The best personalised gifts have become easier to find than ever. We love to celebrate our loved ones and let them know we're thinking of them. Whether it's for birthdays, celebrations or just as an act of kindness, sending a personalised gift made to order goes that extra mile to show how much you care for that special someone.
The beauty of personalised gifts lies in their ability to convey emotions and memories in a tangible form. Whether it's an engraved piece of jewellery, a custom-made photo book, or a monogrammed accessory, the thought and effort put into creating such gifts make them stand out. They are not just objects; they are stories, memories, and emotions wrapped in beautiful packages.
Best personalised gifts at a glance
• Our top pick: Personalised Birthstone Bracelet - view on Amazon UK
• Best gift for birthdays: Grow-Your-Own Birth Flower - view on Getting Personal
• Best gift for couples: Custom Watercolour Couple Portrait - view on Etsy
When it comes to the best personalised gifts, whether it be for Valentine's flowers or a hamper for Mother's Day, it's not just about the item itself but the love, care, and thought that goes into making it. They are timeless tokens of affection.
We've scoured the web and found the best, most thoughtful personalised gifts to send to your favourite people, no matter the occasion.
Best personalised gifts
Best personalised birthday gift for her
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Add a magical touch to their day with this gorgeous, personalised birthstone bracelet. Adjustable in size, choose from 12 different dainty, crystal birthstones to be included. Personalise with your loved one's name or have some caring words engraved to mark the occasion
Customer review: "The size is perfect and it’s an amazing gift it also asks if you want additional things with it."
Best personalised birthday gift
www.gettingpersonal.co.uk
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Treat that special someone to a flower they can grow themselves, personalised to their birth month. Each flower represents qualities inherited by those born in each month (all good we promise!) This gift is perfect for any green-fingered friends or as a gift they can really get invested in
Best personalised candle
www.etsy.com
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Brighten someone's day with this natural soy wax candle and a personalised label just for them. This rainbow design is guaranteed to add a little cheer to your loved one's home. Choose from a range of scents and even upgrade to a hamper with bath salts and a gift box for that little extra.
Customer review: " Fast delivery and lovely packaging. The candle and label are really nice and was well received by my children. Thank you, would definitely buy again in the future."
Best personalised alcoholic gift
beerhunter.co.uk
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Let the party be-gin! This raspberry, strawberry and redcurrant flavoured gin is a brilliant gift for anybody celebrating an occasion. Personalise the wooden box with the name of your special someone as a little surprise they're sure to love - almost as much as the gin!
Best personalised birthday gift for him
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This beer glass can be personalised with an engraving to fit any occasion. Customise the message and even the font for a thoughtful, high-quality beer mug they'll cherish.
Customer review: "It's good quality and arrived surprisingly quickly. Would definitely recommend as a gift."
Best personalised chocolate gift
www.toblerone.co.uk
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Iconic and delicious, you can't go wrong with chocolate. Personalise their Toblerone with their name to make sure no one else gets their hands on it.
Personalised gifts for couples
Best personalised gift for couples
www.etsy.com
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Immortalise your special moments with a stunning watercolour portrait of you and your significant other. Each portrait is unique and customised to your specific requirements.
Customer review: "Absolutely beautiful, I cannot fault how this turned out at all."
Best matching personalised gift
www.etsy.com
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If you and your other half are jet setters, then these passport covers come personalised with a name in a choice of various font colours – gold, white, silver and black.
Customer review: "Beautiful, classy, high quality finish. Service was excellent, was dispatched within an hour of my ordering and I received it two days later. Couldn’t be happier."
Best date idea gift
www.notonthehighstreet.com
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Need some inspiration for date night? This cute little couple's date night dispenser could be your saving grace with 20 fun-filled dates to choose from. Personalise with your names for that special touch.
Customer review: "Quirky date night dispenser in a very cute metal tin. Bought this for my paper wedding anniversary."
Personalised gifts for children
Best personalised children's gift
www.notonthehighstreet.com
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This sweet children's dinosaur flag is a great wall hanging to add to a bedroom or playroom for a dino-mad kid! This cute dinosaur with wobbly eyes can be personalised with your child's name and favourite colour.
Customer review: "Purchased for my son's nursery, so cute, bright and colourful and great quality. I was so impressed I order two more as gifts."
Best personalised children's night light
www.personalise.co.uk
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A sweet animal night light that's personalised with the recipient's initial and first name. Choose from a colour-changing light or fixed colour light in seven options. A wonderful and different gift to treasure.
Best personalised children's book
www.notonthehighstreet.com
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A personalised softback picture book about a little boy who has to save all the dragons from a wicked ice wizard. Put a child you know as the central character in this wonderful story which is beautifully illustrated with ink and watercolour paint.
Personalised gifts for housewarming
Best decorative personalised gift
www.etsy.com
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This custom doormat makes such a unique housewarming gift for your friends and family. Choose your size and personalise with your lucky recipient's name.
Customer review: "My door mat arrived on time and I love it. Good quality material and the writing is clear and meticulous."
Best cooking personalised gift
www.etsy.com
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This professional-grade cutting board makes for a great and unique housewarming present. Gift your family or friends with a custom engraved cutting board or cheese board with your own choice of design.
Customer review: "I'm so thrilled with this cutting board. I chose maple with the engraving in the centre and it's simply lovely. It's a quality board, just the right size, thickness and weight."
Best game personalised gift
www.prezzybox.com
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Not only will this jigsaw puzzle provide hours of entertainment, it's a great way of introducing someone to a new area. Featuring whichever location you choose, this jigsaw is available in four different styles including Ordnance Survey Landranger, Victorian, London Street map and Ordnance Survey Streetview. Handwrite a personalised message on the front for that little extra.
Thoughtful personalised gifts
Best meaningful personalised gift
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Everyone has a favourite song or a tune that means a lot to them. Why not memorialise the sound waves in this modern, luxurious print? Personalise the song, background and foil colours, frame choice and size for a thoughtful gift that'll be music to their ears.
Customer review: "Brought for anniversary cute little bit of card thought would of been a bit bigger but perfect for a small frame."
Best family themed personalised gift
www.etsy.com
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This super special gift is perfect for family or friends to show your love and appreciation. Personalise their necklace with up to four names (whether that be relatives or friends) and choose the length and material from a mix of gold, rose-gold, copper and silver.
Customer review: "Bought for my granddaughter. Very pleased with my order, so much I bought another one for my daughter. I am so pleased with the design of both of them. Well worth the money. Thank you."
Best wall art personalised gift
www.notonthehighstreet.com
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Nothing says you know that special person down to a tee with a list of all their favourite things. This lovely, thoughtful gift will add a personal touch to any home environment, with a choice of five colours and up to 12 favourite things. A unique present that is sure to make them smile.
Customer review: "I was absolutely delighted with this product, it is for a gift and excited to see the reaction."
More personalised gifts ideas
Would you like to personalise your gift to your loved ones favourite hobby, foods, pets or TV shows? Take some inspiration from the list below:
Eleanor Weaver is the Deputy Homes & Garden Product Editor for Yours, specialising in home décor, furnishings and appliances. Having worked commercially on Yours magazine and Yours.co.uk for the past six years, she's previously hosted Yours Live events and loves looking for home inspiration online.