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32 Personalized Gift Ideas That Will Make Someone Feel Extra Special

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It’s our personal opinion that the best gifts are the most thoughtful ones. With that in mind, there’s no need to spend hundreds of dollars or snag something huge to impress your loved ones. Instead, opt for the following personalized gift ideas that are as thoughtful as they are one-of-a-kind. Monograms, portraits, astrological signs, you name it. It doesn’t matter how you customize it, all that matters is that you’ve picked out something they’ll love.

From elegant serving platters engraved with a brass letter to photo desk calendars, the personalized presents this year are better than ever. The best part? Quite a few don’t take weeks to customize, which is key because Christmas is right around the corner. Think delicious-smelling candles in zodiac-designed votives, throw blankets with an abstract letter design, and monogrammed mugs, to name a few.

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We’ve scoured the Internet to find the best personalized gifts, and let us just say there’s something for everyone. And to top it all off, these tailored gifts work well past the holiday season, so whether you’re shopping for Christmas, birthdays, a housewarming party, or just because, we’ve got you covered. Gifting just got a whole lot easier.

Best Multipurpose

Cuyana Mini Travel Case

Mini Travel Case
Best Multipurpose

Cuyana Mini Travel Case

$68 at Cuyana
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This miniature pouch is perfect for jewelry, makeup, or miscellaneous goodies you could need throughout the day (tissues, hand sanitizer, or lip balm, anyone?). Available in multiple colors, it's also customizable with gold foil letters

Most Commemorative

Mark & Graham Hand Hooked Wedding Pillows

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Most Commemorative

Mark & Graham Hand Hooked Wedding Pillows

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Add a sweet, custom touch to their sofa or bed with a throw pillow hooked with the date of a wedding (or new home move-in!).

Best Artisan-Made

Minted SIN Wyat Candelabra

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SIN Wyat Candelabra
Best Artisan-Made

Minted SIN Wyat Candelabra

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Minted may be known for its custom holiday cards and fine prints but beyond these personal touches are products from artisan studios across the U.S. and while you can't actually get these things monogrammed, their unique feel will undoubtedly make your giftee feel as if you got the gift made just for them.

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Best Board

Williams Sonoma Marble & Brass Monogram Board

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Marble & Brass Monogram Board
Best Board

Williams Sonoma Marble & Brass Monogram Board

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Keep the personalization simple with just one glossy brass letter on a marble serving platter. Plus, if you bring it to the holiday party, there's a good chance the hostess will use it that night.

Best Scent

Wild Rose Zodiac Candle

Zodiac Candle
Best Scent

Wild Rose Zodiac Candle

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Zodiac candles are the kind of personalized gift to give at the last-minute because they don't actually require any kind of personalization.

Most Photogenic

Artifact Uprising Brass Easel & Calendar

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Brass Easel & Calendar
Most Photogenic

Artifact Uprising Brass Easel & Calendar

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This desk calendar takes a bit more effort than simply choosing the right letter or zodiac sign. First, pick the font then arrange your 12 favorite photos (one for each month). It doesn't take more than a few minutes, but trust us; it will mean the world to the lucky recipient who gets to enjoy the sweet images all year.

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Best Bag

Stoney Clover Lane Classic Duffle Bag

Classic Duffle Bag
Best Bag

Stoney Clover Lane Classic Duffle Bag

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The weekender bag is perhaps the most versatile piece of luggage. You can use it for the gym, your next vacation, or anything else that will let you pack light. Think of the world traveler in your and embroider their initials on the outer shell. That way, no one else on the plane, train, or car will think it's theirs and swipe it by mistake.

Most Lost Art

Papier Wildflower Meadow

Wildflower Meadow
Most Lost Art

Papier Wildflower Meadow

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This is our official request to bring back the lost art of letter writing. We have a feeling that such elegant stationery will inspire people to put down their phones and pick up a pen instead. Plus, no matter which pattern you pick, you can personalize it with anything from a monogram to a name.

Best Embroidery

L.L.Bean Tote Bag

Tote Bag
Best Embroidery

L.L.Bean Tote Bag

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A timeless alternative to the traditional weekender bag is L.L. Bean's super-durable canvas tote, which come in four sizes that work for any occasion. The retailer even gives you the option to embroider it, making it even more special.

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Coziest Throw

Bauble Bar On Repeat Blanket

On Repeat Blanket
Coziest Throw

Bauble Bar On Repeat Blanket

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From afar, the On Repeat throw looks like a colorful abstract design, but upon closer inspection, it's a letter. If you're in a punch and need a good personalized gift fast, this is the way to go.

Blanc Space Personalized iPhone Case

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Blanc Space Personalized iPhone Case

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Snap this Blanc Space case onto your phone and you'll never pick up someone else's device thinking it's yours. If pink and red is a bit loud for you, feel free to customize every detail, including the font, letter placement, and color palette.

Most Sentimental

Morning Joy Co Recipe Cutting Board

Recipe Cutting Board
Most Sentimental

Morning Joy Co Recipe Cutting Board

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Turn one of their most treasured family recipes into a keepsake with this custom engraved cutting board.

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Best Cup

Anthropologie Tiled Margot Monogram Mug

Tiled Margot Monogram Mug
Best Cup

Anthropologie Tiled Margot Monogram Mug

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These monogram mugs have a cool bistro vibe, and they're a great affordable pick.

Most Nostalgic

Jen Russell Smith Custom House Portrait

Custom House Portrait
Most Nostalgic

Jen Russell Smith Custom House Portrait

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Shopping for someone who just bought a house? Have their new home illustrated in a beautiful custom portrait—one of our favorite gifts to give.

Best Tech-Centric

Leatherology Laptop Envelope Sleeve

Laptop Envelope Sleeve
Best Tech-Centric

Leatherology Laptop Envelope Sleeve

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Up their remote work game with a chic carrying case for their laptop.

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Most Insulated

Fellow Carter Everywhere Mug

Carter Everywhere Mug
Most Insulated

Fellow Carter Everywhere Mug

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If you're can't is convinced they can't make it out the door without a cup of coffee, this fan-favorite mug will be the first thing they reach for in the morning. It can be personalized with their name or an inside joke between the two of you.

Most Earthy

Uncommon Goods Birth Month Flower Grow Kit

Birth Month Flower Grow Kit
Most Earthy

Uncommon Goods Birth Month Flower Grow Kit

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If they love growing flowers and tending to their plants, they'll appreciate this kit that will help them bloom the flowers associated with their birth month.

Best Illustration

Shelly Klein Personalized Family Mugs

Personalized Family Mugs
Best Illustration

Shelly Klein Personalized Family Mugs

Get one of these mugs for everyone in the family, each with an illustration depicting them.

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Most Puzzling

Uncommon Goods New York Times Custom Front Page Puzzle

New York Times Custom Front Page Puzzle
Most Puzzling

Uncommon Goods New York Times Custom Front Page Puzzle

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This puzzle makes for a fun activity and a cool keepsake. Just plug in their birthday, and the maker will create a puzzle for them based on the New York Times front page on that day.

Sweetest Note

Frankie Print Co Love Letter Blanket

Love Letter Blanket
Sweetest Note

Frankie Print Co Love Letter Blanket

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Immortalize a letter to a loved one with this customizable blanket—just send your note to the seller and you'll get a cozy throw with it woven right in.

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