A Trusted Friend in a Complicated World
Updated on Nov. 14, 2024
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We all have at least one person in our lives who’s impossible to shop for. These people seem to have everything already or are incredibly picky. Or maybe the issue is that you’re looking for gift ideas that are as special as they are, so everything seems kind of boring by comparison. Whatever the challenge, we can all agree that finding gifts for people who have everything is tough—but you’re in the right place.
We’ve got loads of unique gifts for men and women that are sure to impress even the most discerning giftee, whether you’re shopping for Christmas, Hanukkah, a birthday, an anniversary or any other occasion. Think personalized gifts they’ll treasure forever, cool tech gifts that’ll make their lives easier, beauty gifts they’ll silently thank you for every time they use, handmade gifts that’ll make them feel special and so much more. We were determined to find gifts for all sorts of people, so let us reassure your shopping woes with the best gifts for people who have everything.
Get the marshmallows ready because this nifty Solo Stove bonfire system is one of the best gifts for people who have everything. It’s a portable, smokeless fire pit that creates a super-efficient burn that’s mesmerizing to watch. Like the best gifts for campers, it’s easy to take on camping trips or simply use in the backyard.
“The Bonfire 2.0 is Solo Stove’s best-selling fire pit for a reason,” Mary Henn, shopping editor, writes in her Solo Stove Bonfire 2.0 review. “It’s backyard-size, portable and comes in a range of colors with a variety of compatible accessories made for any campfire occasion.”
We know what everyone truly wants: a Cozy Earth bamboo sheet set. Available in 17 colors and patterns, these best cooling bed sheets are made of 100% premium viscose from bamboo fabric to ward off night sweats. The brand offers a 100-night sleep trial, so your giftee can decide if they’re right for them (spoiler: They will be).
“You know that incredible feeling when you’ve just showered and you slide into a bed with freshly washed sheets? Amplify that with the cooling properties and it’s pretty unreal,” says Caitlyn Fitzpatrick, senior shopping editor.
Gardenuity is one of our favorite plant subscription services, but they also offer personalized gardens for gifting. This garden-in-a-box makes it easy to grow tea plants, herbs or vegetables. If your giftee likes cooking with fresh ingredients, they’ll love growing them. Each kit comes with instructions to contact Gardenuity, who will match your giftee to their plants, which are then sent from one of their farm partners.
“Don’t default to the traditional mall chocolate stores when you’re searching for a gift,” says senior shopping editor Caroline Lubinsky. “Vosges truffles offer unique flavors in a beautiful box that is sure to stun even the pickiest loved one.” From curry-based picks to the Gianduia (a hazelnut and dark milk chocolate truffle), each inclusion feels purposeful and exotic without going too adventurous.
“I’ll admit it: I’m a blanket hog,” says senior shopping editor Katie Bandurski. “Whenever I settle in for a movie night, I inadvertently pull the cozy fabric off my husband and onto myself. Oops. Well, thanks to Big Blanket, my selfish tendencies matter no more. This 10×10-foot blanket (10×10 feet!) is massive and more than covers the both of us,” adds Katie. “In my testing, I was awed by the velvety soft fabric and plush, slightly weighted feel. It’s the ideal blanket for lounging on the couch, snuggling or even building a blanket fort. Plus, it’s machine washable.”
No one wants to carry a garment bag in addition to their luggage, so this Halfday multi-tasker will be a welcome relief. Half garment bag and half duffel bag, it fits a full suit or dress along with a long weekend’s worth of clothes. It also keeps all of it unwrinkled and ready to wear. It even features interior pockets to keep shoes separate.
Impress the team you work with or your entire family with this over-the-top artisan charcuterie board. A whopping 37 scrumptious cheeses, meats, dried fruits, nuts, chocolates and spreads are piled onto a gorgeous keepsake acacia wood board. And if that isn’t enough, there are also three swoon-worthy ready-to-bake brie en croûte pastries and three full boxes of crackers.
