45 Unique Gifts for People Who Have Everything
Find something they’d never buy themselves.
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If I want something, I buy it for myself—which can admittedly make it hard for people to buy me thoughtful gifts. Trust, I’ve been there when shopping for my partner, best friends, and parents, who always swear they need nothing. The key to shopping for the person who has everything is to think outside the box.
Our top picks:
- Unique gift idea: DASH My Mug Ice Cream Maker Machine
- Best value: 9-in-1 Multitool Pen
- Luxury gift: Solawave 4-in-1 Red Light Therapy Facial Wand
- Trending pick: Mejuri Mira Round Pearl Hoops
- Inexpensive gift idea: 'I Wrote a Book About You' Fill-in-the-Blank Book
We’ve rounded up the most popular finds, like an expert-approved red light therapy wand, and cool gadgets, like a mini ice cream maker that don’t necessary need, but will be excited to receive. For men who love a handy gadget, there’s a glowy lantern that’s perfect for outdoor adventures. For picky teens, try an instant photo printer or a coveted blind box (Labubus are still popular). Rather than searching for something entirely new, focus on upgrading her everyday essentials, like an electric mug that’ll keep her coffee warm or the viral Lululemon belt bag.
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Diet coke has a cult following, but they’ve probably never seen a soy wax candle version. It’s even got a soda-inspired scent. There’s also a Dr Pepper candle, if that’s their drink of choice.
Here’s something they won’t expect: Ship a high-quality steak to their front door. This cut includes the entire sirloin strip and tenderloin filet, enhanced with bone-in flavor.
Make ice cream, gelato, sorbet, or frozen yogurt at home with this handy machine. Freeze the mug for 24 hours, add ingredients, wait 20 minutes, then dig into a custom, frozen treat. The machine comes with two bowls, perfect for two people to enjoy.
READ OUR FULL REVIEW: My Honest Review of the $40 Dash My Mug Ice Cream Maker
Kate Middleton wore a similar pair of earrings this year, and they look so classy and elegant, especially for the holidays. Each Mejuri piece comes in a little white box and dust bag, ready for gifting.
Turn their bathroom into a luxury hotel with this bucket-style towel warmer, which our Test Engineer, Alec Scherma, says heats up fast. He also raved about its multiple timer settings and ability to distribute heat evenly.
RELATED: Best Towel Warmers, According to 30+ Hours of Testing
This pocket-sized gadget will allow them to turn their phone's camera roll into something tangible. Connect to Bluetooth, customize photos with stickers and hand-drawn designs, and print out 2 x 3-inch photos for all to see.
Sometimes the best gifts are the little upgrades they wouldn’t buy for themselves. This body care set gives them a chance to try a new brand, and it’s one our editors love—particularly the Bergamot & Hinoki scent.
The foodie in your life will thank you for this. They can grill or cook their favorite meats, veggies, and desserts on this salt block for enhanced flavor, according to the brand.
One thing about men? They love a handy gadget. This vintage-inspired lantern flashlight has seven lighting modes, so he can adjust the glow whether he’s reading on the porch, looking for something in the dark, or illuminating a campsite. The lantern can last up to 40 hours and the flashlight up to 70.
No matter how slow or quick they sip, this smart mug will help keep their drink at their ideal temperature for up to 90 minutes on a full charge (or all day via the coaster charging pad), per the brand. Our tester found the corresponding app to be useful, with preset temperature settings based on the type of coffee or tea in their mug.
READ OUR FULL REVIEW OF THE ORIGINAL: Ember Mug Review: What I Think After Using It for Years
When in doubt, a consumable gift that won’t take up extra space is an easy win. This box of French macarons includes 12 treats in flavors like passionfruit, caramel, milk chocolate, and dark chocolate.
After this 3,000-piece LEGO set is assembled, they can make it a permanent fixture on the wall. It recreates some of the Milky Way’s most famous stars, clusters, and spectacles.
Upon first impression, they might laugh, but then they’ll love cracking open this humorous cookbook. There are 50 recipes straight from Snoop's Dogg’s collection, from baked mac and cheese and fried bologna sandwiches to orange chicken.
Perfect for teens, young adults, and collectors, this blind box features a Labubu monster figure keychain. They won’t know which color they’ve received until they open it—there are seven possible options, including a rare secret edition with a 1-in-72 chance of scoring it.
No one really needs a drone, but that’s kind of the point. Whether on vacation or in their hometown, they can capture stunning moments in 4K resolution. The battery will last more than 30 minutes, but you can also upgrade for a longer battery life.
For the person that runs hot, this portable neck fan will become their new best friend. It sits on the neck and provides constant airflow, perfect for walking the dog, sitting on a stuffy airplane, or doing work outside.
We can almost guarantee they don’t already have this one-of-a-kind gift—a personalized print of their home (or another meaningful place). Choose your preferred size and frame, then add custom text to make it even more special.
Tested by experts in our Beauty & Personal Care Lab, this red light therapy device is a standout self-care tool. Many testers said it left their skin looking more vibrant and lifted, and its compact size makes it easy to take on the go.
READ OUR FULL REVIEW: Solawave Wand Review: I Tried the New 4-in1 Skincare Tool
This fully-arranged cheese and meat board is perfect for date night, hosting, or holidays. It arrives on an acacia wood board and comes in three size options, depending on how many people you're feeding.
Encourage them to spend less time on their phones and pick up an easy hobby: coloring. This trio of mini coloring books include 50 tiny drawings (150 in total) that only take a few minutes to color—low commitment and super fun.
Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) leads Good Housekeeping’s gift guide strategy. She writes and edits commerce content, where she analyzes lifestyle trends, shopping data, and works closely with the Good Housekeeping Institute to recommend top-tested products. Previously, she was the associate lifestyle editor for GH and wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, BobVila.com, and Unique Homes Magazine. When she’s not tracking down buzzy products, you can find her walking her dog, Skye, around Jersey City.
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