Gift The Grad

 

Graduates in 2022 finally get to celebrate their hard work.  Covid cancelled many ceremonies of the last two years.  These practical presents are perfect for every type of grad. Scroll down to get gifting!

1,000 Places To See Before You Die

#Goals for starting out. The college grad has places to go. This book will get them there with style. Not only does it list the best places, it also offers important details like addresses, websites, phone and fax numbers. 

Graphic Image

Perfect For: College grads with wanderlust in their hearts.

Women's Travel Bundles

And off they go. Send her off to college or an after graduation getaway in style. These canvas bags are tongue in cheek chic!

Uncommongoods

Perfect For: All women of any age

Leather File Folders

I have purchased several of these over the years. They are perfect for presenting one's printed resume, or any important paper. Add personalization, and this gift becomes a keepsake.

Graphic Image or Neiman Marcus

Perfect For: Guys and Girls graduating from college

The Post Tech Apple Bands

A chic collection of watch bands for her Apple Watch. There's one for every outfit. Under $50.

Nordstrom

Perfect for:  The fashionista grad. It works for high school grads or college coeds.

Stagg Electric Kettle

I have this kettle and have used it daily for at least five years. Love it, and so will your student off at college. They will burn the midnight oil while staying fueled with coffee or tea. Almost a necessity for a college dorm. In black, white or silver. 

Nordstrom

Perfect For: Any college student!

Cleo Tolietry And Weekender Bag

This set will guarantee they come back home, if not just for a weekend. It's super good looking and made from vegan leather and canvas. It may lean a bit to the masculine side, but this girl would carry it as well.

Pottery Barn

Perfect For: Any grad going places.

100% Organic Minimalist Bedding Sets
There is one thing for sure, you want your grad that's off to college to sleep well. These sets, in several colors, will do the trick. They will love their zzzz's in 300 thread count comfort. 

Coyuchi

Perfect For: Any graduate with a b ed in their future

Graduation Photo Album

Handmade memories! this would be a very thoughtful gift. Fill it with memories of their high school days. It's made of linen with self adhesive pages. Available in three sizes and ten colors. Personalize it with your choice of words.

Etsy

Perfect For: High School graduates

College Cityscape Embroidered Pillow

They will take comfort in memories of school days with a pillow embroidered with their alma mater's campus. A keepsake for sure!

Uncommon Goods

Perfect For: College coeds who love to decorate

Kaya Laptop Backpack

Stylish and functional. Fabulous but faux with delicious details like whipstitching, glam gold hardware and multiple compartments. There's a color for every personality.

Calpack

Perfect For: Girls going places!

Candy Stripe Ballpoint Pen

Send her off to live a colorful life with this fun and affordable gift. 
Neiman Marcus

Perfect For: Colorful coeds

The Big Picture

Leaving the family pet at home is hard on the college bound. Having a photo of Fido framed professionally will fill the void of puppy love. It's really well done. All you do is upload the pup's photo and they do the rest...even gift wrap it.

Minted

Perfect For: College bound grad girls

Deluxe Personal Cards
Just what he or she needs before they land their first serious job. Moo offers fabulous and unique designs. As a matter of fact, my cards for "Shop This" are from here. You can design one just for them with a phone number, email address or more. It's all affordable, too.

Moo

Perfect For: Guys and Girls graduating from college

Herschel Supply Co. Backpack

What student doesn't need a backpack? It really is a "must have." This style is simple but stylish in a masculine manner. It's priced well.

Mr. Porter

Perfect For: High school or college grad guys

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Yay and hats off to the grads! They have done the work and got the job done. The new grad in your life could not be more excited. Now is the time to offer our congratulations with something they will actually use.

HERE:  18 Inspired Ideas

Envelope Sleeve

This computer case works double-time, going from laptop holder to oversized clutch. This Nappa leather laptop sleeve fits the 13" Macbook Air. It's fabulous and comes in right under $100.

