Top 30+ New Year Gift Ideas For Everyone On Your List 2025

Ready to kick off 2025 with a bang? Start the year by showing your loved ones how much they mean to you through thoughtful New Year gift ideas.

Whether you're searching for the perfect New Year present for family, friends, or colleagues, or considering a meaningful DIY creation, this list has 30+ New Year present ideas from Personal Chic that symbolise fresh starts and new beginnings. Don’t let another year slip by without spreading some joy, now’s the time to make meaningful memories that will last!

Gift Ideas For The New Year For Family

Looking for gift ideas for the New Year that bring your family closer together? The New Years gifts below transform ordinary presents into something truly special, creating deeper connections and lasting memories.

• Personalised Family T-Shirts

The New Year is the perfect time to refresh your wardrobe, and matching personalised family t shirts are a fun and meaningful way to celebrate your family’s unity and bond. You can add a family saying, a favourite quote, or even a shared inside joke. These New Year's Day presents are easy to wear, versatile to style, and highly practical for everyday use.

New Year Present Ideas - Personalised Family New Year T-shirt

Shop Now

• Customised Family Name Sign

Why not bring a touch of charm to your home with a customised family name sign? This timeless Happy New Year gift features your family name, an established date, or a heartfelt message. It’s a wonderful way to celebrate your family’s identity and create a welcoming space for everyone.

Gift Ideas For The New Year - Personalised Welcome To The Family Metal Sign

Buy Now

• Custom Family Tree Canvas

It’s time to dive into your family’s legacy with a beautifully designed custom family tree canvas. Featuring intricate designs and personalised names, this canvas serves as a heartfelt reminder of your roots. Perfect for parents or grandparents, it symbolises love, heritage, and connection. 

New Year Gift Ideas - Personalised Family Canvas

Buy Here

New Years gifts - Personalised Family Tree Canvas

Shop Now

• Tea or Coffee Gift Sets

Looking for cosy New Year gift ideas that everyone can enjoy? Premium tea or coffee gift sets are thoughtful choices to bring comfort and warmth into the New Year. Include a mix of speciality teas or gourmet coffee blends paired with personalised mugs for a gift that’s as practical as it is delightful.

• Outdoor Adventure Gear

Encourage your family to start the year with adventure gift ideas for the New Year! Outdoor gear like camping kits, hiking essentials, or a family picnic set inspires bonding moments in nature. You should choose items tailored to your family’s interests for a practical yet exciting gift that sets the tone for a year filled with exploration. 

For added convenience, you can consider family-friendly combos from trusted brands like Decathlon or Go Outdoors.

• Personalised Doormats

Featuring your family name, a cheerful greeting, or a playful design, these personalised doormats make a warm and welcoming first impression. With a slip-resistant backing for added safety and grip, they’re perfect for both indoor and outdoor use. Durable and stylish, these personalised gifts celebrate your family’s unique personality and style, making them a thoughtful and practical New Year’s present from Personal Chic.

Family Crossword Doormat - Family Personalised Gifts

Click To Buy

New Year Gift Ideas For Friends

When it comes to friends, New Year's day presents that bring laughter or tap into their unique interests are always a win. Whether it's something funny or personal, these ideas will help you pick a present that shows how much you appreciate their friendship.

• Personalised Funny Message Mug

Research from the University of Bath (2024) highlights that personalised gifts strengthen emotional bonds and boost self-esteem. That’s why a Personalised Funny Message Mug is the perfect New Year’s gift. It captures the playful, reflective essence of the season—a time for laughter, shared memories, and meaningful connections.

At Personal Chic, you can customise mugs with your friend’s name, inside jokes, or witty New Year’s resolutions. These vibrant and unique designs add a personal touch, making every sip a cheerful reminder of your friendship all year round!

New Years Gifts - Personalised This Is Us Crazy Loud And A Lot Of Love Mug

Buy Now

• Wine Tasting Tour

Why not elevate your New Year celebrations with a wine-tasting tour? Treat your friends to a day of exploring local vineyards and sampling exquisite wines. This unique experience is perfect for creating lasting memories and indulging in a shared passion. 

Many wineries, like Denbies or Chapel Down, offer group tours and tastings to suit any wine enthusiast.

• Customised Phone Case

Is your friend’s phone case looking a bit worn out? Help them start the New Year with a sleek, customised phone case! Come to the Personal Chic website, you can choose designs that reflect their personality, whether it’s their favourite colours, a meaningful quote, or even their initials. The smart customisation feature allows you to easily add names and personal messages, making it quick and effortless to create a thoughtful, unique gift that’s perfect for the New Year.

