41 Best Christmas Gifts for College Girls 2023

The Best Christmas Gifts for College Girls. Your Ultimate Guide to on-trend & popular Christmas gifts for women in their 20s.

Shopping for a 20-something-year-old college girl!? Whether she just finished her first semester at school or recently moved into her first adult apartment, we’ve got you covered with unique and practical gifts that she’s guaranteed to love.

From trendy sneakers, colored wine glasses, the latest lululemon activewear, and innovative beauty tools, there’s something here for every girl! We even made sure to include gift options at various price points, so you can find the perfect present regardless of your budget.

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Loopy Phone Case

I love Loopy phone cases! I currently have the gold leopard case on my phone right now! Their cases feature a loop on the back, specifically designed to provide a secure grip and help prevent you from dropping your phone.

They’re especially great for college kids! Walking to class, working out, carrying books, going out with friends.. These cases make it SO easy to hold your phone and/or be hands-free at the same time. You can use code CASSIEM10 for 10% off.

Tarte TikTok Bundle

This Tarte trio includes their bestselling Shape Tape, the Tartelette Tubing Mascara, and the Maracjuca Juicy Lip Balm. If I could only use three makeup products for the rest of my life, it would be these three. I own all of them, and use them daily!

The juicy lip balm is amazing! It’s long-lasting, glides on so smoothly, and smells incredible! My go-to shade is Rose. It’s a soft pink beige!

Shark SpeedStyle RapidGloss Finisher & High Velocity Dryer

Shark Beauty recently launched their latest hair tool, the SpeedStyle RapidGloss Finisher & High Velocity Dryer! It’s a high-speed hair dryer that gives your hair a silky smooth finish with no heat damage and 6x less frizz!

It dries your hair incredibly fast and comes with three different attachments: the RapidGloss Finisher, the QuickSmooth brush, and the Turbo Concentrator.

HP Sprocket Portable 2×3″ Color Photo Printer

With the HP Sprocket portable printer, she can now print photos from her phone whenever she wants! There’s no need for a bulky printer or ink cartridges. The HP Sprocket is pocket-sized, so it’s perfect for the dorms or her apartment.

Cosmetics Storage Organizer for Vanity

The perfect Christmas gift for the makeup lover in your life! This cosmetics storage organizer will allow her to neatly store and display all her makeup, skincare, and beauty products. She can use this in her dorm room, apartment bedroom, or bathroom.

Satin Long Pajama Set

I’m obsessed with Victoria’s Secret sleepwear. Every Christmas, I buy myself a new pair and these are truly the BEST. There’s something about a Satin Sleep Set that just makes you feel like you have your entire life together.

I love this deep shade of Royal Blue, but there are a variety of colors to choose from. And if you’d prefer shorts, the VS Satin Short Pajama Set is just as luxurious.

Seamless Long-Sleeve Squareneck Bodysuit

If you’re in college, then you know you can never have too many bodysuits! Bodysuits are a staple in my personal wardrobe. They’re so easy to style and can be worn with virtually anything.

This seamless long-sleeve squareneck bodysuit is one of my favorites. It’s so stretchy and soft, and universally flattering. I love that it can be worn day or night and dressed up or down. Here’s a reel that I shared recently styling this bodysuit.

I’ll also link a short-sleeve version of this black bodysuit here! I own this one as well and I wear it constantly!

LUXE Pickleball Paddles

LUXE has the cutest, most aesthetic pickleball paddles I’ve ever seen! There are so many fun and girly designs to choose from. I own both their Heart paddle and their Checkered Flower paddle.

Pickleball is such a fun and easy game to pick up. Plus, it’s a great way to get your college friends together, talk about your day, and work up a sweat!

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Abercrombie Ultra High Rise 90s Straight Jeans

If you’re a loyal Sunday Mimosas blog reader, then it’s probably no surprise that Abercrombie jeans made the list of Best Christmas Gifts for College Girls. Abercrombie has a HUGE selection of denim with SO many styles, color variations, and sizes.

The TikTok viral 90s Straight jeans are one of their most popular styles. They have a tighter fit at the waist and loosen up through the thighs into a full-length leg. These jeans are versatile and can easily be styled for class or for a night out!

If you need help with sizing or choosing between Regular and Curve Love, here’s an in-depth Abercrombie Denim Guide & Review.

Light Up Travel Makeup Mirror

I don’t know what I’d do without my portable light-up makeup mirror. Honestly, I use it every single day! The mirror is rechargeable (the battery lasts a LONG time though) and has three different light settings.

It’s also foldable and lightweight so you can take it anywhere! You can take it with you when traveling back and forth between college and your parent’s house, use it to get ready in your dorm room, do your makeup in a friend’s apartment, or bring it with you to class or work to make sure your makeup and hair still look good!

Short Plush Robe

A cute plush robe is essential in college! I own both the hot pink and the black plush robe and they’re my favorite. I rotate between the two, but I wear one of them after every shower. They’re super soft and cozy and the perfect length.

I’ll also throw on my robe when I’m doing my makeup and don’t want to risk getting foundation or concealer on my outfit!

