25 Cool Gift Ideas for Someone in Their Twenty-Somethings

  • Read time: 5 min
  • Publication date: 31.03.2019
Contents Presents for Petrol Heads Presents for Sports Fans Presents for Nerds Presents for Minimalists Presents for Gamers

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Sometimes it can be so difficult to find that perfect present for a loved one or close friend. How can you be sure they’ll like and enjoy it, or worse, someone else has bought them the same thing? In this gift guide, you’re sure to find a unique present for someone in their mid-twenties.

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Presents for Petrol Heads

You might think buying a present for someone who loves cars is tricky – it’s not like you can just go out and buy them an actual car. Luckily, there’s so many unique gifts to buy someone who just can’t get enough of motors.

F1 GP Silverstone Wall Art

The unique piece of art is perfect for any F1 fan. The art is made from birchwood and will make any twenty-somethings birthday, without doubt!

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Chocolate Bentley Continental

Although you might not be able to afford an actual Bentley, you can certainly stretch to the next best thing – a chocolate Bentley! Made with Belgium chocolate, this gift just oozes class.

from $7
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Magnetic Car Phone Holder

If your friend in their mid-twenties isn’t fortunate enough to have a vehicle with sat-nav in, then this magnetic holder is a must. One magnet fits into the air conditioning fans and the other fits onto the back of the phone case to allow them to use their phone as a sat-nav wherever they go.

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Anything Finder

The age-old question before you leave absolutely anywhere – “where on earth did I put my keys?!”. Help the birthday boy/girl out with this Tile Mate so that they can sync their car keys to their phone and they’ll never have to spend long search for them again.

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Tyre Thermos Mug

In the winter months, most people will benefit from having a thermos to store a piping hot coffee or hot chocolate. Combine this practical product with your friend’s interest in cars and hey presto, you’ve found a thoughtful present.

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Presents for Sports Fans

Visit anywhere on earth and sport will always help you strike up common ground. That’s why sports gifts are always a winner with family and friends. Whoever your gift is for, they’re sure to have a favourite sport and favourite team or sportsman.

Panini Cheapskates

Panini Cheapskates are hand drawn images of football teams and football players. This means that they’re quirky and certainly unlike any gift that your friend will have ever received before!

from $11
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Runners High Necktie

If you know a young professional with a passion for running, then this present will let everyone in the office know that they are on the cutting edge of formal fashion. The tie is made of pure silk, so it’s sure to feel like a soft hug around their neck.

from $36
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Golf Ball Whisky Chillers

Golf is become much more popular with people in their twenties, much like whisky. Why not combine these two passions with Golf Ball Chillers to keep them cool on the putting green.

from $18
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Silver Tennis Ball Charm

If you know a tennis lover, then this tennis ball charm is a lovely piece of jewellery that allows them to subtly flaunt their passion. They’re sure to think this birthday present is ace!

from $14
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Bicycle Rear View Mirror

This birthday present is ideal for a twenty something that either travels to work or just loves road cycling. Fitting snug on the wrist, it will certainly go some way to helping them reach many more birthdays!

from $24
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Presents for Nerds

Everyone knows someone that loves nothing more than to close the curtains, whack out the snacks and get stuck into a marathon of their favourite box set or film franchise. They’ll be sure to love a gift associated with their favourite series or film. Plus, it shows that you’ve really though about them and not just bought something generic and predictable.

Game of Thrones – Iron Throne Replica

Game of Thrones has a vast amount of loyal fans, and they’ll all have their favorite character who they want to sit on the Iron Throne. With this birthday present, the recipient will be able to sit on their very own Iron ‘Throne’ in their own home.

from $21
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Marvel – Infinity Gauntlet Mug

Marvel has dominated cinema over the last decade and many wish they had their very own Iron Man suit. This might not be possible, but with the Infinity Gauntlet Mug you can at least be sure that your best friend has a powerful mug of coffee to dip their biscuit into.

from $10
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Harry Potter – Albus Dumbledore Collectible Wand

Any Harry Potter fan will be familiar with Dumbledore’s wand and has dreamt about having their very own authentic replica. It comes in a box that would feel right at home in Oliviander’s wand shop!

from $42
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Star Wars – Storm Trooper Tumbler

If you know someone who loves both Star Wars and drinking, then this is the perfect present. Even if they don’t drink, this would be ideal to fill with wax and make a Star Wars themed candle.

from $9
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Lord of the Rings – Passport Cover

Most people have a passport, but few people have a cover for it. This is handmade from genuine leather, so this unique present is a must for any Lord of the Rings fan.

from $27
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Presents for Minimalists

Popular Netflix series has sent mainstream culture into a minimalism frenzy! Minimalism is about reducing the number of items you own and trying to make sure that the items you do own add value to your life. Minimalism ‘style’ items follow in this vein, with every feature of the design directly improving its function. Thus, minimalist items make perfect gifts for anyone in their mid-twenties who isn’t bothered about fashionable frills.

Driftwood iPhone Charging Dock

This driftwood charging dock will fit into any room with furniture that fits the ‘shabby chic’ look. As it is made out of wood, certainly fits the non-plastic trend and will face away into the background when not in use.

from $51
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Akeilo Minimalist Wallet

It would seem that the old chunky leather wallet is a thing of the past, with many opting for a phone case wallet and card holder. This minimalistic card holder has a smart sliding design which makes it super easy to get the cards out.

from $12
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Custom Casio Minimalist Watch

This funky Casio watch makes for a great birthday present and it’s both fashionable and functional! It’s also black, so it’ll go perfectly with any outfit.

from $24
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Pocket Blanket

Everyone needs a snuggly blanket sometimes, but they can take up so much space. This minimalistic blanket is perfect to tuck away in a car boot of a set of chest of drawers.

from $22
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The Minimalist Guide: A Room-by-Room Guide

Reading is said to broaden the mind and this book will certainly provide a few extra tips on how to live a minimalist life. The room-by-room guide makes it literally like a walkthrough in how to minimise your lifestyle and is great for someone new to the topic.

from $8
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Presents for Gamers

Portal Game Rack/Book Ends

Gamers always end up with stacks of games and nowhere to put them! Portal is one of the most popular out there with a huge number of loyal fans. With these Portal book ends, they’ll have a neat way to put them side by side on their shelf.

from $19
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Video Game Console Puzzle

It’s possible to spend too long playing games. Why not get them away from their consoles for long enough to complete a puzzle – of consoles! This features lots of older consoles that keen gamers will love reminiscing about. 
from $13
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Couples Player 1 & Player 2 Key Rings

Couples that game together, stay together. These personalised key rings are a lovely present for the any keen gamer couples that you might know! Just make sure you don’t spark any arguments over who’s player 1!

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Game Over Mug

Although not the most practical mug, this is a great gift for anyone that loves playing video games. Beware though, be sure to keep their coffee topped up because they hate the dreaded ‘Game Over’ message at the bottom when their beverage ends.

from $9
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Gamer Definition Poster

This is a thoughtful addition to any office or games room. The producer of the poster uses a really high quality printer to ensure the detail of the poster is laser sharp. A frame will make this one of your friend’s favourite birthday presents this year.

from $4
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Choosing a birthday gift for a twenty something can be very difficult considering the quickly changing fashions and trends that younger generations adapt to. Hopefully you’ve found a gift here that your close friend or loved one is sure to love!

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