New Year Gift Ideas - Personalised Together Forever Phone Case

Buy Now

New Year's Day Presents - Personalised Forever Besties Phone Case

Shop Here

• New Year’s Eve Survival Kit

Prepare your friends for the ultimate New Year’s Eve party with a survival kit! It can include essentials like snacks, mini toiletries, a recovery drink, and a cheeky eye mask. Moreover, you can add a playful touch with a handwritten note. This lighthearted happy New Year gift ensures they’ll start the year feeling refreshed and appreciated.

• Art Prints 

With these New Year gift ideas, you can pick traditional themes like fireworks, cosy winter scenes, or festive illustrations that evoke the spirit of celebration. The truth is, classic gifts never go out of style. They bring a sense of timeless joy, capturing the essence of the season.

• Scented Candle with New Year Message

You can set a cosy and uplifting tone for the year by gifting a scented candle featuring a heartfelt New Year’s message. You should pick soothing fragrances like lavender or refreshing citrus for a calming effect. It’s a versatile gift that can be enjoyed throughout the year, bringing light and warmth into their home while symbolising fresh beginnings.

Scented Candle Happy New Year Gift

New Year Present Ideas For Colleagues

With New Year's Day presents for colleagues, you can opt for items that boost motivation, spark creativity, or offer practicality in the workplace. These thoughtful ideas are perfect for supporting your colleagues’ professional journeys in the New Year.

• Personalised Mugs

A personalised gift for colleague from Personal Chic is the perfect way to show appreciation uniquely. With a variety of designs, colours, and customisation options, you can add names, quotes, or even photos to make it truly special. Beyond being great for drinks, this mug can also be used to decorate their desk, adding a personal touch to their workspace throughout the year.

Personalised My Favourite Coworker Gave Me Mug

Buy Now

• Mini Desk Plant

Research published in HortTechnology (2019) revealed that introducing plants into the office significantly reduced employees’ anxiety levels, regardless of age or job type. A small desk plant, such as a succulent or potted herb, can bring a refreshing touch of greenery to any workspace. Not only do they enhance the office environment, but they also improve air quality and help create a calming atmosphere.

• Inspirational Desk Plaques

With New Year gift ideas, you should opt for uplifting quotes or personalised messages that align with their values. They can help create a positive atmosphere at work, reminding them of their strengths and goals.

Picking Happy New Year Gift With Inspirational Desk Plaques

• Customised Desk Calendars

Looking for a practical yet personalised gift? Customised desk calendars are perfect for the new year! You can add photos, quotes, or important dates, making it both useful and thoughtful. Whether it’s filled with personal memories or office milestones, it’s a great way for your colleague to stay organised while adding a personal touch to their desk.

• Customised Pen Sets

Although pens are a classic gift, adding a personalised touch makes them special. Customise with the recipient’s name or an inspiring phrase like “Believe in yourself” or “Your potential is endless.” Perfect for work, this blend of functionality and style is sure to be appreciated. 

You can consider brands like Cross or Parker for quality options.

• Desk Organiser Tray

Help your colleague keep their workspace tidy with a desk organiser tray. You need to choose one that suits their style, from sleek wooden designs to modern metal options. This practical gift helps them stay organised, reducing clutter while adding an element of elegance to their desk.

Desk Organiser Tray New Year's Day Presents

DIY New Year Gift Ideas

If you enjoy adding a personal touch to your gifts, DIY presents are a fantastic way to show you care this New Year. The value of a DIY gift lies not only in the finished product but in the love and effort you put into making it unique, making it all the more special as you start a fresh year with those you care about.

• Personalised Jars of Treats

Materials: 🍬 Sweets (chocolates, cookies, or candy); 🏷️ Decorative jar; 🎀 Ribbons and labels

How To Do:

Step 1: Fill the jar with your favourite treats, such as chocolates, cookies, or candy.

Step 2: Decorate the jar by tying a ribbon around the lid or neck of the jar.

Step 3: Attach a personalised label with the recipient’s name or a New Year’s message.

Step 4: Write a special New Year’s message on a tag and attach it to the jar for an added personal touch.

• Homemade Bath Salts

Materials: 🧴 Epsom salts; 🌸 Essential oils (lavender, eucalyptus); 🌿 Dried flowers (optional, for added scent and decoration); 🎁 Jar or container

How To Do:

Step 1: In a large bowl, mix Epsom salts with a few drops of your chosen essential oils (lavender, eucalyptus, etc.).

Step 2: If desired, add dried flowers for extra scent and decoration.

Step 3: Transfer the mixture into a jar or container, sealing it tightly.

Step 4: Add a personal note or tag with directions for use (e.g., "Add a scoop to your bath for relaxation").

