57 Best 18th Birthday Gift Ideas of 2023 for All the Soon-to-Be Adults in Your Life

If they have to work from home (which, let's be honest, means their bed), make sure they protect their electronics, drink, and posture!

If they don't already know it, adulting is hard. This book will make the growing pains a tad bit smoother to navigate with some truly LOL moments.

No matter which kind of music they're into, they'll make good use out of this stylish portable speaker. It charges very quickly, and the material is water resistant so you can submerge it in three feet of water for up to 30 minutes. Perf for all those summer pool parties!

This chunky gold chain is versatile enough to wear with both everyday casual looks and boss babe outfits at the office (and yep, it's available for every zodiac sign, as well as both sterling silver or 18-karat gold).

Get them the most beautiful birth chart for anyone interested in ~astrology~. There's a bunch of analysis about your whole personality that will give them literally hours to think about.

The UGG Fluff Yeah Slides are somehow trendy and timeless at the same time. Not to mention, they come in countless color ways and they’re extremely cozy.

I know we live in a world where everything is high-tech. But, trust, Gen Z-ers are BIG on '90s trends. They'll love an old-school instant film camera if they don't already have one.

The cherry on top of any athleisure-filled wardrobe is a casual-yet-cute workout dress that will double as their daily uniform. This one is made with a soft lightweight knit fabric and features an easy-to-wear pull-over design.

Plain white sneakers FTW! These timeless Stan Smiths by adidas Originals are a street style favorite for reason: They go with absolutely everything and are comfortable enough to walk miles in (trust me, I've logged lots of mileage wearing my own pair).

Name and initial necklaces are all the rage, so make sure to get them one that'll make all their friends jealous. You can also personalize with their birthstone!

Corduroy is making a comeback, but also it's comfy as hell and a nice upgrade from sweatpants. Swapping out their most-worn items with something a lil more chic is a sneaky-fun way to help them dress as their best selves.

Worn together or separately, there’s no denying these heart huggie earrings are too adorable to pass up. And they come in so many fun colors, so you can mix and match as ya please!

For makeup lovers, this vanity is a must. Those Old Hollywood-style light bulbs are waaaay better than average bathroom lighting.

I mean. It's true, is it not?? This keychain works for adorning a backpack, a purse, a fanny pack—even a wallet. Whatever they're using to carry stuff around it, remind them how much of a badass they are.

ICYMI, bucket hats are back and Gen Z is loving this '00s fashion favorite. The more colorful and eye-catching, the better, so you can't go wrong with this number from Roxy. It's made out of super soft cotton canvas and was designed in collaboration with the Blue Crush queen herself, Kate Bosworth! Did I mention it's reversible??

Love bubble tea, but on a budget? Be their hero by giving them this at-home option, so they can brew and sip on their study break.

It's a bag for your laptop! Then it's a laptop stand! Oh yea, and it's gorgeous and comes in pretty colors! If their work involves computers in any capacity, this is ~the~ gift.

Set them up for a successful first semester on campus with a practical-yet-cute case for carrying around their laptop. The messenger-style shape means they can keep their hands free for scrolling through TikTok ;)

Upgrade any dorm room, bedroom desk situation, or home office with this beaut. Perfect for studying or going down a TikTok rabbit hole, a standing desk is the ultimate adult game-changer.

A chunky lil chain isn't just the perfect stacking ring—it also works totally on its own as some casual, everyday, elevated bling.