For the Individuals Who Already Own Everything of Value
Gifting is all about recognizing the recipient's passions and finding something that complements their interests, offering a fresh experience or viewpoint. If you're trying to find the ideal present for someone who appears to have everything, you need to dig deeper and find something they didn't even know they desired. So instead of adding another gift card to their pile, here are some ideas for your most selective loved ones:
Provide an experience
For the individual who buys whatever they desire as soon as they desire it, shift your focus to experiences. Sure, this might be an obvious choice, but you can still be purposeful with it. Arrange a local cooking class, wine tasting, pottery workshop, concert tickets, or other events that align with their preferences. If we adhere to the philosophy of "it's the thought that counts," the effort of giving events and activities is far more meaningful than material possessions.
Unforeseen voyage
Gifts related to travel provide a wealth of possibilities. If your budget allows, surprise that frequent traveler or travel enthusiast with elements of a trip, such as plane tickets, hotel bookings, or even complete travel packages. Alternatively, think outside the box and consider travel accessories:
- Personalized luggage tags, $28.99
- Shoe-cleaning travel bags, $17.99
- Collapsible water bottles, $9.99
- Electronics organizer travel case, $19.99
Subscription services
For individuals with diverse tastes who enjoy surprises, subscription-box services make excellent gifts, particularly monthly ones that continue to delight in the months following Christmas. There are countless different subscription boxes available that deliver items such as books, coffee, health snacks, or even exotic meats and alcohol. Pay for a recurring shipment for a set period, and they'll receive items tailored to their unique preferences. Consider a flower subscription service for the eco-conscious, an Atlas coffee club subscription for the caffeine addicts in your life, or perhaps a stylish Japanese snack box.
Luxurious consumables
Lifehacker's Alice Bradley received a Murray's Cheese gift basket this year and "lost her dang mind." Consumables like cheese, candles, napkins - think elevated versions of everyday items, like cashmere socks ($25.99) or premium hand soap ($29.99).
Luxury Hand Soap Collection
Emphasis on comfort
If this person already has everything, why not add some comforts to their life of luxury?
- Relaxing candles set, $16.99. Once the candles are burned, these jars are attractive enough to be repurposed into plant pots or jewelry holders.
- Aromatherapy shower steamers, $16.99. Pleasant, refreshing, and perfect for guests.
- Fully-equipped picnic basket backpack, $59.99. Hopefully, you'll be invited on the picnic day.
Picnic Backpack
Charitable contributions
A charitable donation gifted in someone's name can be significant for those passionate about social causes. You can choose a monetary contribution or symbolic adoption of animals or trees through various nonprofit organizations. Create a custom certificate to present the recipient, announcing your donation made in their honor.
Lifehacker managing editor Meghan Walbert recommends One Simple Wish, an organization that allows you to grant wishes for children in foster care. Another option is to plant a tree in someone's name, which you can do here.
And hey—if they're resistant to a charitable gift, then they should evaluate why they're so difficult to buy gifts for in the first place. But hopefully, with a little extra thoughtfulness and creativity, you can make even the pickiest individuals on your holiday shopping list smile.
In terms of unique gifts, consider offering a luxury hand soap collection or personalized luggage tags for the travel enthusiast. When it comes to gifting for individuals who seem to already have everything, charitable contributions can be a thoughtful choice, allowing you to make a donation in their name to organizations like One Simple Wish or tree planting services.
