The 33 graduation gift ideas for the class of 2025

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She's set to collect her scroll next week, so you're desperate for a host of the best graduation gift ideas. Thankfully, GLAMOUR's got you. Yep, our editors — most of whom have been there and done that — have curated an edit of the best gifts to spoil your freshly qualified grad.
And no, there's not a gift card in sight. From thoughtful, personalised gifts — gold jewellery and gratitude journals — to experience gifts that force her to take some time for herself ahead of her first day in full-time work. Or, if you're looking for something a little more practical, we've gathered a selection of office-appropriate blazers, work bags and commute-friendly tech like wireless headphones and portable chargers. And if she's set to move to a flat-share, we've found funky wall art and luxury bed sheets to properly set up her first apartment ahead of her new chapter.
For those willing to splurge.
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Ahead, our edit of the best graduation gift ideas for 2025, approved by GLAMOUR editors:
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Best personalised gift for graduates
A great coming-of-age gift for a modern graduate girly, this signet ring is made from 14k solid gold and can be engraved with a single initial to make it extra special.
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Best cookware gift for graduates
A great gift for a graduate who's juggling starting their first job and moving from a dorm room to a cramped flat-share, this multi-functional Our Place Always Pan will be a definite upgrade to the mismatch of cookware they've inherited over the last three years. A unique graduation gift, but one which will be well-received nonetheless.
Save when you shop the best graduation gift ideas with these Our Place discount codes.
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Best photo gift for graduates
Anthropologie Philippa Scalloped Ceramic Photo Frame
You'll take approximately 598 pics of her on her graduation day, so it's only right that you frame one of her favourites. Not only will it remind her of what she's achieved to date, but also of what she can do when she puts her mind to it.
Dopamine Home: A Bold Guide to Mood-Boosting Interiors
From tips and tricks for painting tiles and upcycling a cocktail cabinet, this brilliant coffee table book is filled with invaluable insights on how to tailor a rented home to her personal tastes without upsetting her landlord.
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Best silk pillowcase for graduates
SLIP Pure Silk Queen Pillowcase
She's gone and got herself a degree — so it's high time she swapped out that basic polyester pillowcase for a luxurious silk pillowcase that'll have her waking up each morning with hydrated and crease-free skin, as well as shiny, frizz-free hair.
Save when you shop for the best gift ideas for graduates with these Sephora discount codes.
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Best footwear gift for graduates
Birkenstock Boston Suede Clogs
While those entering the corporate workforce will need a wardrobe full of blazers and loafers, those set to work from home will find these scandi-style clogs a practical asset. Designed with year-round wear in mind (just pair with cosy socks during the cooler months), the cork-latex footbed will mould to their feet to ensure the perfect fit.
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Best novelty gift for graduates
Jellycat Amuseables Boiled Egg Graduation
Like Beanie Babies were to millennials, Jellycat is the ultimate collectable for Gen Z (and Gen Alpha after them). We particularly love the brand's Amuseables series — recognisable symbols all finished with a sweet but not-too-enthusiastic smile… and, in this case, a graduation cap to remind your loved one of her new status.
Save when you shop the best graduation gift ideas with these Fenwick discount codes.
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Best gift for post-graduates
Papier The Academic Diary & Plain Notebook Set
If she's bagged a degree but now has her sights set on a master's, then this duo of hardback notebooks will come in handy. Featuring an academic diary and a plain notebook, primed for daily journaling or manifesting her dreams, this will have her praising you daily. Plus, they can be individually personalised. Adorbs.
Save when you shop for the best gift ideas for graduates with these Papier discount codes.
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Best coffee mug for graduates
Damson Madder Handpainted Tulip Mug
A chic mug is an essential prop for company work calls. With its pastel coating and playful tulip handle, this one definitely fits the brief.
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Best suitcase for graduates
Antler Icon Stripe Large Suitcase
They might not quite get the significance of this gift at the time, but all grown-ups eventually come to understand the value (and cost!) of a high-quality, hard shell suitcase. This TikTok-approved Antler case is sure to see them through many getaways, work trips and house moves.
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Best gift for graduates under £30
Papier Eat & Move Softback Spiral Recipe Journal
An annoying yet essential part of being an adult, meal planning can be tricky to stick to when you've just started your first full-time job. But this pretty personalised recipe journal should hopefully help make the whole process a little bit easier.
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Best blazer for graduates
When it comes to workwear staples, it’s no secret that ARKET does it best. Effortlessly sophisticated, this oversized wool blazer will help her look smart and give her a healthy dose of confidence ahead of pitches or presentations. Plus, the fact that it's navy means that it'll go with pretty much everything.
Save when you shop for the best gift ideas for graduates with these ARKET discount codes.
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Best work bag for graduates
Dune Deliberate Extra Large Woven Shoulder Bag
A budget alternative to the Dragon Diffusion tote at the very top of her wishlist, this shoulder bag is the perfect accessory, whether she uses it as a work or gym bag. Yep, this one has enough space to fit everything from her water bottle to laptop and spare t-shirt, as you never know where Thursday drinks might lead.
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Best jewellery gift for graduates
Lily & Roo Gold Ten Pearl Choker
Capable of instantly elevating an otherwise casual work outfit, this stunning pearl choker is the perfect accessory for adding a little elegance to her favourite jeans-and-a-white-tee combo.
