Graduation season is upon many parents and finding perfect gifts for the graduate can be a tough task to get done. Yet there are easy ways to approach such a meaningful event. For instance, thinking about what a graduate will be up to in the few months after graduation narrows choices down quite a bit as well as the fact that they will soon (hopefully) be starting an exciting career.
From minimalist travel journals and jetsetter skincare lines to bike-friendly office outfits and office-appropriate headphones, there are many gifts for the graduate that fall into these categories. Not to mention inspirational posters, modern watches and beautiful jewelry pieces that become mementos of the very special occasion.
22 Gifts for the Graduate
From Illustrated Inspirational Posters to Jetsetter Skincare Kits:
Meghan Young — May 28, 2014 — Fashion
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Laser-Cut Leather Goods
This Collection of Premium Accessories Will Look Even Better with Age
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Motivational Wall Displays
This No-Sew Inspirational Banner Offers Kind Words of Encouragement
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Tech-Friendly Luggage
The Travelteq Active Carry-On Bag Boasts a Convenient Side Pocket
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Versatile Smart Earphones
The Dash Smart Earphones Do More Than Just Deliver Music to Your Ears
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Uplifting Iconic Inspirational Posters
These Posters Portray Iconic People with Famous Quotes
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Portable Cyclist Coffee Holders
The Bookman Portable Coffee Holder Helps Coffee Lovers On the Go
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Effortlessly Sophisticated Timepieces
These Elegant Watch Designs Embody the Barvur Aesthetic
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Blunt To-Do List Notebooks
Never Forget the Urgency Of Your Tasks with These Funny Notebooks
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Classic Composition Phone Covers
This Notebook Phone Case Features an Iconic and Appealing Design
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Convenient Cumulous Notebooks
The Cloud Book Notebook is an Adorable Way to Write
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Urban Compact Bikes
The T Series by VANMOOF is Meant for Those Living in the City
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Inspirational Illustrated Posters
This Hopeful Quotes Poster Project is Sweet and Moving
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Jetsetter Skincare Kits
This Traveller’s Skincare Kit is a Perfect Gift for Father's Day
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Neutral Font Fragrances
The Guts and Glory Helvetica Perfume Does Not Smell Like Anything
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Retro-Modern Travel Accessories
This Suitcase by Lotty Lindeman and Wouter Scheublin is 60s Chic
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Inspirational Puny Statement Posters
This New Series of Design Posters is Cheeky and Vibrant
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Confident Meme Notebooks
The 'Makers Gonna Make' Notebook Speaks of a Life of Success
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Cussing Motivational Calendars
This Motivational Calendar will Put an End to Your Procrastination
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Upcycled Tarpaulin Totes
This Unique Travel Bag is Made From Recycled Truck Tarps
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Custom Notebook-Designing Apps
FiftyThree's 'Book' App Makes Completely Custom Printed Books
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Luxe Metal Earphones
Nocs NS500 Aluminum Buds Offer Great Style and Quality Sound
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Dual Device Chargers
This Ventev Powercell 5000 USB Charger Makes Use of Multiple Ports
