12 Creative 60th Birthday Gift Ideas To Wow Your Loved One

If someone you love will soon be celebrating their 60th birthday, here are 12 creative 60th birthday gift ideas to make their day extra special! We’ve included a mix of thoughtful physical gifts, as well as more than a few experiential gifts to help you create memories together. There’s something on this list for just about everyone. 

1. Throw them a party at the perfect venue

For our first 60th birthday gift idea, we’re suggesting that you spare the giftee some major time and effort by taking on a big responsibility. Planning a birthday party can be a stressful hassle—so why not plan it for them? 

When it comes to planning, choosing the right venue is one of the most effective ways to take their birthday bash to the next level. Luckily, Peerspace makes that incredibly easy! With tens of thousands of hourly rentals across hundreds of cities in the US, the UK, Australia, and Europe, it’s the largest online marketplace for short-term rentals, so you’re very likely to find a local venue that’s a great fit for the size, budget, and vibe of the party you’re planning. Plus, the site’s intuitive search tool, clear and up-front pricing, and detailed listings make it an especially easy and practical choice. Click here to start searching for birthday party venues near you.

2. Some extra cozy cashmere socks

Although socks aren’t typically seen as the most exciting birthday gift, giving someone a pair (or several pairs!) of the coziest cashmere socks imaginable is a totally different story. Consider these cashmere trouser socks from Quince or these classic Pantherella Waddington cashmere socks with a seamless toe. Every time your loved one pulls on these luxuriously soft socks, they’ll think of you fondly!

3. Take them out for a meal at their favorite restaurant

Particularly if your loved one is a total foodie, an excellent 60th birthday gift idea would be to take them out for a meal at their favorite restaurant. They might not want to treat themselves on a regular basis, so you can show them how much you care by treating them to an incredible meal yourself!

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4. Or make their favorite meal yourself

Are you a talented (or at least half-decent) cook? Make the birthday person their favorite meal, and if possible, invite their closest friends and family to join you for dinner! The caring gesture of a home-cooked meal made with love is one they definitely won’t forget. 

5. Put together a personalized time capsule

This 60th birthday gift idea involves a lot more than just running to the store and buying something. However, the extra effort is worth it because the result is an amazing way to demonstrate your appreciation and love for your soon-to-be 60-year-old! Gather letters, photos, mementos, and more from friends and family, put them in a box or container, and set a date in the future when you’ll open the time capsule together. 

6. Personalized jewelry

Instead of buying them a generic piece of jewelry, why not go with something a little more personal: a piece of customized jewelry that’s unique to them? For instance, the famous Tiffany & Co offers a variety of personalized jewelry options that’ll make for an incredibly special gift. 

7. A spa day, mani/pedis, or a massage

If the person in question has trouble slowing down and investing time and money in self-care, show them that they deserve it by taking them out for a spa day, mani-pedis, a massage, or some other form of pampering that they’ll enjoy. As a bonus, if the two of you go together, you’ll get to spend quality time with your loved one. And that’s more valuable than any gift you could give them!

8. Custom pet socks

For someone who especially loves their pet, buy them a pair of socks with their beloved cat or dog’s face on them, courtesy of FurBaby Socks. These custom socks are a total conversation starter, which means the birthday person will have even more chances to brag about their fur baby to strangers and friends alike!

9. A high-quality wallet

If they’re about to turn 60, it’s a fair bet that they have a wallet that’s seen a lot of use and built up quite a bit of wear and tear. That’s why replacing their old wallet with a beautiful new one is a truly thoughtful yet practical gift since it’s something they need to use pretty much every day. Check out Wirecutter’s list of the best slim wallets for some top-notch suggestions in a variety of materials, colors, and designs. 

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10. A gift certificate to their favorite store

If you’re unsure exactly what to buy the birthday guy or gal, but you know they love a certain store, buying them a gift certificate so they can go on a shopping spree is a genuinely meaningful gift. It’ll demonstrate that you understand what they like (while lowering your risk of buying them the wrong thing by accident). 

11. A high-end candle in their favorite scent

What about a beautifully scented candle that’ll remind them of your thoughtfulness and care every time they light it? Just make sure you buy it in a scent you know they love, as some people are picky about the smells they surround themselves with. If you’re not sure where to buy it, a candle from Diptyque is a definite splurge. However, for someone who appreciates high-end scents, it makes a fancy gift that will also last for quite a while. 

12. A kit to help them get creative

For a birthday person who likes to DIY, how about a kit to make something they enjoy? Uncommon Goods sells a variety of these kinds of kits, like a make-your-own hot sauce kit for spice lovers, a whiskey-making kit with wood chips and botanicals to add subtle flavor, and a crochet fox or penguin kit inspired by the Japanese art of amigurumi, among many others! 

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