Kitsch Heatless Curling Set

The BEST heatless curling set!! It’s the perfect gift for busy college students who want to look put together, but don’t have the time. This set is really easy to use and the results are SO good. You can look on TikTok for some of the final looks!

Apple AirPods Max Noise-Canceling Headphones

I’ve done a ton of research on the best noise-canceling headphones because I also want a pair for myself this Christmas. There are seriously so many headphones on the market, so it definitely took me a while to find the top three, but these seem to be the most popular among consumers.

Overall, the Apple AirPods Max seems to be the top choice in terms of quality, comfort, crispness of sound, and noise-canceling abilities. They’re truly top-tier headphones, however, they’re also the most expensive of the three.

The Sony XM4 headphones and Bose QuietComfort 45 were also best-rated picks that are more affordable.

HOKA Running Shoes

These are some of the best running shoes for working out and walking around campus. They’re ultra-cushioned and supportive, and they come in tons of different colors.

If you want a similar, but more affordable option, the Adidas Swift sneakers are great too! They’re under $70 from Amazon.

lululemon 5mm Yoga Mat

This is one of the top-rated yoga mats this year. It’s dual-sided (smooth and grippy), durable and non-slip. It offers great support for your knees too! This is the perfect gift idea for the fitness enthusiast or yogi!

Gold Initial Necklace

If she’s been wanting a gold initial necklace, she’ll love this Kendra Scott pendant. It’s a gorgeous piece that will go great with any outfit! Here’s another great option if she loves pearls!

Nike Court Sneakers

In college, you’ll want a few different styles of sneakers. Some for working out and walking long distances across campus, some for going out that you don’t care to get dirty, and then another pair that’s cute and trendy!

These Nike Court sneakers are the perfect on-trend neutral option! They have a little bit of a platform and will match with any outfit.

Jumbo Claw Clips

Every college girl needs an assortment of claw clips. These Jumbo Claw Clips are perfect for long or thick hair! With so many other clips, my hair either doesn’t all fit or it falls out throughout the day.

The jumbo claw clip has no problem fitting all my hair and it stays in place all day long without me having to adjust it!

Gorgeous Colored Wine Glasses (set of 6)

Elevate her apartment with these beautiful colored wine glasses. They’re absolutely stunning, large (16.5 oz) and extremely durable. She can display these on her bar cart or hanging shelves in the kitchen!

They’re perfect for hosting girls’ nights, book club, Friendsgiving, you name it!

Portable Charger

If she always forgets to bring her phone charger, this stylish luggage tag portable charger is a great Christmas gift idea! She can attach it right to her backpack (or suitcase when traveling) so she’s never without a charger!

Skincare Fridge with LED Mirror

This skincare fridge is perfect for her dorm or apartment bathroom! She can store all her skincare products in here to extend their shelf life and increase their effectiveness. The skincare fridge even has a dimmable LED mirror, which she can use to get ready for class or for going out!

Cosmetics Organizer & Makeup Bag

Throughout my college years, I spent so much time traveling back and forth between my college town and my hometown. This hanging cosmetics organizer was a lifesaver. It has SO many pockets to organize your makeup brushes, full-size skincare products, makeup, haircare, etc. This organizer fits EVERYTHING.

I always kept all of my everyday essentials in this bag, so that I never had to pack and unpack when I traveled back home.

lululemon Scuba Half Zip

Guarantee, she’ll get so much use out of this Scuba half zip! She can wear it to class, over her workout sets, lounging in her apartment, going to Target, etc. It’s just a cute and comfy sweatshirt for every day!

There’s also a more affordable, under $40 option available on Amazon if you want something less pricy. There are over 15 color options to choose from.

Smiley Face Fuzzy Slippers

These are the cutest fuzzy slippers and they’re under $30 from Amazon. She can wear these while lounging around her college apartment or dorm (the floors are always so dirty)! Multiple color options are available.

Solawave 4-in-1 Advanced Skincare Wand

This 4-in-1 skincare wand combines four science-backed skincare technologies: Red Light Therapy, Facial Massage, Galvanic Current, and Therapeutic Warmth to fade blemishes, reduce dark circles, smooth fine lines & wrinkles, and de-puff your skin!

It’s the perfect at-home skincare tool that’ll keep your skin healthy, glowing and youthful!

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Full-Length Mirror

A full-length mirror is essential in my opinion! I bought mine during my senior year of college, but I wish I had bought one sooner. I still own and use my floor-length mirror daily, and I actually bought a second one for our other bedroom!

This mirror comes in all different sizes and colors! I love the gold, but you can also get it in black, grey, silver, white, and more.

rhode lip tints (set of 4)

rhode recently launched their new Peptide Lip Tints and the shades are GORGEOUS! If you haven’t heard, rhode is Hailey Bieber’s new vegan & fragrance-free skincare brand. All the products are made using high-performance, research-backed ingredients that have noticeable benefits to your skin!

Currently, her Peptide Lip Tints are all the rage on social media! The lip set comes with four beautiful shades: Ribbon, Raspberry Jelly, Toast and Espresso. If you love a glossy finish with a little tint, you’re going to love these!

