17 gifts for practical people that are useful, unique and far from boring

Now, I don’t want to sound ungrateful… but I know I can’t be the only person who’s opened a present and been left feeling disappointed. As such, I'm always conscious to avoid making other people feel that way. To avoid being the gift giver behind a disappointing gift, it’s important to recognise the two instances this can happen: 1) when the gift is incredibly general and seems to have no thought behind it at all (read: gifting a pair of socks), or 2) when the gift is so impractical it'll just never, ever get used.

Whether you’re shopping for gifts for people who have everything, or you're keen to find gifts that can be used everyday, It’s always best to go with unique and practical gifts that your friend or family member will actually use, but have never bothered to buy themselves. But where on earth can you find great gifts for practical people?

Of course, there's a fine line between boring and practical gifts – so we've made it our mission to hunt down gifts for practical people that are anything but boring. And there’s nothing boring about this Roxanne Assoulin technicolor sunglasses or mask chain. Nothing adorned in a rainbow could ever be boring. There’s definitely something special about this practical multi-functional desk organiser. With a place for everything from your phone and keys to your glasses and jewellery, it’s ideal for keeping your WFH set up nice and tidy. And it can be made personalised gift with your name and initials.

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Gifts that solve problems like gadgets and gizmos designed to make life easier are the kinds of presents that will get put to good use everyday, rather than sitting at the back of a cupboard gathering dust. This charging cable keychain will always be to hand and is compact enough to attach to your keys and fit in your pocket. The perfect gift for busy people who need to charge their phone on the go.

After more gifting ideas? We've got the best gifts for men as well as a mega roundup of gifts for her… not to mention the best gifts for couples. We've also sorted you out with best friend gifts, gifts for teenage girls we promise they'll actually love, and new job gifts too. And for any other occasion you want gift inspiration for, head this way to see all of our gift guides.

Keep scrolling for our round up of gifts for practical people. Y'know: things your practical friends and family really want, but won’t think to ask for.