Not Sure What to Get a Recent Grad? These 20 Gifts Are Top-Tier

By Melody McGill / May 5, 2025 / Fashion & Beauty / 2 minutes of reading

In May, I will officially be two years post-grad. (Scary, I know.) To celebrate, I decided to lend my services to you and round up the best gifts from Bloomingdale’s for graduates. When I was about to walk across the stage and enter the rest of my life, the best gifts, in my humble opinion, were the ones I could take with me into the next chapter and beyond. I’m talking about timeless jewelry that impresses no matter the occasion, classic investment bags, and watches that will become family heirlooms. Ahead, find my curated edit of top-tier gifts for new graduates, courtesy of Bloomingdale’s.

Timeless Jewelry

Classic brands such as Roberto Coin, Sydney Evan, David Yurman, and more have the prettiest jewelry, and it’s all available at Bloomingdale’s.

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Bloomingdale’s Fine Collection

Certified Lab Grown Diamond Stud Earrings in 18k White Gold

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Certified Lab Grown Diamond Bezel Pendant Necklace in 18k Yellow Gold

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Diamond Tennis Bracelet in 14k White Gold

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Roberto Coin

18k Yellow Gold and Diamond Initial Love Letter Pendant Necklace

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David Yurman

Classic Cable Bracelet in Sterling Silver With 18k Yellow Gold, 4mm

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David Yurman

Pearl Stud Earrings in Sterling Silver With Pearls and Diamonds

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Moon & Meadow

14k Yellow Gold White Topaz Round & Baguette Horseshoe Charm Pendant

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Sydney Evan

14k Yellow Gold Freshwater Pearl & Diamond Daisy Charm Necklace

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Roberto Coin

18k Yellow Gold Verona Love by the Inch 5 Station Flower Diamond Necklace

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Bloomingdale’s Fine Collection

Diamond Pavé Sunray Heart Pendant Necklace in 14k Yellow Gold

Heirloom Watches