Gift-giving season is just around the corner, and you may already have your holiday gift list prepared, but did you remember to include your roommates? Your roommates may be your best friends, people you merely live with, or anything in between, but you share a space with them, so might as well include them in the holiday spirit. Below are some gift ideas for your roommates that they are sure to appreciate, and they’re all $20 or less!
For the roommate who likes to sleep in:
Silicone Ear Plugs for Noise Reduction, $14.44
These earplugs are perfect for the roommate that enjoys their snooze time. Whether they are sleeping in or hitting the books, they have no fear of getting distracted by other roommates who may like to play their music or TV too loudly. They are perfect if you have a snoring roommate, too.
For the lactose-intolerant roommate:
Milk Mug, $10
Show your lactose-intolerant or dairy-free roommate some love with an alternative-milk mug. Give them the mug with their preferred coffee/tea order with an almond milk, soy milk, oat milk, or no milk mug. It’s the perfect gift for cozy season!
For the beauty-lover roommate:
Nars Mini Velvet Matte Lipstick Pencil Duo, $20
Give the gift of the perfect pout with these lipstick pencils from Nars. There are two to a pack and they are mini, so they are perfect for travel or on-the-go touch-ups. There are two different color combinations to choose from, so you can customize it to your roommate’s color preferences.
For the always tidy roommate:
ODISTAR Desktop Vacuum Cleaner, $12.98
If your roommate enjoys having a tidy space, then this is the perfect gift for them. The mini vacuum cleaner is great for small messes and also works for cleaning your keyboard. This gift can also be used as a subtle hint for your roommate to help clean up their space!
For the drink connoisseur roommate:
The Mini Bar: 100 Essential Cocktail Recipes, $20
If your roommate is of drinking age and enjoys a good mixed drink, then this is a great gift for them. It is a set of books with recipes for all kinds of mixed drinks, sorted by the alcohol that is in them. It is a fun way to learn about different ways to make drinks that is sure to liven up any party.
For the chef roommate:
DASH Mini Maker, $12.90
A mini waffle maker is a perfect gift for the roommate that likes to “chef it up” from time to time. It is intended for waffles, but it can make hash browns as well! Make the breakfast-lover in your life smile with this gift.
For the retro roommate:
Tamagotchi Original Marble, $19.80
This is a perfect gift for your roommate who is obsessed with all things Y2K. This is also fun for anyone who enjoys gaming, even if it’s on a smaller scale. The Tamagotchi game system is portable fun and a challenge to see how long you can keep your digital pet alive.
These gifts are just what you need for your roommates this holiday season. They are also just within a college student’s budget so there is no worry about hurting your wallet! The gifts are sure to delight any kind of roommate you have. Giving your roommate a holiday gift is sure to create a friendly living environment and will make you feel happy as well. Enjoy the holidays with friends, family, and roommates this winter season!