AHAlife

Perfect For Any Girl With a Macbook (like me)

Graduation Card

At the minimum, you need a card. This little shop does great work. Take a look!

Little Lovelies Studio Etsy

Perfect For: All Graduates

Stylish Leather Gifts

Long known as a "Girls Playground." Any girl worth her Instagram account will love a little brown striped gift box. In this edit you will find gifts priced from $28 - $700 ( for a fabulous piece of luggage.) 

Henri Bendel

Perfect For: Grade School, High School & College Stylish Girls 

Signed Copy of Things a Little Bird Told Me by Twitter Co-Founder Biz Stone

"Things a Little Bird Told Me" serves up a refreshing mix of advice, wisdom, and principles from one of the most successful thought leaders of our time."  The signature makes it a collectors item. 

IfOnly

Perfect For All Budding Entrepreneurs

My Cinema Lightbox

This gift allows them to use their words. Almost anyone will have  fun with this back lit box. They'll leave a message for a roomie or inspire themselves. Party perfect, too!

Uncommon Goods

Perfect For Just About Anyone

Audio Pillar

The gift of the sound of music is hard to beat. No more setting up the stereo in the dorm room. All they need is their wifi device and Stellé Audio Couture. It's the perfect union of sound and style.

AHAlife

Perfect For: College Students and Grads Living In Their First Apartment

Compact Travel Flask

A good reminder for those old enough.

Amazon

Perfect For: Grads 21+ and English Majors, who will totally get this quote.

Parachute Home Bedding Set

A good night sleep while studying is priceless. The right linens are helpful. These are unfussy with a perfect palatte of natural shades. Not only are they soft and luxurious, they do their part to protect the planet. Made of Oeko-Tex certified, meaning they’re free of synthetics and chemicals. Best yet, For every Venice Set purchased, a life-saving malaria bed net is donated through Nothing But Nets. The gift that keeps on giving!

Parachute Home

Perfect For The Grad That Will Be Living In A Dorm

Personalized Macbook Air 11" Case

For the minimalist grad. This wool and leather case keeps their precious laptop snug and secure. It's made to order by Graf and Lantz and less than $75.

Goop

Perfect For Male Grads of All Ages

Graphic Image Travel Accessories

Oh the places they will go! There's nothing wrong with looking like you deserve first class. Personalized and luxe leather travel accessories will get them there in style. Now save 20% on $100 with Free Shipping. Details at 

Horchow

Perfect For Grads On The Go!

WiseWear Socialite Smart Bangles

Form, Fashion, and function. What more could a chic coed want? Socialite is designed to keep her safe, healthy and connected to what matters most. It is a super stylish tracker and smart watch.  A sure thing kind of gift.

AHAlife

Perfect For The Stylish Coed

Sarah Chloe Ciela Bangle With Center Diamond

Jewelry always marks an occasion and makes a memory. You simply can't go wrong with a diamond and her own name or initials. She'll have this one forever.

Goop

Perfect For The Stylish Coed

The Container Store Gift Card

Gift Cards are a little more personal than cash. It is important, however, to make sure the GC is from a store that you know for sure they will find something to buy. If your grad is off to college, this is the best store ever. One could easily outfit a dorm room, minus bedding, here.

Container Store

Perfect For: Any Age Graduate

Fabric Desk Set

For the best dressed desk.  Deck out their workspace with a trio of smart and stylish accessories.

Pottery Barn Teen

Perfect for any graduate with a desk!

Stylish Subscription Box

The ultimate care package! Box of Style is an exclusive box curated by Rachel Zoe and her team featuring over $400 of seasonal fashion and beauty obsessions for only $99.99 Buy one box at a time, or a year of quarterly boxes. See what it's all about at

The Zoe Report

Perfect For All High School and College Grad Girls

Men's Emergency Kit

Stuff happens. A mature man needs to be prepared for anything, especially wardrobe mishaps before interviews. At less than $15, this is a great "add on" gift.