Anybody who loves to cook probably owns, or wishes they owned, an Always Pan. This cult favorite has sold out 10 times and once had a waitlist of more than 50,000. The large Always Pan is, literally, even bigger and better than the bestselling original, with an additional 2 inches of cooking space. This ceramic, nonstick pan is a workhorse that sautés, fries, roasts, boils, bakes, braises, sears, strains, serves and stores. Plus, it’s oven-safe up to 450 degrees.
This game-changing hot chocolate maker should really be called a haute chocolate maker because it uses real chocolate flakes to elevate the classic comfort drink to a whole new level. Think authentic, European-style hot chocolate that’s so rich and flavorful that they’ll never be able to drink the powdered stuff again.
A few months of Bean Box coffee subscriptions are technically practical gifts for people who have everything because coffee is an essential way to start the morning, right? Choose from whole bean or ground coffee, as well as the quantity and frequency of the subscription. It’s a no-brainer gift for coffee lovers, and it makes a conversation-starting gift for neighbors.
Being able to sleep well is a gift—one that comes along with this temperature-balancing blanket. Sleep Number’s True Temp Blanket features 37.5 technology that embeds responsibly sourced volcanic minerals into the fabric to remove moisture and resist heat and humidity buildup. Available in five colors, the cooling blanket is hypoallergenic and Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex certified, so your recipient can rest easy.
If there’s one thing TikTok has taught us besides hair slugging, it’s that heatless curls are so much easier and less damaging than traditional curling methods. All she needs to achieve perfect waves is this viral Lilysilk Silk curling headband and scrunchie set. It comes with everything she needs to easily wrap her hair in snag-free silk before heading to bed and waking up with the most gorgeous, heat-free curls.
Add a pretty spoon to this gift because true PB&J lovers will want to eat it right out of the jar. This set of six peanut butter blends is handmade in small batches in Zionsville, Indiana. It’s infused with honey-roasted peanuts with sweet and salty add-ins, such as chocolate chips, pretzels, toffee, cherries, coconut, white chocolate and Rice Krispies. Bread and jelly are totally optional.
Beachgoers will love having this Shibumi Shade for their next trip. This wind-powered shade provides 150 square feet of shade and ultraviolet protection factor (UPF) 50+ sun protection. That means there’s plenty of room for beach chairs, bags, coolers and other gear. Best of all, it’s extremely compact and lightweight and sets up in just a couple of minutes.
Tweens and teens will love being able to print out all of their favorite Instagram photos on HP’s instant photo printer. All they have to do is use the free app to edit and customize photos from their smartphone, then instantly print glossy, sticky-backed, 3.5-inch by 4.25-inch pictures. It uses Zink (Zero Ink) technology, so no ink cartridges or toner are required.
If they’re frequently catching flights, they’ll need a functional, yet nice-to-look-at, bag to bring with them. Béis’ The Weekender has a 49-liter capacity, trolley passthrough and tons of organizational pockets. Just choose from the nine color options.
“I love how big the opening on The Weekender is. It makes it easy to dig for belongings mid-flight,” says Fitzpatrick. “I was worried that I would end up regretting the light beige color, but several flights later, my bag still looks good!”
If they’re a fitness fanatic who’s always looking for the best equipment to add to their home gym, they’ll love the Centr adjustable dumbbell. Just one dumbbell allows them to lift anywhere from 5 to 50 pounds by simply rotating the bi-directional ergonomic handle. It also comes with a free three-month subscription to the Centr app, which provides training, nutrition and mindfulness coaching from Chris Hemsworth’s team of experts.
They will undoubtedly want to break open their favorite bottle before sitting down to work on this 1,000-piece puzzle. Each one is created by sommeliers and designed to walk you through the world of wine and spirits, so they’ll even learn a thing or two as they piece it together. This makes an excellent gift for people who have everything, especially the wine lovers and whiskey drinkers on your list!
