Home / Holidays / Holiday Gift Guides 25+ best personalized gifts for everyone on your list These customized gifts show them you really thought about them. By Sara Goldstein Updated November 13, 2024 Rectangle We independently select and share the products we love—and may receive a commission if you choose to buy. When you really want to wow someone with a truly thoughtful present, personalized gifts are the way to go. (They also say you were thinking of them ahead of time and didn’t just panic buy something on Amazon at the last minute!) That said, there are two types of personalized gifts. The kind where you slap their name on anything and call it special–like a generic mug or throw. Then there’s a truly customized gift that they’ll be certain to treasure for a long, long time. Be that person instead. Related: 18 initial necklaces to show your love for your littles To help you out, we gathered some unique gifts take your thoughtfulness to a new level—some even allow customized colors, fabrics and textures. There’s truly something for everyone. Looking for more gift ideas? Check out all of our holiday gift guides! Here are our favorite customized gifts for everyone on your list—kids and adults alike: Personalized gifts we love Wonderbly Where Are You Books • $39.99 Books are a stellar gift for any occasion, but these are extra special. The Where Are You books from Wonderbly are a search-and-find extravaganza of epic proportions. Kids ages 4-10 will delight in finding different versions of themselves in six fun universes. Create a book for up to three kiddos and choose from a wide variety of skin tones, hairstyles and colors to customize their characters along with a sweet dedication page. It’s a one of a kind book they’ll treasure forever. Have a younger child on your list? Wonderbly offers a whole library of customizable titles for all ages and interests. SHOP WONDERBLY BaubleBar Custom Pisa Bracelet • $40 Taylor Swift may get the credit for their current popularity, but we’ve been Team Friendship Bracelet since the 1990s. This super chic take marries 6mm gold balls and glossy rainbow letters to create one-of-a-kind bracelets that feature names or even phrases. The addition of an ampersand, plus sign, hashtag, heart and star give you a whole host of options, so you can get creative. SHOP BAUBLEBAR Solo Stove Mesa • $79.99 You may already know (and love!) the Solo Stove, but did you know they make a tabletop version that’s perfect for smore’s which you can also personalize? Add custom text, college logos or their favorite NFL team and make their time around the fire a little more special. SHOP SOLO STOVE Williams Sonoma Bay Stripe Apron • $29.95 Mini and grown up chefs alike deserve an apron that’s all their own. Opt for this Williams Sonoma classic which is made from durable and easy to wash yard dyed cotton and choose from a wide variety of font colors and styles. SHOP WILLIAMS SONOMA Monica & Andy Sherpa Robe • $95 If you’ve got a pregnant or new mama on your list, this snuggly soft sherpa robe from Monica + Andy is about to become her BFF. The cloud soft piece can be embroidered with her name, initials or simply “Mama.” SHOP MONICA + ANDY Gooselings Toddler Duvet • $120.41 The heirloom quality toddler duvets from Gooselings will send them off to dreamland like mini royalty. The cotton sateen fabric is soft and lightweight and ideal for year round snuggles while the craftsmanship itself is truly luxe. From the gorgeous seamed edges to the practical tote bag packaging, it’s clear every detail has been thought out. And to prove you’ve put some thinking into it as well, opt to add their name or monogram! SHOP GOOSELINGS Weezie Kids Plush Bath Robe • $74 No one likes getting out of the bath–but it is a little better when there’s a cozy robe waiting! Weezie has tons of personalizable gifts–from tissue box covers to towels–but their plush kids’ robes are one of our favorites. With their terry lining and velour exterior they’re both absorbent and snuggly and even have a hood to dry hair and skip the towel altogether. SHOP WEEZIE Taja Customized Candle • $49 She’s probably been gifted a candle before, but I can guarantee she hasn’t been gifted one like this. The hand-poured candles from Miami-based Taja are housed in gorgeous reusable glass vessels which can be completely customized with words, logos or even photos. Choose from a wide variety of sophisticated essential oil-based scents and a range of sizes to create something that’s truly one-of-a-kind. Not a designer? That’s fine! For an additional fee their design concierge will work with you to knock it out of the park. SHOP TAJA Petite Plume Children's Balmoral Tartan Pajama Set • $58 The luxe and timeless jammies from Petite