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Practical gifts for students

9 replies

coffeerevelsrule · 16/11/2025 21:26

DS has never been one for 'stuff' and started at university this year. He says there is nothing he wants for Christmas, and nothing in particular he needs. I got the idea for a nail care set from here and will get a couple of food-based gift-cards for but other than that am stuck. I think I'm going to have to give him money for main gift but would still like to do a stocking and some other stuff to unwrap. Any ideas? He isn't into clothes, doesn't drive or drink, hasn't taken his bike to uni and doesn't want to, is in catered halls with an absolutely tiny kitchen so nothing cooking related. Any thoughts much appreciated!

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kotordreams · 16/11/2025 21:34

Has he joined any societies/ sports clubs that might have events/ tours he’d like to go to?

Nomorecoconutboosts · 16/11/2025 21:39

He might not be into clothes but he’ll still need/use pjs, socks, basics etc?
shower gel/deodorant type stuff?

drinks depending on what he likes e.g. soft drinks, good coffee, mini bottles of wine.
sweets/nuts/snacks/protein bars/popcorn etc

stationery depending on his course.

AuntieDen · 16/11/2025 21:43

book, there are lots of great non fiction if he doesn't like novels

t-shirt - there are great science and anime etc as well as band and character ones, there will be one he would like

torch, beanie, toiletries, pants, christmas loo roll, personalised ketchup

jocktamsonsbairn · 16/11/2025 21:46

Nomorecoconutboosts · 16/11/2025 21:39

He might not be into clothes but he’ll still need/use pjs, socks, basics etc?
shower gel/deodorant type stuff?

drinks depending on what he likes e.g. soft drinks, good coffee, mini bottles of wine.
sweets/nuts/snacks/protein bars/popcorn etc

stationery depending on his course.

This! Dd is at uni in a flat and I make her a hamper of food, drinks,, vouchers, toiletries etc every year. Says she loves having it in January when she’s skint!

GammonAndEgg · 16/11/2025 21:51

Laundry tokens!

coffeerevelsrule · 16/11/2025 22:45

Love the idea of a hamper - can do nicer versions of what he would normally get. Will also see if there are any events etc coming up that I could pay for. Thank you!

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reluctantbrit · 17/11/2025 07:14

Waterbottle
New bag
Any IT accessories, headphones, loops, wireless keyboard/mouse
Books or book token
Lego

DisruptiveCumin · 17/11/2025 08:47

Tickets to any upcoming gigs/shows he'd be interested to see?
Portable charger
Good headphones
Desk air humidifier maybe
Stationery would always be useful, you can get him a big set of pens or a personalized desk pad calendar to write his plans down.
Toiletries, skin care products he uses

Denim4ever · 17/11/2025 08:50

Streaming gifts, restaurant voucher like Pizza Express

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