The cozy feel and flattering fit of the Lululemon Steady State half zip is so popular that the brand hardly keeps it in stock. That’s because it features all the comfort and appeal of his favorite sweatshirt but with every detail made so much better. It is naturally breathable and has a perfectly relaxed and casual fit. He’ll wear it with business casual pants to the gym and everywhere in between.
Nothing gets in the way of a good nap like having to take off your jewelry to get comfortable. Luckily, having the best nap earrings, like this pair from Mint & Lily, means your napping-loving friend can comfortably catch zzz’s whenever they’d like. That’s because these earrings, available in gold and silver, have flat backs to avoid the risk of a startling poke.
“These are so pretty. I love how they’re dainty yet still visible,” says Bandurski. “Plus, once you get them in, they truly disappear—I didn’t feel them at all. Of the ones I tried, this would be my go-to daily pair.”
Send in a photo of their furry family member, and the geniuses at Cuddle Clones will create a shockingly accurate plush replica. Handcrafted with care and painstaking attention to detail, the results are astounding, going steps above a pet portrait. This would make a deeply meaningful gift for someone who’s recently lost a pet.
Know someone who just can’t seem to get comfortable at night? You’ll be their newfound hero when you gift them the Purple Harmony pillow. This top-rated cooling pillow is made of hypoallergenic Talalay latex and is surrounded by its famous Purple Grid material, which comfortably cushions your head and neck. It’s wrapped in a moisture-wicking Honeycomb GelFlex Grid material, so they’ll never see another unsightly yellow sweat stain on their pillow ever again.
If you’re looking for the best desserts, look no further than Magnolia Bakery, makers of the world’s most sinfully delicious banana pudding. For this sampler pack, you can choose between Classic or Variety banana pudding multipacks. It also includes four brownies and four blondies that are simply perfection.
Gifts for people who have everything are as easy as making sure their favorite reader always has a new book or two at their disposal with a Scribd subscription. Scribd offers more than two million e-books, more than 300,000 audiobooks and more than one million magazine and news articles. It’s basically like gifting a book lover their own personal library.
He lives in T-shirts and jeans but knows how to wear them with flair. This casual waffle crew from Vuori will become one of his favorite weekend tops because it looks as good as it feels. Made of ultra-soft cotton and modal, it features a flattering fit and interesting details like ribbing at the neck and cuffs.
This thoughtfully curated collection of 24 of The Spice House’s most mouthwatering offerings—Brisket of Love Barbecue Rub, Jamaica Jerk Seasoning, Hungarian Sweet Paprika, etc.—will spark their imagination in the kitchen. They’ll get half a cup of each spice, so hopefully, you’ll earn a dinner invitation so you can try them, too.
Hello Adorn is known for its gorgeous, yet affordable, handmade jewelry, so consider buying these friendship bracelets in pairs for you and your bestie. What makes them so special is the fact that they acknowledge opposites often attract by offering on-target combinations, like High Maintenance-Low Maintenance and Introvert-Extrovert. You’ll both get a kick out of this very special gift for your BFF every time you both look at your wrists.
It’s easy to see why this human-sized dog bed is a winner for people who have everything. Inspired by the shape of the canine version, this upgraded napping spot features mattress-grade orthopedic and memory foam, a built-in 360-degree pillow bolster to support their head and neck and the softest vegan fur covering.
I tested this gift idea and can confirm my husband and four children spend more time on the Plufl than our couch. I actually had to get a second Plufl to accommodate us all on our Friday family movie nights.
Pickleball is the fastest-growing sport in the country, and whether they play every day or have just learned about it, Recess has a pickleball paddle to up their game and their style. Available in more than a dozen colors and prints, these paddles truly stand out on the court. Bundle sets of two or four paddles as a lovely gift so anyone can play singles or doubles with their buds.
If they check their horoscope daily and ask, “What’s your sign?” when they first meet someone, they’ll be grateful for zodiac candles made just for them. Hand-poured in small batches, the all-natural soy and coconut wax personalized candle is scented with a custom blend and has a burn time of 60 to 80 hours.