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Compass-Inspired Watches
The Crossover Watch by Projects is Stylishly Minimal
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Minimalist Travel Branding
Zen Travel by Lauren O'Brien Uses a Simplistic Look
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Office-Friendly Headphones
Master & Dynamic's MH40 Model Minimizes Distraction by Containing Sound
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Inspirational Chalkboard Banks
The CapitaLIST Pig Chalkboard Keeps You Motivated to Save
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Earthy Product Packaging
GreenLife's New All-Natural Branding Identity is Fresh and Harmonious
Cork Wallets
STITCH & LOCKE Offers an Animal-Free Accessory for Men
Smartphone-Stimulating Dishes
Intel Charging Bowl Debuted at CES 2014 as an Advanced Cordless Dock
Gilded Mountain Bikes
The 24K Gold Bike by The House of Solid Gold is Extreme and Extravagant
Minimalist Monochromatic Luggage
The HAERFEST Collection F is Abstract Art-Inspired
Travel BBQ Grills
This Portable BBQ Grill Adopts a Playful Suitcase Shape
Delicate Floral Carriers
This DIY Flower Clutch is the Perfect Accessory for Spring
Lightweight Commuter Bicycles
The Viks Bike is Made From Several Hollowed Tubes
Luxury Designer Audio Accessories
The Beats by Alexander Wang Collection is Sleek and Stylish
Minimalist Techcessory Ledges
Stage Interactive Shelf Inconspicuously Conceals Wires and Devices
Luxury Designer Headphone Collabs
The Chanel x Monster Headphones Boasts Iconic Quilted Leather
Opulent Golden Bicycles
The 24-Karate Gold Extreme Mountain Bike is Ultra Luxurious
Urban Bike Hybrids
The Cannondale Bad Boy 1 is Stealthy and Stylish
Ridiculous Cab Driver Calendars
Celebrate Every Month with Your Taxi Driver Calendar
Decreasing Origami Cartons
The U Shape Travel Set Conveniently Downsizes During Your Trip
Pint-Sized Bamboo Bikes
Greenchamp Creates Sustainable Designs for Children
Cheap Solar-Powered Watches
The 'SolarSmile' Watches by Q&Q are Charged by Solar Energy
Iconic Soda Clothing Collections
The Pepsi Live for Now Campaign Now Includes Streetwear
Luxury Floral Timepieces
This Christophe Claret Margot Watch Was Designed Exclusively for Women
Androgynous Molecular Branding
This Unisex Branding Identity is Fresh and Eccentric
Artisan Seafood Branding
The Sitka Salmon Shares Packaging is Artfully Illustrated
Revolutionary Wireless Ergonomic Earphones
The Dash Wireless Earphones are Compact And Liberating
Self-Pumping Bicycles
The Inflator Bicycle Makes It So You'll Never Have a Flat Tire Again
Modishly Imagined Concert Posters
These Concert Posters Were Re-Appropriated by Dawid Ryski
Uplifting Iconic Inspirational Posters
These Posters Portray Iconic People with Famous Quotes
Minimalist Villainous Posters
Show Your Love for the Bad Guys with These Disney Villain Posters
Nerf-Inspired Foam Headphones
Headfoams are a Kid-Friendly Audio Option
One-Touch Operational Luggage
This Compact Carryon Luggage From Torq is Scratch Resistant
Matte Black Bottle Branding
The Five Olive Oil Bottle Packaging Takes on Mind-Blowing Shape
Skinny Sustainable Wallets
Slim Sleeve by Bellroy Boasts a Quick Draw Pocket for Two Cards
Punctuality-Encouraging Watches
This Box Clever Concept Watch Helps You Be More Punctual
3D-Printed Travel Necessities
Lost Luggage by Janne Kyttanen Moves Away from Suitcase-Schlepping
Nautical Diving Watches
This Russian Diver Watch by Invicta Resembles an Antique Diving Suit
Luggage-Tracking Tags
CalypsoTag Combines Designer Style with Luggage GPS Capabilities
Elegant Wooden Headphone Holders
The WAYA is a Hardwood Accessory for Wrapping Your Headphones
Timber Movie Posters
These Wood Movie Posters by Spacewolf are Hand-Carved
Worldly Pictogram Posters
The Pictogram Faces Book Posters Represent Universal Understanding
Perfeclty Timed Swiss Watches
The TAG Heuer Monaco V4 Tourbillon Has a Novel Timekeeping System
Effortlessly Sophisticated Timepieces
These Elegant Watch Designs Embody the Barvur Aesthetic
Bowling Pin Bottles