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Best wireless headphones for graduates
These (bestselling) headphones will have their back through everything from busy days in the office, to lunchtime runs and video calls on WFH days. Alongside unmatched sound quality and super slick noise cancellation, they boast an impressive 30-hour battery life when fully charged.
Save when you shop for the best gift ideas for graduates with these Sonos discount codes.
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Best WFH gift for graduates
Ember Mug² Temperature Control Smart Mug & Coaster
Within just a few weeks of working life, your recent grad will learn how annoying it is to have to reheat your hot drinks — mainly because you got distracted by 45,879 emails and 54 Zoom calls. But thankfully, this smart mug and coaster will keep their coffee warm all day.
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Best designer gift for graduates
Dolce & Gabbana Leather Card Holder
If you want to go all out, this designer card wallet should comfortably see your college grad through to her 30th birthday. A chic and statement, thanks to that tangerine hue, it's the perfect place for them to store their everyday essentials.
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Best graduate gift under £100
Abbott Lyon Mini Hanging Letter Name Necklace
If she's joining a busy graduate scheme, wearing this bestseller initial necklace is guaranteed to help her stand out from the crowd — or, at the very least, help people remember her name.
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Best skincare tool for graduates
Working quickly and painlessly to break down impurities and clear any dirt lingering in her pores — that's due to the fact it delivery more than 7000 vibrations to the skin's surface per minute — this facial cleansing brush is a considerate way to show you care. Because we can confirm that clear aids confidence.
- 20/33
Best wellness gift for graduates
Intelligent Change The Five Minute Journal
This gratitude journal is filled with thoughtful prompts that'll have them starting each day by thinking about what they're most grateful for, and setting a daily affirmation. A great way for them to keep track of how they're feeling during a time of such significant change.
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Best practical gift for graduates
Steamery Cirrus 1 Handheld Steamer
When it comes to getting creases out of clothing, a handheld steamer is way easier to get to grips with than an iron. This aesthetic option from Steamery is lightweight, portable and will help them quickly get the wrinkles out of their work outfits pre-commute.
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Best tech gift for graduates
Consisting of a wireless keyboard and touchpad, and a book-like case that cleverly transforms into a laptop stand, this compact kit contains all the essential accessories for transforming a cramped kitchen table into a nifty WFH space. Best of all, at the end of the day, it all folds neatly away.
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Best speaker for graduates
JBL Flip 6 Portable Bluetooth Speaker
They're most likely heading into their last long summer holiday for the foreseeable future — so ensure it's one to remember by making their barbecues, beach days, and group getaways even better with this portable waterproof speaker.
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Best perfume for graduates
Glossier You Rêve Eau de Parfum
One of our favourite perfumes that's also a tad more grown up than the Sol De Janeiro body mists which saw her through uni, this Glossier scent opens with rich buttercream, followed by an addictive centre of plum butter, toasted almond, iris and creamy white sandalwood.
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Best small-scale gift for graduates
As well as being fitted with a super strong magnet attachment, this wireless and fully hands-free charger even has a clever built-in foldable kickstand that'll keep their iPhone at a comfortable viewing angle while it works. One for the gadget lovers.
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The Flat Lay Co Makeup Box Bag In Pink Leopard
The Flat Lay Co Makeup Box Bag
Ideal for a glamorous grad who's always on the go, this clever make-up bag storage turns from a box into a tray for easy access. Great touch-ups in between all her upcoming interviews.
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Best wardrobe basic for graduates
TALA The Essential Linen Shirt
A staple addition to any working woman's summer wardrobe, this breathable linen shirt has been made with a sustainable, high-quality blend of linen and viscose, plus has an oversized fit that makes it perfect for layering.
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Best hot air brush for graduates
Shark Beauty SmoothStyle Hot Brush and Smoothing Comb
Make sure she shows up to the first day of her new job by treating her to this clever hot air brush that'll leave her with smooth and sleek locks. Chances are her entry-level salary won't quite stretch to weekly blowouts, but we can confirm this is the next best thing.
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Best weekend bag for graduates
If they're moving away from home to start their new job, this bestselling weekend bag will help make it easy for them to regularly return for a catch-up with friends and family. Alongside being super cute, it's got a wide, easy-access opening, and boasts a separate bottom compartment that’s perfect for storing shoes or dirty clothes.
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Best wide-leg trousers for graduates
lululemon Daydrift High-Rise Trouser
The perfect in-between pair of trousers, these pleated pants have been engineered to ensure freedom of movement and all-day comfort, thanks to their four-way stretch. Best of all, they come in five wear-with-everything colours and every size from a UK 4 to 18.
Save when you shop for the best graduation gift ideas with these lululemon discount codes.
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Best skincare gift set for graduates
A revitalising and refreshing way to help them wake up and depuff before work, these clever ice globes have been designed to effortlessly glide over the face, with long-term use possibly leading to lifted, tighter and brighter skin.
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Best laptop backpack for graduates
Troubadour Apex Compact Backpack 3.0
A practical gift for those who cycle into the office, this lightweight design is arguably one of the best work bags for 2025. Fitted with a padded pocket for their laptop, a luggage sleeve, waterproof zips, and two elasticated one-litre bottle holders, it's primed for holding all of the essentials.
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Best bed sheets for graduates
The White Company Maris Stripe Duvet Cover
Starting a full-time job is a truly tiring experience, so it's key that she gets in a quality slumber each night. Crafted from 200-thread-count cotton, this rose-coloured striped bedding will keep her cosy while also adding an adult edge to her childhood bedroom.

















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