What Do You Buy For The Person Who Has Everything?

We all have that friend who seems to have everything and needs nothing. That's fine, but when we want to buy a gift for their special day or the holidays, shopping can become a lot more complicated. Traditional gifts revolve around necessities, and for the person who has everything, this may not translate into a practical option.

So the question is: is there a gift that is truly unique (and affordable) that will make your friend or family member beam with joy when they open it? The secret to finding the ideal gift is thinking outside the box. Since they already seem to have all they need and more, think of something they would never think of buying but you know they would secretly love.

To help you get your creative wheels running, here are some crazy yet one-of-a-kind gifts you can choose from.

mBerry Tablets to Alter Taste perception

Don’t worry, we are not talking about anything illegal here, but these pills give you a taste of a whole new world. The tablets are derived from natural berries and work by binding to your taste buds and playing tricks on your brain.  These tablets are an excellent gift for that goofy friend who loves to try something new. The pills will turn sour foods taste sweet, spicy foods sugary and beer like Kool-aid. How’s that for a gift?!

Smart Picture Frame

Ideal for the techy person or even those not so techy, a smart frame Is a pretty cool item. It looks like a regular photo frame but is a screen that you can connect to your social media accounts and share photos and videos.  The frame has a 1280 x 800 resolution that automatically adjusts to portrait or landscape placement. It even has a motion sensor that automatically turns the frame on or off when you enter/exit the room.

Take a Trip down Memory Lane

For those older friends, why not give them the gift of a lifetime by collecting items they would have used or eaten when they were younger. If you are in the same generation, this may not be that difficult. Make a basket of the candies, junk-food, biscuits that you had in your childhood. Without a doubt, this will be one of the most memorable gifts they have ever received.

A time Capsule

This may sound like something for children but think about it: with technology advancing at a rate that we can’t keep up with, a lot of things may soon be obsolete. Why not get together and place in the time capsule things you cherish and a few years into the future you might be laughing at the time when we used smartphones!

A One Minute Beverage Cooler

Does your buddy love a cold beer or coffee but is always on the go? Make life easier by gifting him with a  Hyper Chiller Beverage Cooler. Selling for only $30 on Amazon, this unique gadget can turn any beverage from room temperature to ice cold in just one minute. The more cooling works with all types of coffeemakers with no problem and all parts are dishwasher safe!

A smart Indoor Herb Garden

If you have a friend who is always in search of fresh herbs and loves to cook but lives in an apartment and can't plant, this gift could be the perfect one. The smart herb garden has everything they will need to plant their favorite herbs or spices indoors successfully. The LED light on top of the garden ensures that their plants thrive. Upon purchase, the garden will already have basil cartridges that will begin to sprout in a few weeks.

Their Name in the Stars

You may have seen this in movies, and it is very much possible. You can get that special someone a gift that will last forever- a star named after their name.  Prices start at $21, so you don't even have to spend a fortune on this gift. To make things official, the recipient will have a deed and star map handed to them after payment is made. Then, you can take them to see the night sky and point out that star that is named after them-how romantic is that?

Portable Pocket Lens

For the photographer in your life, this is a simple yet elegant gift. The two in one pocket lens be attached to the camera on their phone to improve the quality of their photos significantly. They'll be able to take full angle photos or macro shots and even more detailed photos with this small attachment to their phone.

Something Personalized

Adding that personal touch to something seemingly ordinary may be all you need to do to make your gift stand out. Think of something useful that has their initials or name engraved to show that you put that little effort to make it unique. Even simple things like a key chain, leather journal, a piece of jewellery and things like that can become very special when they have a touch of personalization.

Giant Inflatable Unicorn Pool

This is perfect for a friend who loves the outdoors, especially swimming.  The float can sit two people and is an ideal place to relax on the water while sipping your favorite drinks. The design is so outrageous it will make them laugh so hard, but they'll love you for this unique gift. The float is also sturdy and easy to inflate and deflate.

A Once in a lifetime experience

Your friend may have everything but haven't done everything. Instead of giving them some item that they'll add to their collection of belongings, why not invite them along to sample a unique experience. If you know your friend well enough, you will have a good idea of what things they haven't tried or even are afraid of trying. Why not take them white water rafting and help them face their fears? Or perhaps a hot air balloon ride? There are lots of exciting activities that work perfectly as a gift- do a little digging, and you'll have a blast together.

Day to day luxuries

Only making your recipients day easier or more comfortable can be a gift in itself.  Things like soft blankets or slipper socks or even down-filled pillows can go a long way in showing you care and you are paying attention. Is your friend one of those people who is always feeling cold? Why not gift a soft scarf. Are they the kind of person who love to nap? How about a comfy portable pillow? These little things are often neglected, and most of us never think of buying them for ourselves, so grab this chance to show you care.

Self-Sanitizing Water Bottle

If you have a friend who is all about saving the planet, frugal living and recycling, this could be a very appreciated gift. The bottle makes use of UV light to self-sanitize, so you don't have to wash it or replace it for a long time. On top of that, the bottle comes in a sleek minimalistic design anyone will love.

Hand Cup Pencil Holder

Whether the recipient loves the interior design or has a knack for writing or drawing, this simple pencil holder will be appreciated. The pencil holder features a hand-painted black holding up a cup where you can store all your pens and pencils. The simple and affordable gift will make any desk fun-looking and unique. The great thing about this gift is that it is ideal for any age from grandkids to golf-buddies-everyone will have a place to put the pencil holder.

Iron cast Japanese Teapot

Any tea lover will hold this gift dear in their hearts. The teapot is quite pricey but will stand the test of time. It comes with a stainless steel filter and can hold up to three cups of tea. If you have a friend who loves their cup of tea, you can never go wrong with this idea.

Conclusion

There you have it! These are just fifteen ideas to get for the person who has everything. There are many more creative gifts you can think of once you get an idea of what the recipient likes. The secret is being personalized and knowing what items they don't have but will be useful in their life.

Another way to go about gift searching is thinking of things that will make their lives easier or more comfortable. These don’t have to be expensive but will show that you pay attention to them and know what they lack in their lives. If getting something too unique is difficult, then you still have the option of turning an everyday item into something special by personalizing it. All it takes is taking the extra effort of embossing their names on an item to make it unique.

Whatever gift you choose to give, always remember that your motive is not to spend outrageous amounts of money on an item but to show that you care even with the frugal-living-in-retirement-how-to-make-it-work simplest of gifts.