finish school and want to start adding stamps to their passports. Help them start their next journey with a luggage tag that will be eye-catching so they can find it at baggage claim.
For the Grad That Sparkles
If your graduate loves to wear one-of-a-kind jewelry then a necklace is a unique gift that they’ll keep forever. You can personalize it with a beloved photo of the two of you together.
For the Finely Dressed Grad
Give your grad something they can wear on their big day and maybe for a future wedding. A pair of graduation cufflinks will take their suit up a notch for the day.
Graduation isn’t the end of something; it’s the beginning of their adult life. You’ve helped them study for exams and get through to graduation in one piece. Show them how much you care about them with an amazing gift that’s different from the rest. If you’ve received any fantastic graduation gifts, or you graduated last year and have some beloved gifts you’ve been given that you think others would love, let us know in the comments below.
Lucy is a Content Specialist at Zazzle in Cork, Ireland. Originally from America, she is now settled in Ireland with her husband and Corgi-mix puppy Dug (yes, like from Disney’s UP!). It’s the simple things in life that matter, so give her a bag of M&M’s and she’s happy. She loves to relax with a good book, cozy up on the couch for a movie, or go to the park for a stroll with the family.