If you’re looking for a one-of-a-kind gift idea for your wife, it’s impossible to come up with something more unique than the heartbeats of the people they love most. Bond Heart, an emotional wearable from the makers of the popular Bond Touch, lets them create a library of heartbeats and then feel them on a heart-shaped pendant they’ll wear around their neck. It’s comforting, meaningful and, if you add yours to their collection, a true gift from the heart.
Watch them turn any outdoor space into their own personal pizza place with this game-changing portable oven from Gozney. Designed to cook a Neapolitan pizza in 60 seconds, the restaurant-grade oven lets them switch between woodfire and gas cooking to add dishes like steak and chicken wings to their repertoire. Retractable legs, a built-in thermometer and a professional-grade pizza peel are just some of the features that make this oven so amazing.
“After six months of cooking in the Gozney Roccbox, I’ve concluded that cooking in this pizza oven is just plain fun,” writes our tester, Molly Allen, in her Gozney pizza oven review. “I’ve continued to cook pizzas with both wood and gas on this dual-fuel pizza oven and have found its performance for wood-fired pizza to be top-notch.”
Sure, this beautifully crafted tower is meant for their feline friends, but it fits in purr-fectly with nearly any decor. Easy to assemble and clean, it’ll hold one or more cats up to 23 pounds. Cat owners will be excited that their four-legged family members can play, sleep and just chill out in the handwoven wicker baskets on the wooden tree trunks, taking in the view from their cozy cushions.
Quince’s famous $50 cashmere sweater is so soft and cozy that it’s no wonder that it tends to sell out every year. It comes in over a dozen colors, is available in sizes extra-small through extra-large and is made of 100% Grade-A Mongolian cashmere. It’s one of the best sweaters to dress up or down, and layers like a dream. They also offer an affordable men’s cashmere crewneck sweater if you’re looking for a cozy his-and-hers gift.
If they’ve hopped on the bread-baking craze, then they need a quality bread knife in their kitchen. Hammer Stahl’s Offset bread knife is specifically made to cut through thick loaves and sandwiches with ease and speed. It’s made with German steel and is crafted for lasting durability. This would make a highly coveted gift for the mom who loves to whip up homemade oven bread.
Give them a vacation in their own backyard with this Yellow Leaf hammock that’s easy to hang anywhere. Handmade and signed by the artist who wove it, each one-of-a-kind hammock is ultra soft, durable and able to hold up to 400 pounds.
“I never realized how wonderful and calming having a hammock could be, as I remember the old-school stiff hammocks that felt unstable and tippy,” writes Sheri Kaz, associate product reviews editor, in her Yellow Leaf Hammocks review. “Conversely, the Yellow Leaf Hammocks offering conforms to my body and cocoons me in a soft, weightless cradle.”
They may have hundreds or even thousands of baby photos on their phones. However, new parents would appreciate having a tangible copy of their favorites. Gift them a subscription to Chatbooks, have them download the app and every month, they’ll receive an adorable softcover book filled with the 30 photos they chose. By the time the 12th book arrives, they’ll have an invaluable library documenting their baby’s first year. It also comes with a Toddler Guarantee to replace it for free if their child uses it to teethe on.
Give them a moment of zen with the relaxing Buddha Board, which is based on the philosophy of living in the moment. The set comes with everything they need to create a piece of art and then watch it disappear. Using only water and the included bamboo brush, they can express themselves in words or pictures.
Give them a gift that will add as much light to their life as they add to yours with this Apotheke charcoal candle that boasts three wicks for maximum shine. Housed in a sleek, elegant black vessel, the soy wax blend candle has a burn time of more than 120 hours. During that time, their space will be filled with the warm and welcoming scent of charcoal with notes of cedarwood and sandalwood blended with smoky amber and oud.
