Graduation Gift Guide

Here’s 20 fun, fashionable and useful gifts for your grad.

L.L. Bean Zipper Duffle - Whether your grad will be traveling around the world this summer or just taking trips home on the weekend, he'll need this spacious duffel. Made of canvas with suede and leather trim, it's rugged enough to withstand serious use.  (Photo: Courtesy LL Bean)

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L.L. Bean Zipper Duffle - Whether your grad will be traveling around the world this summer or just taking trips home on the weekend, he'll need this spacious duffel. Made of canvas with suede and leather trim, it's rugged enough to withstand serious use. (Photo: Courtesy LL Bean)

C. Wonder Wide Enamel Initial Bangle - The accessory lover will swoon over this colorful bangle. It makes a statement and the initial makes it all her own.   (Photo: Courtesy C Wonder)

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C. Wonder Wide Enamel Initial Bangle - The accessory lover will swoon over this colorful bangle. It makes a statement and the initial makes it all her own. (Photo: Courtesy C Wonder)

Feel Better Soon Get Well Kit - Being away from home when you're under the weather can be a bit scary, but this kit has you covered. From hand wipes to green tea to a migraine wrap, your grad will be nursed back to health even when you're not around.   (Photo: Courtesy Dormify)

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Feel Better Soon Get Well Kit - Being away from home when you're under the weather can be a bit scary, but this kit has you covered. From hand wipes to green tea to a migraine wrap, your grad will be nursed back to health even when you're not around. (Photo: Courtesy Dormify)

101 Things to Do With Ramen Noodles - Your future college student will inevitably eat a few packs of Ramen noodles, but this clever cookbook will amp up their culinary skills with some interesting recipes for the simple dish.   (Photo: Smith, Gibbs Publishing)

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101 Things to Do With Ramen Noodles - Your future college student will inevitably eat a few packs of Ramen noodles, but this clever cookbook will amp up their culinary skills with some interesting recipes for the simple dish. (Photo: Smith, Gibbs Publishing)

Amazon Kindle - Encourage a love for reading — especially when on the go — with the Kindle.   (Photo: Courtesy Amazon)

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Kindle - Your bookworm won't be able to put this affordable e-reader down. It's less than six ounces and holds more than 1,000 books. (Photo: Courtesy AMAZON)

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Graduation Bracelet - Add a sentimental touch with this sterling-silver finished bracelet. The inscribed words read, Achieve, Success, Believe, and you can even personalize it with a single initial.  (Photo: Courtesy Personal Creations)

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Graduation Bracelet - Add a sentimental touch with this sterling-silver finished bracelet. The inscribed words read, Achieve, Success, Believe, and you can even personalize it with a single initial. (Photo: Courtesy Personal Creations)

Keurig Mini Plus Brewing System - Dorm rooms are notoriously small and buying coffee every day can be expensive, so solve both of those problems with this pint-size coffee maker. It also makes tea, hot chocolate, iced beverages and comes in four colors.   (Photo: Courtesy Keurig)

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Keurig Mini Plus Brewing System - Dorm rooms are notoriously small and buying coffee every day can be expensive, so solve both of those problems with this pint-size coffee maker. It also makes tea, hot chocolate, iced beverages and comes in four colors. (Photo: Courtesy Keurig)

CM4 Q Card Case for iPhone - This all-in-one case holds the iPhone, cash and a few cards, including school ID, which all students need on hand at all times.   (Photo: Courtesy Walmart)

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CM4 Q Card Case for iPhone - This all-in-one case holds the iPhone, cash and a few cards, including school ID, which all students need on hand at all times. (Photo: Courtesy Walmart)

Ted Baker Typewriter Laptop Sleeve - Protect what's sure to be your most expensive electronic with this vintage-meets-modern laptop sleeve.  (Photo: Courtesy Fred Flare)

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Ted Baker Typewriter Laptop Sleeve - Protect what's sure to be your most expensive electronic with this vintage-meets-modern laptop sleeve. (Photo: Courtesy Fred Flare)

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iPad - You can’t go wrong with an iPad. It is a wonderful gift and a great way to store images, movies, music and data for the student going off to college.  (Photo: APPLE)

