A trip down decades past is a warm and fuzzy place to be, especially if you're shopping for someone who grew up in the early 2000s [1]. The early aughts were all about the sleepovers [2], music, fashion [3], and beauty scene [4]. We're talking about the days of *67ing your friends, blasting "Complicated" by Avril Lavigne [5] on MTV (while simultaneously wearing her famous camouflage cargo pants), throwing on a popcorn shirt and thinking you're all that, and then dousing your lips in juicy tube lip gloss for a night on the town (*cough* the mall *cough*) with friends. Almost anyone who looks back on this time will have a smile plastered on their face, which is why if you know a friend or loved one who grew up in the early '00s, these gift ideas will hit the spot. And hey, thank goodness we can shop online without using dial-up, right? Here's 61 things you should get for a friend who grew up in the early aughts.
Scrunchie Set
Because what're the old days without a good Scrunchie Set [7] ($12)?
Bath & Body Works Warm Vanilla Sugar Body Mist
The gym locker rooms were always filled with the scent of Bath & Body Works Warm Vanilla Sugar Body Mist [8] ($16).
That '70s Show Logo T-shirt
Pick a loved one up this That '70s Show Logo T-shirt [9] ($10, originally $12) and they'll never take it off.
Soft-Drink-Flavoured Lip Smackers
Mmm, these Soft-Drink-Flavoured Lip Smackers [10] ($11) taste good, too.
Camo Cargo Pants
Avril Lavigne [11] wore camo cargo pants, so we all wore Camo Cargo Pants [12] ($34).
Hollister Logo Hoodie
Yes, believe it or not, the Hollister Logo Hoodie [13] ($45) is still sold to this day.
Mad Libs
Hellooo, they gotta have Mad Libs [14] ($5); it's a sleepover must!
Hairagami
The Hairagami [15] ($7) is the perfect stocking stuffer, if you ask us.
Lisa Frank Colouring Book and Stickers Super Set
It doesn't matter how old they are, this Lisa Frank Colouring Book and Stickers Super Set [16] ($10) won't disappoint.
Adidas Samba Recon LT Black Gum Sneakers
The Adidas Samba Recon LT Black Gum Sneakers [17] ($75) are the best sneaks on the market.
Pleated Mini Skirt
It doesn't get much minier than this Pleated Mini Skirt [18] ($10-$16).
Ripped Flare Bell Bottom Jeans
We loved wearing Ripped Flare Bell Bottom Jeans [19] ($27-$37) and watching the ends tatter as they dragged on the floor.
Flared Capri Boho Gaucho Pants
Forget yoga pants, these Flared Capri Boho Gaucho Pants [20] ($20) are here to stay.
2000s Trivia by Buzzfeed
If they're a self-proclaimed 2000s kid, let them prove it with this 2000s Trivia by Buzzfeed [21] ($15).
Mean Girls
It's only appropriate to get Mean Girls [22] ($5) on DVD, because nostalgia.
Popcorn Top
It may be a bit itchy, but we all wore a Popcorn Top [23] ($30) for fashion purposes.
Roll-On Body Glitter
Bring on the Roll-On Body Glitter [24] ($8); you can never be too sparkly.
Kodak FunSaver Single Use Camera
They'll get all the feels when they open up this Kodak FunSaver Single Use Camera [25] ($15).
Livestrong Yellow Support Cancer Band
Just in case they didn't save theirs, this Livestrong Yellow Support Cancer Band [26] ($6) is here to make up for it.
True Religion Becca Bootcut Jean
The True Religion Becca Bootcut Jean [27] ($104, originally $149) is iconic for its horseshoe pockets.
Lancôme Paris Juicy Tubes
Their lips will look so sultry when they use this Lancôme Paris Juicy Tubes [28] ($20).
Snap Hair Clips
We're here for these Snap Hair Clips [29] ($5, originally $6), both then and now.
Levi's Women's Bermuda Shorts
Is it weird that we love these Levi's Women's Bermuda Shorts [30] ($32) even today? Don't @ us.
Knit Poncho
Because a Knit Poncho [31] ($20) was quite possibly the coolest accessory ever.
Legally Blonde
Legally Blonde [32] ($15) was quite possibly the best film to come out of the early '00s.
Butterfly Temporary Tattoos
Sleepovers should always consist of these Butterfly Temporary Tattoos [33] ($7), even until this day.
Women's High Waisted Jean Skirt
The Women's High Waisted Jean Skirt [34] ($18-$28) will never go out of style.