New Year Gift Ideas - Homemade Bath Salts

• Scented Sachets

Materials: 🌸 Dried petals (lavender, rose, or chamomile); 🌿 Rice (helps absorb scent); 🧵 Small fabric pouches; 🎀 Ribbons

How To Do:

Step 1: Fill each fabric pouch with dried petals (lavender, rose, or chamomile) and a small amount of rice to help absorb and spread the scent.

Step 2: Tie the pouch securely with a ribbon.

Step 3: Attach a decorative label or message to make it more personal.

Step 4: Use the sachets for drawers, closets, or even as car air fresheners.

• DIY Plant Pots

Materials: 🪴 Small plant (succulent or herb); 🖌️ Paint (acrylic or spray paint); 🍂 Pot (clay, ceramic, or terracotta)

How To Do:

Step 1: Paint the plant pot with your chosen colours. Allow the paint to dry completely between coats.

Step 2: Once dry, plant a small succulent or herb in the pot.

Step 3: Add a decorative touch, such as pebbles or moss, on top of the soil to give it a finished look.

Step 4: Attach a small note or tag with care instructions, such as "Water weekly" or "Keep in a sunny spot."

New Year Present Ideas - DIY Plant Pots

• Handmade Greeting Cards

Materials: ✂️ Cardstock (heavy-weight paper); 🖍️ Markers, stamps, and embellishments; ✉️ Envelopes

How To Do:

Step 1: Cut the cardstock to your desired size for the card.

Step 2: Use markers, stamps, or embellishments to decorate the front of the card with a personal message.

Step 3: Write a special note inside the card.

Step 4: Seal the card in an envelope, and you're ready to share a heartfelt New Year wish.

• Homemade Jam or Marmalade

Materials: 🍓 Fruit (strawberries, oranges, or mixed berries); 🍯 Sugar; 🍋 Pectin; 🏺 Mason jars

How To Do:

Step 1: Wash and chop the fruit into small pieces.

Step 2: Cook the fruit with sugar and pectin according to your jam or marmalade recipe until it thickens.

Step 3: Pour the mixture into sterilised mason jars while still hot.

Step 4: Seal the jars and add a decorative label with the date and flavour.

Step 5: Allow the jam to cool completely before gifting it.

Gift Ideas For The New Year - Homemade Jam or Marmalade

Happy New Year Gift That Symbolize Hope And Fresh Starts

New Year gifts aren’t just for everyday use, they can also be a symbol of new beginnings and positivity. Show your loved ones that you wish them success and happiness with New Year gift ideas that inspire growth, hope, and a fresh start for the year ahead.

• Inspirational Books

Start the year on a positive note with an inspirational book for book lovers. Whether it’s a motivational memoir or a self-help guide, books can offer fresh perspectives and spark personal growth. 

• Customised Vision Board Kits

Are you seeking for a creative way to help someone set their goals for the New Year? A customised vision board kit is the perfect gift. It provides all the supplies needed to visualize dreams and aspirations, making it easier for them to focus on the year ahead with clarity and motivation.

Customised Vision Board Kits Happy New Year Gift

• Motivational Quote Prints

Brighten up any space with motivational quote prints that inspire hope and positivity. Customised with uplifting messages, these prints can be displayed in a home or office as a constant reminder to stay focused and embrace new opportunities. A meaningful gift to encourage a fresh start in the new year.

When selecting, make sure the size and design suit the recipient's space and style.

• Rejuvenating Skin Care Set

If you're looking for the perfect New Year gift ideas for a woman, this rejuvenating skincare set is a must-have. Packed with nourishing ingredients, it helps refresh and revitalise the skin, providing a moment of self-care to start the year right.

Be sure to understand her skin type before choosing the right products. If unsure, opt for sets suitable for all skin types and consider purchasing from reputable UK websites like Boots or John Lewis for quality and variety.

• A New Watch

A new watch is not just a practical gift but also a symbol of new beginnings. With the start of the New Year, this timeless accessory can serve as a reminder to make the most of every moment. 

For men, you can consider brands like Tag Heuer or Seiko for sleek, stylish designs. For women, Daniel Wellington or Michael Kors offer elegant, personalised options to make this gift even more special.

New Watch For New Year's Day Presents

• New Yoga Mat

A new yoga mat is the ideal gift to help someone kick-start their fitness journey. Whether they’re new to yoga or seasoned practitioners, a high-quality mat can enhance their practice, offering both comfort and stability as they embrace the year ahead.

By now, you’ve probably found the perfect New Year gift, right? Personal Chic hopes these New Year gift ideas will inspire your celebrations. Whether for family, friends, or colleagues, remember that the most meaningful gifts are those that come from the heart and show how much your loved ones mean to you.

Happy shopping and here’s to a fantastic start to 2025!