The 60 Best Luxury Graduation Gifts for Him and Her
Send off your graduate into the next chapter of their life with our selection of luxury graduation gifts. These items will showcase your pride and unconditional support for them.
Graduating high school, college, or graduate school is no small feat. A gift is a great way to say you’re proud of the graduate in your life and to encourage them to succeed in their next endeavor. Whether you’re busy planning a celebration for this important milestone or simply at a loss for what to get for someone, our selection of the best luxury graduation gifts will help you find the perfect present. These luxury items range from beautiful watches and jewelry to more practical presents like kitchenware and luggage. Whatever type of gift they prefer, you’ll find all our top picks here.
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Kitchenware
Most graduates will move to a new city or home after finishing their studies. That means this is a great opportunity to buy them kitchen appliances. Here’s our favorite kitchenware to gift a graduate.
Breville Espresso Machine
A high-tech espresso machine is a wonderful gift for the caffeine-enthusiast graduate. The Breville Barista Touch espresso machine is a great choice because it offers all the features they need to achieve barista-style coffee at home, such as a built-in grinder, a steam wand, and an easy-to-use touch screen. Its modern appearance makes it fit nicely into any kitchen space.
Ninja Indoor Grill and Air Fryer
The Ninja Foodi 6-in-1 indoor grill and air fryer is a great graduation gift because it combines several cooking features into one appliance. This means fast and easy meal preparation without the risk of too many appliances or kitchen clutter. It includes a cooker pot, grill grate, crisper plate, and splatter shield.
Caraway Food Storage Set
Whether you’re packing lunch or leftovers, high-quality food storage sets are a must in every kitchen. This 14-piece Caraway set uses ceramic-coated glass and Air Release Technology to preserve food and prevent odors from seeping into the containers. It includes three storage organizers for your graduate’s cabinets and containers in various sizes. All containers are nonstick and microwave-safe, and they come in a sleek design in several colors.
All-Clad 10-Piece Cookware Set
If you’re looking for pots and pans for your graduate, we recommend the All-Clad D3 3-Ply stainless steel cookware set of 10. Each piece features the brand’s try-ply construction, a three-tier system that evenly distributes heat across the pot or pan. The set has a timeless stainless steel finish and is built to last for years to come.
Luggage
High-quality luggage is a practical gift for graduates who will want to travel after years of being tied to campus. We selected the most comfortable, streamlined bags and suitcases that will help fulfill their wanderlust.
Dagne Dover Dakota Backpack
The Dagne Dover Dakota backpack is the perfect weekend getaway bag. It has plenty of pockets and a laptop sleeve, and it even comes with a shoe bag. This versatile backpack makes for a great personal item to take on flights. It is water-resistant and available in several colors.
Rimowa Carry-on Suitcase
If you want to gift your graduate a durable carry-on, the Rimowa essential cabin suitcase is a great choice. Its shell is made of a scratch- and impact-resistant polycarbonate material. The brand’s Multiwheel system provides smooth steering. This suitcase also has a TSA-approved lock to keep personal belongings secure. Rimowa is so confident in its products that it even offers a lifetime guarantee; all they have to do is register their suitcase.
Tumi Alpha 3 Luggage
The Tumi Alpha 3 Extended Trip Expandable Four-Wheel Packing Case is ideal for longer journeys. It has all the features needed to travel safely and comfortably, including dual spinner wheels, a TSA combination lock, and impact-resistant side panels. If you want to add a personal touch, you can have it monogrammed at certain stores. The brand offers a five-year limited warranty.
Bleu de Chauffe Duffel Bag
The Zephir leather-trimmed suede holdall by Bleu de Chauffe combines style and functionality in one bag. It has a spacious interior and a handsome exterior featuring suede with leather trim. An outer pocket offers easy access to keys, passport, and wallet. This duffel-style bag is a good graduation gift because it strikes a balance between practicality and luxury.
Travel Accessories
Beyond luggage, other travel accessories also make for wonderful gifts for your graduate. These items usually come with the option for personal engravings, allowing you to take your gift to the next level.
