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The Best Gifts For Gen Z Folks, According to a Gen Z’er

GIFT GUIDE 2023

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The time has come to get that Gen Z’er in your life a gift for the holidays. Allow me to break it down for you as a fellow member of Gen Z myself, what should be top of mind when crossing off your shopping list. The demographic itself has had a trajectory like no other. Yes, some of us make a living off dancing on TikTok, while others have revolutionized what it means to be an activist in today’s day and age.

Of course, there are those who work corporate 9-5 jobs and some who are just still figuring themselves out—all valid and all equally as cool! Truly, get you a generation who does it all! Why do I mention this? Because despite our many widespread interests, shopping for gifts for Gen Z—for the most part—isn’t exactly easy, but I’m here to walk you through it.

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Perhaps you’re shopping for someone who is chronically online (if you don’t know what this means, it’s safe to say this doesn’t apply) or someone who is decidedly not. Either way, assessing the making of what Gen Z wants this year includes finding an array of new tech products that are easy to use and have an instant satisfaction factor that comes along with it. For the beauty lover, you’ll want to get just about anything that our favorite celebrities use; the same goes for fashion. Other areas include chic home decor, wellness products that stop us from having a “menty b” every two seconds, and other miscellaneous finds. If it makes us feel good or confident while using, you’ve found the key to the best gifts for Gen Z.

Below, I’ve compiled a list of products any Gen Z’er will be thrilled to receive. Trust me—this guide has got the juice.

Diptyque Candle Gift Set

We can’t get enough of Diptyque candles. This limited-edition mini set makes it, so we have five of them to light up whenever we want to feel relaxed and at home.

Buy At Nordstrom$100

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Slip Silk Pillowcase

The simplest, quickest way to add a luxe feel to any bedroom is with a silk pillowcase, and this one from Slip is incomparable to other options available. It feels good and will make you feel refreshed when you wake up all while preventing unruly bedhead.

Buy At Amazon$90

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AD by Nike: Nike Apex Faux Fur Swoosh Bucket

This fuzzy bucket hat makes a statement and comes in three colors.

Urban Sophistication Puffer Phone Case
Down from $65

Do they have a large obnoxious puffer coat you love and wear religiously? This iPhone case is basically that—but for your phone.

Chamberlain Coffee Matcha

No Gen Z gift guide would be complete without including an addition from the Gen Z queen herself, Emma Chamberlain.

Buy At Amazon$21

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Kosas Revealer Concealer

Kosas’ Revealer Concealer is described as a concealer meets eye cream, and it leaves no creases under your eyes.

Buy At Amazon$28

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Prada Paradoxe Perfume

This perfume from Prada is another new launch that has made quite an impression in a matter of only months. A warm floral scent with notes of neroli bud, white amber, and white musk, leaves an intense but subtle trail on the skin for hours.

Buy At Sephora$87

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Stoney Clover Lane Large Pouch

Gen Z loves a monogrammed moment. These pouches from Stoney Clover Lane come in so many fun colors, are spacious, and are customizable.

Buy At Revolve$78

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Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless Noise Canceling Headphones
Down from $399

Not to shade a certain company, but if you’re looking for a pair of headphones that are actually good, these headphones from Sony are probably more in your lane. It’s the latest craze over the on-the-clock app and they really are worth the hype.

Buy At Amazon$350

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Buy At Best Buy$350

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Ian Charms The Icon Necklace

Ever heard of dopamine dressing? Just like claw clips, colorful beaded pearl necklaces have remained in style. We’re dressing to heal our inner child after all.

Buy At Nordstrom$190

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Rare Beauty Stay Vulenerable Melting Blush

We love Rare Beauty (and Selena Gomez), and this ultra-pigmented blush is unbeatable. Plus, one percent of each sale is donated to mental health charities.

Rhode Skin Peptide Lip Treatment

This year, Hailey Bieber launched her long-awaited beauty brand Rhode. While her other products are just as fab, this Peptide Lip Treatment is seriously life changing.

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