If you’re racking your brain trying to think of the best 50th birthday gift ideas, you’ve come to the right place. Once upon a time, the monumental birthday was something people dreaded but now that Gen Xers own the decade, is it really a big deal? While it may be tempting to give your aunt a 50th birthday gag gift reminding her that she’s “not that old,” we encourage you to take a beat and show some respect — the generation that brought us music videos and tech startups deserves better than that. By 50, most people have developed a strong taste for likes and dislikes, picked up some pretty specific hobbies, and developed a personal style that should make shopping for them a bit easier.
However, if you still feel clueless (that’s more of a millennial reference), we have more than a few ideas. There’s truly a gift for everyone — no matter your budget or criteria. And, for more shopping needs, be sure to check out our top gift ideas for women , men , and kids .
For those with foodie friends, check out this roundup on the tastiest treats . Or, if your loved one loves to curl up on the couch, head to our edit of the coziest gifts. Finally, for those who are obsessed with the outdoors, consider shopping our camping gift guide .
Best 50th Birthday Gift Ideas Best 50th Birthday Gift for the Music Lover: Victrola Journey+ Bluetooth Record Player Gen Xers are the O.G.s when it comes to vinyl collections.
After all, these are the folks who demanded their MTV and frequ.