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38 Gift Ideas for Your Perpetually Unimpressed Sibling

Savannah Smith
Published Nov 10th, 2023 8:31AM EST

Shopping for your perpetually unimpressed sibling? Are you tired of getting that annoying eye roll every time you gift them something you thought would impress them? Well, don’t worry about that, no need to look any further! Because we’ve gathered 38 gift ideas that are sure to impress even the toughest critic, say goodbye to their ‘meh’ reactions and be prepared to receive something that feels perhaps a smidge more enthusiastic.

The Best Breakfast

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Your little brother has been obsessed with crepes since he spent a semester abroad in France, but he’s always complaining that he can’t quite make them the same way. Gift him this nonstick crepe maker so he might finally be able to enjoy the “real thing” on this side of the pond.

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Make the Cut

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Your older sister started woodworking a few years ago when we all had extra time on our hands, but she’s moved on from smaller projects and is ready to take on something a little bigger. Grab her the DEWALT Miter Saw so she can start making all of those cuts with ease to tackle those big projects.

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The Good, the Bold, the Bose

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

The Bose SoundLink Micro provides that amazing Bose sound that you’ve come to love and appreciate, the sound that your sibling mentions every year when they come over and play with your speaker. Now, they can enjoy their favorite quality sound and you just might get a genuine smile out of the deal.

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Keep Up With the Meat

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

The MEATER Plus is going to win over even the toughest of siblings. It’s a brilliant way to let your brother cook up his game-day meats without worrying about missing the precious game. Now, he can pop the thermometer in and walk away until a notification alerts him that it’s ready.

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Go With a Classic

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

The adidas Samba is a classic pair of shoes that your younger brother can style with literally anything and is going to want to. He’ll be so excited to finally get his hands on such a high-quality, high-price pair of sneakers that the whole family knows he can’t afford on his college budget.

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A Great Look for Anyone

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

You can’t go wrong with a pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses. They’re high-quality, they’re durable, and they’re a classic and timeless pair of sunglasses that you can pair with anything in your wardrobe. Which is exactly why your sister has been trying to steal yours for years. Do yourselves both a favor and gift her her very own pair this year.

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Cool Down

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

The YETI Hopper Flip is a soft cooler that’s compact enough to be packed into all sorts of spaces in your sister’s car as she packs up for yet another beach day. It’s easy to carry with her anywhere she goes. She’ll love how easy it is to carry and how durable it is, designed to keep going through all of her adventures.

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Pump Up the Volume

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

The Double Shot blow dryer from Drybar means your little sister can up the volume on her hair in a matter of moments. She’s going to love being able to save time and money, which she loves, and you’re going to be able to save the holidays by pulling a smile from her usually downturned lips.

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A Scent for Anyone

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

The Santal No 33 by Le Labo is an unbelievable scent that any of your siblings can wear. It’s a very high-end item that the internet is head over heels for, and it’s one that will absolutely knock the socks off of your sibling, probably getting you a dropped jaw and a whispered “thank you” when you hand it over.

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It’s Never Too Early for a Shot

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

A shot of espresso, of course. The Nespresso Essenza Mini is a brilliant and compact coffee and espresso machine that your younger brother is going to be stoked to have. It will fit perfectly in his dorm room so he can enjoy his favorite morning cup without worrying about taking up too much precious space.

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For the Sibling With Too Many Pets

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Your older brother just seems to take on too many strays, and while you can’t do anything about that, you can help him keep his space clean. He’ll appreciate just how hard-working the BISSELL Little Green Cleaner is and how easily it lifts up pet messes and the lingering odors that come with them.

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The Best Robot Out There

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

At least your sister will think so. It’s going to save her so much time and stress. Now, she can get home to a clean apartment, no need to worry about sweeping in the evenings because the iRobot Roomba does it all for her while she’s at work. She can even program everything with the handy app.

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A Little Luxury

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Your brother is going to feel like you’ve gone out of your way to treat him to something truly luxurious when he opens this amazing towel warmer. It’s super simple to use, so even your goofy baby brother can figure it out, and it’s a super simple way to elevate his crusty apartment as best you can from a distance.

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I Scream, You Scream, We All Scream for Personalized Ice Cream

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

It’s a mouthful, sure, but it’s funny! And it’s what you can sing to your sister when you gift this to her this holiday. The deluxe 11-in-1 Ninja CREAMi quickly mixes up milkshakes, frozen drinks, ice creams, and more that can all be as personalized and customized as she and her whole family want.

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For the Chilly Sibling

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Your sibling stays cold all the time, but you can help remedy that with this compact, portable personal space heater from Amazon Basics. It’s a great buy that’ll make them feel not just seen by you but really cared for. Every time they turn it on to heat their toes, they’ll think of you.

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Mix It Up

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Your older brother has been obsessed with baking bread these days, but he needs something a little more advanced now. The KitchenAid Artisan Series 5 is more his speed, and it’s going to blow him away when he unwraps this gift – soon to be his most prized possession.

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Take It to the Max

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

If you’re really looking to impress the pants off your sister, there’s nothing quite as impressive as a pair of AirPods Max. They’re viral on TikTok right now, but not just because they’re packed with style. They’re popular because they’ve got some of the highest-quality speakers with sound that impresses even the experts.

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Your Teenage Sister Will Be Shocked

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

She didn’t realize you could be so cool. But you can prove her wrong with these no bend hair clips. They’re stylish, they’re cool, and they’re just the sort of thing that your teenage little sister wouldn’t expect you to get for her, which is why you’ve got to get them. Wipe the ‘meh’ look right off her face.

