40 Best 21st Birthday Gifts They’ll Cheers To

Jessica Hartshorn, Cameron Jenkins

1

For The Memories

Kodak Digital Instant Print Camera

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No film or ink cartridges necessary — they can simply load this camera up with Kodak’s sticky-backed ZINK photo paper and start capturing memories ASAP.

2

Funny and Cheap

Adios Fake ID Glass

Adios Fake ID Glass

Suspect they’ve been skating by with a pretend birthday? You can rib them a bit with this stemless glass, which ships in a gift box. One grandma who reviewed it on Amazon says she put some rolled cash inside — now that’s a nice gift!

3

A Chic gift for him

Premium Leather Toiletry Bag

Premium Leather Toiletry Bag

He’s 21 now, so it’s time for him to get organized. He can start with all of his grooming gear after you get him this super sleek toiletry bag.

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4

Traditional Gift

Sterling Silver Tiny Heart Key Charm Necklace

Sterling Silver Tiny Heart Key Charm Necklace

Some say that a key is the custom gift to give to a 21-year-old. And luckily, you don’t have to spend a lot of money to give a sweet pendant. This is adorable and dainty.

5

Bar Crawl Necessity

The Original Nightcap Drink Cover Scrunchie

The Original Nightcap Drink Cover Scrunchie

While they’re out drinking, you’ll want to make sure they’re staying safe, and this cute and practical drink cover can help. Reviewers love that it’s discreet and easy to use. “I bought this for all of my daughters and their friends. It’s a cute way to keep your drinks safe from predators! I love that is comes in several colors so it’s easier to identify whose drink is whose !!!,” an Amazon reviewer said.

6

Popular Pick

2L Everywhere Belt Bag

2L Everywhere Belt Bag

Credit: Lululemon

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7

For the Bookworm

Twenty Guys You Date in Your Twenties

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Dating at any age can be rough, but at least this book will help them laugh through it. “Aesthetically, the book is BEAUTIFUL and colorful, but the writing is extremely impressive! Tons of voice, humor, heart and WISE, expert-level dating advice,” an Amazon reviewer raved.

8

Gag Gift

21st Birthday Toilet Paper

21st Birthday Toilet Paper

Want to make them LOL? Look no further than this gift. A bonus is that they’ll likely run out of toilet paper, and will be so happy they have this to use.

9

Best Gift Under $10

21st Birthday Wish Bracelet

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Wish bracelets are such a nice idea. Basically, they will make a wish before they put it on, and when it eventually falls off, the wish is supposed to come true!

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TikTok Viral Gift

Travel Backpack

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They are ready to see the world on their own now, so make sure they can do it as cool and convenient as possible. This viral travel backpack earns high-praise thanks to it’s size and the detachable crossbody bag it comes with.

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11

She’ll Keep It forever

Custom Leather Customized Jewelry Organizer

Custom Leather Customized Jewelry Organizer

A custom piece without the hefty price. This adorable case features their name and birth flower, making it extra special.

12

A Little Something

Birthday Bottle Opener

Birthday Bottle Opener

We love a useful gift, and it doesn’t get more useful than a bottle opener that can hang on his keys. Sure, it can be used for alcoholic drinks, but it’ll also come in handy for other drinks.

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Pretty Keepsake

Flower Glass

Flower Glass

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Commemorate their 21st birthday with one of these beautiful glasses featuring their birth flower. Uncommon Goods has an option for each month (this is September’s aster) and they’re all dishwasher-safe.

14

If You’re Totally Stumped

Personalized Book

Personalized Book

No idea what to get him? Try a personalized book! You can pick the cover color, dedication and photos to go in it as it tells all the reasons why he’s so special.

15

Cool Wall Art

Custom Map Poster

Custom Map Poster

He might be moving away from home soon. Or, maybe he’s leaving college and heading back home. Either way, you can get him a custom map poster to remind him of the city he loves the most.

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Affordable Gift Under $10

Clear Stadium Bag

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Whether they go to big concerts or big sporting events, many arenas and stadiums require clear bags for security. So this will likely be put to good use — and you could tuck a birthday card or tickets inside!

17

For the Future Mixologist

10-Piece Bartender Kit

10-Piece Bartender Kit

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This Amazon bestseller is for the 21-year-old who’s ready to try mixing some cocktails. The set includes a shaker with a built-in strainer, long-handled mixing spoon, ice tongs, a corkscrew and more, and comes in silver, gold, copper or black.

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Unique Birthday Gift on Amazon

The World as You’ve Never Seen It Before

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If you want to see this kid/adult really go places, inspire them with a deluxe hardcover edition of this well-loved guide featuring gorgeous photography.

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Just Add a Bottle of Wine

21st Birthday Wine Bag

21st Birthday Wine Bag

Give the gift of a red, white or rosé you think they’d like tucked into this 21st birthday decorative wine bag. It will make the bottle more special!

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Funny Gift Idea for Him

Adult Drinking Game

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If you’re just looking for something small and funny, this drinking game will definitely get the party started.

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Jessica (she/her) is a freelance writer with several decades of experience writing lifestyle content and evaluating home and parenting products. A mom of two teens and two cats, her previous work can be seen in American Baby and Parents.

Headshot of Cameron Jenkins

Cameron (she/her) is a staff writer for Good Housekeeping, where she covers everything from holidays to food. She is a graduate of Syracuse University, where she received a B.A. in magazine journalism. In her spare-time she can be found scrolling TikTok for the latest cleaning hacks and restaurant openings, binge-watching seasons of Project Runway or online shopping.

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