Out-Of-The-Box Gifts To Surprise Your Friends With This Holiday Season

This article was last updated on April 16, 2022

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You've made a list, and you've checked it once, twice, maybe even three times, yet somehow, a good chunk of names are still missing a solid gift idea next to them. Before you start regretting your promise not to take the easy route — re-gifting that unwanted candle or resorting to pre-made gift baskets at the eleventh hour — remember that finding an impressive present isn't always about fulfilling a wish list or finding the heftiest price tag.

In fact, the best presents take advantage of what your giftee may not have thought to buy themselves. Instead of peeking through their recent Amazon searches, consider gifts they didn't even know they needed: zodiac-themed tote bags, Nordic-style reusable straws, or even a child-like coloring book/journal that's designed to spark creativity. Ahead, we've rounded up some presents that are just as meaningful as they are unexpected. Give Santa a run for his money with one of our 15 most out-of-the-box picks that are sure to impress everyone on your "nice" list.

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Jewelry gifts are cool, but customizable jewelry gifts that let you pick whether you want to wear them as earrings or necklaces are SO much cooler.

Notte Jewelry My Maraschino Personalizable Necklace/Earring, $, available at Notte Jewelry

Whether you're gifting your cousin who's a struggling college freshman or your best friend who insists on refrigerating their beauty products, this mod mini fridge is sure to be appreciated.

Frigidaire Mini Refrigerator, $, available at Urban Outfitters

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A sequin jacket that’s sure to make her stand out in a crowd.

Vylette Sequin Blazer, $, available at Kohl's

Give the gift of creativity this season with this Poketo journal full of fun and inspiring tests to get your creative juices flowing.

Poketo Creativity Journal, $, available at Poketo

Sure, you could get them a run-of-the-mill satin or velvet headband this year. But what's the fun in that? Instead, opt for this beaded Ganni number that's bound to stand out.

Ganni Yellow Floral Beaded Headband, $, available at Farfetch

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