Plume are one of our favorite brands for gifting. They’re deliciously soft, a total treat and come beautifully boxed and ready to go. There are also styles for the entire crew, most of which can be monogrammed. If you’re shopping for a little one, we’re completely smitten with this classic two-piece style in the most seasonally appropriate plaid! SHOP PETITE PLUME Supermix Studio Custom Sweats What’s better than a cozy hoodie? One they’ve designed themselves! Through the Supermix studio, kids can create one-of-a-kind essentials that–dare we say–won’t end up in the lost and found. (Because they’ll never take it off!) Set them up with a computer or iPad and let them go to town choosing and placing patches like giant smiley faces, stars, rainbows, letters, and more before submitting their design for Supermix to bring it to life. (There’s over 500 patches to choose from!) The process is completely fool-proof and incredibly fun, but the pride they’ll have when it arrives? That’s the good stuff. (Pro tip: Give them a gift card to redeem together over the holiday break!) SHOP SUPERMIX Minted Custom Silhouette Art • $38 Showcase a profile they’d know anywhere with the Custom Silhouette Art from Minted. Simply send along a photo of your kid/dog/favorite family member and create an instant treasure. There are tons of colors to choose from that will match any decor and a variety of frame options as well. Prices start at $38. SHOP MINTED Light + Nine Starter Backpack • $69.99 If you’ve got a kiddo whose tastes change with the wind, the endlessly customizable backpacks from Light + Nine are the perfect school accessory! The clever perforated EVA designs are not only completely weightless, it also allows them to stick and unstick a whole collection of charms (called Nimix) that suit their interests. Choose from dozens of colorful letters, seasonal themes and fun icons to create a new, one-of-a-kind look as many times as they want. SHOP LIGHT + NINE Papier Personalized Notecard Set • $31 Nothing says “high functioning grown up” like stylish personalized stationery. Papier is one of our go-tos for creating enviable sets that make the perfect gift. There are dozens of styles to choose from that can be customized with everything from just their initials to their name and address. SHOP PAPIER Animalist Personalized Pet Portraits • $55 The family pet deserves some wall real estate too! We just adore the personalized modern pet portraits from Animalist. Choose from line, form or abstract renditions of over 90 dog and cat breeds (along with color and size) to create a stylish piece of artwork that looks gorgeous in any room of the house. SHOP ANIMALIST L.L. Bean Boat and Tote • $44.95 The basic canvas totes from L.L. Bean have been around for ages. Their utilitarian, no-frills, durable construction makes the the ultimate mom bag. And even though they’re not luxury, they’re a fashionista staple, spotted on the arms of everyone from Gwyneth to Carolyn Bessette-Kennedy. These days, they’re back in a big way thanks to an ironic makeover via TikTok and Gen-Z. But forget boring monograms. The way to personalize is with something cheeky like “Ask Dad”, “The Boss” or the oh-so-subtle “MILF.” The canvas is, well, your canvas. So get creative! SHOP L.L. BEAN Artifact Uprising Photo Display Ornament • $38 The OG of personalized gifts, you can never go wrong with framed photos–especially when they’re actually holiday decor. The Photo Display Ornaments from Artifact Uprising are elegant and simple with a choice of two brass finishes that complement any decor style. Each purchase comes with a set of premium quality matte prints that can be swapped in and out and best of all you’re not giving them the chore of hanging something! SHOP ARTIFACT UPRISING Riomar Customizable Loafers • $197 Preppy with a dash of personality, the leather driving loafers from Riomar are a wardrobe staple. Not only do they instantly class up any ‘fit you throw together, but the colorful bearings are totally swappable. They offer a wide collection of colors, collegiate options and even custom monograms to create a look that’s one-of-a-kind–just like the lucky giftee. SHOP RIOMAR Uncommon Goods Personalized Family Mugs • $32 For those who love warm drinks, these mugs are a no-brainer. One side features a photo of individual family members, personalized with skin tone, hair and clothing, while the other displays the family name and year established. SHOP UNCOMMON GOODS Brushes With a View Personalized Piggy Bank • $68.95 The little one in your life will one day love a piggy bank with their name beautifully scripted on it. The bank can be customized in countless ways including dates, background colors and names, so get creative. It also