So, someone close to you finally graduated! They excelled in their courses, received a degree, and are now prepared to transition into the working world. After their years of hard work, of course you’re looking for the perfect way to say congratulations. And what better way to celebrate than with high-end graduation gift ideas to honor this hard-earned achievement? Here are the best luxury graduation gifts from woman-owned businesses.
High-End Gifts for Every Graduate
1. Stylish Work Accessories
Cuyana’s Convertible Leather Laptop Sleeve has a sleek design that won’t take up any unnecessary space in your graduate’s work bag and to top it off, it’s made with beautiful Italian pebbled leather. So, while keeping their laptop safe throughout the day, it’s a stylish accessory that’s available in several neutral color combinations. The Cuyana laptop bag is also multi-purpose, doubling as a leather tote desktop and mouse pad, making it a great luxury graduation gift for him or her. It is also fitting for any graduate interested in sustainability, as the sleeve is Leather Working Group certified!
2. Custom Diploma Frame
Of course, the perfect luxury gift for graduates is a custom frame that’s built by hand from Church Hill Classics, the Valedictorian of Grad Gifts. Shop by school for officially branded collegiate frames or design your very own frame! Select your mat colors and textures, choose embossed lettering or an engravable gold plate, medallions, gold or silver insignias, glass options, and wood mouldings with their Create-A-Frame online tools.
Best of all, Church Hill Classics only sources their raw materials from vendors who practice sustainability and forest renewal efforts. They even offer a full line of 100% recycled wood framing options, and each frame is handcrafted in the USA by a skilled team of artisans.
3. Comfortable Bedding
There is nothing better than a long, peaceful sleep after a day packed full of hard work. There is also nothing that your graduate deserves more! The Signature Sateen Sheet Set from Ettitude can provide them with just that. Made from sustainable silky fabric with a noticeable cooling effect, these sheets are perfect for those who prioritize skin care, want smoother hair, or who just want a better, more comfortable sleep at night. Available in a wide range of colors, this set will work seamlessly with any decor. This high-end graduation gift is so useful for absolutely anyone!
4. Skin Care Essentials
Imagine this: Your grad has a crucial interview tomorrow and obviously wants to look their best. However, they have developed a noticeable pimple right in the middle of their face. The Mighty Patch Original from Hero can be their quick fix for a special day. This award-winning hydrocolloid patch can clear up their skin overnight.
By removing gunk and preventing him or her from picking at their skin, these patches can flatten a pimple after one night of sleep. All they have to do is place one on the area of concern and continue their bedtime skincare routine as usual. By morning, they will be interview-, work-, or event-ready. Treat them to a self-care spa kit containing patches, face washes, jelly cleansers, balancing toners, and serum sticks from Hero.
5. Cozy Loungewear
When you think of post-college life, lounging and sleeping may not be the first thought that comes to mind. In fact, many recently graduated college students have likely been expending lots of energy bracing for the hard work in their careers to come. Because their time to lounge may be so fleeting, why not make it worthwhile by giving the ultimate luxury graduation gifts for her or him: a set of Eberjey loungewear. According to their website, Eberjey ensures that every fabric they use feels like a “second skin” and is ecologically sourced. Help your graduate enjoy their downtime a little more, or consider this as a gift for someone working remotely to keep them extra comfortable on the job!
6. Daily Sun Protection
For $68, you can get your graduate 18 fl. ozs of Supergoop’s PLAY Everyday Lotion SPF 50 with Sunflower Extract. And although you may be asking yourself why sunscreen is such an expensive graduation gift, Supergoop’s luxury products, almost all of which contain SPF, are far more than just sunscreen. This everyday lotion contains only clean chemicals and is sweat-resistant for up to 80 minutes! Beyond that, it also prevents photoaging and dehydration, supported by lots of dermatologist testing, making this a simple but essential graduation gift that will surely not go unnoticed.
7. Fresh Food Delivery
Finding affordable fresh food while trying to save money in post-graduate life is not an easy task. Therefore, it’s not difficult for a recent college graduate to fall into a cycle of unhealthy eating, leading them to feel physically and mentally unwell. This Provenance Detox high-end graduation gift from Provenance Meals offers six days’ worth of plant-based meals and snacks to get anyone’s health back on track.
While including superfood protein shakes, ready-to-eat plant-based meals for lunch and dinner, “ultra-hydrating” snacks, and soothing herbal detox tea, it is also completely free of GMOs, gluten, dairy, refined sugar, soy, corn, and refined vegetable oils! This program offers a total reset that will be loved by any post-graduate who prioritizes their health.
