Hey everyone!
I was texting one of my favorite cousins a while ago about Christmas presents. My family doesn’t give each other presents as we’re more focused on the family aspect of the holiday, however my cousin and his family tend to give each other presents every year. He doesn’t really know what to ask for, but as I texted him ideas, I realized that there are a lot of people who don’t know what to give a twenty-something in college. Money and gift cards are a good idea, but only if you aren’t that close with the person being gifted with the present or if they actually want a gift card or cash. So I compiled a list of items that a twenty-something may want, but is too shy to ask for.
Home decor // If their room is a little sparse and they’ve been complaining about adding some pizzazz to it, home decor is a good choice. Just make sure to discretely check what they would want in their room or on their walls. Buying home decor that they won’t even use defeats the purpose of it. Products to consider: photos, indie art, clocks, statues, frames, etc.
Cleaning supplies // This might just be me, but Black Friday made me want to buy a new vacuum so badly. I bought a small compact one for quick cleaning earlier in the month. However, a deep cleaning vacuum is something that would last for years and is a practical purchase for anyone who doesn’t know what to get for someone. If you’re gifting it to a woman though, make sure they want a vacuum first or you might send the wrong message. Other cleaning supplies to consider: mop, broom, toilet cleansers, oven cleansers, etc.
Kitchenware // Similar to cleaning supplies, kitchenware is a practical and long-lasting present. Especially if the college age person in question has barely anything in their kitchen. I know that I would be ecstatic if we had more spoons and forks. Products to consider: utensils set, microwave, oven toaster, toaster, sandwich maker, tea kettle, etc.
Electronic accessories // Items like workout counters, E – Readers, tablets, and microphones are always something to consider for a twenty-something. My interests tend to change, so having electronics that match my mood help tremendously. E – Readers especially may be useful for a college student who doesn’t want to carry physical textbooks. A tablet would also be a good way to have e-textbooks and take notes, but it may also distract them. Products to consider: art tablets, e-readers, headphones, microphones for the laptop or phone, lens for a camera, lighting equipment, etc.
Software // I know this may sound like something that can be found in the electronic accessories of this post, but I consider software different from electronic accessories. New software like video or photo editing can be useful for the more artistic people in the twenty-something demographic. Products to consider: Photoshop, audio, video, writing, etc.
Monthly subscription plans // I’m eyeing a food subscription plan as I write this post. There are a ton of different types of subscription boxes from beauty to pet accessories to food to clothing. Most plans have a gifting option where you an buy a set amount of months for someone in advance without charging your card for reoccurring payments. Products to consider: stationery, food, clothing, books, jewelry, metaphysical.
Honestly, the most important (and easiest!) way to figure out what to get a twenty-something is to just ask. They’ll most likely have a list of things they desperately need and will be happy that they don’t have to pretend to like whatever gift they would’ve received if they weren’t asked.
