The 17 Best Personalized Gifts 0f 2022

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If you’re looking for a gift that will make a big impression, personalization is the way to go. Inherently one-of-a-kind, a customized gift is a thoughtful way to show the recipient just how much you care. Whether it’s a gift that’s sentimentally symbolic or something useful with their monogram, customization instantly elevates even the most ordinary object from a token trinket to a cherished keepsake.

Whether you're getting a gift for your groom or your maid of honor, or celebrating an engagement or an anniversary, personalized gifts are ideal for all manner of recipients or occasions. From a bespoke photo album for your one-and-only to the monogrammed water bottles for the entire wedding party, there's something for everyone on your list.

Read on for the best personalized gifts.

Blurb Custom Wall Art

The best artwork is often the most personal. So why not turn a favorite photo into a piece of canvas artwork that's worthy of your wall? The museum-quality printing and crisp colors will elevate your everyday photos into something special.

Kingsley Leather Personalized Leather Cuff Links from Etsy

Whether it’s for the groom or the groomsmen, personalized cuff links are a timeless gift. Handmade in the UK, this set features antique full-grain leather that's hand-punched with a bold initial.

Homesick Candle

What’s more personal than the place you call home? With custom-made scent combinations specific to states, countries, and moments, each candle is evocative of the places closest to your heart.

Papier Pink Motel Personalize Notecard Set

These days, handwritten notes may be hard to come by, but personalized stationery never goes out of style! This colorful notecard set has a contemporary vibe but also shows off a classic sense of etiquette.

Caitlyn Minimalist Name Necklace

personalized necklace — Courtesy of Etsy

Personalized bling is always in fashion, which means she’ll be thrilled to receive this dainty necklace— with her name spelled out in bling! Choose a range of chain lengths and either a sterling, rose, or yellow gold finish.

Made of Sundays Custom Star Chart Shapes Night Sky Print

Capture a special moment in time with this illustration of the night sky on your wedding day, engagement, or even the night you met. After all, those special moments were written in the stars!

Mark & Graham The Tie Bar x Mark & Graham Gift Set

Who says men don’t appreciate accessories! This gift set includes a silk tie, embroidered pocket square/handkerchief, and cotton socks. With all the accouterment befitting a gentleman, he’ll be looking and feeling dashing and dapper.

S'well Pyrite Bottle

Say goodbye to writing names on plastic water bottles in sharpie—here’s a gift everyone from your best man to your flower girl is going to love! This sleek bottle comes in a variety of colors and patterns and— bonus—it can be personalized with a name or initials.

So Good So Wood Personalized Leather Dopp Kit for Men

Lovingly handmade in a small studio using old-school leather working techniques, these Dopp kits are perfect for your guy or groomsmen. They come custom hot-stamped with a name or initial—and they'll only get better with time as the leather ages.

Uncommon Goods Made-To-Order Personalized Song by David Morgan

Having all the feels and wishing you could put those sentiments to music? Well, you don’t have to be a musician to send a personalized song to the one you love. Inspired by your personal anecdotes and stories, artist David Morgan will create a custom tune. It's an unexpected and unique gift that they'll love.

Timex Waterbury 40 Engraved Watch

This sleek classic-meets-modern watch is available in a range of dial and strap options. Have it engraved with a name, initials, or a message—it's a gift that’s made to stand the test of time.

BD Activewear Personalized Tote Bag

Etsy Personalized Tote Bag — Courtesy of Etsy

Tote bags are a no-fail gift sure to please even the pickiest of recipients. And these are definitely a win. Made by hand, the bags come in a variety of colorways and are customized with a name in a standout metallic, glitter, or matte font.

The Personalization Lab Store Wedding Picture Frame

Amazon Personalized Wedding Picture Frame — Courtesy of Amazon

With that perfect one-in-a-million moment from your wedding captured on film, you’re going to want a one-of-a-kind frame to show it off in. Customize the frame with your names, wedding date, and viola—an instant keepsake!

Cupology Long Distance Coffee Mug

Amazon Long Distance Coffee Mug — Courtesy of Amazon

Love that flourishes despite the distance is deserving a special token. This colorful state mug can be customized to commemorate your long-distance love in all its glory.

Lou Lou Art Studio Custom Couple Portrait

Lou Lou Art Studio Custom 2 People Portrait — Courtesy of Etsy

A modern take on the classic couples portrait, this bespoke artwork is instantly wall-worthy. Made by artist Jemma Morris using a paper collage technique, the portrait comes as a downloadable file, so it's easy to print and frame to your liking.

Chatbooks Instagram Photo Book Series

Some of our most personal— and brag-worthy—moments are posted on Instagram. Compiling those treasured photos in a book is an excellent way to relive the joyful memories and take the images out of your phone and on to your coffee table to enjoy.

Williams Sonoma Wusthof Classic Chef's Knife

For the chef in your life, this gift is sure to make the cut! Meant to last a lifetime, this high-quality classic chef’s knife comes engraved with a monogram or name— how sharp!