Gift ideas for a friend, by budget
With friends you usually know the hobbies but not what's already on their shelf. Pick from ideas that fit what they're into, or share a few and let them react before you buy.
Under €25
Jar of 52 memories
One note for every week of the year: shared jokes and why they matter.
"Open when…" letters
Handwritten notes for bad days, birthdays and moments that need you.
Wooden brain-teaser set
Desk-sized puzzles that are maddening in the best way.
Travel cable organiser
Every charger in its own pocket, no more cable tangles in the bag.
Sturdy canvas tote
For the market, the beach and everything in between.
Cinema tickets and snacks
The new release they've been waiting for, on the big screen.
Controller charging dock
No more dead controller right when the match starts.
Undated desk planner
A tidy week on one page, starting whenever they like.
Five-year one-line journal
One line a day; by year two they'll love rereading old entries.
Hand cream trio
One for the desk, one for the bag, one for the nightstand.
Handmade ceramic mug
Their morning coffee, in a cup nobody else has.
Box of handmade sweets
A small treat that always lands well, especially as a thank-you.
Not sure which one? Send these ideas as a one-minute survey and see what they'd love.
Ask with these ideas€25 – €50
Huggable oversized plush
Silly, soft and impossible not to smile at.
Evening at a traditional bathhouse
Steam, cold plunge and herbal tea: they'll leave feeling brand new.
Leather card holder
For the person who now pays with their phone and needs only three cards.
Stand-up comedy night
A guaranteed good mood and an easy night out with friends.
Engraved wooden keepsake box
A home for tickets, notes and small things worth keeping.
Escape room for their crew
An hour of puzzles and teamwork, plus stories for weeks.
Go-karting session
Friendly rivalry at full speed, with a podium at the end.
Illustrated map of a meaningful place
Where you met, grew up or first lived together, framed for the wall.
Olive oil tasting set
Three oils from small producers, for salads and fresh bread.
Printed photo book
The best photos of the year, finally off the phone and on the shelf.
Jigsaw made from your photo
Piecing together a shared memory, one corner at a time.
Scratch-off world map
Every trip gets scratched off, and the next one gets planned.
Not sure which one? Send these ideas as a one-minute survey and see what they'd love.
Ask with these ideas€50 – €100
Delicate silver pendant
Simple enough to wear every day, meaningful enough to keep.
Floristry workshop
They arrive with nothing and leave with a bouquet they made themselves.
Fountain pen and ink set
Makes even a shopping list feel like a letter worth writing.
Framed print by a local artist
Real art for a bare wall, and supports someone local.
Slim leather wallet
Holds what matters and fits easily into a front pocket.
Full-body massage
An hour where nobody needs anything from them.
Minimalist watch
A clean dial that works with jeans and with a suit.
Gift card for their favourite restaurant
A night off cooking at the place they already love.
Retro mini console
The games of their childhood, ready to play on any TV.
Large statement houseplant
Instantly makes a new place feel lived-in and green.
Ultrasonic aroma diffuser
Gentle scent and soft light, with no open flame.
Professional baking tin set
Heavy tins that bake evenly, for cakes, tarts and loaves.
Not sure which one? Send these ideas as a one-minute survey and see what they'd love.
Ask with these ideas€100 – €200
Carry-on suitcase
Light, sturdy and sized for weekend trips with no checked bag.
Cordless drill-driver
The one tool every home project starts with.
Engraved signet ring
Initials or a tiny symbol that means something just to them.
Spa day for two
Pools, saunas and robes: a whole day of doing nothing together.
Winery tasting for two
A day among the vines, learning what they actually like.
Quiet air purifier
Fresher air at home, especially for city flats and pet owners.
Compact binoculars
For birdwatching, mountain views and stargazing on clear nights.
Six-month book subscription
A hand-picked book in the post each month, matched to their taste.
Burr coffee grinder
Freshly ground beans: the single biggest upgrade for home coffee.
Big campaign board game
Weeks of game nights with a story that unfolds session by session.
Cashmere scarf
Incredibly soft and warm, they'll wear it all winter long.
Monthly pass for yoga or fitness classes
A month to try the studio they keep walking past.
Not sure which one? Send these ideas as a one-minute survey and see what they'd love.
Ask with these ideas€200+
Weekend city break
Two days somewhere new: wandering, eating and no work email.
Weekend in a forest cabin
Wood stove, long walks and a weekend of proper quiet.
Home espresso machine
Flat whites at home that rival their favourite café.
Robot vacuum
Hands back a few hours every week. Nobody misses vacuuming.
Stand mixer
Kneads dough and whips cream while they do something else.
Adjustable dumbbells
A whole rack of weights that fits in a corner of the flat.
Aluminium suitcase
The buy-it-once suitcase for someone who travels a lot.
Compact camera drone
Holiday views from above: a whole new angle on familiar places.
Digital piano
Headphone practice means they can play late without bothering anyone.
Lightweight down duvet
Cloud-light and warm: an upgrade they'll feel every single night.
Drawing tablet with screen
For the doodler ready to try digital illustration properly.
Games console
Couch co-op evenings and a backlog of great games to dive into.
Not sure which one? Send these ideas as a one-minute survey and see what they'd love.
Ask with these ideas