Burke Decor

Perfect for College Grads who might be job hunting 

Graduation Cash Envelope/Card

Aren't these fun? If you decide to give a cash gift, tuck the bill or check inside one of these. It's just so very clever. As always, presentation is key!

Etsy

Perfect For Gifting All Grads

Personalized Calling Cards

Arriving at a new college without your own tribe is a challenge. Why not have a card with an email and mobile number on it? It's a good way to be remembered. And for those college graduates, a card is almost a necessity following a job interview.  My own Shop This biz cards are from here. You can create anything you want. It's fun and ever so different.

Moo.com

Perfect For All Genders of High School and College Grads

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It's that time of year to celebrate the class of 2016. Graduation marks the beginning of college life or a new life in the real world. It's an exciting time, and a thoughtful gift is needed. I've done some shopping for you. Who wouldn't love one of these?

HERE: 15 Fun Finds For The Graduate

Double Lacquer Frame

This milestone deserves two frames to properly honor. A clean and simple lacquered style is perfect for post dorm room decor. Monogram and ship it for free! A thoughtful idea.

Mark & Graham

Kate Spade Ultra Thin Charger

As she goes on her merry way, make sure you can get a hold of her! This polished power bank will juice up her devices on the go!

Nordstrom

The Detroit Arrow

Streamlined for urban riding and hand assembled by bike specialists in Detroit. It's a limited edition and perfect for the student heading off to college. See the entire collection of luxe bicycles  for men and women at

Shinola

The Woman I wanted To Be, Signed Copy

 Diane’s new memoir is a deeply personal look into her journey through life. It is sure to inspire the girl interested in fashion, business and achieving her own dreams and goals.

DVF

Bric's Bellagio Luggage

In a world of black nylon luggage, these are standout stowaways. Lightweight and luxe, these chic cases are trimmed in Tuscan leather. The style comes in four sizes and three stylish shades. All on sale now.

Neiman Marcus 

Coach Colorblock Card Case

The College coed or grad will already know and love the name Coach. So you are off to a good start. This chic case will hold her first Credit Card, ATM, Student ID and more. It is a great gift at much less than $50.

Macy's

Cork Globe

Oh the places they will go! It will be fun for them to track their own adventures!

CB2

Jetsetter Convertible Backpack

As spotted on Taylor Swift, this backpack has a cult following. Buy it in her favorite color or in basic black to pair with everything. Great for travel or for the college campus.

Henri Bendel 

Through May 19th, receive $25 off purchases of $150+; $50 off purchases of $250+, and $100 off every purchase of $400+!

 Moon and Lola Acrylic Nice Block Engraved Monogram Key Chain

Big, bold, and just for her. She will adore this clearly chic chain for the keys to her new apartment, car, or dorm room.

Zhush 

Salvatore Ferragamo

Reversible Leather Belt Boxed Gift Set

A man needs good shoes and a fine leather belt to be well dressed. Start him off right with this luxe set. It makes so much sense!

Neiman Marcus

Taschen The New York Times: 36 Hours World

A trio of books that presents 36 hour itineraries for 365 global destinations. It's good to dream!

Amazon

Bison Lifestyle Accessories

Wallets, Card Cases, i-Phone Cases and more. Handcrafted, simple, well priced, and perfect for men of all ages.

AHAlife

Equation Geek Watch

Both the math major and the math challenged will appreciate this unique timepiece. This watch features the equivalent notation of each number on the dial.

Uncommon Goods

Uri Minkoff Pebbled Leather Wythe Weekender

Such a great look and so different in navy. Perfect for planes, trains, or automobiles. He would love anything in this line of leather goods.

East Dane

Box Of Style Subscription

Curated by stylist, Rachel Zoe, this is a gift that keeps on giving, at least four times a year. It features over $300 of fashion and beauty products that are sure to impress. No red blooded girl could refuse this unique gift. Read all about it at

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