Constantin Bolimond's Bottle Design Concept Becomes a Toy After Use
Urban Legends Travel Posters
Fernando Reza Mythic Beasts Travel Posters Call You to Adventure
Rattle-Free Mountain Bicycles
The Cavalerie Bikes Feature a Belt Drive Instead of Regular Chains
Beach Beauty Products
The Gnarly Whale's Vegan Cruelty-Free Items Inspired by a Love of the Ocean
Minimalist Bluetooth Headphones
The Piston Bluetooth Headphones Stream Good Wireless Vibes
Feather-Light Wristwatches
The BRM V6-44-MK Watch is the World's Lightest Automatic Wristwatch
Wireless Control Earphones
hi-Edo Headphones Make Your Mobile Lifestyle Mess-Free
Spherical Movie Icon Posters
Rafael Lima Illustrated Famous Movie Characters into a Poster
Ethical Gold Watches
The Fairmined Watch by Chopard is the First Watch Made From Fair Gold
Sleek Heavy-Duty City Bicycles
The Summit T Bike by Antonio Serrano Anticipates Various Terrains
Minimalist Pop Culture Prints
These Posters of Iconic TV Shows Tell a Story in Three Symbols
Drinkable Sunscreens
Harmonised H2O UV Protection by Osmosis Skincare Blocks UVA and UVB Rays
Black Men-Targeting Razors
The Bevel Shaving System by Walker and Company Addresses Curly Hair
Exquisite Cat Eye Watches
The New Girard-Perregaux Cat's Eye Watch Celebrates its Anniversary
Wild Animal-Inspired Watches
The Tiger Kensington Watch Gets it's Beauty from the Fierce Beast
Durable Titanium Diving Watches
The Dive Master 500 Titanium Watch is Both Functional and Stylish
Iconic Meme-Inspired Calendars
The 2014 Grumpy Cat Calendar is Filled with Attitude
Virtual Zombie-Shooting Games
'Zero Latency' is Developing a Free-Roaming Virtual Reality Game
Sweat-Proof Headphones
The Monster + Adidas Headphones Keep Users Dry While Exercising
Wooden Bamboo Watches
This Bamboo Watch Design Puts an Emphasis on Sustainability & Style
Hilarious Hanukkah Invitations
This Holiday Invitation Advises You to Eat Latkes
Swank WiFi Headphones
The Streamz Headphones Can Receive and Play Music Wirelessly
Monochromatic Sci-Fi Posters
These Alternative Star Wars Posters are Minimalist Masterpieces
Retro-Modern Travel Accessories
This Suitcase by Lotty Lindeman and Wouter Scheublin is 60s Chic
Literally Interpretation Movie Posters
These Illustrated Movie Posters are Clever
Disposable Battery Chargers
This Unique Little Device Will Bring Your Batteries Back to Life
Hybrid Sportswear Headphones
Adidas Originals & Monster Pair Up for These Flashy New Headphones
Dimensional Cubism Art
Adam Daily's Graphic Illustrations Play With a Viewer's Perception
Superhero Soda Bottle Art
These Superhero Soda Pop Posters Offer an Enjoyable Perspective
Beauty Product Advent Calendars
The Benefit Countdown to Love Edition is Made for Fashionistas
Honest Statement Typography
This Minimalist Typography Series Pays Homage to Typography Legends
Trackable Wine Suitcases
This Wine Suitcase can Safely Hold 12 Bottles of Wine and is Trackable
Customizable OS Smartphones
Jolla's Open System Phone Can be Customized Inside & Out
Sun-Powered Watches
Q & Q's Solar-Powered Watch Tells Time Thanks to the Sun
Classic Film-Themed Posters
Artist Laurent Durieux has Created an Art Show for Film Posters
Eclectically Colored Soap Branding
Enjabonarte is Set with Bright Hues to Stand Out
Sleek Wireless Headphones
The Beats Studio Wireless Headphones Combine Great Sound and Portability
Simplistically Chic Cookbook Apps
The Modernist Cuisine Recipe App is Loaded with How-To Videos
Multi-Function Projector Gadgets
The ZTE Projector Hotspot Showcased at CES 2014
Versatile Wallet-Sized Chargers
Illume Adaptor Can Be Carried About for Emergency Gadget Rejuicing
Cultured Pictogram Posters
Mutabor Design's Pictogram Posters Promote World-Wide Cultures
Disney Theatrical Posters
'Oh My Disney' Shows Off its Collection of Original Run Movie Posters
Elegant Minimalist Smartwatches
The Cogito Smartwatch Display Pops Up When You Get a Notification
Sleek USB Flashlights
The ZeroHour USB Flashlight Keeps You Feeling Safe
High Fashion Pet Purses
