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Unique Gifts for the One Friend Who Has Everything

the best unique gifts for friends
Design: theSkimm | Images: Anthropologie, Ban.do, Poketo
October 15, 2024

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We all have that one friend or family member who seems to have everything, which makes it tough to pinpoint the best course of action when it comes to gifting. But don’t sweat it, because we’ve combed the internet to find unique picks they probably don’t own but would definitely love to receive — from cocktail recipe decks to birthday candles with personalized tarot readings. 

Want more holiday gifting ideas? Check out our full list of gift guides for everyone on your list.

hallmark card
Hallmark

The card that makes giving cash personal…

If she’s so well-stocked that she’s impossible to shop for, cut out the stress and send her a handwritten holiday greeting and a cash gift at the same time. Hallmark + Venmo Cards include a code to send money right to their Venmo, so you can give cash in the most thoughtful (and hassle-free) way possible. For the friend who claims they don’t need anything, it’s meaningful without any of the extra fuss — just the way they like it. ($4.99+, Hallmark)*

$4.99+, Hallmark
cat print
Etsy

A whimsical print to zhuzh up their kitchen…

“More spaghetti, less upsetti” is the group chat’s new motto for the year, and what better way to celebrate that sentiment than by plastering it up with an accompanying illustrated cat on their kitchen wall? ($14.72+, Etsy)

$14.72+, Etsy
banana stress ball
Ban.do

A banana-shaped stress ball to make work less of a drag…

To get them through meetings that could have easily been an email, we suggest the under-$10 Ban.do stress ball that resembles a banana. One that won’t go bad the second they bring it home from the supermarket. Use code THESKIMM for 15% off through December 31. Some exclusions apply - see product pages for details. Offer cannot be combined with rewards points, other coupon codes, or applied to past orders.($9.95, Ban.do

$9.95, Ban.do
cocktail card deck
West Elm

A cocktail recipe deck for the budding mixologist…

Turn evening nightcaps into a full mixology experience with this cocktail card deck, which offers 52 recipes separated by four different liquors. Each card lists exact ingredients and simple instructions for a fun, foolproof activity that can turn a boring Wednesday into the highlight of their week. ($20, West Elm)

$20, West Elm
knotted pillow
Bearaby

A hand-knotted pillow meant to relieve stress…

Bearaby is known for their premium weighted blankets, though our less-talked-about favorite is their Hugget. This knot pillow is hand-knotted and meant to relieve tension when held to their chest, working like a massaging stress ball against their chest with every hug. ($116, Bearaby)

$116, Bearaby
cocktail glasses
Coming Soon

Dual-sided glasses perfect for both shots and cocktails…

These Mamo borosilicate glasses turn poorly muddled cocktails into ones that would easily cost $17 at a semi-trendy New York bar. They’re double-sided, too — the top is 7 ounces for, say, a glass of wine while the bottom 2-ounce cup is perfect for measuring liquor or taking a shot. ($28, Coming Soon

$28, Coming Soon
Suction wine holder
Uncommon Goods

A wine accessory crafted from hand-picked beach stones…

A warm, sudsy bath sounds like our perfect Friday night. And what can make that better? A refreshing glass of wine within arm’s reach a la this wine holder, designed with suction to stay put on porcelain. ($38, Uncommon Goods)

$38, Uncommon Goods
Cocktail napkins
Anthropologie

Cocktail napkins for the friend who loves to host…

Liven up their bar cart with these vibrant cotton cocktail napkins, embellished with cherries, lemon twists, skewered olives, and citrus to represent their favorite mixed-drink garnish. ($28, Anthropologie)

$28, Anthropologie
Croissant shaped mouse
Firebox

A memory foam pastry that’ll live on their desk…

Their at-home office can use a hint of fun, and this croissant mouse rest is the perfect way to provide just that. Memory foam will keep their wrist comfy, while the pastry design might inspire a few quick Google searches about roundtrip flights to Paris. ($11.99. Firebox)

$11.99, Firebox
Garden scissors
Goodee

Durable scissors made from carbon steel in Japan…

The Sentei Garden Scissors from Niwaki are crafted from carbon steel in Japan, rendering them able to cut through both delicate flowers and thicker, woodier items alike. Consider these the golden standard for the friend who loves tending to their indoor plants. ($35, Goodee

$35, Goodee
curvy glasses
Poketo

A curvy glass set worthy of a museum display…

The double wall of this glass set serves two purposes: one, it looks super cool, and two, it adds extra insulation to keep drinks at their optimal temperature. In other words, it keeps cold drinks cold and hot drinks hot. ($25, Poketo)

$25, Poketo
lying down duck lamp
Amazon

A rechargeable LED lamp with the most adorable designs we’ve ever seen…

This squishy, lie-flat LED lamp may have three adjustable brightness levels and a water-resistant silicone but the real reason we want it? Animal-inspired designs in the likes of a duck, panda, chicken, pig, or rabbit. We dare you to find a more adorable night-light. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon

$15.99, Amazon
Watercolor paint set
Amazon

A watercolor set for an activity that’s not doomscrolling…

Encourage their creativity with a watercolor paint set, including 50 hues, a nylon paintbrush, a water brush pen, six detail paint brushes, a sponge, and a swatch sheet. Who knows? Maybe this is the only thing standing between them and their own gallery opening. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon

$19.99, Amazon
Card game
Amazon

An interactive card game to increase connection and intimacy…

Esther Perel is a psychotherapist who’s gained traction for her takes on healthy human relationships, and she designed this conversation card game to influence connection amongst peers and partners. There are over 200 prompt cards for games that can be played in groups of two through six. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon)

$40, Amazon
Lego flowers
Amazon

A Lego bouquet that doesn’t require constant watering…

Fresh bouquets are beautiful but their lives — despite how attentive you are to their sun and water needs — are far too short. Consider this poppy- and lavender-filled Lego bouquet a lasting arrangement that’s equally fun to build. ({{dynamicPrice}}, Amazon

$44.98, Amazon
Candle
Birthdate

A personalized birthday candle that comes with a tarot reading…

There are 365 options for the Birthdate candle (a personalized matchup for every day of the year) that includes a tarot card, detailed personality description, and ruling planet and number labeled right on the votive. Every day has a unique scent, too: August 5th, for example, combines rosemary, chamomile, and shea. ($44.99, Birthdate)

$44.99, Birthdate

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