25 Best 50th Birthday Gift Ideas for Men and Women 2023

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Let's hear it for all the men and women born in 1973!

When someone celebrates their 50th birthday, it's called their golden jubilee. That means, you have to go all out to celebrate the one you love when they hit the big 5-0. So, after you've planned their party or made reservations at their favorite restaurant, pick out one of these best 50th birthday gift ideas to give them.

When browsing this guide, think about their interests to find a present they'll truly love. That could be something that has to do with their hobbies, honors the year they were born or takes them down memory lane to their childhood. You'll find great birthday ideas for men and women, as well as just some top-rated items that will speak to this stage of their lives. We also chose some popular gift ideas that are readers loved in our 40th and 60th birthday roundups since 50 is the sweet spot. Everything here is also budget-friendly, so you can pick up two or three items to really wow them.

Now, just don't forget to include a 50th birthday card that they can keep and look back on during their platinum jubilee (a.k.a their 70th birthday!).

Time travel back to 1973, when eggs were only 54 cents and The God Father hit the big screen. It's a nice way to commemorate the year they were born while also having room to get a little personal since the card is blank inside.

They already know 1973 was a special year, but do they know just how special it was really? This 75-page book is packed with fun-filled facts about entertainment, politics and so much more for them to learn all about it.

Help her celebrate this major milestone with a minimalist necklace she can wear every day. Made of nylon and brass, the number of beads corresponds to the age she is turning.

Help them plan their next big trip with this Virgin gift card which can be used to book plane tickets, hotels and even activities. Plus, it'll be delivered right to their inbox, making it the perfect last-minute gift.

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The adjustable bracelet features four adorable charms, including a wine glass. There's also a cuff-version that's a little more subtle. "Gave to 3 of my friends and myself for special 50th birthday trip to Aruba. They loved them," one Amazon reviewer wrote.

A nice wallet is always a good gift idea. This one, which is a best-seller on Amazon, comes in so many colors and styles. It can hold his cash and cards (up to 12), but is still compact. It's also RFID blocking for extra security.

Each pearl represents the decades they've been through. As if the necklace itself wasn't enough, it comes in this ready-to-gift box that has the sweetest message.

Made him LOL when he reads what on these golf balls. Three come in a set, and would be ideal to part with a top-rated indoor/outdoor putting green.

What's more fun than indulging in the candy you grew up with? This gift box includes all the candy that was popular in 1973, including Red Hots, Razzles and so much more.

Okay, hear us out. Shrinky Dinks were actually one of the hottest toys in 1973, so if you really want to bring them back, include this 51-piece set with their other gifts.

Available in four different colors, it's made from a cotton blend, making it super soft. The retro-styled design is just icing on the cake.

She's truly one of a kind, so give her this "limited-edition" candle, which smells like champagne and berries (how appropriate!). "It stood out amongst the rest of the candles that were also gifted because of its cute message," one Amazon reviewer wrote.

Celebrate their special day with this custom birthday book that includes 20 newspaper clippings from the day they were born. They'll be fascinated to read about what was happening when they were making their world debut.

Made of high-quality resin, the earrings come with a dried flower inside that corresponds to her birth month. Plus they feature a gold hooks, which are most appropriate for their 50th.

If he isn't the sentimental type, you can skip out on all the 1973 memorabilia and go for something that he'll really love. With this indoor grill, he can cook up his favorites no matter what the weather is doing outside.

They can enjoy blooms year round with this mature azalea tree. It'll be five-years-old when they receive it, and it can be planted indoors and outdoors. Plus, it'll live way longer than traditional flowers.

She's been carrying big, bulky bags for decades. Relieve some of that tension with this easy crossbody, which can hold all of her essentials without weighing her down. It also comes in so many different colors and patterns.

Made of nylon and spandex, these ultra-soft joggers will keep her comfy on the go or just lounging at home. The best part? They're a pair of women's pants that actually have decent pockets.

Make a big impression this year with all of these goodies! She'll get a necklace, socks, keychain and so much more, all packaged in a "50 and Fabulous" gift box.

It's not just his booze that's age to perfection. In this set, he'll get an 11-ounce glass with a coaster and granite stone ice cube so he can really enjoy himself on his birthday.

Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com.

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