doubles as the perfect baby shower gift, too! SHOP ETSY CreateOn MyMagna-Tiles® Photo Set • $60 Move over tote bags and coasters, there’s a much cooler way to print photos! Magna-tile obsessed families will go bonkers for these personalized tiles that can play perfectly with their beloved building toy. There’s several different packages to choose from to get your new collection started. SHOP CREATE ON Madewell The Zip-Top Transport Carryall • $198 Simple, timeless and an all-around best-seller for ages, the Madewell Zip-Top Carryall is perfect for everything from a daily commute to errands around town. This leather bag has three interior pockets, including one with a zipper to keep her keys and phone at the ready. SHOP MADEWELL Mark & Graham Clear Pouch • $39 She probably already owns a cosmetic bag that’s loaded with her favorites, but is it customized to her liking? We love these heavy duty clear pouches which make things easy at the airport but still look incredibly stylish. (Ziplocks? No thank you.) SHOP MARK & GRAHAM Casetify Custom Airpods Case • $48 Upgrade the music lovers on your list with this custom airpod pro case that’s made from recycled leather. The convenient carabiner easily attaches to keys or bags ensuring they won’t have to fish them out of the bottom of their bag. SHOP CASETIFY Capsul Photo Envelope Locket Necklace • $240 Is there anything sweeter than a tiny envelope locket? There sure is! A tiny locket with a photo of someone they adore inside. (And don’t worry, it’s attached to keep it from getting lost.) To top it off, the backside can be engraved with a name or word up to 20 characters long. SHOP CAPSUL Vans Custom Sneakers • $75 Customize every inch of their favorite shoe with text, photos and bold colors. Kid sizes are available and super cute, too! SHOP VANS Pottery Barn Kids Anywhere Chair • $129 Know a little one into reading and relaxing? Add this chair to their quiet area to give them ownership of it. Our favorite nifty feature? It includes a handle for easy toting from room to room. SHOP POTTERY BARN KIDS Merci Maman Drawn By You Small Personalized Necklace • $119 Finally, a piece of child’s artwork you don’t have to feel guilty slipping in the recycling bin! The Merci Maman Drawn By You Small Personalized Necklace can be customized with their best simple line drawing on the front and an inscription or second drawing on the back. Each one is hand engraved in their Paris workshop to create a one-of-a-kind gift that will be cherished for a lifetime. SHOP MERCI MAMAMAN Fifth and Cherry F + C 14 • $299 Fifth and Cherry’s cutting boards are the ultimate grown-up kitchen item. Touted as “the last cutting board you’ll ever buy,” these are warrantied for life and steel reinforced. Spoil the foodie in your life by personalizing one of these luxurious chef gifts. SHOP Uncommon Goods Personalized Mixtape Pillow • $65 We’re not really sure where one would even buy a tape to mix anymore, but tap into that romantic nostalgia with this personalized mixtape. Just hope your intended remembers what they are. SHOP UNCOMMON GOODS Tiny Tags Mama's Ring • $165 Mother’s rings are a tradition that’s arguably been around for centuries. Engraved with their name on one side and their birthstone on the other, this simple band from Tiny Tags is a modern way to celebrate her most cherished loves. SHOP Kicks by Sammy Bunk Junk Blanket • $100 Memorialize an exceptionally good camp year with this customizable blanket that you can add your little campers’ camp name to. You also get to choose how cozy you want the other side to be (minky or sherpa)! SHOP KICKS BY SAMMY My Face Socks Custom Christmas Socks • $22.95 If your loved one’s face is not on socks, do you really love them? All joking aside, face socks are the new best stocking stuffer ever (pun intended). SHOP MY FACE SOCKS Mollygrams Custom Name Art • $175 For custom art that will grow with your little one, turn to Mollygrams. Created by artist, teacher and mama, Molly Pascal these custom prints come framed (that’s one less thing you have to worry about, mama). Choose from themes like Coastal, Aspen, Cape Cod and more. SHOP MOLLYGRAMS Paravel Large Cabana Tote • $185 From the soccer sidelines to the office, the smart monogrammed totes from Paravel play hard but work harder. The sophisticated bags boast nice wide straps and plenty of room for everything but most impressively they’re completely mess proof. Made with a silicone coated Ecocraft Canvas, you could spill an entire bottle of red wine on it and no one would ever know. (Not that we’ve ever spilled our wine of course😉) SHOP PARAVEL A version of this story was published October 22, 2021. It has been updated. 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