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The majority of my family has their birthdays in the spring. My sister’s birthday is today, my brother’s falls on Earth Day, mine is one week later, and my dad’s birthday is only a few days after mine, warranting the saying “May the 4th be with you” each year, no matter how stale it gets. Celebrating your birthday—or other events like graduations, engagements, and baby showers)—during the Coronavirus often requires some creative thinking. With all the nonphysical interactions, sending a tangible birthday gift to a friend or loved one may mean a lot more this year than in years past.
Whether you’re apart, or quarantined with someone who is on the cusp of a birthday, gifts like comfortable clothes and handwritten notes can add a little extra brightness to their birthday. Here, 13 gift ideas for all the birthdays happening while we’re at home. Consider ordering ahead of time as nonessentials are experiencing some delays.
A Fun Game
If they are quarantined with others, a fun game makes for a gift that will entertain for weeks.
Party Favors
Whether you’re apart or together, a party favor can turn the day into a birthday.
A Handwritten Birthday Note
A thoughtful, handwritten birthday note makes for a keepsake.
A Bouquet of Fresh Flowers
With so much time spent indoors, a beautiful bouquet of fresh flowers will liven up their home.
Pretty Coups
Help them celebrate in style with a new set of glasses.
Minimal Nail Polish
Whether or not you’re good at painting your nails, manicures at home are the new normal for now. Send them pretty nail shades just in time for their digital birthday party.
A Lightweight Sweater
As we spend the foreseeable future in a room temperature environment, a lightweight sweater suddenly becomes an everyday closet staple and a welcome gift.
Luxe Desk Items
Upgrade their home work space with a luxe desk item, like this leather pen holder.
Jewelry For Their Zoom Party
Help them get dressed up for their Zoom party with a new piece of jewelry.
A New Set Of Sheets
A new set of linen sheets will help welcome the warmer days ahead.
A Birthday Party-Worthy Wardrobe Staple
Instead of purchasing a trend-forward piece, opt for a wardrobe staple that they’ll have forever.
A New Pair of Running Sneakers
With plenty of workouts streaming online, and running being one of the few reasons to venture outdoors alone, a new pair of sneakers could make for a great birthday gift this year.
Comfortable Clothes Nice Enough For Zoom
As we spend days at home, comfortable clothes are key. Send them a polished outfit that’s as comfortable as pajamas for their birthday.
