These Early-2000s-Inspired Gifts Are So Fetch, Even Gretchen Wieners Would Agree
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. The aughts were all about the sleepovers, music, fashion, and beauty scene. We're talking about the days of *67ing your friends, blasting "Complicated" by Avril Lavigne 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 ($12)?
Warm Vanilla Sugar Fine Fragrance Mist
The gym locker rooms were always filled with the scent of Warm Vanilla Sugar Fine Fragrance Mist ($16).
That '70s Show Logo T-Shirt
Pick a loved one up this That '70s Show Logo T-Shirt ($10, originally $12) and they'll never take it off.
Soft-Drink-Flavored Lip Smackers
Mmm, these soft-drink-flavored Lip Smackers ($11) taste good, too.
Camo Cargo Pants
Avril Lavigne wore camo cargo pants, so we all wore camo cargo pants ($34).
Hollister Logo Hoodie
Yes, believe it or not, the Hollister Applique Logo Hoodie ($45) is still sold to this day.
Mad Libs
Hellooo, they gotta have Mad Libs ($5); it's a sleepover must!
Lisa Frank Coloring Books and Stickers
It doesn't matter how old they are, this Lisa Frank Coloring Book and Stickers Super Set ($10) won't disappoint.
Adidas Samba Sneakers
The Adidas 2018 Samba Recon LT Black Gum Sneakers ($75) are the best sneaks on the market.
Pleated Miniskirt
It doesn't get much minier than this pleated miniskirt ($10-$16).
Ripped Flare Jeans
We loved wearing ripped flare jeans ($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 ($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 ($15) game.
Popcorn Top
It may be a bit itchy, but we all wore a popcorn top ($30) for fashion purposes.
Roll-On Body Glitter
Bring on the roll-on body glitter ($8); you can never be too sparkly.
Kodak FunSaver
They'll get all the feels when they open up this Kodak FunSaver ($15) single-use camera.
Livestrong Wristband
Just in case they didn't save theirs, this Livestrong wristband ($6) is here to make up for it.
True Religion Becca Bootcut Jean
The True Religion Becca Bootcut Jean ($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 ($20).
Snap Hair Clips
We're here for these snap hair clips ($5, originally $6), both then and now.
Levi's Bermuda Shorts
Is it weird that we love these Levi's Bermuda Shorts ($32) even today? Don't @ us.
Knit Poncho
Because a knit poncho ($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 ($20, originally $40).
Legally Blonde
Legally Blonde ($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 ($7).
High-Waisted Jean Skirt
The high-waisted jean skirt ($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 ($16) into the mix.
Combat Boots
You can't have that classic scene look without a pair of combat boots ($50).
Razor Scooter
We'd love to cruise around on this Razor scooter ($49, originally $75) — they're so fun!
Soffe Shorts
We could roll the waist of these Soffe shorts ($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 ($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 ($14)?
Hollister Polo
Whether it was a Hollister ($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 ($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 ($200) boots.
Backless Halter Top
It doesn't get much better than this backless halter top ($10-$13).
Mid-Rise Boot-Cut Jeans
The best part about the Miss Me Curvy Mid-Rise Boot Stretch Jean ($109) is its decorative pockets.
Baby Phat Tank Top
Can anything top this Baby Phat Diamond Kitty Tank Top ($30, originally $40)?
Heelys Pro 20 Sneakers
There was nothing better than whipping out a pair of the Heelys Pro 20 ($55) sneakers as kids.
Gelly Roll Pens
Who doesn't remember writing their crush's name over and over again with Sakura Gelly Roll pens ($11)?
Puka-Shell Necklace
It might as well have been a crime to not wear a puka-shell necklace ($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 ($27, originally $34)?
Low-Rise Boot-Cut Jeans
The lower the rise, the better the jean, and this Aéropostale Low-Rise Bootcut Jean ($40) proves it.
Von Dutch Trucker Hat
We have a feeling the Von Dutch trucker hat ($49) will come back in style.
Newsboy Cap
If you don't remember, Lizzie McGuire wore a newsboy cap ($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 ($21)?
DC Sneakers
It'll be a blast from the past to receive a pair of these DC Chelsea ($60) sneakers as a gift.
Crimping Iron
Bring back the crimped-hair look with this crimping iron ($19).
Juicy Couture Floral Mirror Cameo Tracksuit
The Juicy Couture Floral Mirror Cameo Tracksuit ($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 ($55) would be.
Plastic Shutter Glasses
Plastic shutter glasses ($7 for 12) were totally impractical, but hey, we all loved 'em.
Butterfly Clips
Call us crazy, but these butterfly clips ($5) are coming back in style.
Claire's Hair Color Spray
The Claire's 2 in 1 Neon Blue Hairspray ($7) is packed with blue color and glitter for shimmery locks.
Choker Necklace Set
This choker necklace set ($16 for 12) is a '00s kid's dream come true.
Hair Scarf
The longer the headband, the better, and this tan hair scarf ($15) is a great example.
Dark Denim Jacket
This dark denim jacket ($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 ($6).
Lace-Trimmed Cami
A lace-trimmed cami ($9-$15) made layering clothes even better.