A trip down decades past is a warm and fuzzy place to be, especially if you're shopping for someone who grew up in the early '00s [1]. The aughts were all about the sleepovers [2], music [3], fashion [4], and beauty scene [5]. We're talking about the days of *67ing your friends, blasting "Complicated" by Avril Lavigne [6] on MTV (while simultaneously wearing her famous camouflage cargo pants), throwing on a popcorn shirt and thinking you're all that, and then dousing your lips in juicy tube lip gloss for a night on the town (*cough* the mall *cough*) with friends. Almost anyone who looks back on this time will have a smile plastered on their face, which is why if you know a friend or loved one who grew up in the early '00s, these gift ideas will hit the spot. And hey, thank goodness we can shop online without using dial-up, right? Here's 61 things you should get for a friend who grew up in the early aughts.
Scrunchies
Because what're the old days without a good scrunchie set [8] ($12)?
Warm Vanilla Sugar Fine Fragrance Mist
The gym locker rooms were always filled with the scent of Warm Vanilla Sugar Fine Fragrance Mist [9] ($16).
That '70s Show Logo T-Shirt
Pick a loved one up this That '70s Show Logo T-Shirt [10] ($10, originally $12) and they'll never take it off.
Soft-Drink-Flavored Lip Smackers
Mmm, these soft-drink-flavored Lip Smackers [11] ($11) taste good, too.
Camo Cargo Pants
Avril Lavigne [12] wore camo cargo pants, so we all wore camo cargo pants [13] ($34).
Hollister Logo Hoodie
Yes, believe it or not, the Hollister Applique Logo Hoodie [14] ($45) is still sold to this day.
Mad Libs
Hellooo, they gotta have Mad Libs [15] ($5); it's a sleepover must!
Hairagami
The Hairagami [16] ($7) is the perfect stocking stuffer, if you ask us.
Lisa Frank Coloring Books and Stickers
It doesn't matter how old they are, this Lisa Frank Coloring Book and Stickers Super Set [17] ($10) won't disappoint.
Adidas Samba Sneakers
The Adidas 2018 Samba Recon LT Black Gum Sneakers [18] ($75) are the best sneaks on the market.
Pleated Miniskirt
It doesn't get much minier than this pleated miniskirt [19] ($10-$16).
Ripped Flare Jeans
We loved wearing ripped flare jeans [20] ($27-$37) and watching the ends tatter as they dragged on the floor.
Capri Boho Gaucho Pants
Forget yoga pants, these capri boho gaucho pants [21] ($20) are here to stay.
Buzzfeed 2000s Trivia
If they're a self-proclaimed 2000s kid, let them prove it with this Buzzfeed 2000s Trivia [22] ($15) game.
Mean Girls
It's only appropriate to get Mean Girls [23] ($5) on DVD, because nostalgia.
Popcorn Top
It may be a bit itchy, but we all wore a popcorn top [24] ($30) for fashion purposes.
Roll-On Body Glitter
Bring on the roll-on body glitter [25] ($8); you can never be too sparkly.
Kodak FunSaver
They'll get all the feels when they open up this Kodak FunSaver [26] ($15) single-use camera.
Livestrong Wristband
Just in case they didn't save theirs, this Livestrong wristband [27] ($6) is here to make up for it.
True Religion Becca Bootcut Jean
The True Religion Becca Bootcut Jean [28] ($104, originally $149) is iconic for its horseshoe pockets.
Lancôme Juicy Tubes Original Lip Gloss
Their lips will look so sultry when they use this Lancôme Juicy Tubes Original Lip Gloss [29] ($20).
Snap Hair Clips
We're here for these snap hair clips [30] ($5, originally $6), both then and now.
Levi's Bermuda Shorts
Is it weird that we love these Levi's Bermuda Shorts [31] ($32) even today? Don't @ us.
Knit Poncho
Because a knit poncho [32] ($20) was quite possibly the coolest accessory ever.
Tie-Front Baby-Doll Dress
Baby-doll anything is so flattering, including this tie-front baby-doll dress [33] ($20, originally $40).
Legally Blonde
Legally Blonde [34] ($15) was quite possibly the best film to come out of the early '00s.
Butterfly Temporary Tattoos
Sleepovers should always consist of these butterfly temporary tattoos [35] ($7).
High-Waisted Jean Skirt
The high-waisted jean skirt [36] ($18-$28) will never go out of style.
