Yahoo Lifestyle19 Of The Sweetest Personalized Presents (You’ll Want To Order ASAP)
Timing is key when it comes to successfully getting the right gift to the right person on the right occasion, especially during this current period of uncertainty where shipping delays are to be expected. With the holidays fast approaching, you'll want to plan accordingly when shopping for loved ones. Our special-present suggestion? Something custom. But, even though the personalization possibilities are abundant, these things take time — so we implore you to get a head start on placing those orders so holiday shipments arrive on time. Or even better, send something digital.
You may not be able to give it to them IRL this year, but an extra-personal touch can stand in as the next best thing. There's everything from personalized shortbread-cookie boxes to zodiac necklaces and even a monogrammed succulent garden. How about a pair of custom socks? Oh, you betcha. Ahead, find our selection of 19 super sweet gift ideas that can be personalized right now.
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Personalized Colourblock Notebook
Remember when we would scribble our names on the front of our composition books in elementary school? Gift the writer in your life a little nostalgia with one of these chic personalized journals.
Papier Colourblock Notebook, $, available at Papier
Custom M&M's
M&M's have a serious cult following, and if you know a loved one who runs with that crew, then these personalized chocolates would look great in their stocking.
My M&M's Custom M&M's Round Gift Box, $, available at My M&M's
Custom Pet Portrait
These new wave pet portraits are the ultimate personalized gifts for last-minute shoppers. Why? No shipping required. Rather than physical canvases, this artist creates aesthetically pleasing replicas of your pet and sends you high res images to print out however many times you'd like.
PawtraitDesignCo Custom Pet Portrait, $, available at Etsy
Custom Message Shortbread Cookies
There is simply no sweeter present than a box of personalized cookies.
Celine Zhou Custom Message Shortbread Cookies, $, available at Uncommon Goods
New York Times Custom Birthday Book
Let your loved one get a look at all of the breaking news that took place on their birthday with this custom birthday book.
Uncommon Goods New York Times Custom Birthday Book, $, available at Uncommon Goods
Couple Portrait Mug Set
Each cup is made to order and hand-drawn for the ultimate personal gift experience. What better way to show your love for someone than by putting their face on a mug?
Avonnie Studio Couple Portrait Mug Set, $, available at Etsy
Zodiac Necklace
Let someone know that you remembered their birthday with one of these cute and elegant 14K gold astrology necklaces.
Mejuri Virgo Necklace 14k Gold, $, available at Mejuri
Custom Couples Portrait
Step your gifting game up a notch with a framed vintage style portrait of you and a loved one.
LucyLovesPaper Custom Couple Portrait, $, available at Etsy
Personalized 18k Gold Plated Mini Heart Locket
Lockets are the most classic displays of affection for a loved one and make for a wonderful personal gift. This retailer will even place a photo inside for you.
ElmJewelryStudio Personalized 18k Gold Plated Mini Heart Locket Necklace, $, available at Etsy
Paper Source Personalized Journal
For the loved one with lots of thoughts, give them a personalized place to write it all down.
Paper Source Floral Garden Custom Journal, $, available at Paper Source
Personalized Garden
Lula's Garden lets you choose the plant, font, and text color for this super cute succulent gift box. It's perfect for the leafy minimalist in your life.
Lula's Garden Personalized Garden, $, available at Lula's Garden
Personalized Family Mugs
Imagine spending time with your family and friends by all sipping out of characterized mugs. The product honestly sells itself.
Uncommon Goods Personalized Family Mugs, $, available at Uncommon Goods
Let's Toast Candle
Homesick offers a line of celebratory candles that are great for special occasions. These noteworthy scents also come with your choice of a handwritten or printed candle note.
Homesick Candles Let's Toast Candle, $, available at Homesick Candles
Internationalist By You Shoes
Nike has multiple customizable kicks that make great personalized gifts. Choose the design, colors, laces, and more!
Nike Internationalist by You, $, available at Nike
One Face Custom Photo Stickers
Whether it’s stickers of their face, your face, a pet, or whoever, a kooky present like this one will make anyone smile. Also great for sticking on wrapping paper.
Sniffkissalpaca One Face Custom Photo Stickers, $, available at Etsy
14K Gold Plated XL Initial Necklace
The XL version of this necklace is a bigger and brighter version of the classic initial necklace. Perfect for a friend who likes a bold statement.
Savvy Cie 14K Gold Plated XL Initial Necklace, $, available at Nordstrom Rack
Minted Heart Mix Photo Collage With Frame
Assemble all your favorite family photos with an art print designed to warm anyone's heart.
Minted Heart Snapshot Mix Photo Art, $, available at Minted
Firebox Personalized Socks
For a completely ridiculous but equally awesome personalized gift, UK gift site Firebox has you covered. They've got 32 products you can customize with your face, your sibling's face, perhaps even the family dog's smushed mug.
Firebox Sock Your Pet – Personalised Pet Socks, $, available at Firebox
Silver Dollar Candle Co. Handmade Soy Wax Candle
Handmade, hand-poured, hand-labeled, and made for candle lovers (in Knoxville, Tennessee).
Silver Dollar Candle Co. Personalized 8oz Handmade Candle, $, available at Amazon
J. Crew Dreamy Cotton Pajama Set
As if it doesn’t get better than coordinated sleepwear, use J.Crew's customization tool to make this cozy find extra special (note: it'll cost you an extra $10, but for mom, it's definitely worth it!).
