27 Great Gifts for the Freshly Minted Graduate

Upgrade his plain ol’ pen and pad with this smart notebook set that will help keep him extra organized.

An affordable fountain pen is an everyday luxury that we’re really fond of. For us, it’s got to be a Lamy Safari. If he’s going off to college or grad school, it’s great for notes. If he’s getting a real job, it signs checks just as well.

If he’s got a far-flung graduation trip planned, a leather duffel bag is a lot more versatile, and a lot better looking, than a roll-y carry-on.

A quality leather passport cover that won’t fall apart after a gap year is a good gift. This one from Lucchese will last him a lifetime.

If you want to get him into the luxury world of fountain pens, a Montblanc Meisterstück is the perfect way to push a man in that direction.

Of course, if he needs a professional notebook, we’re going to Smythson. For me, an Evergreen is the best choice because he can buy refills for eternity.

You might think his days of sneaking liquor into places are over, but let me say: that first salary doesn’t account for a young man’s alcohol budget. He’ll have a few more years of flask carrying. I’m 26, and there’s no signs of it stopping.

Just make sure you get him something classic. Nothing beats a pewter flask from Sheffield.

He’ll lose his keys, his laptop, his luggage. With a pack of AirTags, at least he won’t call you to complain about it.

If he’s got simple style or could use a not-too-out-there upgrade, nothing is going to beat a Le Mont St. Michel work jacket. In blue, it has a classic french look. In green or khaki it looks a bit more like a field jacket. Either way, a wardrobe staple.

This is another solid cornerstone for his wardrobe.

Part of being an adult is owning a printer. This one is compact enough for however small his first apartment is—plus, it connects with the HP app so he can print photos right off his phone.

It’s the smoky, earthy scent of a grown man: rare oud wood, sandalwood, rosewood, Eastern pepper, and amber.

If he really needs a roll-y suitcase, Away makes the best cheap version.

Part of being an adult is having nice sheets. Brooklinen is the easiest first step.

A new coffee machine is the perfect mark of a new chapter. Not only will this Bambino machine help him save five bucks a day by making his coffee at home, but it’s also small enough to fit in a dorm or tiny apartment.