Store Your Essentials and Your Pet in One Place with this Chic Dog Bag
Silly Status Generating Sites
What Would I Say Creates Personalized Nonsense Facebook Updates
Boldly Striped Bags
The Head Porter SS14 Brighton Collection Has a Nautical Appeal
Size-Customized Earphones
JBL's J46BT Bluetooth Wireless Headphone Sizes Up the Market at CES 2014
Hand Tool Guide Posters
This Hand Tool Chart is a Helpful Guide for Beginners
Powerfully Versatile Chargers
The Powerall Charges Electronic Devices & Jump-Starts Car Batteries
Classic Literary Beach Bags
Imagine Your Life in the 1880s When You Carry the Jane Eyre Tote Bag
Moonwalk-Honoring Watches
This Speedmaster by Omega Honors Buzz Aldrin's Moonwalk
Sweet Tooth Calendars
This Junk Food Calendar is a Low-Cal Way to Enjoy Your Favorite Treats
Heart Rate-Tracking Earphones
The LG Lifeband Earphones Keep Track of The Heart Racers at CES 2014
Nostalgic Heroic Illustrations
Beloved Nintendo Characters are Dressed Up in The Avengers Tribute
Perceptive Alcohol Branding
This Viejo Indecente Packaging Embodies a Mysterious Aesthetic
Baggage Fee-Avoiding Bodysuits
The JakToGo Jacket Lacks Style But Has Tons of Functionality
Svelte Leather Wallets
The Ultra-Thin TRIM Wallet Stores All Your Cash and Cards
Dashing Ideation Billfolds
The Note:Wallet Combines Card Storage and a Place to Record Thoughts
Electronic Luggage Tags
These Luggage Tags Make Travelling Incredibly Easy
Bean Blasting Music Players
The iBean is an Eco-Friendly Tiny Music Device with Powerful Sound
Orbiting Circular Calendars
The 2014 Wall ASR Calendar Has a Circular Clock Face Design
Fishy Film Posters
These Film Posters are Updated with Under the Sea Creatures
Wireless Cell Phone Chargers
WiTricity is Making Wireless Charging Realistic at CES 2014
Remarkably Rapid Device Chargers
These Units by Journova Charge at High Speeds
Handcrafted Wood Earphones
The New Meze 11 Deco Earphones are Functional and Stylish
Dismantled Gaming Console Posters
Patrick Morgan Designs Art in the Likes of Retro Game Consoles
Polkadot Bike Accessories
The Bookman Magnetic Reflectors Makes Cyclists More Visible
Modern Abstract Posters
Graphic Textures by Becky Kemp is Contemporary Art for the Home
Planetary Energy Bars
Moonbar's Natural Energy Bar Ingredients Are All of the Earth
Fantasy Film Toy Posters
This Hobbit Poster is Barrels of Fun for Fans of the Movie
Vintage Pocket Notebooks
'The Recap Notebook' Makes for the Perfect Confidant
Kaleidoscopic Lookbook Videos
The Michael Kors House of Fraser Collection Video Dazzles
Baseball Team Timepieces
Gear Up for the 2014 Baseball Season with These Athletic Watches
Music-Embedded Ponchos
The Radio Poncho by Liana Kong Plays Tunes Through the Hoodie
Medieval Mashup Posters
These Wizard Of Oz Characters are Imagined as Game Of Thrones Houses
Aromatic Skincare Lines
L'Art Du Soin by Diptyque is an Unexpected Luxury Alternative
Creative Celebratory Calendars
Every Day is a Holiday With this Cute SolitudePress 2014 Calendar
Retro Portable Headphones
The V-Moda XS Headphones are Beefy-Looking but Comfortable to Wear
Peg-Handle Hybrids
The Hook & Knob Provides Double the Storage and Some Wall Protection
Communally Crafted Bicycles
The Scatto Italiano Bikes Were Inspired by Italian Tradition
Luxurious Ethical Skincare
Mokosh's Ethical Skincare Products are Preservative-Free and Vegan
Plant-Based Skincare
Iwilla Remedy Offers Quality Responsible Products
Weight-Testing Luggage Handles
Selma Durand Creates the 'Weighing Handle' for Travel
Prestigious Pipe Packaging
Blatter & Blatter is Pipe-Making Company with an All-New Design
Compact Contact Charging Docks
The Qitah Charger Has a Sticky Surface that Transfers Power
Cartoon Kitty Carry-Ons
The Trunki Hello Kitty Ride-On Is the Cats Meow for Kids
Stadium Quality Headphone Ads
These Pioneer Headphones Ads Visualize the Listening Experience
Diamond-Embellished Earphone Covers
The DEOS Diamond Earphones Covers Make for Lavish Listening
Dog-Incorporated Rapper Calendars
This 2014 Calendar Features Kanye West Posing with Pugs