What to Gift the Gen-Zer in Your Life
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As a Gen-Zer myself, I’m well aware that my generation is known for a lot of things — impeccable taste being one of them. Sure, I might be biased, and I know that it’s hard to assume a whole generation can get behind certain trends and items. But if you read through this list, I can almost guarantee you’ll find the perfect gift for your Gen-Z bestie.
From Apple Airpod Max covers and exercise dresses to viral TikTok products like the Kosas concealer and Baggu bags, anybody with a Gen-Z mind-set will appreciate these products. (I know I do. Friends and family, consider this my holiday wish list.)
However, don’t let these items discourage you. You don’t have to belong to this group to wear or own these products. If this roundup is still not what you’re looking for, we’ve also got stocking stuffers and employee gift ideas that span the generational divide.
SO, WHAT ARE YOU SHOPPING FOR?
➼ Gifts Under $35
➼ Gifts Under $65
➼ Gifts Under $100
➼ Gifts Over $180
$35 and Under
For that person who always asks your sign
The Astrology Deck: Your Guide to the Meanings + Myths of the Cosmos
Lisa Stardust’s astrology deck makes reading cards easy. Stardust has been practicing and teaching for over a decade. In this deck, the user can learn to interpret the stars and do their own
readings.
For your bestie who loves a no-makeup-makeup look
Kosas Revealer Concealer
After Hailey Bieber shared that she uses this concealer from Kosas, everyone flocked to Sephora to stock up. And we don’t blame them. It’s one of our favorites too.
For the friend who does their own nails
Chillhouse Chill Tips Reusable Press-On Manicure Kit
We all know that person who loves to get a nail design but needs to save some $$$$ . Why not give them the gift of not having to attempt it themselves? These press-on tips are reusable and come in over ten different patterns and colors.
For the ecoconscious
Stasher Sandwich Bag
These easy-to-clean reusable bags are perfect for the person in your life who wants to reduce their use of single-use storage bags.
For the avid reader
The Guest, by Emma Cline
Everyone is reading The Guest, including us (see our book club here). Author Emma Cline’s first novel, The Girls, was loosely inspired by the Manson cult. Her second follows a woman named Alex as she house-hops after being kicked out by her older boyfriend.
For your friend who loves A24
Mini Puzzle 001: Lady Bird’s Cast
When it comes to films, Gen Z and A24 go together like peanut butter and jelly. While the company has lots of fun merch available, our personal favorite is this mini-puzzle from Greta Gerwig’s Lady Bird.
For a clean facial
Golde Clean Greens Face Mask
Say hello to the face mask that’s basically a smoothie for your skin. Made for all skin types, this makes a great gift for the skin-care enthusiast in your life.
For the dog (or cat) parent
The Disco Pet Tag
This handmade pet tag is customizable and comes in four different shapes, making it fun and sparkly enough to look amazing on any cat or dog.
For the first to share their Spotify Wrapped
Wildflower Bow Beau Airpods Max Cover
Personalize the latest and hottest tech accessory that everyone has (which we also tried and loved) with some covers adorned with bows or whatever else your heart desires.
For the trinket collector
Sonny Angel
If all I got for Christmas was Sonny Angels, I would be happy. That’s how cute they are on nightstands and shelves.
For the ‘Ganni Girl’
Ganni: Gimme More
Ganni Girls unite and enjoy this coffee-table book all about the Scandi-fashion label.
$65 and Under
For your “hot-girl walks”
Bala Bangles
Try adding these ankle weights to all your post-holiday “hot-girl walks.”
For the one that loves Baggu
Baggu Medium Nylon Crescent Bag
Gen-Zers know you can never have too many Baggu bags. If someone already has an endless supply of its reusable bags, this crescent bag is a great gifting option. I wear mine almost everyday and love it as a travel bag.
For the Glossier superfan
Glossier You Candle
They’ve been wearing Glossier’s You for years? Check. They love Olivia Rodrigo? Check. They need a new candle? Triple check.
For your friend who needs an ashtray
Cool Ceramic Ashtray Nordic Style
Nothing says sophistication like a fancy ashtray. For those Gen-Zers who are 21 and up, this ashtray from Etsy comes in a cream or bold metallic and is both functional and gorgeously designed.
For the martini lover
Olive Tufted Shag Rug
Martinis are back, baby! What better way to celebrate the resurgence of this cocktail than by gifting an olive rug for them to decorate their home?
For your friend who wants to get into matcha
Chamberlain Coffee Matcha Starter Pack
Whether your friend is an Emma Chamberlain superfan or just wants to get into matcha, this starter pack features everything you need to make the green drink at home.
