45 of the Best Graduation Gifts for Her

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Graduation marks the end of one sentimental life stage and the beginning of the next, making it equal parts inspiring and bittersweet. We all know that everyone’s path is different, but everyone likes to feel cherished on their big day. So take the edge off by showering the new grad with gifts she'll never forget.

Whether she's graduating from high school, college, or graduate school, she can wear some of these gifts for parties surrounded by friends, partners, or work colleagues (hello, jewelry!), or enjoy them in the comfort of her new home (did someone say morning coffee?). No matter what you purchase, she'll feel just as special, whether if she's heading home for a while or plans to jet across the country to start a new job in the near future. The best part? It's not about the material things but, rather, the fact that she'll always have a piece of you with her, no matter where she goes.

We know that finding the right gift for the special person in your life can be intimidating, so we've come up with a list of timeless gifts to help her start this new stage of her life. Think flowers, cupcakes, letters for her to open in the future, a custom campus landscape, stationery, themed M&Ms, and some of Oprah's Favorite Things. Congratulations to those in the graduating class of 2024!

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Oprah's “The Life You Want” Planner

Give her the gift of Oprah's undated weekly planner and intention journal designed to help people live their best lives. The writing prompts, quotes, and advice from Oprah and others will help guide her during this new chapter.

Farmhouse Gourmet Pantry

This handmade wooden crate is ideal for snack lovers. It comes with several mouthwatering items, including black pepper crackers, rocky road popcorn, dried fruit and seed trail mix, and artisanal salami.

Silver Memo Tray

This sleek, chic nickel-plated metal memo tray features a pad of paper and can sit right on her desk—ideal if she needs to make notes or loves to doodle. You can also add laser-engraved personalization with her monogram or name.

Lip Tint Premium Gift Set

For the beauty-loving grad, this Oprah-approved lip tint gift set is the perfect addition to her routine. The six shades in a gold, recyclable box provide a pop of color, while the natural ingredients, including beeswax and coconut oil, nourish the lips.

“Live Your Best Life” Mug

This durable stainless steel mug comes in white and black, and can keep her drinks hot or cold for hours. It'll also inspire her to shoot for the stars!

Noor Beaded Stretch Bracelet Set

This slip-on, stretchy jewelry is a pretty way to congratulate the new grad. The set is available in two tones, silver and gold, and the bracelets can be separated.

Let's Toast Candle

The typical burn time for this nontoxic candle—with notes of mandarin, champagne grapes, and more—is 60 to 80 hours. How could she not feel like toasting to her success?

Flower Arrangement

This delicate bouquet with gorgeous peonies comes with its own wicker vase. What's not to love? This will look beautiful on her coffee table or dining table in her new home.

Press Steam Iron

Say goodbye to wrinkled clothes and hello to sophistication with a press steam iron that's Oprah-approved! It's a grad gift that'll make her look like a pro in the workplace, or dressed to the nines on a night out.

Graduation Cupcakes, Set of 12

A dozen cupcakes are bound to be a hit with the Class of 2024 graduate. Flavors include peanut butter fudge, red velvet, vanilla confetti, salted caramel, and chocolate, among others.

Reserve Dove Grey 10-Piece Non-Stick Cookware Set

This cookware set is perfect for home chefs and culinary beginners alike—especially if they're moving into a new home. It includes a lidded sauté pan, fry pans, a lidded stockpot, and more.

Medium Shopping Bag

Gift her a handbag that will give her a boost each time she uses it. “The Queens-born designer behind this It Bag is a star, and his faux-leather unisex tote is big enough to hold a laptop and gets oohs and aahs on city streets,” Oprah said when picking this item for her Favorite Things 2023 list.

Cloud Cotton Robe

This light, soft robe comes in a variety of colors, including rose, moss, and dusk. The hidden pockets on the sides also make this option super convenient. It'll become her new go-to.

Collegiate Drinkware

Get her some themed merch sporting her school's logo! You can choose from different schools, including the University of Michigan (pictured), Clemson University, the University of Alabama, and Pennsylvania State University.

Collegiate Pouches

Get the new grad an embroidered 100 percent cotton pouch featuring her alma mater that she can keep her change in. This gift has a nearly 5-star rating, and each design is drawn by hand.

Letters to the Graduate: Write Now. Read Later. Treasure Forever.

Loved ones can write 12 postdated letters, described as "a paper time capsule," that the new grad can open in the future. Each letter has a prompt to respond to. Stickers are also included.

The Perfect O-ccasion Earring Case

This travel case comes with goodies inside. "This isn’t so much a travel case as it is a treasure chest—with five earring styles we curated to cover every travel need, from day-tripping to black-tie wedding," Oprah said when selecting this item for her Favorite Things 2023. "Plus room for your other essential pieces."

K-Mini Single Serve Coffee Maker

At less than five inches in width, this Keurig is ideal for the grad who loves to make coffee at home,but is running short on space. It can make both hot and iced drinks.

Crush Your Goals Inner Truth Deck Inspiring Cards and Affirmation Card Deck

These 40 inspiring quote cards come with a cardboard easel stand for easy display. They'll motivate her, and she can use them herself or enjoy them with her friends.

