Creative 21st Birthday Gift Ideas for Him or Her

Twenty-one is a big birthday and you'll want to make sure to celebrate accordingly. Turning 21 is a monuments moment in any person's life. Your 20s are the time when you figure out what you want to do, who you want to be, and really start venturing into adulthood. Maybe they're finishing up college or just getting started in the work force or pushing off adult responsibilities a little bit longer or even traveling the world. But what does a 21-year-old really want for their birthday? We've got some ideas.

Obviously, alcohol is always the go-to for a 21st birthday gift, but if you want to get a little more creative or different we've got some other options. Twenty-one-year-olds are notoriously hard to shop for, but here are some things to remember: they're not teenagers anymore so they'll probably want something a little more mature but still fun. Chances are at 21 they're a little broke and would love something they could use for years to come or that will make their 21st birthday celebration extra memorable. If you're struggling to put yourself into their shoes or you don't have the luxury of shopping from an Amazon wishlist, don't fret. We've rounded up 22 gift ideas, all hand selected by an actual 21-year-old. Whether you're looking for something practical, fun, affordable or memorable and are struggling to come up with the perfect idea, look no further. Now spend all that time you've saved celebrating!