7 Thoughtful Graduation Gifts That Say (No, *Scream*) Congrats
We have to raise a glass to the class of 2020, a group who couldn’t have possibly seen this year’s craziness coming, but managed to keep it cool enough to earn impressive degrees. Graduating—whether it be from high school, college, or a master’s program—is a *huge* deal, and this year’s seniors did the damn thing (via virtual classes, no less).
As the new grads in your life start their next chapters, we completely understand wanting to send them off with a gift they’ll actually use, something more meaningful than an envelope full of $$$. Below we’ve rounded up some of the most thoughtful graduation gifts—the ones that will get them excited for what’s ahead and help them de-stress from a long-AF senior year.
1 An Organizer For Future Adventures Béis The Hanging Cosmetic Case in Beige
beistravel.com $46.40 SHOP NOW
Let’s be real: Your new grad probably won’t be getting on a plane any time soon, but that doesn't mean you should sleep on this travel organizer. The stylish, compact case contains three sections that fit a TON of beauty products and keep them neatly organized whether the bag is snug in a carry-on or displayed on a vanity.
2 A Tablet For Work *and* Play Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 with Included S-Pen
samsung.com $649.99 SHOP NOW
This tablet is both a multitasking powerhouse and a new graduate’s BFF. Not only will its included S-Pen (a smart stylus that allows you to seamlessly bop between apps and use the tablet as a notepad) and detachable keyboard book cover (sold separately) come in handy when prepping for stressful interviews, its front cam and giant screen make it crazy convenient for any video calls with friends and/or streaming sessions that follow.
3 A Candle That Reminds You of Home Homesick New York Candle
homesick.com $29.95 SHOP NOW
Gift Homesick’s state or city-themed candles to new graduates who might be starting their next chapters far from home, as each one features a mash-up of notes that smell like the place it was named after.
4 A Padfolio That Only *Looks* Expensive Poppin Storm Velvet Large Padfolio with Writing Pad
poppin.com $25.00 SHOP NOW
It’s elegant and professional, but somehow skips the elevated price tag. This padfolio—with its ~smooth~ as hell velvet exterior and crisp notepad—will make any new grad wielding it feel that much more prepared walking into their next interview.
5 A Relaxing Essential Oil Diffuser Vitruvi Blush Stone Diffuser
vitruvi.com $119.00 SHOP NOW
Give the gift of good vibes and even better scents. Any new graduate will appreciate this sleek diffuser, which can quietly fill a room (as big as 540 square feet) with the de-stressing fragrances of essentials oils.
6 A Kit For At-Home Spa Days Sephora Collection Holy Sheet! Set
vitruvi.com $48.00 SHOP NOW
It’s a spa day! (Kind of.) This jumbo box contains the makings of many R&R sessions including an array of masking products, scrubs, cleansing towelettes, and one full-sized body butter.
7 A Coffee Table-Friendly Photo Album Crate and Barrel Good Times Photo Album Book
crateandbarrel.com $35.00 SHOP NOW
Getting a graduating senior a photo album to fill with memories of the last four years is super meaningful. Gifting them one that doubles as new apartment decor the way this one does is genius.
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