3pk Fancy Pen Set

These three pens are a cost-effective way to provide some inspiration in this new stage. She can use them to write down memories in a journal, plan out her week, or brainstorm her goals for the future.

Bookmark with Chain

If she's a bookworm, this stainless steel bookmark with her graduation year on it will warm her heart. It comes in both silver and rose gold. Goodbye, textbooks; hello, spring reads!

Dated Enamel Frame 2024

Put a picture of her wearing her cap and gown in this frame with her graduation year on it. She can display it with pride in her new place.

Custom Campus Landscape with Text

Bring them back to their time making core memories on campus with custom artwork of their alma mater. You can choose from various frames (or go without), and according to Minted, you receive "unlimited proofs with your own dedicated designer" at no charge.

Gift Card in a Graduation Cap Box

Everyone loves a gift card, but especially when it comes in some whimsical, celebratory packaging! She'll be able to buy some of the items she's been dreaming about.

Mini Massager

Got tension? Blast it away with a Theragun, one of Oprah's Favorite Things. It's the perfect gift for your stressed-out loved one, providing muscle relief and a sense of power.

Jane Bracelet Watch, 23mm

Each time she glances down at this 18kt-gold-plated watch, she'll think of you. It features a dial made of mother-of-pearl and a mineral crystal face. A stylish and timeless gift.

Tennis Necklace

A tennis necklace is more than just a piece of jewelry—it's a symbol of elegance, grace, and strength and will show her how special she is. Plus, this necklace is tarnish-resistant, so she'll be able to treasure it for years to come.

3 Qt Air Fryer with TurboCrisp Technology

She can use this appliance to air-fry, roast, bake, and reheat delicious dishes in her new apartment. It has a digital display and can heat up to 400° F.

Custom Face Socks

Quirky socks are all the rage. Add the new grad's face to them and pick from a variety of colors and styles—she won't be able to stop laughing.

Leather Keepsake Photo Travel Case

Available in three colors and three sizes, this travel case is a thoughtful way for her to take a fond memory of hers on the go. You can also personalize it.

16-Piece Dinnerware Set

If she's moving to a new place, she'll likely need some new things for her kitchen. This huge dinnerware set can serve four people, and comes complete with dinner plates, mugs, bowls, and salad plates. The pieces can also go in the dishwasher and microwave.

One Foam Mattress

This luxurious, medium-firm mattress will help her make high-quality sleep a top priority. It features a Casper Core, align memory foam, breathe flex foam, and a cozy cover.

Classic Border Notecard Set

This option works for the grad who enjoys sending handwritten messages. Ideally, each of these 15 personalized notecards will make it into the hands of her friends and loved ones over time.

Inspirational Engraved Mantra Cuff Bracelet

Every time she glances at her wrist, she'll feel comforted by your support. Pick the motivational saying that will speak to her the most—there are many to choose from.

The Carry-On Flex

She can take this hard-side luggage on a celebratory graduation trip with friends and/or family. It has features like 360° spinner wheels, zipper expansion, and a hidden laundry bag, and can hold between five and eight outfits.

Antimicrobial Seersucker Bed in a Bag

This five-piece bedding set is a great option if she's moving to a new living space. It comes with a comforter, a fitted sheet, a pillow case, a pillow sham, and a flat sheet.

Diamond Solitaire Stud Earrings

You know what they say: Diamonds are a girl's best friend. These 1/5 carat ones are surrounded by 14kt white gold, and will be a sparkly focal point in her wardrobe.

Studio Pro

This gift is great for the grad in need of some new headphones with phenomenal quality. "I love all things Beats," Oprah said about these. "Some of us are over-the-head-headphone people, and if you know one of them, these are the best of the best."

Oh, the Places You'll Go! Deluxe Edition, by Dr. Seuss

Just like its title suggests, this 1993 book is a true classic. As she flips through its pages, she'll probably think of everything it took for her to reach this milestone.

Bodycare Gift Set

She always deserves to pamper herself, but especially after this huge achievement! This set includes a cosmetics bag with four luxurious products: anti-aging body balm, undaria algae body butter, undaria algae body oil, and salts of the Earth body scrub.

Graduation Class Gift Jar

These congratulatory milk chocolate M&Ms are a creative way to celebrate a new grad with a sweet tooth. You can customize each 12.7 oz. bottle with a label honoring the Class of '24, '25, '26, '27, or '28, and pick a specific tube they'd love.

Mini Blender Plus

She can make a variety of smoothies and more in this 600-watt dishwasher-safe mini blender. She can also bring her creation with her, and the stainless steel blade can be taken off.

Hunter Large Neoprene Toiletry Bag

She can never have enough toiletry bags, and this one may become her favorite. This soft, sturdy bag is made of recycled polyester and has a top zip closure, two zip pouches that can be taken out, and a mesh wall pocket on the inside.

Small Cabana Tote

This tote—which can can hold a 13" laptop and more—features canvas that's made from 30 recycled plastic bottles. Want to personalize this bag? You can get it embroidered or hand-painted.

Sister Love Bam Beauties

She can thank friends Simone I. Smith (wife of LL Cool J) and Mary J. Blige for these gorgeous hoop earrings. They're part of a larger collection, are dent-resistant, and are made of platinum-covered sterling silver.

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