Smythson Passport Cover
We adore all things Smythson, especially its passport covers. These covers are available in a variety of leathers and colors. You also have the option of monogramming its exterior with their initials.
Mismo Toiletry Bag
Everybody needs a good toiletry bag. This canvas style by Mismo is both cute and durable. It has leather trim plus hooks for attaching it to luggage so it stays in place.
Cuyana Jewelry Case
The Cuyana travel jewelry case is made of sustainably tanned Italian leather and features an elegant design. It’s relatively flat, and the oval silhouette means it slides nicely into a backpack. This is an adorable gift for someone who enjoys changing their jewelry often and who will want to bring along options on a trip.
Wolf Heritage Watch Roll
Watch rolls are great for safely storing luxury watches on a trip or at home. The Wolf Heritage watch roll has a suede lining and patented Watch Guards so timepieces don’t scratch one another while they’re on the go. It can fit three watches.
Office Accessories and Stationery
If your graduate will be starting a new job or graduate school soon, get them a practical gift they can use at the office or at networking events. This type of gift shows that you support them in the next chapter of their lives, which they’ll surely appreciate.
Montblanc Meisterstück Pen
Montblanc pens are the ultimate luxury office accessory. If your graduate appreciates pen craftsmanship, the Montblanc Meisterstück black ballpoint pen is an excellent graduation gift. It has a sleek design and comes with a carrying case.
Smythson Notebook
Another great Smythson offering is its collection of luxury notebooks. Like its passport covers, the notebooks are available in various leathers and colors. They come in different sizes, and you can monogram them with the graduate’s initials.
Leatherology Desk Set
The Leatherology modern desk set will add an elevated touch to your graduate’s workspace. It includes a desk pad, valet tray, and pencil cup, all made of supple Italian leather. This set is water- and scratch-resistant and features gold accents. It comes in several colors and is available for personalization.
Tiffany & Co. Card Holder
This sterling silver card holder by Tiffany & Co. is great for the graduate who has an entrepreneurial spirit. You can personalize it with an engraved monogram and even a symbol from the brand’s catalog of charming graphic embellishments, such as constellations, birds, and other imagery.
Technology
This academic milestone is the perfect opportunity to reward your graduate with a new high-tech device. If they haven’t mentioned anything in particular that they’d like, don’t worry — here are our suggestions for useful (and covetable) gadgets.
Apple Watch
The Apple Watch Series 9 is the brand’s latest smartwatch edition. It has fitness-tracking capabilities and allows users to answer calls and respond to text messages right from their wrist. They can also switch between different band styles, making this a versatile watch for daily use.
Amazon Kindle Scribe
If your graduate is a rigorous note taker, they’ll love the Amazon Kindle Scribe. The digital notebook has a glare-free display and lets them easily take and store all their notes in one place. They can also use it as a traditional e-book reader.
Apple AirPods Max
The Apple AirPods Max are the ultimate noise-canceling headphones. They’re great for listening to music at the gym or shielding the wearer’s ears from the hustle and bustle of the city on a walk to work. The AirPods Max are also considered the “It” headphones of the moment for making a statement.
Anker MagSafe Charger
Many people know the struggle of having too many chargers. This charging device eliminates that problem by combining all the types of ports and wires they’ll need into one portable charger. Its MagSafe feature allows it to align magnetically with an iPhone for optimal high-speed wireless charging.
Wellness
It’s important to care for a person’s well-being during a significant transitional period in life, such as post-graduation. Here are our favorite wellness gifts for your graduate.
Therabody Theragun Prime Massager
If they enjoy fitness, the Therabody Theragun Prime massager will help them alleviate post-workout soreness. It comes with four attachments, each targeting a different type of muscle ache.
WalkingPad A1 Pro
The WalkingPad A1 Pro under-desk treadmill is an ideal gift for the graduate who enjoys staying active while working. It comes with a remote control to alter the speed and has a foldable design that allows it to fit nicely beneath a desk, sofa, or bed.