For the tea lover
Hay Sowden Kettle
Everyone needs a kettle, and this one is too cool not to get.
For the friend who loves her slicked back buns
Emi Jay Styling Brush
This bamboo brush with a biodegradable acetate back will allow you to tease, smooth, and style your hair to near perfection. And it’s made by the brand that creates the cutest claw clips in case you want to match.
$29 at Forward by Elyse Walker
To channel their inner Matilda Djerf
Djerf Avenue Kitchen Glove Set Fruit
Whether an avid baker, chef, or just someone who loves to have the cutest kitchen accessories, these fruit mitts are sure to make the aesthetic heavy person if your life happy.
If they already have UGGs
The North Face Thermoball Traction Mule V
If they already have and love the UGG Tasman slippers, try these thermo-traction mules from North Face for a similar comfy feel but different look.
For the person who needs a new phone case
Urban Sophistication Cloud Case
Urban Sophistication is best known for its puffer-jacket-inspired phone case beloved by Dua Lipa, but this case-purse combo is just as good. I’ve had my eye on it for a while, and it feels like the perfect thing to gift a friend who loves their phone a little too much (i.e., needs a handle for easy access).
For the Euphoria superfan
Euphoria Fashion By Heidi Bivens
This one is for all the Euphoria superfans out there who have also credited the series to their sense of style.
If they love their initials
Haus Of Jewelry Ever ‘B’ Charm
These charms are able to slip on earrings or necklace chains and come in multiple different metals.
For the person who carries a million lip products
Rhode The Peptide Lip Tints
Even if they already have too many lip glosses (if that is a thing) these tinted peptides from Rhode will easily become their favorites and end up in every single purse they carry.
For the sweatpants enthusiast
Guava LA UO Exclusive Paletero Short
We know Blokecore is in, but having a closetful of Adidas basketball shorts is a little overkill and it’s practically winter. Consider these sweat shorts instead, especially since they have some fun detailing.
For a gift that’s barely there
Cou Cou Intimates The Low Rise: Three Pack
Let’s be honest: The only person to ever gift underwear is one’s mother, but that doesn’t mean undies aren’t a good gift. They are the best, especially if they’re cute and on the higher-price side like this cotton-and-lace pair from Cou Cou Intimates.
For the active friend
Girlfriend Collective Midnight Paloma Racerback Dress
This workout dress works for all seasons, and it’s super-cozy to wear. Girlfriend Collective designed this dress with all the best-selling qualities of its Paloma bra in mind, making it perfect for hiking or throwing on for a coffee run.
For the person who needs an earring refresh
Studs Micro Huggie Set
If you’re looking for an earring refresh, the “earscapes” from Studs are the perfect thing to get and feature four great huggies that you can add to any hole.
For the person who needs a signature scent
Boy Smells Woodphoria Eau de Parfum
Known for its candles, Boy Smells is a cult favorite when it comes to scents. Its latest gender-fluid release is a woodsy and calm fragrance anybody would love.
For the New York obsessed
NYON Always” Art Print: Black - 18” x 24”
We all know that person who loves New York, so why not gift them a some home decor to show it!
To hydrate in style
Maison Balzac Bedside Carafe
Drinking water will never be cooler than doing it from this adorable bedside carafe. Even better, it can double as a vase.
For your fashion friend
Find Me Now Ross Mesh Top
The perfect layering piece to add to any fashion forward person’s closet. And it comes in 13 different colors, including fuchsia, aperol, and fern alongside basics like white, cream, and black.
For the Marie Antoinette Obsessed
Pretty Shitty Cakes UO Exclusive Cake Vase
Whether they love cake or Sofia Coppola movies, this exclusive vase is sure to impress.
$180 and Under
If they need new boots
Vince Camuto Kaemie Bootie
We’ve gone through our fair share of footwear trends (think mary janes and ballet flats). So it might be time to give your shoe-loving friend a new statement boot to add to their rotation, especially while this style is so popular.
If their wardrobe has a sense of humor
PRAYING Pink ‘God’s Favorite’ Rhinestone Bag
We all know someone who loves to add playful elements to their closet. Chances are they already know Praying, but if they don’t, they’ll be thanking you for introducing them.
For your friend who’s always chilly
Pavilion Cotton Block Throw
This colorful throw doubles as a thick quilt for those of us who run a little cold.
For the trendy friend
Superdown Mandi Faux Leather Moto Jacket
Is your friend on top of all the latest trends? Then they’ll adore this faux-leather moto jacket that pairs well with any white skirt or trouser.
For the friend that carries very little
Wavy Wallet With Crossbody Strap In Crinkled Patent Coachtopia Leather
Big enough to carry all the essentials in style: your money, your AirPods, and your keys.