J.Crew Dreamy Cotton Pajama Set, $, available at J.Crew
Catbird The Smallest Love Letter
If you can't be with mom on Mother's Day, send her a personalized gold "love note" she can wear around her neck.
Catbird The Smallest Love Letter Charm, $, available at Catbird
Williams Sonoma Apron
You can monogram this durable, yarn-dyed cotton apron ($12) for moms who love to cook or craft and you can get a mini matching one ($19 for the mini) for her favorite kiddo or grandkiddo.
Williams Sonoma Bay Stripe Apron, $, available at Mark & Graham
Yves Saint Laurent Lipstick
For the moms who would appreciate a little bit of throwback glamour, YSL offers free engraving on several best-selling lipsticks.
Yves Saint Laurent Couture Velvet Cream Liquid Lipstick, $, available at Yves Saint Laurent
Made By Mary Ray Bar Necklace
This piece was designed so that mom can always keep her loved ones close to her heart. In addition to the necklace's 1" MAMA customizable bar, there's a second 1.25" bar which can be stamped with up to 10 characters of her liking.
Made By Mary Ray Bar Necklace, $, available at Made By Mary
Anthropologie Garden Party Monogram Mug
What better way to feed her afternoon tea obsession than with a garden-inspired monogrammed mug? It's up to you whether you go with M (for mom, duh) or with the initial of her first name.
Rifle Paper Co. x Anthropologie Garden Party Monogram Mug, $, available at Anthropologie
Edge of Ember Lucky Number Necklace
For the slightly superstitious mom who's into the occasional good luck talisman, consider a necklace featuring her favorite number for a unique take on personalization. If her lucky number is in the double digits, add on an extra charm here.
Edge of Ember Lucky Number 9 Necklace, $, available at Edge of Ember
Dansko Clogs
Dansko clogs may be super practical, but they can also be personal. Select up to four spots to customize with letters and symbols.
Dansko Customizable Clogs, $, available at Dansko
Coach Charlie Carryall
Choose from several color bags and tons of personalization styles.
Coach Charlie Carryall, $, available at Coach
Gorjana Bespoke Dog Tag Necklace
Customize this shiny dog tag pendant by engraving a date, her initials, or even a special phrase.
Gorjana Bespoke Dog Tag Pendant Necklace, $, available at Gorjana
Tiary Say My Name Bracelet
This dainty bracelet means she can wear her name (or someone else's!) on her sleeve. The piece can be customized with the lettering and metal you think mom would love the most.
Tiary Say My Name Bracelet, $, available at Tiary
Aurate Signet Ring
A delicate way to transform her initial into an elegantly understated piece of jewelry.
Aurate Signet Ring, $, available at Aurate
SOKO Iga Cuff Bracelet
Upgrade her arm party with a customizable cuff that can have up to four hand-stamped letters or numbers per side.
Iga Iga Cuff Bracelet, $, available at Soko
Picturing Initial Necklace
These under-$30 necklaces have a “found” feel that will definitely delight your mom, no matter her style.
Picturing Initial Necklace, $, available at Etsy
Madewell The Abroad Should Bag
This vintage-inspired messenger bag from Madewell can be personalized with up to 10 characters etched into its high-quality leather. You can even pick the font and color that align best with mom's personal style.
Madewell The Abroad Shoulder Bag, $, available at Madewell
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label With Custom Engraving
Because nothing sounds better than sipping on fancy champagne out of a personalized bottle.
Veuve Clicquot Custom Engraved Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label, $, available at ReserveBar
Away Monogrammed Weekender Bag
As soon as we're all allowed to travel again, this sleek travel bag promises to stand out in the crowd (or at least in the security line). Have it embroidered with up to three letters for an extra $35.
Away The Weekender, $, available at Away
BaubleBar Chromatic Initial Pendant Necklace
BaubleBar’s sparkly, turquoise-effect initial pendants are a cheerful way to liven up your mother’s jewelry box.
BaubleBar Chromatic Initial Pendant Necklace, $, available at BaubleBar
Monogrammed Bar Soap
For the mom that's always been a gracious hostess, take her entertaining game up a notch with a set of monogrammed soap.
SoHospitalityCo Monogrammed Bar Soap, $, available at Etsy
Curio Press Personalized Stationary Set
This beautiful set of personalized cards and envelopes comes with the promise of staying in touch — perfect for the mom that you can't see on a regular basis.
Curio Press Stationery Notecard And Envelope Set, $, available at Amazon
Mark & Graham Monogram Catchall Tray
A home for all her bedside essentials.
Mark & Graham Iris Catchall Tray, $, available at Mark & Graham
Mealjuet Jewelry
A classic ID bracelet is always a welcome gift and this stainless steel option is an affordable crowd-pleaser.
Mealguet Jewelry Personalized Stainless Steel ID Tag, $, available at Amazon
ghd Platinum+ Deep Scarlet Styler
Give the gift of a great hair day with this award-winning hair styler which can be personalized with up to 20 characters. Plus, for a limited time only, you can get a free Ultimate Brush Set with your purchase (no judgement if you keep that part of the order for yourself).
GHD ghd platinum+ deep scarlet styler, $, available at GHD
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