Millennials have quite a reputation in the media. To some, they are the laziest generation. To others, the most hardworking and sensible. Whatever your views, it’s likely that you know someone that falls into the Millennials category in terms of when they were born. Also referred to as Generation Y, or Gen Y, Millennials digital pioneers when it comes to the bulk of modern tech. They are more focused on concepts like self-care, personal happiness, and dream fulfillment. Since Millennials can be so many things, we’ve composed a list of gifts for Millennials that run the gamut of silly, logical, fun, and memorable. You’ve got options!
Mini Bag Sealer
It’s such a pain to buy those little baggie clips for your chips and other snacks. This gadget reseals snack bags easily with the press of a button and a slow glide across the bag’s top. It’s handy, portable, and perfect for anywhere, anytime eats
Carbon Eyeglass Cleaner
Need a better cleanser for your eyeglasses? This cleaner is an on-the-go option for getting those pesky smudges off of glasses. Greasy fingers on lenses? Remnants of dust? Clean it up quicker.
Trivianelle Game for Millennials
If there’s one thing that millennials love, it’s trivia! Pubs, bars, and clubs are our jam when it comes to trivia nights, and we dominate with cool, quirky team names. This game embodies all of the useless knowledge we’ve learned over the years
Orbits Eye Stone
It’s a refrigerated spa treatment for tired, sore peepers. Made from bedrock stones, put them in the fridge for a cool, refreshing pick-me-up to banish puffiness, redness, and fine lines
Birth Stone Wine Bottle Stopper
What’s your birthstone? What about the recipient’s birthstone? Or even their favorite gemstone? Pick a month and get a corresponding wine bottle stopper with a crystal to represent someone’s birthstone. It’s classy, beautiful, and sparkly.
Slim Pen Set
For the minimalist, slim pens are easier to stow away in compact places, like small purses, tiny desk drawers, and front jeans pockets. They write well with smooth, black ink, and won’t dry out if you accidentally leave them uncapped overnight.
Fitness and Recovery Cube
The fitness cube is soaked in essential oils that have been proven to relieve pain and promote healing after a workout. If you know a major gym buff, gift them one of these cubes to delay the onset of severe muscle soreness after a brutal routine. Smells like wintergreen!
Leather Plant Hanger
Leather is stronger than most ropes that are used for typical plant hangers. This one is a woven work of art where your millennial bestie can hang their ferns, ivies, or succulents. Beautifully handcrafted and ready for hanging right out of the package
Bamboo Cheeseboard Set with Swivels
Great for parties and swanky get-togethers, cheeseboards are fun for everyone because… well, snacks. Everyone loves snacks! Comes with swivels and a set of cheese knives for the slicing and dicing of cheeses, small veggies, jams, and charcuterie meats
Sustainable pick
Recycled Bento Box
Bento boxes began in Japan and picked up steam around the world for lunch lovers everywhere. This one is eco-friendly, made from recycled materials, with several compartments for an assortment of on-the-go snacks
Bandana
Trust Yourself. It’s a heartfelt message that spans decades of love and friendship. Ergo, when you gift this bandana, you are gifting hope, encouragement, and support for whatever your bestie faces, wherever they go
Smart Handbag Light + Charger
Handbags can be smart now. These are all about tech-savviness, with a rechargeable LED light and USB charger in the bag itself. Perfect for anywhere, everywhere charging for important gadgets, like tablets, smartphones, and laptop computers
Calming Lavender Health Pillow
Lavender is a calming element, perfect for soothing muscles and unwinding nerves. This pillow is a de-stressor. It helps relieve anxiety with a sniff while helping the user doze easily, effortlessly, and pleasantly into dreamland.
Flexible Universal Table Stand
Need a table wherever you go? This one is portable. Put it at the bedside for impromptu chitchat with loved ones before sleepy time. Use it as a work desk when you can’t seem to muster the energy to get off the couch. It’s flexible, compact, and can go anywhere
Toiletries Case
Does your bestie travel a lot? Gift them with a toiletries case for their next adventure. it fits all of the essentials, like shampoos, body washes, and conditioners, as well as a toothbrush, toothpaste, and little box of floss. TSA approved!
Portable Power Blender
The millennial generation is all about portability. Hence why a power blender would be a great idea for on-the-go commuters, explorers, day trippers, and anyone going anywhere. Life is busy and chaotic, so make sure they have a reliable means of smoothies and protein shakes to keep them going
Color Changing Love Potion Cocktail
It’s a little witchy and a little romantic, but a whole lotta fun. Spice up a new, or old, romance with some brew. Bring your booze, stir in some special ingredients, and watch the “potion” change colors before you take a decadent sip
Sudoku Game
Millennials grew up with jigsaw puzzles, word searches, and board games galore, so we love a good competitive round of Sudoku. Test your knowledge of patterns and numbers. It’s a colorful play on the classic Sudoku challenges
Folding Bed Tray
Do you ever wake up with zero desire to get out of bed? Sure, you have some stuff to do today, but it can wait. This folding bedside tray is there for you when you need snacks, remotes, tech gadgets, and books at hand for your lazy days.
