Although I'm an avid book reader [1], I find a special kind of relaxation in the pages of a magazine. I love flipping through a thoughtful curation of profiles, personal essays, editorial spreads, and think pieces that keep me engaged and endlessly inspired.
If you're shopping for someone who has many magazine subscriptions like me, the selection ahead will give you plenty of exciting gift ideas [2]. Whether it's a magazine rack to store their precious belongings, a blanket to snuggle up in while reading, or a notebook to jot down their thoughts, your magazine-loving friends will adore these gifts.
The Change Issue
I am an avid reader of Kinfolk magazine, and The Change Issue [4] ($18) is one of my favourites.
The New York Times Magazine Photographs
The New York Times Magazine Photographs [5] ($40) will be an inspiring read, especially to people with an interest in creating with cameras.
Dwell Magazine Subscription
Interior-design-lovers will appreciate this Dwell Magazine Subscription [6] ($20, originally $48).
Vision & Justice — Aperture Magazine
The Vision & Justice — Aperture Magazine [7] ($25) addresses the role of photography in the Black experience and makes for an enlightening read.
Natural Bolga Nesting Basket
This sustainably made Natural Bolga Nesting Basket [8] ($68) is as much a beautiful piece of decor as it is a magazine holder. Handwoven from elephant grass by women weavers in Ghana, this multipurpose object is the gift that will keep on giving.
Bamboo Wrapped Rocks
These sculptural, handmade Bamboo Wrapped Rocks [9] ($78 each) will look great as paperweights on their desk or decorative objects on a stack of magazines.
Hardage Magazine Rack
If they prefer smaller magazine racks, this Hardage Magazine Rack [10] ($142, originally $300) will be a nice addition to their living room.
Yamazaki Tower Magazine Racks
These Yamazaki Tower Magazine Racks [11] ($38) are so sleek and modern.
Crwn Mag Issa Pack
For highly visual, informative, and engageing stories on the experiences of Black women, get them the Crwn Mag Issa Pack [12] ($100, originally $134).
Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet
They'll be able to read their favourite digital books or magazines on an Amazon Fire HD 8 Tablet [13] ($65, originally $90).
Cereal Magazine Vol. 9: Travel & Style
Fashion- and travel-lovers will indulge in the pages of the Cereal Magazine Vol. 9: Travel & Style [14] ($60).
In Vogue: An Illustrated History of the World's Most Famous Fashion Magazine
Not only does In Vogue: An Illustrated History of the World's Most Famous Fashion Magazine [15] ($75) make a great coffee-table book, but it's also one of the most detailed and informative reads about the editorial powerhouse.
Jungalow Hypnotic Throw Blanket
They'll snuggle up in this Jungalow Hypnotic Throw Blanket [16] ($99) while reading.
More Issues Than Vogue Mug
This hilarious More Issues Than Vogue Mug [17] ($22) will bring a smile to their face.
Thoughts & Ideas Notebook
The Thoughts & Ideas Notebook [18] ($27) will be the place to store all their brilliant ideas.