CAKES Body Reusable Nipple Covers

I know this might be a weird Christmas gift to give, but I had to include CAKES on this list because they are hands-down the best nipple covers on the market. I 100% wish these were available when I was in college!

They’re made with medical-grade silicone (non-irritating), they’re washable, reusable, and grip to your skin with your natural body heat (no adhesives). CAKES are larger than your typical silicone nipple covers or pasties, so they look seamless under your tops.

They’re great to wear with tight-fitting clothes, bodysuits, backless tops, workout tanks & sports bras that have those horrible removable pads, or swimsuits! I actually just gifted these to my sister who’s a recent college grad, and she LOVES them!

Add code CASSIEMAJINSKI to your order to get an extra 10% off.

BeautyBio GLOFacial

A less expensive, at-home HydraFacial alternative! The BeautyBio GLOFacial exfoliates your skin, unclogs your pores, and removes all the gunk, dirt, and makeup from your skin. Think of it like a vacuum for your pores!

Your skin will feel so silky smooth and healthy after. I use mine about once a week and love the results!

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UGG Ultra Minis & Tasman Slippers

The Ultra Mini UGGs and Tasman slippers are some of the best Christmas gifts for college girls this year. She will get so much use out of them! The Ultra Minis are great for Fall and Winter when she’s walking to class, heading to a coffee shop to meet up with friends, or going to the library to study.

The Tasman UGG slippers are SO cute, but I’d mostly wear them inside the dorms or my apartment. Both are selling out quickly, so definitely grab a pair while they’re in stock.

Sol de Janeiro Brazilian Bum Bum Jet Set

This travel-ready Sol de Janeiro set is only $30! She’ll get the best-selling Brazilian Bum Bum Cream, body mist, and shower gel in the Cheirosa ’62 scent! It smells INCREDIBLE. Like a tropical beach vacation.

After trying this set, she’ll 100% want to buy the full-size products!

Black One-Piece Jumpsuit

I am obsessed with these one-piece jumpsuits! They’re so easy to style and can be worn out to brunch with friends, running errands, or to a pilates class. I love that you can throw on an oversized denim jacket or white button-up shirt and your outfit is complete.

6-in-1 Wireless Phone Charger, Speaker & Mirror

This 6-in-1 wireless phone charger is on my personal Christmas Wish List this year! It has so many different uses and looks so aesthetic on a bedroom nightstand. For one, it’s a phone charger. It’s also a Bluetooth speaker, a vanity mirror, an alarm clock, a night light, and a phone holder.

With all its uses, this device will help clear up clutter in your bedroom or dorm! And it’s available on Amazon Prime!

Foldable Cart with Stair Climbing Wheels

I’ve seen this collapsible rolling cart that can climb stairs all over social media and I think it would make such a great gift idea for anyone in college. You can take it grocery shopping, running errands, moving, bringing all your college stuff to and from your parent’s house, etc.

If you live in an apartment or dorm where you’re constantly using the stairs, this foldable crate is a game changer. It’ll save you so many trips to your car too!

Patchology Face Mask Set

Face masks, eye gels, and lip gels are great ideas if you’re looking for a more affordable Christmas gift or stocking stuffer! You can also add these to a gift basket if you’re putting one together and need ideas on how to fill it!

I LOVE the Patchology rosé chilled eye gels, I wear them almost every morning. They give me a boost of hydration and help me look more awake!

Crossover Flare Leggings

These crossover flare leggings are under $40 and INCREDIBLE quality!! These are similar to the lululemon and Aerie flare leggings, but I actually like these better! For one, they’re less expensive, and two, the material is SO soft and comfortable.

These leggings are by the brand CRZ YOGA, which is one of my favorite activewear brands. If you haven’t tried their original high-waisted Butterluxe leggings, they are the BEST everyday leggings!!

Leak Proof Water Bottle

This Owala stainless steel water bottle is 100% leakproof making it great for walking to class, going to the gym, and traveling! I love all the color options too. They’re so vibrant and fun!

The water bottles come in three sizes: 24 oz, 32 oz, and 40 oz. There’s also a spill-proof tumbler with a straw option!

Portable & Foldable Steamer

A lightweight and portable steamer is a useful gift that any college girl will benefit from! This one folds up for easy storage, heats up in 30 seconds, and features an anti-spill design so you won’t have to worry about leakage.

The Skinny Confidential Ice Roller

The holy grail of ice rollers. Yes, it’s a bit pricier than your average Amazon ice roller, but it’s such good quality! It’s large and covers the whole side of your face when ice rolling and it actually stays cold for longer than five minutes! I love ice rolling in the morning to help de-puff, reduce redness and inflammation, and tighten my skin!

Just a little tip if you’re new to ice rolling. Don’t roll it on your face immediately after taking it out of the freezer. Wait a few minutes so it’s not too cold and freezes your skin! You can also buy a carrying case to store it in or use a skincare fridge, so it’s not as cold.

Blue Light Glasses

With so much time spent studying and staring at a computer screen, these blue light glasses are an extremely useful gift for a college student. Plus they’re super cute and trendy! I love the pink square lenses.

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