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.
By Age
We present to you the best gift ideas for all ages, sorted by age. From newborn babes to centenarians; from the big five-oh to sweet sixteen, we have something for everyone no matter their age.
So when you’re unsure of what to get a person for their milestone birthday – whether he’s hit 80 or she’s celebrating 40 – you’ll find creative, thoughtful, interesting, unique, and funny gift ideas for all ages.
Gifts for Adults
For adults, the gift ideas by age are organized into decades. (We also have milestone birthday gift ideas for 18th, 21st birthdays, and so on.)
Each listing has a section for anyone, for him, and for her. Plus we typically throw in some other intriguing ideas. This might include party ideas, gag gifts, subscription boxes, birthday games, card quotes and memes, and much more.
Trust us, you’ll find some pretty unique ideas here.
Gifts for Kids
For kids, we hit each and every year for boys and girls so that you can unearth that special gift for your child, a friend, a grandchild, or other relative.
We take special care with the children’s gifts so that you discover non-gimmicky-or-trendy gifts that kids actually use for more than, like, 2 seconds.
Sidebar: Regarding toy gifts…
Yes, we have kids ourselves, and yes, we’ve had *those* types of toys in our house. You know what we mean. That kind of toy which typically makes noise and takes up lots of space. They use batteries, and often connect to a phone app. They also generally get played with for about an hour on day one, ten minutes on days two through five, and then graduate into an honorary role of “taking up closet space” for the next few months or years.
Well, our goal is to completely avoid those gifts for kids by giving them much better things. We dig a little deeper, think a little harder, and try to find gifts that require imagination.
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So browse on! Discover new, meaningful, and memorable gifts for the people you care about.
17 Year Old Gifts: 30 Stellar 17th Birthday Gift Ideas
Happy Birthday, you sweet thing, you!
At least, that’s what we’d say to the special 17 year old in your life if we knew them the way you do.
Whether you’re celebrating a friend’s 17th birthday, or that of someone in your family, here is a fantastic list of 17th birthday gift ideas (or Christmas gifts!) for you to peruse.
Sweet 16 Ideas: Your Guide to the Ultimate Coming-of-Age Party
Today, we’re going to look at the best Sweet 16 ideas, and how to throw the perfect coming of age party.
You have to admit, as sweet (and tempestuous) as the toddler phase was, as adorable (and loud) as the preteen and Tween phase was, you and her need a REAL party for this next milestone!
Sweet 16 is a big deal, because come on, it’s literally halfway through the Teenage Years. (Trust us, they need capital letters. If you know, you know.)
So don’t hold back. This Sweet 16 bash is going to remembered for years and years to come! Scroll on for some awesome ideas.
16th Birthday Gift Ideas for an Amazing Teenager
I am 16, going on 17…
~ Liesl, The Sound of Music
I’m 16 years old! I’m not a child anymore!
~ Ariel, The Little Mermaid
16 is a big year! You need to get her an amazing gift!
~ The Staff at All Gifts Considered
13 Year Old Gifts: The 30 Best Birthday Gifts for a New Teenager
“They fight wars with men like you!” my husband cheerfully likes to tell our 13 year old when he complains about something drastically awful, like a bad wifi signal.
But in all seriousness, 13 is a tricky age to be. They’re a newly minted teenager. There’s all this social pressure, plus hormones, puberty, and a love for all things that are silly and immature along with a pull towards wanting to be an adult (and be treated as such).
Thirteen can really be tough. So why not get them a gift that will really take the cake? (And don’t forget the cake. Teens need a heck of a lot of carbs to keep their moods sunny).
Let’s take a look at the 30 best birthday gifts for 13 year olds.
100th Birthday Gifts & Party Ideas for a Beloved Centenarian
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.
9 Year Old Gift Ideas: 21 Ideas for Birthdays, Holidays & More
What is a good gift for the budding tween-ager in your life? No longer a little child, but not quite a teenager, tweens are in the ages between 9-12.
This makes the 9 year old a difficult age to buy for. We have compiled a quite a list of gift ideas for that precocious nine year old in your life.
You are welcome!
90th Birthday Gifts: Traditional, Meaningful, & Funny Gift Ideas
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
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.
60th Birthday Gift Ideas for Women & Men, Mom & Dad
Turning 60 is a big deal! For some it hails for retirement, others a new chapter of their life filled with adventure, grandkids, new experiences and more!
Oh, and we dare not forget all of that traveling they have to do! Whether it’s for your family member, close friend or other loved one, finding a thoughtful gift to help them celebrate is par for the course. But what should you get them on a milestone birthday like the big 6-0?