Turning 50 is a cause for celebration! If you're shopping for a loved one who's marking five decades of life, finding the perfect present can feel a bit daunting, but it doesn't have to be.
From tasty treats to stylish wardrobe upgrades, we've rounded up plenty of options to suit every type of birthday person and every budget. All that's left for you to do is actually say "Happy birthday!"
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50th birthday gifts under $25
Personalization Mall Back in the Day Personalized Oversized Birthday Greeting Card
Boring birthday cards are so last year. Help your favorite 50-year-old ring in a new decade with this oversized card that can be customized with their name and full date of birth, along with some special messages. On the cover of the card, they'll also find famous birthdays, songs, movies and sports that were popular when they entered this world.
Tony’s Chocolonely Happy Birthday Chocolate Bar
Your loved one is one of a kind, so they deserve a chocolate bar equally as unique. This one features a wrapper that can be customized and you can choose the flavor they'll love the most.
Barefoot Dreams CozyChic Socks
Barefoot Dreams, a brand known for its ultra comfy loungewear, has a treat in store for anyone seeking luxury for less. These cozy socks are available in nine colors, feature a mid-calf height and are perfect for a cozy night in.
50th birthday gifts under $50
Caroline’s Cakes Sinfully Chocolate Cake Bites
Full-sized cakes are wonderful, but sometimes you just need a little nibble. When they’re just feeling a bit peckish, these mini chocolate cake bites will hit the spot. They’re coated in ganache and dipped in dark chocolate. Yum!
Vistaprint Custom Pillow
Whether you customize it with goofy or formal photos, the birthday guy or gal will enjoy lounging with this comfy pillow. It comes in two sizes — 14-by-14 and 18-by-18 — and can be personalized with photos on one or both sides.
Dearfoams Women’s Hannah Festive Knit Clog Slipper
Slip into comfort in these cozy slippers that have a flannel lining and fleece footbed. It’s offered in nine different colors and even has temperature-regulating technology, according to the brand.
Ann Taylor Pearlized Stud Earrings
Pearls are timeless, just like them. This affordable set of pearlized stud earrings from Ann Taylor would make for a sweet and stunning gift for the birthday gal.
Lolita Happy 50th Birthday Hand-Painted Wine Glass
Wine not?! Your favorite 50-year-old will feel a jolt of glee each time they sip from this festive hand-painted wine glass. The colorful design features balloons and confetti to help them keep the celebration going long after their birthday has passed.
Bath and Body Works Perfect in Pink Gift Set
A 50th birthday is the perfect occasion to treat yourself to some TLC. This gift set comes with everything the birthday gal needs to be "pretty in pink," including a fragrance mist, shower gel, body lotion and hand cream.
Coolibar UPF 50+ Unisex Lenny Sport Cap
Perfect for both guys and gals, this unisex baseball hat comes in six colors and features an internal mesh sweatband to keep you cool. The elastic cord and back toggle make adjusting the size a breeze, and the UPF 50+ material boasts sun protection!
Maurices Heart Open-Front Cardigan
Show your love for the birthday gal with this soft cardigan that has pink hearts all over. If she prefers to keep it neutral, there’s also an option with black hearts. It’ll be perfect for any upcoming Valentine’s Day plans, too!
GourmetGiftBaskets.com Birthday Oreo Cookies
Birthdays are sweet, but this box of Oreo cookies is even sweeter. The delicious set comes with 14 cookies dipped in Belgian chocolate and decorated with white chocolate letters to spell out the word “birthday.”
Yeti Rambler 20-Ounce Cocktail Shaker
Turning 50 is certainly a good excuse to raise a glass. Avid and budding mixologists alike will enjoy the opportunity to make some creative mixed drinks with this cocktail shaker. According to the brand, it's dishwasher-safe and has a leak-resistant construction.
50th birthday gifts under $100
Womaness Merry and Bright Kit
This skin care set comes with a trio of items that are perfect for women in their 50s, including a neck serum that tightens and smooths, an eye cream that brightens and smooths and reusable eye patches that hydrate.
Great Jones Little Sheet Duo
So long, boring sheet pans. These quarter-sized pans come in several cheerful colors, including pink, yellow, blue and green. They're also dishwasher-safe, according to the brand.
Associate editor Kamari Stewart has the larger version of these pans and says she can't believe she went so long without them. "Since they're so large, I love using them for sheet pan meals and meal prepping. And the fact that they're easy to clean relieves some of the stress around post-meal cleanup."
Carla Rockmore Collection Reversible Travel Shawl
Travel shawls are a wardrobe staple that can be worn in a myriad of ways. This reversible version comes in three color combinations — black and blue, purple and red or yellow and gray — and features an adorable polka dot print.
Quince Mongolian Cashmere Crewneck Sweater
After 50 years of life, the birthday guy or gal deserves the best, and this cashmere sweater offers quality in spades. It boasts 100% Grade-A Mongolian cashmere, comes in nine different colors and even has a lightweight option.
The Million Roses Single Rose
Flowers are a fabulous gift, but a rose you don’t have to water is even better. According to the brand, this preserved rose lasts at least three years with no maintenance. The flower itself is offered in 22 colors, including vibrant hues, metallics and pastels. You can also choose from six colors for the suede box it’s housed in.
50th birthday gifts worth the splurge
BedHead PJs Garden Grazing Long-Sleeve Jersey PJ Set
As you get older, you start to realize that splurging on life's basics is always a good idea. Take a cozy pair of pajamas, for instance. This set from BedHead PJs features a picnic-inspired print that's both fun and on trend!
The brand is also a favorite of Shop TODAY editors and their family: "My mom loves these pajamas!" says Beatrice Graubart, a Page on the team. Stewart, who also has a few sets of BedHead PJs, calls them "some of the softest she owns."
Uncommon Goods New York Times Custom Birthday Book
This custom birthday book has been a consistent bestseller for Uncommon Goods since it debuted in 2014, and for good reason! Personalized with their name and birthdate on the cover, the pages are filled with front covers from "The New York Times" every year since they were born. Whether they're a history buff or just love to spruce up their coffee table, they'll treasure this gift all the same.
Le Creuset Signature Everyday Pan
A cast iron pan is a cooking essential that belongs in every kitchen. This one from Le Creuset comes in an array of gorgeous colors and has a sturdy enamel coating. Other key features include ergonomic handles, slightly curved sides and even heat distribution. Plus, the brand says it's safe to use in the dishwasher!
How we chose
The Shop TODAY editors and writers search the internet to find the best products out there that would make great gifts for a 50th birthday celebration. We use our own personal experiences with products and brands to make shopping easier for our readers.
Don’t forget to check out Shop TODAY’s other gift guides to find the perfect gifts for everyone on your list including toddlers, tweens, teen girls, seniors and more.
