No matter how old or new friends are, picking the perfect Christmas gift is not always an easy task. Coming up with an amazing present isn’t necessarily the problem, the deep abyss in most college students’ wallets is the real issue. Never fear, Her Campus is here! We’ve got you covered from your girly friend, to the geek, to the coffee addict and more! There are plenty of adorable gifts any friend would love, all under $20!
1) The Marcelle Mini Waterproof Eyeliner Travel Kit ($18) is the perfect gift for the friend that loves makeup. The inside of this travel kit has little holders for the eyeliner, making it perfect for her when she travels from school to home and back again.
2) Walking across Kent’s campus in the winter is a task that should only be undergone with winter gear on from head to toe. Still, there’s no reason a girl can’t look cute while doing so! Forever 21 has beaded knit headbands and head wraps ($8.90) that are sure to keep Jack Frost away from your friends’ ears.
3) What is better than cats, make up, black, and glitter? Nothing! ASOS knew this to be true and created a cat makeup bag ($17.92) with glitter ears, convenient and sassy for all makeup storage needs.
4) Essie nail polish ($8.50 each) is another great gift because it comes in any and every color. This is small, but would be appreciated for its lasting use and quality and can also be found in most convenience stores! If your friend runs out, she won’t have to worry about finding some more.
5) Dorms and apartments don’t always feel homey, but artwork is often a great way to liven up a space and make it feel a little more comfortable. Holly Nichols is a fashion illustrator sensation with a massive Etsy shop. Many fashion-forward girls have heard of (and love) her artwork. Even if a girl hasn’t heard of the art by HNIllustration, there’s no doubt she will love it all! Start her collection off and make her feel more at home away from home with a handmade piece of art ($12).
6) Let’s face it, sometimes a normal sized wine glass just isn’t enough. Let your friend know you understand by getting her an XL wine glass ($9.99). It’s so big that it can hold an entire bottle of wine! Turn on Gilmore Girls, open the wine, and enjoy!
7) Cats and coffee are two things almost every girl in college loves. Combine them, and the result is a ridiculously adorable and useful present! ($14.99)
8) For all the Harry Potter lovers out there, this is for you. Show off your fandom with a deathly hallows inspired coffee mug ($14).
9) Laundry doesn’t have to hide in some old basket out of sight. Keep it in an adorable R2-D2 laundry hamper! With the new Star Wars movie coming out soon (less than 10 days!!! But hey, who’s counting?!) the laundry hamper will be on trend and a great topic of conversation ($19.99).
10) College is a stressful time; give a present that will be fun and help combat and stress! The Mindfulness Coloring Book ($9.95) is a great present that helps reduce anxiety, combats boredom, and is a relaxation tool.
11) College students spend so much time on laptops, might as well look adorable while doing so! A floral mousepad ($14) is a fun way to brighten up any office or classroom space, and it’s useful too!
12) An adorable animal shaped fish bowl ($19.99) is a charming gift for the friend who is looking to get a fish to keep her company. This company makes fish bowls in the forms of a cat, elephant, frog, and more!
13) Who is not in love with Benedict Cumberbatch? Anyone that has heard him try to say penguin sure is! If you’ve got a friend who fangirls over him, this wall art is perfect ($10).
14) A Vera Bradley Ornament is a Christmas-y and stylish idea for the girl that loves Christmas decorations ($19).
15) Any girl that loves fashion undoubtedly loves Karl Lagerfeld. The Where’s Karl? book ($9.29) is the fashionistas’ alternative to the beloved Where’s Waldo. It’s fashion forward and interactive!
16) With hundreds of scents to choose from and all the candles being made locally in Medina, Ohio, A.I. Root Candles are a cute gift for anyone!
17) Around 3 a.m. when caffeine is no longer helping, this can of gummy bears ($8) will supply that sugar rush to get a girl through the rest of a project. You, the friend who gave this fun gift, will forever he the hero.
18) Here’s to the out of the box friend, to the girl who loves the kookiest things. This DIY Crystal Saguaro Cactus Grow Kit ($10) is a whimsical gift that will supply a lot of entertainment and interest.
19) Chunky knit scarves are all the rage right now, and a deep burgundy color makes this a comfy cozy gift any girl would love to have ($12.99).
20) If all else fails, who doesn’t like to smell nice?! Bath & Body Works gift sets promise to look cute and smell good ($10)!