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iPad - You can’t go wrong with an iPad. It is a wonderful gift and a great way to store images, movies, music and data for the student going off to college. (Photo: APPLE)

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Nanda Home Alarm Clock on Wheels - No more hitting the snooze button with this innovative gadget. The alarm clock rolls around the room until you get up and manually turn it off.   (Photo: Courtesy Dormify)

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Nanda Home Alarm Clock on Wheels - No more hitting the snooze button with this innovative gadget. The alarm clock rolls around the room until you get up and manually turn it off. (Photo: Courtesy Dormify)

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Soul SL100 On-Ear Headphones - They come in a range of colors and are perfect for workout sessions or blocking noise out while studying.  (Photo: Courtesy Soul By Ludacris)

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Soul SL100 On-Ear Headphones - They come in a range of colors and are perfect for workout sessions or blocking noise out while studying. (Photo: Courtesy Soul By Ludacris)

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Mophie Juice Pack Reserve - It's hard to stay connected when your battery is dead, but this compact charger fixes that. The portable battery is the size of a keychain and charges iPhones or iPods.   (Photo: Courtesy Mophie)

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Mophie Juice Pack Reserve - It's hard to stay connected when your battery is dead, but this compact charger fixes that. The portable battery is the size of a keychain and charges iPhones or iPods. (Photo: Courtesy Mophie)

The Naked Roommate: And 107 Other Issues You Might Run Into in College - Dorm living comes with some serious challenges, but this book provides hilarious and useful solutions for money woes, managing stress and living with a roommate.   (Photo: Sourcebooks Publishing)

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The Naked Roommate: And 107 Other Issues You Might Run Into in College - Dorm living comes with some serious challenges, but this book provides hilarious and useful solutions for money woes, managing stress and living with a roommate. (Photo: Sourcebooks Publishing)

HP LCD Digital Photo Frame - Preserve those memories with a crisp digital photo frame. Extra points if you upload a few of your favorite photos ahead of time.   (Photo: Courtesy BEST BUY)

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HP LCD Digital Photo Frame - Preserve those memories with a crisp digital photo frame. Extra points if you upload a few of your favorite photos ahead of time. (Photo: Courtesy BEST BUY)

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Star Wars R2D2 USB Hub - Never run out of a USB slot again with this four port hub. It’s fun-ctional, will keep you company and lessen desktop clutter while you work.  (Photo: Courtesy Computer Gear)

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Star Wars R2D2 USB Hub - Never run out of a USB slot again with this four port hub. It’s fun-ctional, will keep you company and lessen desktop clutter while you work. (Photo: Courtesy Computer Gear)

Michael Kors Rose Golden Oversize Watch - Forget sending your graduate to Jamaica for a week — this classic Michael Kors timepiece will last a lifetime.  (Photo: Courtesy Michael Kors)

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Michael Kors Rose Golden Oversize Watch - Forget sending your graduate to Jamaica for a week — this classic Michael Kors timepiece will last a lifetime. (Photo: Courtesy Michael Kors)

Five Year Journal - New chapters in life should be documented and this five year journal will inspire your young adult to chronicle his or her journey.   (Photo: Courtesy Levenger)

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Five Year Journal - New chapters in life should be documented and this five year journal will inspire your young adult to chronicle his or her journey. (Photo: Courtesy Levenger)

Gift Card - How about a gift card to your graduate's favorite restaurant, book store or retailer? Instead of paying full price, Gift Card Granny allows you to save up to 65 percent off face value.  (Photo: Courtesy Gift Card Granny)

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Gift Card - How about a gift card to your graduate's favorite restaurant, book store or retailer? Instead of paying full price, Gift Card Granny allows you to save up to 65 percent off face value. (Photo: Courtesy Gift Card Granny)

Scratch Off World Map - The traveler (or wanna be traveler) will love seeing exactly where they've ventured as they scratch off each country one by one.   (Photo: Courtesy Urban Outfitters)

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Scratch Off World Map - The traveler (or wanna be traveler) will love seeing exactly where they've ventured as they scratch off each country one by one. (Photo: Courtesy Urban Outfitters)