Whether you’re buying for your own parents, or your loved ones with kids, buying for parents can be difficult. You want to show them how much you care, but what if they seemingly have it all?!
When it comes to buying thoughtful gifts for parents, it’s easier than you may think. Here are our top tips on finding, buying, or making the perfect gift for any parents in your life.
Unique Gift Ideas For Parents Who Have Everything
One of the ironies of looking for gift ideas for parents is that they probably prioritize their kids’ needs over their own. This means that they may not have a strong wishlist to work from!
Or maybe they are super independent, and everything they could need is already taken care of. If this is the case, it’s time to think outside the box and come up with unique gift ideas that will make them feel appreciated and special.
Here are some of our favorites:
Celebrate Their Style
Many parents are so busy with their kids, that their own personal style may take the backburner. Some of the most thoughtful, unique gift ideas are the things that celebrate their individuality! Here are some cool ideas for stylish moms and dads.
Sentimental Jewelry
Quality jewelry is timeless, and thoughtful pieces will always be a much-loved gift. For the classy mom, a pearl bracelet is a timeless, stylish gift. She can wear it on its own, make a wrist stack with other cool bracelets, or layer it with the rest of her stylish jewelry.
Pearl bracelets never go out of style, and it will be a thoughtful memento of this precious phase of life.
Cool Clogs
When it comes to gifts, sometimes the key is to buy a more luxurious version of everyday basics. These stylish garden clogs are perfect for dads to throw on around the house or run out the door for their kids’ soccer training.
If shoes are going to be living by the front door, they may as well look cool!
Fun For All The Family
When searching for unique gifts for parents, sometimes the trick is to buy for the kids, too. Family-focused gifting is a fail-safe choice, and encourages quality time together! Here are some of our faves.
Family Game Time
A bit of friendly competition never hurt anyone, and games are a classic gift for any family. A well-stocked games cupboard is a recipe for laughter, and is a great option for parents who have it all! Kubb, also sometimes known as Viking Chess, is a simple yet addictive backyard game.
It involved two teams throwing wooden batons to try and beat their opponents, and is super simple once you get the hang of it! It’s a gift that will ensure they’re the stars of any family BBQ!
Pyjama Party
One of the non-negotiables of parenthood is the nightly bedtime battle. Evenings are a time for connection and routine, so why not make them a little more fun with matching pajamas?
Matching pajamas for parents and kids are a cute and cozy choice, and will bring family movie nights to the next level. Plus, who doesn’t love a gift that encourages lounging around at home!
Make It An Experience
One of the things that most parents gripe about is never having enough time, including quality time with their loved ones. Instead of buying more “stuff,” why not treat them to a day or evening out?
Tickets to a Museum
For the nerdy mom or dad, consider grabbing them tickets to a cool museum, science fair, or art exhibition. Not only will it reflect their curiosity, it’s a great way to share their love of learning with kids.
Make sure to research any limited exhibitions, too, as you can probably assume they’ve been meaning to check it out!
A Solo Parents’ Dinner
There’s no doubt that parents love spending time with their kids, but it’s easy for date nights to become a thing of the past. As a treat, consider grabbing a voucher from a local fave restaurant (or even making the reservation and pre-paying yourself!) to encourage a night out of the house.
Bonus points: offer to babysit or cover the childcare for the evening, too!
When In Doubt, DIY
When it comes to thoughtful gift giving, presents don’t have to be extravagant or expensive to be appreciated. In fact, some of the most special gifts are ones that have been made with love.
Making your own gifts is a great idea for the parents that have it all, as it’s a guarantee that they don’t have this! Here are some cool things to make at home that any mom or dad will love.
Homemade Handbag Charm
Jewelry-making is a classic pastime, but have you ever considered making a bag or wallet charm? These small trinkets are a great opportunity to get creative with fun colors and beads, and they don’t have to be as personal as a piece of jewelry.
Consider making a funky loop that attaches to a handbag strap, or a dangling charm made with a cool leather cord. Get creative with your design, and revel in the fact that your gift is totally bespoke!
Custom Mug
Making a personalized mug or ceramic platter is easier than you may realize. Simply grab some markers, create your design, and fire them at home in the oven. This is also a great gift for kids to get involved with, as their custom gift can become a forever keepsake.
Remember, It’s The Thought That Counts!
As you’re considering gift ideas for the parents who have it all, remember that the act of giving is more important than the present itself! Whether you choose a simple DIY or sentimental piece of pearl jewelry, giving a gift is an act of love that any parent will appreciate. When someone has everything, your love and thoughtfulness is the ultimate present.
