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It's the most wonderful time of the year: All your besties away at school are coming back home for the holidays! But finding a gift for friends in college can be tricky. (Since when did staying ahead of the trends get so complicated?) No worries, we've got you covered. Here are some gift ideas that your friend in college will love...

Candles

There's something about a scented candle that screams holidays, and college students can agree. Candles are the perfect holiday gift that can make any study session more relaxing. For a personalized touch, get your bestie a Homesick Candle in the scent of her OG state.

Weighted blanket

@balooliving

An extra blanket is always a must when the weather gets cold. Weighted blankets are known for helping you get a better night's sleep, and college students *really* need it this time of year. Give them a gift that will keep them counting sheep. 

Fairy lights

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Dorms can feel suffocating—a few strings of fairy lights are the perfect thing to help brighten it up! Put them in the living room, bedroom or even kitchen. Twinkly lights are the perfect dorm decoration, no matter the time of year.

Hot chocolate bombs

@hotchocolate.bombs

Everybody likes a hot beverage in the winter. Hot chocolate bombs are an easy and less messy way to make hot cocoa. Simply warm your milk and drop one in. The chocolate will melt, leaving you and your bestie with delicious, marshmallow-filled cocoa.

Reusable coffee cup

@starbucks

A reusable coffee cup is an on-campus must. Easy to wash and take to all of their classes, a reusable coffee cup is a great gift for your college bestie. If you want to take the gift up a notch, throw in a Starbucks gift card. 

Tell us your best gift ideas on Twitter @girlslifemag!

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by Grace Transom | 12/18/2022