23 best personalised gifts 2025 for her, him and you
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You’re not like other gifters, bestie — you go the extra mile with the best personalised gifts. And honestly? There’s no debate: customised gifts are hands down some of the best Christmas gifts you can get. Whether it’s a monogrammed make-up bag, a pendant decorated with their initials, or a photo book packed with nostalgia-inducing photos, everyone loves a gift that feels truly theirs. Luckily, locating the best personalised gifts is now just as easy as picking something off the shelf.
Yep, it's the simple answer to a common dilemma: what do you get for the people who have everything? From luxe gifts for her to thoughtful mother-in-law gifts and soft toys for the adorable one-year-old in your life, I’ve found you options, all finished with a personal touch.
Think handwritten napkins for newlyweds, to a monogrammed bathrobe that will finally stop your Dad from ‘borrowing’ hotel robes, see my carefully curated edit of the best personalised gift ideas below — most with quick delivery in time for Christmas, their birthday or an upcoming anniversary. So, enough talking, let’s get engraving.
How I choose the best personalised gifts:
When it comes to finding the best personalised gifts, I like to approach it from every angle. What would my mum love? What would a makeup-obsessed friend want? What would my ex-boyfriend have wanted… besides a break from me? And of course, what do I secretly want? I combine market research with expert insight to create a list that ticks every box.
With the rest of the Glamour shopping team, I attend product launches and press days to test the latest in fashion, beauty, and lifestyle, hunting down the gifts that are actually worth your money. If a product hasn’t been personally road-tested by me or a Glamour editor, I lean on customer reviews and stick to brands we know and trust.
When I get my hands on a sample, here’s what I look for:
- Design — Is it useful, durable and cute enough to actually display?
- Price point — Would we genuinely spend this much on it?
- Delivery — How smooth was the shipping, and were there hidden costs?
- Giftability — Is it something your recipient will not only love, but actually use regularly?
Beauty, fashion and viral buys aplenty.

Ahead, the best personalised gifts, approved by a Glamour shopping editor:
What are good personalised gifts?
The best customised gifts for mums, dads, partners, or friends are ones you know they’ll actually use. Even better? Something they’ve been hinting at all year. We like to keep a running list in our notes app of little mentions throughout the year, so when birthdays or Christmas roll around, we’re totally prepared. A personalised gift already shows thoughtfulness that regular presents just can’t match — and honestly, we’ve yet to meet anyone who doesn’t love a dressing gown embroidered with their initials or a toiletries bag with their name on it.
How can I get a personal gift for someone I don't know that well?
The magic of a good customised gift is that it instantly feels personal, even if all you know is their name or initials. Don’t know someone’s taste just yet, but still want to impress? An Emma Bridgewater mug or a personalised notebook is always a safe bet. Either way, you’re giving them something they definitely don’t already have.























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