Welcome to Metropolitan Mama’s Christmas Gift Guide for College Students.
Below you will find clothes, shoes, decor, games, and accessories that college students are bound to love for Christmas 2024.
If the college student on your list attends a university in a rainy, snowy, or otherwise cold weather climate, consider gifting him or her with a trendy flannel shirt or a pair of waterproof boots that still receive an A+ for style. Bass Pro Shops has cozy options in both categories.
Pictured (left to right): Natural Reflections Plaid Flannel Long-Sleeve Shacket, Natural Reflections Shane Boots, Natural Reflections Veruca III Casual Boots, Natural Reflections Weekend Rewind Flannel Hoodie.
When you're flying to and from college, you learn to pack efficiently and lightly to avoid the added fee and hassle of checked bags. Our college age daughter does all of her flights with one carry-on backpack and one personal item. She didn't even check a bag for a 5-day trip to Washington DC that required professional attire for her visits to Capitol Hill. She uses a Yeti backpack (that her aunt gave her) for a carry-on and will be using the Foldie for her personal item. It's spacious, simple, and carefully designed to comply with personal item dimensions on most air carriers.
Bye-bye boring black tennis bags! Tennis slings and backpacks can be anything but humdrum and dull, a fact which is clearly proven by Oliver Thomas. The Maxed Out Tennis Sling can work for either tennis or pickleball. Plus, it's machine-washable, lightweight, and water-resistant. It holds up to two racquets/paddles and also has a separate cell phone pocket. We love that it's not too bulky and leaves your hands-free as you walk down to the campus courts!
Basic layers are an excellent go-to gift because they are certain to be worn all year long - at home, on the weekends, or even to class! Jockey has great basics that perfectly match this description. Not sure what to get a college student? You can't go wrong with a t-shirt, sweatshirt, or pajama set.
Pictured (left to right): Jockey Outdoors™ by Luke Bryan Sherpa Zip Up Hoodie, EVERACTIVE™ Short Sleeve Crew Neck Tee, Made2Fit Crew Neck T-Shirt, Flannel Sleep Shirt.
Ankle-height boots are 100% in-vogue this winter and she'll love the durability and water protection of the Fields Chelsea Boot by Chaco. Although they offer all-day comfort and "all grip, no slip" traction, they're also indisputably stylish. Easy to dress up or down, she'll be able to wear these to class, to interviews, or to her part-time job - especially in rainy, sleety, snowy, or slippery weather.
Athletes and fitness fanatics will go crazy over the Wingman Recovery Comfort Slides by Oliver Thomas. These lightweight, stretchable, machine washable knit and mesh fabric upper slides are a dream for your feet after working out or a weekend tournament. Designed by a podiatrist, they're specifically designed to relieve plantar pressure. Perfect for lounging in the dorm or wandering around campus!
If your college student is participating in an EMT/EMS, Law Enforcement, or Forestry course or program, take a look at 5.11 for your Christmas 2024 gifts. The brand offers durable, work-ready apparel and gear options for a variety of tactical and emergency circumstances.
Pictured (left to right): Stryke Women's EMS Pant, Women's Duty Softshell Jacket, Duty Rain Cap.
Skechers' Hands-Free Slip-In sneakers are designed with a unique Comfort Pillow™ in the heel that allows you to slide them on and off with ease. Comfortable + Casual = a match made in heaven for college students.
Pictured: Skechers Slip-ins: Jade Put It In Neutral. ALSO: Take a look at these Max Cushioning Slip-Ins for Men - excellent arch support and available in extra wide!
Our older girls both requested tinted sunscreen after a recent visit to the dermatologist. In fact, the dermatologist specifically recommended the EltaMD Skincare line for teens and young adults.
EltaMD's tinted sunscreens are a great alternative to foundation because they provide a great natural glow while offering the added benefit of sun protection and deep hydration.
She'll be poised to bring back retro transportation around campus with skates by Roller Derby! Available in a wide variety of fun patterns and nostalgic colors, Roller Derby offers skates in sizes 3-13 for both indoor and outdoor use. Need to get to class in a jiffy? Roller Derby's got you covered. Skates are also a great fitness option for use near the beach, at parks, or even at the local roller rink!
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Some of the products in the list below were sent to us to try. Other products are ones that we purchased ourselves or were given by family members and friends. Know that I will always provide both the pros and cons of each featured product.