It’s thematic, get it? This bracelet is a cute spin on the classic name necklace with each letter of their name spelled out on a pretty four-leaf clover to wish your new grad the best of luck in their new chapter of life!
When in doubt, it's safe to say most college graduates or students want money. This personalized grad gift card, which comes in a cute graduation cap lid, can be filled with rolled-up bills (the "diplomas") as a fun way to give cold, hard cash.
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If you’re planning on taking the classic card-with-money route, snag this cute little grad bear to round out your gift. It’s a fun on-theme keepsake and, of course, devastatingly cute.
Between all the grad parties, celebrations, and maybe even post-grad trips, there are plenty of special memories that would look SO good captured on film. This reloadable point-and-shoot film camera is super easy for beginners to use, and the photos turn out great (I’ve tested it myself!).
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I own a super similar set and it's sooooo comfortable. I'll wear it around the house 24/7 but it's also cute enough to wear outside. No matter what your grad is doing, they're going to live in comfy clothes like this.
This book gives solid career advice and attempts to answer the age-old question: “How can I have a job I love that also pays my rent?” A question for everyone, but especially in your 20s!
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Get them this delicate bracelet with their initial on it for a super personalized gift that’ll commemorate this major life milestone.
Just cuz they might need to carry a briefcase-like bag to the office doesn’t mean it has to be ugly, ok? This vegan leather option comes in a bunch of colors, fits a standard laptop, and boasts a handy luggage strap that’ll keep it perched on top of a carry-on for any work-related travel.
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Every new grad should have a tool kit for hanging posters, putting together their IKEA bed frame, and generally feeling put-together. This one just so happens to be pink, which obviously makes it an even better gift.
Graduation ceremonies, job interviews, networking events—a new grad has plenty of occasions where a pair of classic pumps would be super useful.
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A little jewelry box like this velvet one would look so nice sitting in their first apartment ever. It would also be the chicest way to gift someone a piece of jewelry, just saying...
Nothing says “getting my sh*t together” like a shelf filled with self-improvement books. Get their collection started with this best-selling book on making the most of the new decade they’re navigating.
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Cue alllllll the jokes about learning things in school that you’ll never need to know. This card game is full of 400 random facts to add to that list (and it'll draw out your grad into chatting about their lives).
Anyone who's WFH would love one of these adjustable laptop stands. They can use it when they're lying in bed or on the couch, then place it on a tabletop to convert it into a stand-up desk when they need to stretch their legs.
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Not only are these loafers professional, they're also super-practical. They're podiatrist-approved and are even comfortable to wear during a long commute.
Do they love having their phone available while they work? Get 'em this wireless magnetic charger that also gives their headphones some juice, too. Dual wireless charging while going hands-free? Yes pls.
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Cute office organizers and accessories will make their desk feel less, well, like an office—even if it's literally in their home—and make them feel stylish before they even start in on emails.
I don't know about you, but I outgrew my sticky college-themed back-of-the-phone wallet as soon as I accepted my diploma. This handy little wallet is way nicer and almost as convenient, plus it has RFID protection!
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They might have had the flexibility to eat wherever during college, but if they have an office job lined up, they’ll be really thankful for this practical lunch box set—which comes with three removable containers.
Absolutely everyone in the world needs a handheld vacuum—especially if they're in a little space and don't have room for the big corded versions. So you're gonna be a lifesaver.

Hannah is the Shopping Editor at Cosmopolitan, covering all things from chic home decor to trendy fashion finds, TikTok products that are actually worth your $$$, and the perfect gift to buy for your boyfriend's mom. She previously wrote for Seventeen and CR Fashion Book. Follow her on Instagram for hot takes on red carpet fashion and pictures of her office outfits that nobody asked for.

Daisy Maldonado is an editor who covers everything from the latest fashion news to deeper looks at beauty culture and the internet’s most talked-about pop culture moments. She’s especially interested in the intersection of style and digital culture, and loves exploring what the trends we follow say about us. When she’s not writing, she’s probably four pages deep on The RealReal searching for vintage designer pieces or planning her next trip abroad (she lived in Paris for a year and hasn’t stopped talking about it since). Her work has appeared in Vogue, Bustle, Allure, and many more.
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