The 15 best websites for finding unique gifts

Shop independent brands at Wolf & Badger

Best for: Unique finds from small brands

Wolf & Badger is an online marketplace where small, independent brands from around the world can sell their products to a global audience. Think of it as an online department store specifically for small brands: It's a great destination to discover unique products, including handmade and artisan gifts, festive decor, and clothing for men and women. No matter the category, you're bound to find something you've never seen before, like charming cottage-core designs from Fable England (including the necklaces pictured above) or silly kitchenware from Jimbobart.

Shop unique gifts at Uncommon Goods

Best for: Fun, unusual gifts

As the name suggests, Uncommon Goods specializes in more unusual products, whether it's a "history by mail" subscription or a customized print. It even has virtual classes you can gift, ranging in topics from Parisian cocktails to astrology readings.

Shop unique gifts at Etsy

Best for: Highly specific, original gifts

Whether you want a non-corporate greeting card, a digital couple portrait, or a monogrammed wallet, Etsy probably has every gift you could possibly come up with.

Shop men's gifts at Bespoke Post

Best for: Unique gifts for men

Like Wolf & Badger, Bespoke Post is an online marketplace of small brands, but with a focus on items for men. You'll find dedicated pages of axes, knives, and tools alongside top-quality kitchenware and home decor. The brand also offers a curated subscription box, in case you'd like someone else to do the shopping for you.

Shop unique gifts at Society6

Best for: Unique gifts from independent artists

Society6 works with independent artists to create designs that can be printed on nearly everything, from pillows and shower curtains to gift wrap and clothing. You're bound to find a unique design in its collection to suit your giftee.

Shop unique gifts at Shutterfly

Best for: High-resolution photo gifts

Whether you want to create something as straightforward as a photo book or as elaborate as a three-piece wall photo, Shutterfly is one of our favorite places to make custom gifts out of photos. The photo editor is incredibly simple to use — all you need is high-res photos to upload. 

Shop unique gifts at Zazzle

Best for: Illustrated gifts

Similar to Etsy, Zazzle carries both pre-designed products by vendors as well as templates for you to collaborate with artists on. The gift options get very niche and specific, too, ranging from nautical beer koozies to personalized felt notebooks. 

Shop unique gifts at Greetabl

Best for: Fully customizable gift boxes

Using Greetabl's simple gift builder, you can craft a custom gift box in minutes by selecting everything from the packaging to what goes inside. You can choose from an assortment of things like candles, candy, skincare products, gift cards, and other small trinkets like keychains or socks.

Shop unique gifts at Thoughtfully

Best for: Sleek, beautiful gift boxes 

Thoughtfully (formerly Knack) offers an incredible variety of beautiful gift boxes for all occasions, whether you're celebrating a birthday or honoring a colleague.

Shop unique gifts at the MET Museum Store

Best for: Arty, curated gifts

The Metropolitan Museum of Art boasts one of the best art collections in the world, so it's no surprise that its gift store offers an equally curated array of gifts at surprisingly affordable price points. You'll find beautiful, arty gifts for all ages, including jewelry, homewares, and coffee table books.

Shop unique gifts at Goldbelly

Best for: Gifts for foodies

Rather than offer gift baskets of snacks, Goldbelly ships regional foods all over the country, whether it's Maine lobster rolls or Nashville BBQ. If you don't want to send food directly to the recipient, you can also opt for a simple gift card and let them pick what they're craving.

Read our review of Goldbelly here.

Shop unique gifts at Mark & Graham

Best for: Tastefully monogrammed gifts

For a high-quality gift with a touch of personalization, look no further than Mark & Graham. The brand can monogram anything from custom leather handbags to cheeseboards, making a genuinely useful gift a little more special.

Shop unique gifts at Personalization Mall

Best for: Maximum gift personalization 

Personalization Mall fits its name perfectly: it offers a wide array of products — from blankets to wind chimes — you can customize with someone's name, photos, or a special message.

Shop unique gifts at Minted

Best for: Stationery and wall art

Whether you want a simple, cute greeting card or a pretty custom puzzle, Minted has both already-made stationery and home decor as well as some customization options. It's also great for specific collections, such as wedding gifts and Disney art.

Shop unique gifts at Goody

Best for: Easy, one-off gifts

Goody makes it easy to order gifts without slyly having to ask for someone's address — all you need is their phone number or email. It also covers an incredibly broad range of gifts, from famous desserts to pickleball gear.