Who says Lego is just for kids? This 756-piece flower set from the adult-oriented Lego Botanical Collection will appeal to anyone who likes to build and create. The 15 flowers, including roses, daisies and snapdragons, are breathtakingly realistic, thanks to 17 new floral and leaf pieces made (appropriately) from plant-based elements. Even if they lack a green thumb, they’ll be proud to be able to display a bouquet of their own flowers.
Watch how quickly they toss aside their favorite old sweatshirt for this super-soft Lululemon hoodie that’s much more stylish. Made of a naturally breathable cotton-blend fleece with a little spandex for stretch, it has just the right amount of slouch for easy movement and shape for a casual-chic look. Plus, it has pockets! Pair it with sweatpants to create their go-to loungewear set for every day.
This practical watertight phone bag means they never have to worry about their phone getting ruined in the rain or at the beach. It’s one of the best cell phone accessories because the waterproof closure protects the phone itself while the touchscreen-compatible center allows them to keep texting, emailing and scrolling. There’s even a transparent camera window on the back to safely take pictures during inclement weather. The bag comes with a removable lanyard to be worn around their neck, keeping them happily connected at all times.
Being able to sleep well is a gift—one that comes along with this soothing muslin blanket. Its airy, organic fabric is nice and cool, but it can be layered atop a heavier blanket to help take the chill off. Available in five soothing colors, this cozy blanket is hypoallergenic and Standard 100 by Oeko-Tex certified, so your recipient can rest easy.
You can’t give her the Fountain of Youth, but this comprehensive kit just might be the next best thing. Featuring everything she needs to keep her skin looking young and healthy, from cleanser to moisturizer, it will make her bedtime routine easy to follow and, most importantly, effective. When she wakes up glowing, she’ll truly appreciate the meaning of beauty sleep.
This isn’t just any alarm clock. The Hatch Restore 2 features a sunrise lighting effect that gently lets the body know it’s time to wake up. It’s a pleasant alternative to blaring, terrible sounds (although it will make a sound if they want it to). It has a soothing light and sleep sounds to help you drift into a blissful sleep.
If she regularly wears perfume, chances are that she’s heard of (and lusted over) Maison Francis Kurkdjian’s Baccarat Rouge 540. But with a steep price tag, it’s not exactly in reach for most budgets. That’s where the Oakcha Sweven perfume comes in. Its floral-woody-amber scent is a dead ringer for the more expensive version. The giftee won’t have to worry about falling in love with the Baccarat dupe because it’s wallet-friendly enough to purchase over and over again.
If you read our Leather Honey review, you already know that it’s one of the easiest ways to condition leather. This conditioner genuinely looks and feels like honey. Rubbing a little in with a cloth restores old leather to a buttery-smooth finish and conditions newer pieces. A little bit goes a long way, and it even protects against damage and stains.
This fun-to-use gift is an affordable option they’ll use year-round. The Hamilton Beach breakfast sandwich maker comes in a variety of trendy colors, takes up nearly no counter space and costs under $30. Within minutes, a nutritious breakfast loaded with warm bread, eggs cooked to perfection and plenty of toppings is ready to go. Simple operation and cleanup also make it one of the best gifts for college students or gifts for people who have everything.
Increase your odds of winning the gift-giving game this year with the heirloom-quality Scrabble deluxe edition. It’s a luxurious take on the classic game, boasting a solid wood format and mahogany finish. The built-in turntable feature and raised tile bed have earned it rave reviews.
If the deck is their favorite place to be, this gorgeous Keter portable outdoor table is a wow-worthy gift idea they’ll use all year round. It easily moves from the deck to the patio, the garage to the yard and anywhere else that requires a tabletop with storage. For an extra-special gift, load it up with grilling essentials and outdoor games.
Everything retro is back, which means this year’s most unexpectedly popular gift is a new set of Btfl pro roller skates. Choose from sizes and colors for the whole family, and then fall in love with the lightweight chassis and sturdy aluminum axles.
Buying someone a bottle of cologne can be hit or miss. That’s why we love this Sephora sampler set. It includes 11 sample-size fragrances that he can try, along with a scent certificate to redeem for one full-size bottle. Once he selects his favorite scent, all he has to do is bring the scent certificate to any Sephora store in the U.S. or just go on Sephora.com to redeem for a full-size bottle at no extra cost.