Chunky Studded Belt
Get them a long dress, make sure they layer it over their jeans, and add this Chunky Studded Belt [35] ($16) into the mix.
Lani Dance Combat Boots
You can't have that classic scene look without a pair of Lani Dance Combat Boots [36] ($50).
Razor Spark Scooter
We'd love to cruise around on this Razor Spark Scooter [37] ($49, originally $75) — they're so fun!
Soffe MJ Athletic Short
We could roll the waist of the Soffe MJ Athletic Short [38] ($5) all day long.
Friendship Bracelet
Buy a grown-up version of the friendship bracelets we wore as kids with this Angel Beaded Bracelet [39] ($8). Other options include "XOXO," "Foxy," "Moody," "Bossy," and "Bye." There's something for all your friends.
Custom Name Necklace
Was it really the '00s if you didn't have a Custom Name Necklace [40] ($14)?
Hollister Polo
Whether it was a Hollister Polo [41] ($25), Lacoste, or Abercrombie and Fitch, these signature shirts will never go out of style.
Bare Minerals Powder Foundation
We'll be honest, this Bare Minerals Powder Foundation [42] ($32) is still in our makeup bags (it's truly that good).
UGG Classic Tall Boot
Make sure they head into winter with the UGG Classic Tall Boot [43] ($200).
Backless Halter Top
It doesn't get much better than this Backless Halter Top [44] ($10-$13).
Miss Me Curvy Mid-Rise Boot Stretch Jean
The best part about the Miss Me Curvy Mid-Rise Boot Stretch Jean [45] ($109) is its decorative pockets.
Baby Phat Diamond Kitty Tank Top
Can anything top this Baby Phat Diamond Kitty Tank Top [46] ($30, originally $40)?
Heelys Pro 20
There was nothing better than whipping out a pair of the Heelys Pro 20 [47] ($55) sneakers as kids.
Twister
If you wanted to flirt, Twister [48] ($18) was the game to play.
Gelly Roll Pens
Who doesn't remember writing their crush's name over and over again with this Sakura 6-Piece Gelly Roll Assorted Colours Stardust Meteor Pen Set [49] ($11)?
Puka Shell Necklace
It might as well have been a crime to not wear a Puka Shell Necklace [50] ($10) in the summer.
Short-Sleeve Logo Tee
How would people have known where you shopped if you didn't wear a Short-Sleeve Logo Tee [51] ($27, originally $34)?
Low-Rise Bootcut Jean
The lower the rise, the better the jean, and this Low-Rise Bootcut Jean [52] ($40) proves it.
Von Dutch Classic Trucker Hat
We have a feeling the Von Dutch Classic Trucker Hat [53] ($49) will come back in style.
Newsboy Cap
If you don't remember, Lizzie McGuire wore a Newsboy Cap [54] ($4) in the opening scene of The Lizzie McGuire Movie.
Lizzie Mcguire iPhone 11 Pro Case
Speaking of Lizzie, how cute is this Lizzie McGuire iPhone 11 Pro Case [55] ($21)?
DC Sneakers
It'll be a blast from the past to receive a pair of these DC Sneakers [56] ($60) as a gift.
Crimping Iron
Bring back the crimped hair look with this Crimping Iron [57] ($19).
Juicy Couture Floral Mirror Cameo Tracksuit
The Juicy Couture Floral Mirror Cameo Tracksuit [58] ($86, originally $178) is a no-brainer must-have.
Ed Harty Panther and Roses Washed T-Shirt
What a sacred gift an Ed Harty Panther and Roses Washed T-Shirt [59] ($55) would be.
Plastic Shutter Glasses
The Plastic Shutter Glasses [60] ($7) were totally impractical, but hey, we all loved 'em.
Claire's Hair Colour Spray
The Claire's Hair Colour Spray [61] ($7) is packed with blue colour and glitter for shimmery locks.
Choker Necklace Set
This Choker Necklace Set [62] ($16) is a '00s kids' dream come true.
Tan Headband Hair Scarf
The longer the headband, the better, and this Tan Headband Hair Scarf [63]($15) is a great example.
Dark Denim Jacket
This Dark Denim Jacket [64] ($29-$39) goes with anything, even today!
Icy Blue Eyeshadow
Let's make it clear: no one leaves the house without putting on this Icy Blue Eyeshadow [65] ($6).
Lace Trimmed Cami
The Lace Trimmed Cami [66] ($9-$15) made layering clothes even better.