Chunky Studded Belt
Get them a long dress, make sure they layer it over their jeans, and add this chunky studded belt [37] ($16) into the mix.
Combat Boots
You can't have that classic scene look without a pair of combat boots [38] ($50).
Razor Scooter
We'd love to cruise around on this Razor scooter [39] ($49, originally $75) — they're so fun!
Soffe Shorts
We could roll the waist of these Soffe shorts [40] ($5) all day long.
Friendship Bracelet
Buy a grown-up version of the friendship bracelets we wore as kids with this Urban Outfitters Angel Beaded Bracelet [41] ($8). Other options include "XOXO," "Foxy," "Moody," "Bossy," and "Bye." There's something for all your friends.
Custom Name Necklace
Was it really the '00s if you didn't have a custom name necklace [42] ($14)?
Hollister Polo
Whether it was a Hollister [43] ($25), Lacoste, or Abercrombie and Fitch polo, these signature shirts will never go out of style.
BareMinerals Powder Foundation
We'll be honest, this BareMinerals powder foundation [44] ($32) is still in our makeup bags (it's truly that good).
UGG Boots
Make sure they head into winter with the UGG Classic Tall II [45] ($200) boots.
Backless Halter Top
It doesn't get much better than this backless halter top [46] ($10-$13).
Mid-Rise Boot-Cut Jeans
The best part about the Miss Me Curvy Mid-Rise Boot Stretch Jean [47] ($109) is its decorative pockets.
Baby Phat Tank Top
Can anything top this Baby Phat Diamond Kitty Tank Top [48] ($30, originally $40)?
Heelys Pro 20 Sneakers
There was nothing better than whipping out a pair of the Heelys Pro 20 [49] ($55) sneakers as kids.
Twister
If you wanted to flirt, Twister [50] ($18) was the game to play.
Gelly Roll Pens
Who doesn't remember writing their crush's name over and over again with Sakura Gelly Roll pens [51] ($11)?
Puka-Shell Necklace
It might as well have been a crime to not wear a puka-shell necklace [52] ($10) in the summer.
Abercrombie & Fitch Logo T-Shirt
How would people have known where you shopped if you didn't wear an Abercrombie & Fitch logo T-shirt [53] ($27, originally $34)?
Low-Rise Boot-Cut Jeans
The lower the rise, the better the jean, and this Aéropostale Low-Rise Bootcut Jean [54] ($40) proves it.
Von Dutch Trucker Hat
We have a feeling the Von Dutch trucker hat [55] ($49) will come back in style.
Newsboy Cap
If you don't remember, Lizzie McGuire wore a newsboy cap [56] ($4) in the opening scene of The Lizzie McGuire Movie.
Lizzie McGuire iPhone 11 Pro Case
Speaking of Lizzie, how cute is this Lizzie McGuire iPhone 11 Pro case [57] ($21)?
DC Sneakers
It'll be a blast from the past to receive a pair of these DC Chelsea [58] ($60) sneakers as a gift.
Crimping Iron
Bring back the crimped-hair look with this crimping iron [59] ($19).
Juicy Couture Floral Mirror Cameo Tracksuit
The Juicy Couture Floral Mirror Cameo Tracksuit [60] ($86, originally $178) is a no-brainer must have.
Ed Hardy Panther and Roses Washed T-Shirt
What a sacred gift an Ed Hardy Panther and Roses Washed T-Shirt [61] ($55) would be.
Plastic Shutter Glasses
Plastic shutter glasses [62] ($7 for 12) were totally impractical, but hey, we all loved 'em.
Butterfly Clips
Call us crazy, but these butterfly clips [63] ($5) are coming back in style.
Claire's Hair Color Spray
The Claire's 2 in 1 Neon Blue Hairspray [64] ($7) is packed with blue color and glitter for shimmery locks.
Choker Necklace Set
This choker necklace set [65] ($16 for 12) is a '00s kid's dream come true.
Hair Scarf
The longer the headband, the better, and this tan hair scarf [66] ($15) is a great example.
Dark Denim Jacket
This dark denim jacket [67] ($29-$39) goes with anything, even today!
Icy-Blue Eyeshadow
Let's make it clear: no one leaves the house without putting on this icy-blue eyeshadow [68] ($6).
Lace-Trimmed Cami
A lace-trimmed cami [69] ($9-$15) made layering clothes even better.
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