It is a day in which, in theory, the world becomes their oyster… they look for new pastures… they become adults: it is the milestone and the magical age of 21.
Madonna has been there. Also Brad Pitt. Cheryl Cole. President Obama. Also Mother Teresa. William Shakespeare. Albert Einstein…
Most of us know the famous rhyme: ‘I’ve got the key to the door, I’ve never been 21!’ When someone turns 21, he or she is expected to fledge the nest and leave the parent’s castle to find their feet elsewhere.
For anyone reaching this age, it’s a bit unexpected to be labeled ‘adult’.
One minute they like dinosaurs and dollhouses, the next they want to go around the world or go to college. The 21st Birthday phenomenon denotes the beginning of adult life and the freedom it brings.
When we were very young, even a teenager seemed to be Bruce Forsyth’s age, and as for our parents, we assumed they were at least 102 years old.
But as we get to the big ‘2-1’ ourselves, we begin to understand that our parents aren’t really that much older than us.
Regardless, commemorating the occasion with unique 21st birthday gifts is a tradition that will last forever. So naturally, family and friends want to gift the 21-year-old with special 21st birthday gifts.
If you’re from the older generation, you know it’s not easy coming up with 21st birthday gift ideas. While you’re figuring out how to turn on your mobile phone, they’re talking about the latest gadgets and gizmos.
Luckily, there are bags of 21st birthday cards and gift ideas out there, perfect for your kids, grandkids, nieces, nephews, or whoever you’re celebrating this year.
gifts for her
As Marilyn Monroe sang, “…diamonds are a girl’s best friend,” so what better gift for her than engraved jewelry? A linked hearts keyring or silver bracelet will be a big hit, and her own personal message engraved in the silver is the icing on the cake.
And of course, everyone knows that chocolate will win a girl’s heart. So how about delivering a fun and edible message on her big day with a candy bar, personalized with her name?
gifts for him
Don’t waste any more time racking your brain with ideas for her 21st birthday! From personalized champagne and vodka bottles to realistic appearances on the cover of your favorite magazine, you’re sure to be a winner. Is that 21 year old rookie the outdoor daredevil type? So, a day of memorable experience is named after him. Gift it with an exciting day on the water… diving… sailing on an ocean-going yacht… or riding the waves like a professional surfer…
There’s a veritable Aladdin’s cave of gifts waiting to be unearthed online: gifts that will make you wish you were 21 again!