Great Gifts for Recent College Graduates

While transitions are exciting, they can also be scary. Twenty-somethings experience a ton of new emotions upon college graduation, so this book will be completely relatable and welcomed by the college grad in your life.

How do most adults get by? Coffee. The key to staying perky for that all-important job interview and chipper during the workday is caffeine! If your grad is entering the workforce, and/or possibly living on their own for the first time, this 1-cup coffee maker is a perfect gift they'll be sure to use daily! It's compact to fit in any kitchen, simple to use, and compatible with hundreds of K-Cup pods.

A good set of headphones is a must, especially in this age of Zoom meetings. The Apple Airpods connect easily to all devices as well as seamlessly switch between them. Whether it's for working from home or calling parents at home, they'll definitely come in handy.

A watch is a significant gift that is great for a grad. This stainless steel watch from Citizen will work with both casual and more formal attire and is a nice addition to any young man's wrist!

Now that she’s a college graduate, your young lady needs a purse that makes her look like the young professional she is! Few brands are more fashionable than Kate Spade, and this spacious satchel has a feminine and professional look.

Oh, the places they’ll go with their new luggage! If your loved ones want to start their post grad life with an adventure, this suitcase may be the best way to show your support! This bag comes in several bright, stand-out colors, is lightweight, has 360-degree spinner wheels, and has interior compression to help pack more in. 

Set your new grad up for adult living with some quality sheets. These feature a 720 thread count weave for hotel-style luxury. Order now to take advantage of limited edition styles and colors while you still can!

As grads enter adulthood they’ll learn just how important a good night’s rest is. Start them off on the right foot with this multifunctional sleep machine. It will help them create a personalized sleep routine and the sunrise alarm clock helps mimic the sun for a natural wake-time. There are sounds to help soothe, a soft-glow reading light to reduce eye strain, and  it includes a free trial of Hatch Premium — an optional in-app subscription that offers content such as meditations, sleep stories, soundscapes and more.

Get this grad set up for adulthood with this 7-piece set that will help them find their way around the kitchen. The bakelite handles help avoid kitchen mishaps by staying cool to the touch. The non-stick interior makes for easy cleanup. The set includes 3 pots in varying sizes along with lids and a frying pan.

You’ve likely heard of flower graduation leis before, but how about money leis? This great gift idea could be put toward student loans or for your grad to buy himself something special. Plus, it’s much more memorable than your average cash gift!  

College graduation is certainly something that warrants a toast! Share a celebratory glass of wine in these special glasses that are decorated with artwork inspired by your alma mater. The artist, Josh Seubert, has designed wine glasses for many popular universities!

Would you prefer to give your grad a personalized gift? This personalized laptop bag is a great choice! The perfect accessory for going on to pursue higher degrees or to enter the workplace, this laptop will feature your grad’s name in a font of your choice. Plus, it’s made sustainably from vegan leather. 

If you really aren’t sure what to get for your recent grad, surprise him with an Amazon gift card instead! Since Amazon sells pretty much everything, he will be able to purchase whatever his heart desires. And with Amazon Prime shipping speeds, the gift he chooses will arrive in no time!