10 Unique Gifts for the Friend Who Has Everything (Starting at Just $18)

From custom photo books to chic home decor, explore 10 unique gifts for the hard-to-shop-for friend, starting at $18.

By Megan Schaltegger Dec 13, 2025 1:00 AM
| Updated Dec 16, 2025 12:51 AM
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We all have that friend—the one who has everything, and therefore becomes impossible to shop for.

The holidays become like a high-stakes guessing game, and one where you typically guess wrong and end up wrapping something they'll either regift or return. And while, sure, you can throw up your hands and resign yourself to such a fate. You don't have to! There are so many unique finds on the internet that they'll be thrilled (and so grateful!) to open on Christmas or Hanukkah. 

Think: custom photo books you can fill with personal memories, charming home decor they'd never find on their own, and even a sunset lamp that allows you to project different lights into your space. Stick to our guide and you'll definitely earn best gift-giver in your friend group. 

Keep scrolling to shop our favorite finds for the difficult-to-shop-for friend—starting at just $20.  

Abbode Rodeo Waffle Pouch

One of my favorite small businesses in New York just launched on Amazon and it's pretty much my go-to destination for gifts whenever I'm struggling. Your bestie will love this versatile pouch for makeup, skincare, and other essentials. 

The Hartley Monogram Mini Canvas Tote by Maeve

Even if she has a Boat & Tote already, this personalized version feels so much more special. The mini Maeve style has so much personality thanks to the glass bead and acrylic sequin initial. 

Pasta Candle Collection

Dinner parties are so much more festive with these super realistic-looking pasta candles, which each have 30-minutes of burn time. It's just a matter of whether you go with the farfalle or rigatoni—or both. 

Ban.do Ceramic Olives Vase

Sure, every girl loves flowers but what about the vase? This stacked olive design will add so much personality to her countertops—and is the perfect vessel to deliver a fresh bouquet. 

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Printworks The Essentials Pizza Tools

Let's be real: pizza is always a crowd-pleaser and this cutie essentials box comes with the tools you need to make it yourself. 

Society6 x Mackenzie Childs Emerald Check iPhone Case

ICYMI, Society6 dropped a collab with Mackenzie Childs and it includes this ultra-chic iPhone case in the brand's signatured checkered print. Even better? It's on sale right now. 

Papier

Pull together all their fave photos (maybe some memories together!) for a personalized coffee table book that's so chic, they won't believe it's homemade. 

For The Party Custom Matches

Instead of buying them another candle, get creative with it and customize a personal set of matches for their space. I can almost guarantee they don't already have that. 

How to Make a Name-tini Book

For your wannabe mixologist bestie—this personalized cocktail book gives them their own signature drink and includes 29 additional recipes. The best part? It looks so good on a bar cart or coffee table. 

 

Tsrarey Sunset Lamp Projector

This sunset lamp will totally transform any space. Just ask shoppers! One said the "colors are soft and realistic, and switching between them with the app is super easy." 

 

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