Gifts for Adults

The best gifts for adults, by decade. (Mostly.)

We’ve curated some thoughtful gift ideas for adults, with specific lists ideal for men, for women, and for everyone. These are perfect for when you’re not quite sure what their niche interests are (or maybe you don’t want to overdo the hobby theme… getting more fishing or gardening gear each year gets boring even for the most ardent fishing enthusiast or gardening nutcase).

So we have collected the best, most unique, and most thoughtful gifts that adults enjoy, organized by decade. For some of the younger years we’ve done individual ages (18 through 21), especially since hitting 18, 20, and 21 are all milestone years (sorry, 19, no one really cares about you but we did a list anyways).

After that, we have roundups for each successive milestone birthday decade. These feature gifts for 30 year olds all the way up to the big century birthday. Each list also includes ideas specifically for women and men, and also some creative celebration, DIY, experience, and party ideas. You’ll find something interesting, we guarantee it!

10 Christmas Gift Ideas For The Crunchy Woman In Your Life

November 7, 2024 by Christin Szczesniak

Most of us have that certain someone in our life who’s just a little bit granola. You know the one. And if you don’t, you can usually identify her by the faint smell of patchouli that hovers around her and the way she would make Laura Ingalls Wilder proud. With Christmas coming up you may … Read more

Thoughtful Gift Ideas for Older Parents

August 20, 2024September 5, 2023 by Cassie Reynoso

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As your parents get older, finding them the perfect gift is something that needs to go deeper than material possessions. Your gift-giving is about expressing love, gratitude, and care in ways that resonate with their experiences and preferences.

You can turn each birthday or holiday into a time of appreciation for the moments shared and the wisdom gained over the years.

Whether it’s a a special milestone or just a simple gesture to brighten their day, your generosity holds the power to create cherished memories and warm their hearts.

50th Birthday Gifts for Men & Women (+Party Ideas)

March 5, 2024May 17, 2023 by Melyssa Williams

It’s a half a century. I repeat: half of a century. So, c’mon. For the fifty year old in your life, this is no time to get them a careless gift or another package of socks.

This is a year to remember and, hopefully, a birthday celebration to never forget! Of course, one of the things they’ll remember most is your fabulous selection of 50th birthday gifts, aided by yours truly…

50 Best Gifts For Someone In A Nursing Home

November 11, 2024May 1, 2023 by Melyssa Williams

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When your family member or loved one has moved into a nursing home or assisted living facility, of course the best gift is the gift of time!

Spending good, quality time with them is priceless, but there are instances when you simply cannot be everywhere at once. That’s why sending some wonderful gifts is a great way to show how much you care.

70th Birthday Gifts That Are Meaningful & Memorable

March 20, 2024April 19, 2023 by Melyssa Williams

Meaningful Gifts Ideas for Their 70th Birthday

Seventy is a milestone birthday if we’ve ever heard of one!

They’re young enough to still want to ride the rides at Disney Land, but old enough that everyone leaves them alone and lets them nap through dinner.

Harmony at its finest.

65 Best Easter Gifts for Adults They’re Sure to Love

March 21, 2024January 20, 2023 by McKenna Hinton

When we think about giving gifts at Easter, we often think of children. Stuffed toys, plastic eggs, chocolate bunnies — you know, the usual!

But Easter is also a time when family and friends (many of them adults) get together to celebrate, and what better way to celebrate than by exchanging gifts?

80th Birthday Gifts to Celebrate an Amazing Milestone

February 8, 2024October 8, 2021 by Melyssa Williams

To say that an 80th birthday is a milestone is really an understatement. This whopper of a birthday is a huuuuuuge reason to celebrate, and the perfect excuse to give some thoughtful 80th birthday gifts or throw a memorable party.

100th Birthday Gifts & Party Ideas for a Beloved Centenarian

July 21, 2023June 7, 2021 by Karen Roldan

Gifts & Party Ideas for Their 100th Birthday

Has Mom, Dad, Grandpa, or Grandma made it to the century mark? Then it’s time to think about 100th birthday gifts!

But what in the world could you get for them that they don’t already have? I am glad you asked. We’ve put together a nice list for your celebrated centenarian.

You will enjoy browsing and picking out that perfect gift for the beloved 100 year old in your life.

90th Birthday Gifts: Traditional, Meaningful, & Funny Gift Ideas

October 2, 2024May 3, 2021 by McKenna Hinton

Today we’re taking a look at the very best 90th birthday gifts.

Anyone who reaches this impressive milestone deserves our wishes for a very happy birthday as well as a great 90th birthday gift.

Imagine all of the changes in the world they have seen and the fond memories of friends and family that have gone on before them.

30th Birthday Gift Ideas for Her, for Him, & for Fun

November 29, 2024March 12, 2021 by Melyssa Williams

When someone you care about turns 30, it’s time to celebrate. Thirtieth birthdays are times for fun and celebration, and you need the perfect birthday gift for an amazing person on an amazing day.

So if you’re looking for the very best in gift ideas for that special someone, whether that someone is a male or female, BFF, son or daughter, or simply the greatest neighbor in the ‘hood (and party ideas)… well, we’ve got you covered!

Scroll down and find exactly what you’re looking for – we’ve done the footwork for you.