The 55 Best Graduation Gifts For Him

Taking notes on pen and paper: Tired.

Taking notes with a smart pen on smart paper: Wired.

Smartphone, smartwatch, smart earbuds—his smart gadget collection will grow and grow, but his charger cable collection needn't with this handy pad.

It's fine to stink during boyhood, but during adulthood, smelling fresh is half the battle. Plus, showing him high-quality fragrances now ensures he won't be dazzled by something too overpowering later.

He'll lose his keys, his laptop, his luggage. With a pack of AirTags, at least he won't call you to complain about it.

If there's one household item worth investing in, it's a high-quality mattress. This planet-friendly option is heavy and dense and will keep him ultra-comfortable.

We want to take care of him, but sooner or later, he'll need to take care of himself. This first aid kit comes with everything he'll need, from simple bandages to more complex healing solutions.

Show him the good stuff so he doesn't try to impress his future partner's parents with bagged wine. This high-quality whiskey will never disappoint.

Whether he's surviving on instant ramen or working on a new recipe every night in his free time, there is no meal that can't be improved by these magical flavors.

Learning how to take care of your skin is a lifelong process, but this set from Kiehl's will teach him the basics and give him the confidence to get started.

Growing up is understanding that socks really do make great gifts. Post-grad him will appreciate that. These high-quality sets will stand the test of time; odds are he'll be able to give a pair to his own son one day.

Once he hears how expensive dental insurance is, he'll be glad to own a high-quality toothbrush. Plus, he can easily get new heads whenever he needs them thanks to Quip's subscription service.

This cookbook was written by a father to his children when they went off to college, offering the 12 most essential recipes they need to know as adults. You don't know how to cook until you've read this.

A new coffee machine is the perfect mark of a new chapter. Not only will this Bambino machine help him save five bucks a day by making his coffee at home, but it's also small enough to fit in a dorm or tiny apartment.

If there's one skill he'll be happy to have for the rest of his life, it's knowing how to operate a cordless drill. Whether he's the handy sort or just needs to quickly hang up some art, this is one of the best investments to make for him.

Good olive oil is the foundation of most cooking and eating. This set has vinegars and olive oils he'll want to drink straight from the bottle.

Don't understate the keepsake value of a Montblanc pen. Using it says professionalism at work and good taste at lecture hall.

Part of being an adult is having a printer. This one is small, and sleek enough for wherever they end up. Plus, it can print photos right off his phone!

No more Jansport backpacks for this kid—he's a working man now. Or hopefully he soon will be, and a professional-looking commuter pack from Everlane will help. Made from recycled materials, it has room for a laptop, books, water bottles, and plenty more.

Honestly, it's easier this way. You're happy, he's happy. Plus, it comes in a cute lil box.

Upgrade his wake up with the Loftie Alarm Clock that's packed with sleep tools. He'll never want to hear iPhone's alarm again.