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21st Birthday Present Guide

This article is written by a student writer from the Her Campus at Wisconsin chapter.

Nothing, I repeat, nothing is more fun than 21st birthdays. Being the birthday girl is great, but celebrating your friends’ big days may be even better. I mean, when else do you get to shower your favorite people with alcohol and glitter? If you’re on the search for the perfect gift for your girl, look no further.

For the sentimental friend:

We all have that one friend that cries at the smallest of gestures. Show your love by writing her a letter to open for whatever situation she might be in life.

For the crafty friend:

Sure endless bottles of alcohol are nice to receive, but if you have a friend who is an avid artie, try out this smashed bottle cap picture frame.

For the friend with the sweet tooth:

Who can deny birthday cake? Hopefully the answer is no one. Regardless, the classic “Barbie had too much fun” cake is sure to make her smile.

For the friend who would rather drink her cake:

Maybe cake isn’t your friend’s thing. Good chances are she’ll enjoy a cake made out of her favorite drinks.

For the friend who loves beer:

Here is to the friend who would rather be shotgunning with the boys than trying the seasonal cocktail. Glam up her birthday by decking out a beer bong.

For the friend who always says, “I’m not even drunk”:

It probably isn’t possible to overdo it on a 21st birthday, but this gift is for the girl who thinks she can handle her liquor. All hail the gift that keeps on giving the day after.

For the friend that collects memories:

It’s safe to say that she won’t be remembering too much from her 21st. A shot book is the perfect way to document the night she will never remember.

For any friend turning 21:

Above all, a sash is a must. Nothing says a night of free drinks better than a wearable advertisement of her big day.

Some of the greatest parts of 21st birthdays are the gifts you get to receive and give. You may only get to celebrate your day once, but making sure your friends’ birthdays are exciting can be just as great. Cherish the year of 21st birthdays. Sure, you probably will not remember a lot (thanks alcohol), but you will certainly make memories you will never forget!

Madison is a senior at the University of Wisconsin pursuing a major in English Literature with minors in Entrepreneurship and Digital Media Studies. Post college, Madison plans to complete her dreams of being the next Anna Wintour. In her free time, Madison enjoys listening to Eric Hutchinson, eating dark chocolate, and FaceTiming her puppies back home. When she isn't online shopping, or watching YouTube bloggers (ie Fleur DeForce), Madison loves exploring the vast UW Campus and all it has to offer! She is very excited to take this next step in her collegiette career as Campus Correspondent and Editor-in-Chief for HC Wisco. On Wisconsin!