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Trust me, you'll want to save this list for later. The products in this post were updated in December 2017.
"A portable speaker is a great gift because they can use it for music or in any situation where they need to hear things better on their phone, like when using GPS in the car." —superstar907
Get this one from Amazon for $36.28 or from ThinkGeek for $39.99.
"My boyfriend is a Star Wars and Red Sox fan, so I got him a really minimalistic Star Wars art print on Etsy for his birthday, and then I found a blueprint of Fenway Park for Christmas. I framed them. To this day, he says they are two of his favorite gifts." —sashap6
Get this one from Stanley Print House on Etsy for $4.95+.
"My sister loves to shop, but her job keeps her so busy she barely ever has time. After struggling to figure out what to give her for Christmas, my boyfriend suggested I get her an Amazon Prime subscription. It was pricey ($99 for the year) but worth it — she absolutely loves it and uses it all the time. It makes a great gift for someone you love who is constantly busy (and, obviously, someone who is worth spending $99 on)." —samarra29
Get the membership here ($33 for three months or $99 for a year).
"When people turn the legal drinking age, an engraved flask always does the trick." —delaineys
Get this one from Engrave Me This on Etsy for $17.79+ (also available in black).
"I used to roll my eyes at my mom when she suggested this to me in elementary school, but now as a twenty-something, it's my go-to. I feel like so many people take great pictures and post them on FB or Instagram but don't actually take the time to go print them out. It's a simple, personal gift they can add to their home." —Molly McCormack, Facebook
Get this frame from Urban Outfitters for $18.
"[A personalized cutting board] is my absolute favorite gift to get couples for weddings, housewarmings, and holidays. It's always a huge hit!" —nicollettebrandt
Get this one from Mark and Graham for $59.
"One time as a Secret Santa gift, I bought a pretty box from the dollar store and printed out 100 compliments/affirmations on little slips of paper and put them in the box. Some of them were personal, others were from the Internet. The idea was that if the recipient was ever feeling sad, she could randomly pick out a compliment from the box and feel better. It seems stupid, but little creative stuff like that tends to make people happy!" —Rachel K.
Get this box from Paperchase for $4.50.
"It comes in that unforgettable, eye-popping blue box. Great for weddings, birthdays, Christmas, or better yet, a gift for your boss! Only $25 for a small gift that lasts a lifetime." —hillaryannp
Get it from Tiffany's for $25.
"They're hard to kill and last longer." —kbreg24
Get a set of four from Succulent Beauties on Etsy for $16.57.
"If they're a reader, give them your favorite book. It's sentimental to both of you that way." —Corinne B.
Get this copy from Amazon for $6.85.
"I'm a teacher, and so far, my favorite gifts I've ever received have been clever non-Starbucks gift cards/certificates. I once got one for a really nice car wash place, and it was so cool to get something unique and useful." —katiem4fe5ab089
Get this one from Amazon for $25+.
"They are beautiful, last forever, are gentle, come pre-wrapped, and smell amazing. The best thing is there are so many options you can always find the perfect match for someone! I got these for my picky grandmother, and she re-orders and raves about them!" —huntirnt
Get it from Anthropologie for $8.
"When I didn't want to spend a lot for a gift, I did chocolate-covered strawberries or one of those larger mason jars filled with their favorite wrapped candy with some festive ribbon around the top. These are cheap things that still show you put in a little bit of thought, and if you're like me, you appreciate your sweets!" —Lance D.
"Personalized stationery has been a go-to for me! Especially for my newbie adult friends going through job interviews that might need to write thank-you notes. It can be expensive but Vistaprint has some on the cheap. Go for a classic black and white design and a simple font. Type their name, and boom you're done. Seems like you did a lot but it's so easy!" —Aly S.
Get this set from Minted for $35+.
"I love to get my friends Instax Minis to capture snapshots of their incredible lives!" —rebeccan4ca0c29af
Get it from Amazon for $69.94 (available in five colors).
"A really nice, cozy throw blanket! As a kid, I'd make no-sew fleece blankets for my friends' birthday parties. I'd pick out printed fabric that represented them (dogs, soccer balls, etc.) and they were always really cute. My mom, a teacher, got the NICEST woven blanket ever from a student for Christmas. My whole family fights over that blanket because it's so soft and heavy. Great, great gift." —Ally L.
Get this one from Amazon for $23.99 (available in 13 colors).
"I don't know why people think it's impersonal. Instead of spending my money on something that somebody won't like, I'll just give them money, and they can either buy themselves a good present or pay off some bills." —Desiree M.
"Sounds silly BUT a fire extinguisher. It's hilarious and it isn't anything anyone ever expects. #itsmorefuntoseethedisapointment #noneofmyfriendsareallowedtodie" —a42a62d840
Get it from Target for $21.99.