15 gifts for the millennials who are, unsurprisingly, still broke
From the The ultimate 2020 holiday gift guide: Here's something for everyone on your list series
Check out this guide featuring gifts that perpetually underpaid millennials will actually want to receive — and can afford to give.
Weather-predicting storm cloud
This storm cloud will not only look perfect on any windowsill or night stand, it also predicts the weather with the help of special liquid inside the cloud that crystalizes into different patterns as the exterior air pressure changes. $25, uncommongoods.com
Self-watering dinosaur planters
Plants have become all the rage among millennials in quarantine. These colorful and self-watering dinosaur planters are perfect for your busy, plant-obsessed friends - or those who can barely take care of themselves. $14, uncommongoods.com
Lulus scrunchie and scarf set
Add some extra flair to a pal's ponytail with this two-in-one hair accessory from Nordstrom. They can wear the scrunchie solo, or with the scarf for a polished look. Bonus points for being cute and trendy. $10, nordstrom.com
Cold beer coats
Keep your beer (or whatever your beverage of choice might be) chill this holiday season with these insulated beer coats. Your buds, taste and otherwise, will thank you. $13, uncommongoods.com
Social Stationery Set
We might not be as close spatially this holiday season, but your loved one can still keep in touch with friends and family by sending some snail mail their way. Rifle Paper Co. has fun and brightly colored stationary sets for any and all occasions. Plus, they'll help save the Post Office - win-win. $22, riflepaperco.com
Time For You Sand Timer
It's no secret that most of our big 2020 plans have been put on hold. Embrace the pause with this sand timer from Ban.do, perfect for the busy millennials who rarely take time for themselves. $24.95, bando.com
Sunflower Garden Grow Kit
Give the gift of sunshine with this sunflower growing kit, featuring six varietals and a recycled egg carton for sprouting seeds (and, hopefully, a little happiness). $12, uncommongoods.com
MTV pint glass
Reminisce about all of your favorite MTV moments, from Lady Gaga's meat dress to the days when the Music Television channel actually played music, with this pint glass from Urban Outfitters. $8, urbanoutfitters.com
Roku Express streaming player
We're all watching more TV these days, and brands like Roku make simple streaming devices that are easy to set up and use. The Express Roku model streams at an HD clip and should suffice; if you need 4K quality or special features, the Premiere has them for $10 more. $29.99, amazon.com
Nokabox pill organizer
Millennials largely fall in the 25-40 age demo these days, and we've gotta mind our meds. The Nokabox organizes a week's supply of pills in a canvas container that sits pretty on your nightstand - unlike those plastic pill dispenser eyesores. Noka also has larger twice-per-day options and an olive color to suit any aesthetic. $24.95, nokasupply.com
Boy Smells votive set
Deliver your man-friends from the cloying aroma of basic, vanilla-scented candles by helping them light up their nights with the original trio of scents from alt-odors company Boy Smells. These candles are made of a coconut-and-beeswax blend with a cotton wick and come in brawny scents like kush, ash or cedar. $48, boysmells.com
Sunbeam heating pad
Heating pads are perfect for many situations: muscle pain, menstrual cramps, regular cramps ... generally being cold. And this one has a strap, so once you find the right spot, it stays there. $26.24, amazon.com
West Elm Pretti.Cool incense holder
For those spending most of their time indoors these days, the aroma of your abode has never been more important. Help your loved one's home smell good and look good with this cute incense holder, and they'll never have to sweep up ash again. $28, westelm.com
Purekana CBD gummies
For those who are not psychoactively inclined, CBD gummies will do just fine in helping to reduce certain chronic medical issues. These 25mg doses come from a trusted brand - and they're vegan. $40, purekana.com
After This We're Getting Tacos Big Canvas Tote
Tacos are life! Whoever you give this totes adorable bag to will be the talk of any and all socially distant activities, plus you can never have too many tote bags. $20, bando.com
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The ultimate 2020 holiday gift guide: Here's something for everyone on your list
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