Luxury Grad Gifts for Him
8. Designer Clothing
AYR, pronounced “air”, is a New York City-based clothing brand. AYR stands for “All Year Round”, which is exactly the type of clothing any graduate needs when building their post-college wardrobe. AYR believes longevity is the ultimate luxury and proudly produces their quality clothing in small batches, keeping the environment in mind and ultimately producing less waste. Truly a closet stable and initially a womenswear company started by two women, AYR launched a menswear line, including The Normie, classic button-fly jeans for men.
9. Professional Timepiece
Another popular high-end graduation gift for him, a watch is more than just a timekeeping accessory–it’s a symbol of his achievement and sophistication. A well-chosen watch will help your grad step into the professional world with confidence while leveling up his attire. Take your time to browse various high-end brands like Rolex, Omega, or Tag Heuer, all known for their craftsmanship and elevated style. Consider his personal preferences as you shop various watch types, making sure to select a timepiece that fits his unique tastes. A luxury watch is a great way to celebrate your graduate while gifting him a meaningful heirloom to accompany him through life’s next milestones.
10. Handcrafted Shadow Box
A popular high-end gift for high school graduates who’ve earned athletic accolades like pins and letters, a varsity letter shadow box frame preserves his achievements in a sleek display. Handcrafted by a team of skilled artisans, a custom shadow box serves as a reminder of his successes while in school. Customize it by featuring his school colors on museum-quality matting or adding an engraved plate with his name and graduation year for a special touch. This versatile gift can be displayed in a childhood bedroom, his dorm, or a new office space. For additional gift ideas for him, check out our blogs on popular graduation gifts for sons and graduation gifts from parents!
Luxury Grad Gifts for Her
11. Cuticle Care Packages
One of the most important aspects of post-graduate life is saving money. Why let your graduate neglect self-care and much-needed pampering at the expense of saving up? The Olive & June Mani/Pedi Complete System includes quite literally everything someone might need to give themselves the perfect manicure, pedicure, or both! From cuticle serums and nail buffers to high-quality stainless steel files and top coat polish, this 20-piece DIY spa set even includes an Olive You a Latte mug. This is a perfect way to gift much-needed “me time” to your favorite grad. And, with the option to include six different polish colors, what’s not to love?
12. Exclusive Apparel
As a graduate enters the work force and maybe even a new city or location, it’s important for them to look and subsequently feel their best. So if you’re looking to give expensive graduation gifts, why not buy them a membership at Rent the Runway? Fashionable items usually cost lots of money, which a recent graduate may not have to spare. However, with the minimum cost membership at Rent the Runway, they will get to choose four designer pieces per month, whether they’re for a work event or just for everyday life, and have them shipped straight to their door in two days or less!
13. Personalized Jewelry
What better way is there to show a graduate that you care about them and their achievements than with a customizable gift that you can make personal to them? The Engravable Bar Bracelet from Mejuri, made from 14k solid gold, can fit up to ten characters, which is enough to fit your graduate’s name or a short, inspirational phrase that might resonate with them. Or, opt for the Cable Chain Tag Necklace, available in titanium, 14k solid gold, or sterling silver and up to three engravable letters. It’s a classy graduation gift with a design that will truly stand the test of time, becoming a keepsake that they’ll treasure forever!
14. Sentimental Necklace
As a graduate enters the work force and maybe even a new city or location, it’s important for them to look and subsequently feel their best. So if you’re looking to give expensive graduation gifts, why not buy them a membership at Rent the Runway? Fashionable items usually cost lots of money, which a recent graduate may not have to spare. However, with the minimum cost membership at Rent the Runway, they will get to choose four designer pieces per month, whether they’re for a work event or just for everyday life, and have them shipped straight to their door in two days or less!
15. Lift for the Ladies
Whether your college graduate is headed to work or a social event, this product by Nue, founded by former fashion and beauty editor Stephanie Montes, provides a lift to elevate any outfit. Aptly described as “a boob job in a box,” Nue breast tape is completely invisible underneath clothing, as it can be styled in any backless or strapless styles. It’s also the very first breast tape to come in multiple shades, making it inclusive for all skin tones. Arriving in a carry-on friendly kit, this luxury gift for girls is perfect for traveling on-the-go or tossing into her everyday tote bag!
16. Classy Drinkware
What better way to elevate a celebratory occasion than with glassware from the women-owned company, Sisterly Drinkware? Congratulate your grad with a set of elegant champagne flutes or best-selling clear hammered cocktail glasses. Sisterly Drinkware crafts their glasses with unique shapes and eye-catching designs, making them a stylish option for those looking to celebrate a big event. Whether you gift a wine opener, a decanter set, or glass coffee mugs, drinkware is a practical graduation gift they can use when hosting get-togethers or winding down at the end of the day.
Graduation marks a huge milestone in a loved one’s life, and the perfect gift celebrates their achievement. Whether it’s a handcrafted diploma frame to display their degree, a new wardrobe for her, or a quality timepiece for him, these thoughtful options celebrate your grad’s hard work and set them up for the journey ahead.
