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Gift card/voucher -

Stuck for ideas? A great standby is a gift voucher. But do your homework. Make sure it's redeemable at their favorite store for something they really want.

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Towels -

Towels—bath towels, hand towels, any towels, really—are always useful, and single guys will especially appreciate the gesture. Decent towels are rarely top of their must-have list!

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Bed sheets -

Similarly, bedsheets make excellent Christmas singleton gifts. Super-soft fleece bedding is always welcome.

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Electric blanket -

And for anyone living in a chillier climate, how about offering them an electric blanket?

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Flatware -

Make dinner a design statement. Flatware—spoons, forks, and serving implements used at the table—make great additions to anybody's cutlery range.

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Tickets to a movie, concert, or play -

Here's a Christmas gift idea that's always welcome: tickets to a movie, concert, or play. And hey, make it a pair so no one ends up alone in the aisle. Perhaps you could be the plus-one?

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Subscription to a magazine -

An easily overlooked idea, considering the ubiquity of the mobile device. But a subscription to a favorite magazine will have them checking their mail box with renewed anticipation!

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Homemade foodstuffs -

Gifting homemade foodstuffs serves as a uniquely personal gesture. Jams make for a wonderful option, but things like cake and bread are also popular.

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Headphones -

Your average single guy or girl is probably into music. So how about a pair of headphones or earbuds for Christmas?

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Cell phone charger -

A useful tech accessory is a phone charger. Make sure it's compatible with their make and model, of course. 

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Electric toothbrush -

A stand-alone electric toothbrush that looks good on its own is a perfect fit for someone living an independent life.

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Bath salts -

Sinking into a bath is a luxurious solo activity for rest and relaxation. And adding natural aromatic bath salts to a hot tub is one way of prolonging the pleasure.

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Luxurious bath robe -

And after that long, hot bath, what better than a soft and luxurious robe to wrap yourself in, right?

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Beanie -

How cool is a beanie? In cold weather, wearing this head-hugging brimless hat is a fashionable way to stay warm. And it looks good on guys and gals!

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Airbnb gift card -

An Airbnb gift card is the perfect way to start a journey and enjoy a one-of-a-kind travel experience.

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Jade facial roller and gua sha set -

Instead of  buying them a cream they'll never use, go for a jade facial roller and gua sha set.

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Inline roller skates -

It's a favorite solo activity, so if it's their scene, consider getting a singleton a pair to go.

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Bag of ground coffee -

Most people like coffee; it's one of the most popular drinks in the world. In fact, an estimated 2.25 billion cups are consumed every day. So it's pretty much a guarantee that delighting someone with a bag of freshly ground coffee beans is a Christmas morning winner.

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Pullover or sweatshirt featuring their hometown -

Always popular is a pullover or sweatshirt featuring their favorite city, state, or country. After all, there's no place like home.

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Smudge stick with fresh sage -

Forget those manufactured spray can air fresheners. Instead, seek out a sage bundle. This wonderful herb is bursting with refreshing notes to help cleanse even the smallest and most cluttered of spaces (a singleton's apartment, perhaps).

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Christmas gingerbread cookies -

Okay, it's Christmas and gingerbread Santa cookies are all the rage. But never underestimate the cheering-up potential these tasty and good-looking seasonal treats can have on someone living alone.

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New morning mug -

If your friend was used to sharing Christmas with a partner but now finds themself celebrating the season solo, get a handle on their new routine by offering them a morning mug. Make sure it's emblazoned with a silly message though, and not something sentimental.

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Box of chocolates -

Chocolate is a great leveler, at any time of the year in fact. But a box of candy at Christmas is always welcome, and the fancier the better!

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Netflix subscription -

Living solo can mean going out every night seeking new adventures. Or it can mean staying in and binge-watching episodes of a favorite television series. If your buddy loves the latter, a Netflix subscription with Santa's blessing is the answer.

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Guitar plectrums and thumb picks -

Playing music alone is therapeutic as well as enjoyable. If your friend is a guitarist, supply them with some extra picks and plectrums, and note what happens.

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Bottle of champagne -

Offering a bottle of bubbly is your way of making sure the recipient is ready to bring in the new year.

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Decision coin -

Stay single or get attached? Now there's a question! To help singletons decide, gift them a decision coin. Flicking this currency ends in either a "YES" or a "NO." 

Sources: (StrawPoll) (Healthline)

See also: 30 DIY Christmas decorations made with everyday objects

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