Ember Travel Mug
This travel mug by Ember keeps beverages warm with advanced heating technology so your graduate can enjoy a steaming cup of coffee all day long. It comes with a wireless charging pad and the ability to control the mug’s temperature with their phone by using an app.
Hatch Bedside Clock
Whether your graduate is a light sleeper or focuses best when listening to white noise, the Hatch Restore 2 soothing sound machine is a great gift. It features a gentle sunrise alarm and a dimmable clock, and it’s also a good bedside light.
Subscriptions
Subscription services can make for fun and practical gifts. They usually renew every month, so your graduate will think of you each time they receive their goodies.
HelloFresh Meal Subscription
A HelloFresh meal subscription is a thoughtful gift for someone who’s too busy to cook elaborate, nutritious meals. If they get home late or simply don’t enjoy cooking, it will save them significant time and energy in the kitchen. They’ll choose from 40 meal options every week, and the meal kits will be delivered right to their door.
BloomsyBox Flower Subscription
Nothing livens up a space like a fresh bouquet of flowers. To ensure their home is always filled with lovely blooms, BloomsyBox offers a monthly subscription with free shipping. You choose the size, and they deliver a different bouquet each month.
Chamberlain Coffee Subscription
The Chamberlain Coffee subscription plan is a wonderful gift for coffee enthusiasts. It includes the brand’s signature coffee blend, as well as occasional mystery gifts, delivered each month to their door.
Breo Box Tech Subscription
Breo Box delivers a package to their door every three months with various technology, home goods, and other innovative products. It’s a great gift for someone who enjoys trying new, practical gadgets.
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Work Bags
An elegant work bag is a useful luxury graduation gift. Here are our favorite modern styles for men.
Zegna Business Bag
This luxury bag is part of Zegna’s Pelletessuta Collection, which features its signature textile crafted from strands of soft nappa leather. Inside, it has a suede lining and enough space to fit a standard laptop. It comes with a removable strap and can be worn as a cross-body.
Louis Vuitton Voyage PM
The Louis Vuitton Porte-Documents Voyage PM is the ultimate luxury work bag. It features the brand’s Monogram Eclipse coated canvas and has a removable strap and name tag. There’s a flat front pocket, an inside padded compartment, and two inside flat pockets.
Shinola Briefcase
This Shinola leather computer briefcase is an elevated take on the classic workbag. It has a padded foam interior and an exterior front pocket, three interior open pockets, and an interior laptop pocket and pen holder.
Paul Smith Briefcase
This Paul Smith briefcase features a textured leather exterior and a colorfully striped fabric interior. It has two top handles for a traditional briefcase look.
Jewelry and Accessories
Choosing men’s jewelry can be a difficult process. To make your life a little easier, we’ve chosen the best pieces your graduate will adore.
David Yurman Cuff Links
We love these David Yurman Deco cuff links, and so will your graduate. He’ll make use of them right away at a lavish graduation party and for years to come at special occasions and work events.
John Hardy Icon Bracelet
The John Hardy icon bracelet features the brand’s iconic weave design. It is made of sterling silver and 18K yellow gold. The bracelet comes in various sizes, each with a pusher clasp encrusted with diamonds.
Jacquie Aiche Necklace
This Jacquie Aiche necklace is perfect for someone who appreciates bohemian style. It features a thunderbird-shaped pendant, six yellow gold beads, and the classic “JA” diamond eye burst tag. The pendant is made of hematite, a mineral said to bring peace and protection to the wearer.
Tom Wood Signet Ring
A signet ring is one of the best pieces of jewelry to present to a graduate. This Tom Wood style is made of recycled gold and has a minimalist silhouette that’s great for daily wear. You can have it engraved with their initials or sport the clean oval look.
Grooming
Luxury grooming products are great luxury graduation gifts for him. Here are our favorite sets and tools you should consider.
The Art of Shaving Set
The Art of Shaving offers many grooming kits, including the four elements kit in sandalwood. This kit features a pre-shave oil, shaving cream, shaving brush, and two-in-one aftershave balm — all in the brand’s popular sandalwood scent.