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For Your Coffee Snob Brother

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

It’s okay; we’re all snobs about something, but since your brother is a snob about things like espresso and coffee, he’s going to love the Bialetti Moka espresso maker. It’s designed in the Italian way, with a cast aluminum body. Just be sure not to wash it – the Italian way is to season it.

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Keep an Eye on Fido

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

The Furbo 360° camera doesn’t just let your brother keep an eye on his furry friend while he’s gone, it also lets him talk to Fido, and even toss him a treat when he’s a good boy. It’s the sort of buy that might actually get a little tear from your brother’s eye when he opens it.

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Brew It Cold

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Your sister is obsessed with her morning cold brew, but she’s also trying to save a little money. Show her that you pay attention to everything she says and give her this OXO cold brew maker that creates up to 32 ounces of tasty, smooth brew that she’ll love sipping on.

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Start a Fire

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

A controlled fire, of course. This tabletop firepit is a great way to impress your older brother who’s always looking for cool gadgets and gizmos to add to his house – anything that he can impress his guests with. And now, he can impress them with indoor s’mores in any season.

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For the Green Thumb

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

There’s one in every family, and your older sister is yours. She loves to plant and putter around in her garden, but lately, she’s been thinking about trying to grow more indoors. Surprise and delight her with this awesome AeroGarden kit. It’s a hydroponic system that will allow her to try her hand at indoor gardening easily.

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Give Them the Stars

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

You asked your little brother what he wanted for Christmas this year, and he said, “I don’t know, get me a star,” just to be funny. Well, joke’s on him because this year you’re getting him the whole night sky with this amazing galaxy projector. It’ll even provide him with some soothing white noise for sleep.

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Let It Grow

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Now, your big brother can display his favorite plants right there on his desk without having to worry about the mess from soil and watering. This beautiful hydroponic planter can hold three bulbs or clippings from his most prized possessions for everyone to see when they walk in.

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The Coolest Bucket Out There

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

The bucket hat has been one of the most iconic styles to come back from the depths of Y2K to haunt us again. And while we remember those days, our significantly younger siblings some how think it’s cool. Show them you can be cool, too, when you buy them this awesome bucket hat in any color.

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The Best Kitchen Gift

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

This year, you’re going to win the gift-giving competition because you’re going to get your sister this Le Creuset Dutch Oven. It’s something she’s been eyeing for years, but she just hasn’t been able to justify spending that sort of money on herself. The enameled cast iron is designed to last for generations, likely handed down to your niece or nephew in the future.

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A Stein for Adventurers

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Whether you’ve got a sibling that’s obsessed with Dungeons & Dragons or you’re just looking for something really cool that’s going to impress the heck out of them, the Stanley classic beer stein is a must-have. It’s designed for adventuring and for long nights drinking brews with their buds.

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A Pop of Fun

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Your older sister has been resistant to the idea of a smart home, but you know that once she takes the plunge, she’s going to love it! So, this holiday start her out slow with the Echo Pop. The focus is on the style and the quality of the speaker for streaming your favorite songs, podcasts, and more, but it still has the amazing Alexa you know and love.

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Hi, Barbie!

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Your sister has been obsessed with Barbie since you were young but with the release of the movie? She’s insufferable! She’s got all the merch, so you know you can’t get her that, but what she doesn’t have? These amazing Dragon Glassware x Barbie martini glasses. She’s going to be absolutely over the moon.

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Just a Little Spark

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

The Ember temperature-controlled mug is a genius purchase for any of your siblings! Because all of you managed to inherit your dad’s inability to finish an entire cup of coffee before it went cold. With the Ember app, they can keep it at just the right temp no matter how long it takes them to finish.

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You Can’t Go Wrong With Flowers

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Flowers themselves are not a great Christmas gift, but LEGO flowers? They’re a great grab for your brother, who’s always looking for something a little challenging. He can construct a difficult LEGO set, and then he can put them out on display to show the world his skills at assembly.

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To the Salon!

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Gift your sister the Beetles gel polish set this holiday season to show her that you know just how busy she is being a new mom. She doesn’t have time to make it to the salon, but she might have time to sit down and do her nails herself. One at a time. Between feedings and sleep.

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The Famous UGG Slides

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

You’re not quite sure why your sister is obsessed with these UGG slides, but she is, and you know that no one else is going to get them for her. These fashionable slides (really, TikTok says so) are actually safe to wear out of the house with the grip on the thick sole, so you can feel good about how much wear she’ll get out of them.

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A Shutter Bug’s Dream

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Okay, maybe not their dream, but your budding shutter bug little brother is going to love getting this Kodak film camera. Because disposables are fun, but they’re not so great for the environment, and this one can go with him from adventure to adventure, capturing all of his favorite moments.

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Stay Fit

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Your oldest brother is really into fitness, but he recently broke his fitness tracker, making now the perfect time for you to snag a Fitbit Sense 2 for him. He probably doesn’t even remember telling you he broke his, so he’ll be shocked and thrilled when you offer him a new, better replacement.

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Share the Moments

38 gift ideas for your perpetually unimpressed sibling

Your oldest sister can’t make it home very often, but she misses all of you and her nieces and nephews every time she leaves. Give her the gift of shared moments with this smart frame that allows you to simply and easily share every photo you take right when it’s taken.

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