Marble Drink Coaster Set
Beautifully marbled, this drink coaster set is the perfect housewarming gift for the millennials who just bought their first house or got into a new apartment. Keep drink rings off the tables while having a pretty conversation piece to set cups on!
Sustainable pick
Tote and Tumbler Set
Millennials love wine. We could keep booze in business, and wine is perfect for anywhere, everywhere we go. So, this tote and tumbler set is a must-have. It’s a backpack with enough room for a wine bottle (or three) and two insulated no-tip wine cups. Call it your picnic pal!
Bartending Kit
Bartending is made easier with a kit that teaches everyday millennials how to shake up, stir up, and mix their own boozy beverages. It’s a 24-piece cocktail set, complete with tumblers, shakers, mixing sticks, and a recipe book for new favorite brews
Wooden Shot Tray
Drink up! It’s a celebration! If you hate yelling to quiet down your friends at a party, or if you want something fun to incorporate into a party game, this wooden shot tray is awesome. It fits six shots. Ring the bell, make a toast, and let the liquor warm you all the way down.
Stained Glass Houseplant
Have you ever seen a houseplant made out of stained glass? These are beautifully handcrafted succulents, made from stained glass to look like real houseplants. Each one is unique, and they are potted to resemble real ferns, curving vines, and flowers
Smart Diffuser Lamp
It’s a portable, rechargeable light and scent diffuser. There are three settings, taking you from a gentle, warm glow to a shine of brightness to talk, laugh, and live by. Put drops of your favorite essential oil scents into the bowl for slow, pleasant diffusion.
Serene Home Spa Gift Set
Eucalyptus collides with almonds and coconuts in this spa experience from the comforts of home. Soap up with suds that soothe your mind, scrub down with a loofah to exfoliate skin, and use a spritz for an all-day reminder of relaxation and zen
Personalized Round Chopping Board
Millennials have made some of the best chefs and home cooks, so, of course, they’d appreciate some of the best chopping boards on the market. This one is round and handcrafted from premium wood that can be personalized as a sentimental keepsake
Smart Coffee Maker
All kinds of gadgets are smart these days. Caffeine keeps Gen X going – so, gift your millennial friends with a smart coffee maker to get them started in the mornings. It brews, warms, and refills by automatic settings that can be customized to meet the needs of each user.
DIY Barn Quilt Painting Gift Set
We’ve all been to the flea markets where quilters have hung elaborate blankets, hand-stitched and beautiful. This set is kinda like those, only less intensive and just as creative. The designs are inspired by those quilts, while the crafty part involves paints and an artistic touch.
Seasoning Shaker Set
Used to, seasonings meant salt and pepper, but there are so many other seasonings to choose from now. These seasonings set represents all four seasons – autumn, springtime, winter, and summer – each with its own dome of art and a reservoir for salt, pepper, and whatever other seasoning you like
Getaway Experiences
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Why give the usual gift when you can gift an experience? Millennials have a love of adventure, so give your friends a chance to explore and experience something exciting and new. Choose from dozens of adventurous indoor and outdoor options all across the United States.
Phone Bag
For the minimalist in your life, this crossbody phone bag fits an iPhone (or most other smartphones), cash, cards, and a few other small belongings. It’s enough for your millennial friend to take the essentials with them wherever they go
Unisex Waffle Robe
Made from organic cotton and oh-so-soft, this waffle robe is a must-have for millennials. Or anyone, really. It’s available in sizes XS to XL – toasty enough to sit in for hours after a morning shower
Virtual Reality Head Gear
Have you ever played around with virtual reality games? This headgear is the perfect accessory for VR gameplay. It’s got headphones and Bluetooth connectivity, so you can answer calls and interact with the outside world while you’re in the midst of any game. Or it could be totally immersive – your call.
Ice Cream Maker
If you’ve ever wanted to make your own ice cream, this machine is how. It serves up two quarts of any flavor. Just follow the instructions to get creamy, delicious, sweet treats to serve at your next friendly get-together. Saves big on buying a new quart every week!
Minimal Wall Clock
This wall clock has been stripped down to the basics of simplicity and minimalism. The face is a simple onyx with a backdrop of slots and dots to represent the time. It would look great in an IT office