Braun Electric Razor
The Braun Series 9 Pro 9419S electric razor is a best-seller for a reason. It’s waterproof, so he doesn’t have to worry about using gel or foam, and it offers a close and gentle shave. It comes with a leather travel case and has an elegant design compared to other shaving gadgets. This electric razor is also a great Father’s Day gift.
Dr. Barbara Sturm Men’s Essentials Set
The Dr. Barbara Sturm Men’s Essentials set is an excellent gift for someone who wants to step up their grooming game. It includes a cleanser, hyaluronic serum, and face cream that is specially formulated for men’s skin.
Lorenzi Milano Shaving Tools Set
Italian artisans handcraft this steel shaving set by Lorenzi Milano. It includes a badger hair shaving brush and a Gillette fusion razor. This set provides an efficient shave and is an elegant addition to one’s vanity.
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Jewelry
What better way is there to congratulate someone than with fine jewelry? Here are some gorgeous options that your graduate will adore for a lifetime.
Van Cleef & Arpels Ear Studs
The Sweet Alhambra ear studs by Van Cleef & Arpels are elegant yet subtle enough for daily wear. They are crafted with 18K yellow gold and the maison’s iconic mother-of-pearl.
Foundrae Compass Pendant
If you’re searching for sentimental jewelry to gift your graduate, look no further. The Foundrae internal compass miniature crest pendant is a precious piece made of 18K yellow gold. This gift will remind them to always follow their passions.
Bulgari Serpenti Viper Ring
The Serpenti Viper wrap ring is one of our favorite pieces of Bulgari jewelry. It features an abstract rendering of the brand’s iconic snake motif, making it a lovely gift for someone who appreciates animal jewelry.
Dior Rose des Vents Bracelet
Another meaningful gift is the Dior Rose des Vents bracelet, which integrates founder Christian Dior’s “lucky star” into a wind rose, or type of compass. This bracelet comes in various colorways and is made of fine materials such as mother-of-pearl, opal, and malachite, as well as diamonds.
Workbags
Here are our favorite tote bags and workbags that double as wonderful luxury graduation gifts.
Loewe Puzzle Tote
This style is the tote version of the Loewe Puzzle bag, one of the most iconic handbags. It is crafted from soft, lightweight shiny calfskin and has a suede lining. This luxury tote comes in several colors; the medium size fits a standard laptop.
Goyard St. Louis Bag
Getting your hands on a Goyard St. Louis bag can be difficult if you don’t purchase one through a luxury reseller. These covetable tote bags are great for the office and for weekend getaways.
Cuyana Backpack
This Italian leather backpack by Cuyana has a simple silhouette that makes it stylistically versatile. Your graduate can wear it as a classic backpack, using the adjustable straps, or as a briefcase, using the top handle.
Saint Laurent Shopping Bag
The Saint Laurent shopping bag is a popular workbag because of its contemporary design. It features the brand’s Cassandre charm and a detachable interior purse for keys or a wallet.
Beauty
There are plenty of beauty products and gadgets your graduate will love as a gift. Here are the best of the best.
Dyson Airwrap
The Dyson Airwrap Multi-Styler is at the top of our list of best-selling luxury hot tools. It comes with various attachments, each with a unique function, and creates salon-style curls and waves. Above all, it is engineered with Dyson’s intelligent heat control to minimize damage to strands. Trust us — your graduate’s hair will thank you.
La Mer Soft Cream Duet
This limited-edition La Mer Moisturizing Soft Cream Duet is a fantastic luxury graduation gift. It includes the brand’s famous cream in two sizes and comes in this adorable La Mer packaging.
Therabody LED Mask
Surprise your graduate with one of the latest and best-selling skin-care gadgets, the Therabody TheraFace Mask. This LED mask with vibration therapy has been clinically proven to improve fine lines, skin firmness, and skin tone evenness.
Refy Essentials Set
Refy is a vegan, cruelty-free beauty brand that’s changing the game for clean, daily makeup. The Refy Beauty Everyday Essentials Set is a cute gift that includes a face primer, lip buff, clear lip gloss, and brow tint.
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