As a Shopping Editor, I Always Recommend These Gifts for July Birthdays

For the summer grill master, this stainless steel grill basket makes it easy to char seafood and chopped veggies without dropping anything through the grates. Itll be the perfect addition to their next barbecue.

Another summer essential, this fluffy towel can be personalized with their name, initials, or a cute symbol (for an extra $17). It’s available in two sizes, one for pool days and another for beach trips.

Anyone who loves a sweet treat can whip up homemade ice cream, sherbet, or smoothie bowls in 20 minutes. This compact machine has been a best-seller for months, and it was really easy to use when I tried it.

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Crisp water is a must in warmer months, and Owala remains the most trendy bottle this year. Grab them a design with their favorite colors, and they’ll be tossing it in their bag all summer and beyond.

For the guys who spend their summer on the golf course, this speaker lets them listen to music and track their driving distance off the tee. It easily attaches to gold carts, clubs, or any metallic surface.

One of my favorite romcoms of all time, this cozy summer read takes place in a small town in August. It’s a funny, cute story of rivals turned lovers that’s perfect for binging poolside.

Tweens, teens, and adults love this instant camera—it’s a fun way to capture birthday celebrations and summer memories. This bundle includes 10 photo sheets, but you’ll probably want to grab them a few more.

Go the funny route with this coconut wax candle that reminds them how lucky they are to be born in July. You can choose your scent, from sea salt to vanilla sands.

For the girl who’s proud to be a cancer (me), this thoughtful gift can be clipped to her handbag or used as a keychain. If their birthday is after July 22, grab them the Leo version.

Ideal for weekend trips, backyard hangs, and beach days, this waterproof speaker delivers up to 7 hours of playtime. It’ll fit in the palm of their hand, so they can toss it in their bag and bring it everywhere.

Delicate and dainty, this bracelet from Kendra Scott features a genuine ruby and yellow gold vermeil. It’s a thoughtful choice for milestone birthdays, from sweet 16s and 21st celebrations to 30s and 50s.

They might laugh at first, but our editors actually really liked using a neck fan, and they probably will too. It’ll quietly circulate air around their neck and face to help them stay cool.