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The good-looking SUV of the cooler and pack realm, Yeti makes durable look appealing. This tote is waterproof, deceptively large, and full of smart dividers. That means it’s ready for a trip on the boat, a beach trip, an alfresco lunch, or just about anything.
Musician-Level Headphones
Marshall MINOR III Headphones
Musician-Level Headphones
Marshall MINOR III Headphones
There’s an element of trust at work when you’re dealing with headphones made by an iconic musical brand. Marshall may be known for its amps but the company makes a mean set of high-fidelity headphones as well, perfect for maximizing that new album or latest podcast episode.
A Gamer’s Dream
Dell Alienware AW2523HF Gaming Monitor
A Gamer’s Dream
Dell Alienware AW2523HF Gaming Monitor
After years of playing video games on that lesser television in the dorm room or shared computer in the shared house, it’s time for an upgrade. This monitor touts an outstanding display, is constructed with esports in mind, and even swivels.
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These Comfy Oxfords
Cole Haan ØriginalGrand Wingtip Oxford
These Comfy Oxfords
Cole Haan ØriginalGrand Wingtip Oxford
Post-graduate life tends to involve interviews, work, and, well, more interviews. Give the grad the shoes for the job, a pair of Oxfords that’s at once extremely comfortable and buttoned-up enough for the workspace.
Personalized Pens
LucasEngravingStore Graduation Pens
Personalized Pens
LucasEngravingStore Graduation Pens
Now 60% Off
A personalized pen signifies a lot, not the least of which that you made it. With a classy wooden case, it’s the kind of thing a graduate puts on their desk to remind the world that they’re accomplished.
For the Sophisticated Sipper
Gran Coramino Cristalino Reposado Tequila
For the Sophisticated Sipper
Gran Coramino Cristalino Reposado Tequila
For the celebratory side of graduation, here’s a great sipper that comes in a fitting, trophy-like bottle. This smooth, barrel-aged number is the work of Kevin Hart’s brand and a great way to toast present success (and more success to come).
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A TV as Smart as the Grad
SAMSUNG 43-Inch Class Frame Series Smart TV
A TV as Smart as the Grad
SAMSUNG 43-Inch Class Frame Series Smart TV
Now 18% Off
Give the graduate a break. They’ve dealt with communal items and shared equipment long enough. Now is the time for an excellent tv, one that celebrates being a bit older while still loving to get lost in a series binge or Wes Anderson movie.
A Timeless Timepiece
Seiko Prospex Speedtimer SSC911
A Timeless Timepiece
Seiko Prospex Speedtimer SSC911
Now 25% Off
No, a good watch is just for longstanding employees at the firm. They’re for graduates too, who probably rely on their phones too much to note what time it is. This classic offering from Seiko is equal parts fashionable and functional.
Because Proper Lighting is Key
Lume Cube Studio Panel Lighting Kit
Because Proper Lighting is Key
Lume Cube Studio Panel Lighting Kit
Whether the grad in your life is an aspiring filmmaker or photographer or just likes proper lighting when hopping on a Zoom, this is the lighting kit to rely on. It offers that cool photo studio aesthetic, powered by a smart remote control.
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A grad probably has a backpack of some kind already but it’s not like this one. The Search Backpack boasts a brainy design with versatile compartments, is made of recycled ballistic nylon, and even comes with a five-year warranty.
A college pillow
Carmel and Terrell Swan Embroidered College Pillows
A college pillow
Carmel and Terrell Swan Embroidered College Pillows
Whether they’re moving into their own place or crashing at home to figure things out, your new grad can keep the college memories alive with these beautifully embroidered college pillows.
This Social Blanket
Big Blanket Co. Original Stretch™ Blanket
This Social Blanket
Big Blanket Co. Original Stretch™ Blanket
Just because he graduated doesn’t mean he’s going to stop hanging out with friends. If anything, he’ll make more of them and a great way to stay close in via the power of a giant blanket. This one can accommodate four comfortable and is great for game or movie nights.
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A Cardholder for the Modern Era
Gaucho The Parera Wallet & Cardholder
A Cardholder for the Modern Era
Gaucho The Parera Wallet & Cardholder
He’s gotten older and wiser and so has the wallet. This one proves as much, sleek and modern, built to be packed without really noticing it’s there. Made of Saffiano leather, it has a zippered pocket and is lined with cotton.
Because Bamboo is the Softest
Cozy Earth Men’s Ultra-Soft Bamboo Jogger Pant
Because Bamboo is the Softest
Cozy Earth Men’s Ultra-Soft Bamboo Jogger Pant
If there’s a softer pair of pants, we don’t know about it. Better, this pair fits so sharply they can function as much more just a pair of loungers. That said, they make for a great gift.
You Can’t Touch a Classic
Nike Air Jordan 1 Shoes
You Can’t Touch a Classic
Nike Air Jordan 1 Shoes
Now 14% Off
One of the sneakers that helped jumpstart sneaker culture, the Air Jordan 1 is a legendary shoe fully back in fashion (not that it ever went out). And with plenty of color options, you can tailor-make it to your graduate’s liking.
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Goodbye college hygiene routine (assuming it even existed), hello new self-care approach. This trio will be good to his skin and have him leaving the house feeling oh so fresh. It’s never too early to start a good skincare regimen.
Mapping Those Degree Coordinates
Furrlio College Map Print
Mapping Those Degree Coordinates
Furrlio College Map Print
Now 46% Off
College graduation is a monumental point in time, taking place at a specific spot. Document as much with this wall candy, a cool map that shows exactly where the graduate earned his degree.
A gift card he’ll actually use
Amazon Amazon.com Gift Card in a Graduation Cap Box
A gift card he’ll actually use
Amazon Amazon.com Gift Card in a Graduation Cap Box
Let’s face it, all recent graduates appreciate a little extra cash. Get them a festive and useful gift card in a graduation cap box to make it special for the occasion.
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For Easy Cooking
COSORI Pro II Air Fryer Oven Combo
For Easy Cooking
COSORI Pro II Air Fryer Oven Combo
With exception to perhaps culinary grads, most grads aren’t just going to jump into full-scale cooking. Bridge the gap between zapping everything in a microwave and being quite comfortable in the kitchen with this excellent air fryer and oven combo. You’ll have him cooking without all of the extra work.
This Versatile Laptop
Microsoft Microsoft Surface Book
This Versatile Laptop
Microsoft Microsoft Surface Book
Laptops don’t just fold for utility’s sake anymore, they combine tablet and computer functions and run on intelligent processors and strong batteries. This one does all of the above, and in style, mind you, making it a perfect grad gift.
Mark Stock is a food, drink, and outdoors writer from Portland, Oregon. He spent years making, selling, and sipping Pinot Noir in the Dundee Hills before a full return to his journalistic roots in 2016. In addition to Men’s Health, he writes for SevenFifty Daily, Sip Northwest, The Somm Journal, The Drake, Willamette Week, Travel Oregon, and more.
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