10 holiday gift ideas for younger adults

Have you started holiday shopping for the young adult in your life? What do 20-somethings like nowadays? Maybe we can help. Here’s a list of 10 types of gifts for young adults:

1. Home goods

   Whether living in a dorm or their first apartment, there are plenty of things they need when starting out on their own. Chances are they have most of the essentials, so consider practical items they could always use more of, such as organizing containers, a multipurpose tool, cookbook, blankets or storage solutions.

2. Technology

   Headphones and phone chargers are easily breakable and seem to disappear often, so they can always use backups. Or, if you want to splurge, consider Bluetooth speakers, mini movie projector, tablet or a smart watch.

3. Game night

   Board games are making a comeback these days. Start or add to their collection with classic games like Monopoly, Scrabble, Clue or Risk. Or, opt for a newer game like Hive, Codenames, Unsolved Case Files, Half Truth or Escape Room in a box. Add in some game night snacks or a gift card for pizza for added fun!

4. Subscription boxes

   Gift beyond the holidays with a three-month subscription box service. Start by looking online and searching for their interests — coffee, cosmetics, fashion, books, movies, food, drinks, etc. There are so many to choose from, you’re likely to find one that fits them!

5. Reminders of home

   Do they live far away from home? Get them a gift with their home city or state on it: artwork, coffee mug, pillow, clothing, glassware, etc.

6. Health conscious

   Anyone can benefit from a gift that supports a healthy lifestyle. If they work out at home, get a pair of weights, exercise clothes, yoga mat or fun water bottle. Or, load them up with a basket of healthy snacks.

7. Events

   Give them the gift of experience with tickets to an event of their interest. A few ideas are a concert, comedy show, sporting event or festival. It’s a gift they’ll never forget!

8. Food

   If they’re in college, they’re probably growing tired of campus dining hall food or cheap processed food. You can always get a restaurant gift card, or take it a step further with a bundle of fun food. Make it extra special by compiling foods from around the world! You can find them in the international section of a grocery store near you or online.

9. Winter essentials

   They can always use things to keep them warm during cold winter months. Supply them with hats, mittens, scarves, boots or a cozy fleece jacket.

   Don’t live in a cold, snowy state? Try for warm-weather items like sunglasses, ball caps, sandals or shorts.

10. Good old-fashioned cash

    When in doubt, they’ll always be happy to accept money. If you want it to be more personal, get them a gift card to their favorite store or online shop.