Whether they have a stylish beach house or just love coastal decor, a roomy Will & Atlas jute basket is a unique gift idea they’ll use for years to come. It’ll help them corral piles of books, wayward accessories and closet clutter and help them organize the messiest spots in their house. It’s a versatile, timeless piece they’ll love showing off as one of the best gifts for people who have everything.
The budget-friendly Logitech K380 wireless keyboard offers Bluetooth connectivity and eye-catching style all in one package. Available in modern shades like lavender, rose, gray and sandy beige, it offers soft-touch rounded keys and a modern design. As one of the best tech gifts, it’s a more creative take on typical keyboards and makes a brilliant gift for writers, too.
For those who love taking photos and Polaroids, gift them the cutest display stand in town. These adorable boot photo stands are made to hold a Polaroid-sized photo, but they can also stow matches or bobby pins. Everyone will fight over them at the white elephant gift exchange.
One of the best gifts for people who have everything is an elevated version of something they already own. Let scooping kitty litter be a thing of the past. The Litter-Robot 4 automatically cleans itself, so it’s one less thing they have to regularly think about and do.
“While Litter Robot reviews (including mine) confirm it’s not perfect, the updated model resolves many of the previous issues and offers a revolutionary convenience to those coming from old-fashioned litter boxes, especially for multi-cat households,” Reina Galhea, executive editor, says in her Litter Robot review.
Add this Papier notebook to the list of thoughtful gifts for people who have everything but are starting a new chapter in their lives. The brand is known for its high-quality paper items, and this hardcover notebook is filled with 96 lined, blank or bullet/dotted pages so they can write out their deepest feelings and gratitudes or just doodle. And, if you’re looking for a personalized gift, you can add their name on the front for a special touch.
This is the next best thing to actually dining at Rubirosa, one of the most beloved restaurants in New York’s Little Italy. This sauce bundle brings its signature pasta and sauces right to your recipient to make at home. The cheery tin includes three unique pasta shapes–Trottole, Casarecce and Lumache–and is accompanied by Rubirosa’s Vodka Sauce, Marinara Sauce and Olive Oil, all of which can be used in the recipes on its website. Mangia!
Cozy sherpa fleece, a high neck and functional pockets make Vuori’s Sycamore jacket a must-have for any gal who runs cold. It has a classic fit, falls at the hips and is sure to be her new favorite jacket. Overall, reviewers say it runs true to size, but you might want to size up so you can comfortably wear it over a sweater or sweatshirt in the colder months. These make the best gifts for people who have everything yet are always chilly.
If you’re looking for timeless/perennial gifts (aka gifts for people who have everything), paying attention to shopping trends around the holidays can help tremendously. According to Statista, the most popular gifts as of 2023 were money/gift cards, apparel (clothing and shoes), cosmetics, food and drink and tech. While this isn’t probably going to give you that magic answer you might be seeking, it might help narrow your search to the things people typically want/need regularly (yes, even those that are seemingly impossible to shop for).
Unfortunately, finding gifts for people who have everything comes with some pitfalls, like the chance you could get them something they really don’t want or appreciate. But knowing the most unwanted gifts can help you avoid that. According to a 2023 study that was shared by the New York Post, the most unwanted gifts include bad romance novels, diet plans, car manuals and soap on a rope—and those are just the top four. Check out the rest of the list for yourself, and maybe consider avoiding these gifts this holiday season.
This is an expansive question that’s probably impossible to answer, but one category has been consistently growing every year: cash/gift cards. Once considered gauche, people seem to now swing in the other direction—perhaps realizing that getting money and certificates allows gift recipients to buy themselves exactly what they want. Here’s some even better news: Most, if not all, of the brands on our list above offer some kind of gift card, should you choose to go that route. This also makes them excellent gifts for people who have everything.
