What do you get for someone who is 50 years old? Are they into fine dining and luxuries? Indulging in new interests and pursuits? Starting to feel their age?
Gourmet hampers, wines or their favourite drop are gifts that really can't go wrong.
Here are some of Australia's best online retailers with gifts suitable for 50 year olds.
A Little Luxury is one of our favourite gift stores with a wide range of unusual and elegant gifts, homewares and customisable gift baskets. All wines from their extensive wine list can be purchased on their own though the Wine Gifts & Glassware section, or included in any hamper by using the customisation options for the hamper. Based in Sydney, delivery Australia-wide.
Coolthings – keep those brain cells firing with to enjoy gadgets and gizmos and brain bending puzzles. Coolthings are based in Launceston, Tasmania with delivery Australia wide, NZ and some international. See these categories for ideas…
Caricature King – unique gifts made from a photo of the birthday person to mark the occasion. Digital caricatures from under $40, poster print or print and framing options.
AFL Footy Shop has lots of gifts for AFL fans. You’ll find Official AFL Merchandise Products for all 18 teams including clothing, officially licensed AFL Guernseys, footballs, quilt covers, throw rugs, beach towels, car accessories and much more. Gift vouchers too.
Yardgames – has some amazing chess sets, or encourage them to get outdoors and active with stylish croquet sets, giant dice and games.
Birthday Experience Vouchers
Adrenaline – adventure and experience vouchers for Skydiving, V8 Race Cars, Rally Driving, Hot Air Ballooning, Jet Packs and more. They also have the option of some impressive gift hampers. Delivery Australia-wide.
Suggested Products
Ultimate Wine & Birthday Choc Block Dessert Treat Box from Edible Blooms You Donut need to ask twice, the Edible Blooms Donut box is the perfect way to surprise a special friend or someone you love on their birthday!
Indulge in delicious Gourmet donuts, chocolates and two bottles of Hugh Hamilton red wine to celebrate a birthday milestone.
Luxury Hentley Farm Cheese Hamper from Edible Blooms Support some of the Barossa's best regional food and wine producers with this incredible Premium Cheese Hamper. From the Hentley Farm sparkling to the Barossa Valley cheese selection and condiments, this delivery will inspire a romantic connection as it's unpacked and enjoyed. We've sweetened it up with the inclusion of Chocolatier's crunchy milk chocolate bars. Our own picnic with these treats have our team lining up to send this to their family and friends for special occasions and this gift also includes Free Express Delivery Australia wide.
50 Large Birthday Chocolate Bouquet from Edible Blooms A round arrangement with 50 gourmet chocolates, set amongst the brightest of colours, this beautiful chocolate bouquet makes for a very affordable gift, and one that's sure to win them over.
**Gift is approximately 30cm tall x 25cm wide
The BIG 50 Book from Gifts Australia Just imagine how much life is lived during half a century! These years are filled with love, adventure, and friends, as well as a little heartbreak and at least a few obstacles. But each experience is special. And that’s exactly what makes turning 50 such a milestone. The BIG 50 keepsake contains a collection of amazing quotes about reaching such an impressive milestone. The lovely book is filled with humour, wisdom, and sincerity that are sure to please. This 96-page, hardcover compendium is 11.5 x 16.5cm. If you’re looking for a delightful 50th birthday gift, The BIG 50 is ideal! And if you order this book by 1PM (AEST), same day and next day delivery options will be available during checkout….
50th Birthday Blush Champagne Flute from Gifts Australia 50 is such a special age to celebrate. An age of confidence and achievement, an age of freedom and focus on what really matters in life. Help them celebrate entering this fabulous decade in style with the 50th Birthday Blush Champagne Flute. Featuring a gorgeous rose gold base that fades away as it rises up the Champagne Flute, toward a gorgeous golden '50'. There's no mistaking their new age, or their pride in turning this fabulous number. A wonderful gift idea for the person with everything, as friends and family gather to celebrate, they can showcase with pure style, just how proud they are to be turning 50. While we know that many people love gifting novelty birthday gifts, we understand the need for gorgeous birthday gifts to showcase their age in style. Whether you're looking for the perfect age birthday gifts, or fun novelty birthday gifts, our birthday selection is truly one of Australia's best….
50th Birthday Wine Bottle Glass from Gifts Australia Did you know that each decade can be described in terms of wine, and it's just as accurate? The perfect novelty 50th birthday gift idea, this fun 50th Birthday Wine Bottle Glass describes both the perfect birthday decade and the perfect bottle of wine, with it's fun print that reads: 50, Sophisticated, Complex and Full Bodied… This fun wine bottle glass holds an entire bottle of wine, so it's the perfect gift idea for those who are celebrating and having a birthday party with friends and family – simply pour in their favourite bottle and let the magic of the bottomless wine glass begin. We've got a fun range of novelty birthday gift ideas in stock now and ready to send, whether it's a 50th birthday gift or just a generic novelty gift, there's something for all occasions and every birthday….
Flashing Birthday Cake Topper from Gifts Australia Nothing says ‘Happy Birthday’ quite like this Flashing Birthday Cake Topper. It features an awesome vintage design sure to remind party-goers of the bright Las Vegas skyline. And nothing says party like a trip to Vegas. A button on the back of the cake topper activates a series of fun LED lights and a retro flashing sequence. Dimensions: 13.5 x 8.7 x 1.5cm. Material: ABS Plastic. Includes three replaceable LR44/AG13 batteries. Reusable. This novelty Flashing Birthday Cake Topper from SUCK UK is absolutely fabulous! It offers the thrill of the Vegas Strip without all the gambling losses or travel hassle. What could be better?!…
The Mid-Life Crisis Ladybird Book from Gifts Australia Never fear the mid-life crisis, it’s not a crisis after all thanks to this hilarious book by authors Jason Hazeley and Joel Morris. They’ve uncovered the humour in all things stressful and mid-life with The Mid-Life Crisis an absolutely hilarious guide book to life, for adults. Based on the iconic Ladybird children’s readers and featuring original artwork, this book has been cleverly re-written to keep with the tone and feel of Ladybird while taking readers on an hilarious journey through adult life. If you’re looking for fun novelty gifts then look no further than this hilarious range of Ladybird humorous books….
80s and 90s Trivia Game 80s and 90s Trivia Game. SimplyCool. Your 80's and 90's Trivia Game consists of two decks of cards with various questions broken down into categories. It's very easy to play, so dust off your trivia hat and kick start your memory as you separate the true trivia masters from the rest! from Coolthings.com.au
Crystal Ball Weather Station Crystal Ball Weather Station. SimplyCool. Imagine that you now have a weather "crystal ball" showing you the weather forecasts for your area. No doubt it would be greatly helpful for planning various activities! Will it be boating or windsurfing weather this weekend? Your Crystal Ball Weather Station does just that as it responds to atmospheric fluctuations similar to that of the age-old barometer! from Coolthings.com.au
3D The Thinker Crystal Puzzle 3D The Thinker Crystal Puzzle. Kinato. Discover the 3D "The Thinker" Crystal Puzzle by assembling 43 differently shaped transparent pieces! Often used to represent philosophy and knowledge, The Thinker portrays a man sitting on a rock, chin on hand, deep in thought. Work from the bottom up, putting your model together piece by piece. It's not as easy as it looks, some parts are virtually identical! from Coolthings.com.au
