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Gifts for 20somethings still living at home

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Annwithnoe · 20/09/2017 21:18

DH's nephews are 22 and 23 and still classed as "children" for present buying purposes Hmm. I know! I know! I would love to cut them off my gift list but family politics being what they are I think I'm stuck with this for the time being

So a bit more worldly and sophisticated cough than teens
No need for useful house stuff like students or young independent adults
And they have more discretionary income than my weekly grocery bill

I really don't know them well enough to know what kind of music or books they are into. I dress three kids on what they would spend on a tshirt so I'd rather stay away from clothes. I'm old enough to be completely perplexed by trends in craft beers and all modern culture really. But I'd like to at least pretend to make an effort

So any brilliant ideas on what to buy twentysomethings still living at home?

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LeMesmer · 20/09/2017 21:48

I have the same, and have only just started buying gifts again after years of just giving them money. I have bought a selection of Belgium beers from Amazon which one liked (other doesn't drink), nice aftershave - not the hyper expensive stuff but a bit more than they would spend themselves. If they like football the club shop of their team will have loads of stuff other than shirts, e.g., wallets. I steer clear of clothes as well, but a nice modern design winter scarf went down well. One of them loves chocolate so a selection of the Lindt chocolate ball things. If they play any sports, hobbies something to do with that, even if just a voucher. Subscription to a magazine of something they are interested in. Sorry not brilliant ideas but they are a difficult age to buy for

ThaliaLuxurySpa · 20/09/2017 21:56

If they're gym-goers, travel, camp at festivals etc., these go down a treat with all ages.

www.findmeagift.co.uk/gifts/stay-cool-ice-towel.html?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIu72k9NG01gIVTcayCh2EuQNwEAQYAiABEgJa8vD_BwE
(cheaper versions are available, but I've no idea if they're as effective. You might get these ones on Ebay/ Amazon, perhaps?).

ChopsticksandChilliCrab · 20/09/2017 22:00

I find some vodka, craft beers or a nice gin go down well with this age group. Even if they don't drink, they'll have friends who do.

PS you don't sound like you like these two very much...

LeMesmer · 20/09/2017 22:31

That looks a great idea Thalia , I highly get DH one.

LeMesmer · 20/09/2017 22:36

Might get DH one...

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Annwithnoe · 21/09/2017 18:42

Thanks for the ideas. I don't dislike them Chopstick, but I am irritated by the family iron clad and not up for discussion rule that we don't buy for adults, only for children (fine) when some of the children are now adults. So I'm stuck trying to think of a nice gift for people who can buy themselves anything and everything and do, but I'm not allowed buy something for my sil who has just had a hysterectomy and hasn't had a foreign holiday in five years and could do with a bit of pampering, and who will dutifully hand over plastic tat gifts to my kids that she can't really afford and they really don't need I didn't mean my irritation to show through Blush

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Maverick66 · 21/09/2017 18:45

Amazon voucher

VinoTime · 21/09/2017 18:52

An appointment with a mortgage advisor? Wink

We generally taper gifts off around the 18-21 mark. If it were me, I would kindly but firmly just explain that since the 'children' are now in their 20's, then as per the family rules, you won't be buying for them anymore. Get that foot put down, OP!

Lifesastitch · 21/09/2017 19:22

Their parents may appreciate you buying them rubber gloves, a dishcloth and a tea towel.

Makemineacabsauv · 21/09/2017 19:57

Costa coffee vouchers. I would just buy your sil a present and stick it under the tree from Santa. And tell her quietly that she's only to spend £5 each on your dc. And like others have said, agree a cut off she for children otherwise it could get ridiculous!

Brittbugs80 · 21/09/2017 20:11

Amazon voucher?

And I'd still buy SIL something, who said you couldn't?

Our buying for family stopped when all nieces and nephews were 16 (me and my siblings and my aunt and uncles children) but I have 2 nieces, 2 nephews and a great Nephew under 16 that I buy for and my niece whose 27 that I buy for.

Star2015 · 21/09/2017 21:10

Costa Coffee or Starbucks voucher or maybe amazon voucher? Or cinema voucher?

SpiritedLondon · 21/09/2017 22:17

Are they hipstery types or middle of the road? If they drink coffee then an Aeropress and a packet of coffee from somewhere like the Monmouth street coffee roastery would be cool. If the Aeropress is too much then a couple of classic enamel mugs by Falcon with the coffee. Camden Town brewery have beers in nice looking bottles - which helps if it's a gift, How do they listen to their music because there's a lot of vinyl albums around now. I did find an amazing deal on a record player that was reduced from £100 to £18 which I posted on a teenage thread on here. Generally I would look at somewhere like Urban Outfitters because it seems to target this age group. ( and obviously you can buy for whoever you want so buy your SIL a nice gift and forget the "rules").

LeMesmer · 21/09/2017 22:42

You can buy for your SIL though, just say I know we dont usually do this, I don't expect anything in return , but this year I thought I would like to get you something. It doesn't have to be a gift to open, maybe a voucher for a meal out or the theatre. Or maybe if you think you really would like to treat her do it before Christmas, she may appreciate it at it more if you do something not linked to Christmas.

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