What To Buy For Yourself This Black Friday | Student Gift Guides
Want to treat yourself this Black Friday? We’ve got you!
Black Friday is all about gift buying, but that doesn’t mean you can’t treat yourself too. With big discounts across all of your fave brands, it’s the perfect excuse to treat yourself to something new. If you’re struggling to think of gift ideas for yourself, we’ve picked out our fave things to add to keep an eye out for and add to your wishlist this Black Friday.
Student gifts for yourself
1. Charlotte’s Magic Cream- Charlotte Tilbury, £75
Splash out on Charlotte Tilbury’s best-selling cult moisturiser. If you’ve always wanted to try the moisturiser but have been put off by the price point, now’s your chance to grab it.
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2. Fluffy Shimmer Midi Dressing Gown- Boux Avenue, £50
Make sure you’re wrapped up warm for winter with a fluffy dressing gown to help you beat the coldness of your student house. A dressing gown is definitely a student essential that you’re going to want to invest in.
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3. IdeaPad Duet Chromebook- Lenovo, £219.19
If you need a new laptop, add an IdeaPad Chromebook from Lenovo to your wishlist. It’s great for students as you can remove the keyboard to use it as a tablet, so it’s perfect for uni work or relaxing and watching Netflix.
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4. 18 Hit Wonders Eyeshadow Palette- e.l.f. Cosmetics, £14
For bright and vibrant looks for the festive season coming up, this eyeshadow palette will help you stand out from the crowd for all of your Christmas and New Years Eve parties this year. e.l.f. Cosmetics is 100% cruelty-free and vegan too which is an added bonus.
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5. White Hollywood Selfie Mirror- Missguided, £24.99
Upgrade your morning or evening routine with this glam mirror to help you get ready for your night out or perfect your skincare routine. The lighting will make sure your skin looks flawless and it’s great for taking photos in before your night out.
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6. Pink Cloudy Faux Fur Coat- Skinnydip, £65
The cold months are here, so if you want to keep cosy warm all winter and feel like you’re wearing your fave blanket while you’re outside it’s time to treat yourself to a new coat like this cloudy pink one from Skinnydip.
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7. Timberland 6-Inch Premium Boots In Tan- ASOS, £180
Invest in a sturdy pair of Timberland boots for winter to help you keep comfy when trekking across campus to the library or to early morning lectures and save some money in the Black Friday sales.
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8. AirPods With Charging Case- Apple, £159
Wireless headphones are the way forward. If you hate having to detangle your headphones, or you’ve been eyeing up AirPods for a while but have been put off by the price now’s your chance this Black Friday.
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9. Nike Training Brasilia 9.0 Holdall Bag In Black- Nike, £27.95
Upgrade your gym routine with a new Nike gym bag to fit all of your workout gear, towel and everything else you take to the gym with you. It’s also a great bag to use for weekends away or visiting home too.
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10. Pastel Suedette Mule- Boux Avenue, £16
Slippers are a must-have in a student house in winter. If you struggle to keep warm, treat yourself to a new pair from Boux Avenue this Black Friday.
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11. The North Face Lhotse Jacket In Black- ASOS, £260
If you’ve been enviously seeing people wearing The North Face jackets on TikTok for a while, but have been put off by the price there’s no better time to grab one than Black Friday.
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12. Pillow Talk Push Up Lashes! Mascara- Charlotte Tilbury, £23
If you want eyelashes that everyone’s envious of, splash out on Charlotte Tilbury’s cult Pillow Talk Mascara this Black Friday.
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13. Dekor Grapefruit & Juniper Scented Candle- Oliver Bonas, £25
Make your uni room feel cosy through the cold months. Oliver Bonas have a great selection of candles that will make your room smell good and feel cosier all winter.
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14. Oversized Bandana Varsity Hooded Tracksuit- boohooMAN, £40
Tracksuits are a must-have in any students’ wardrobe. If you can’t get enough of loungewear or didn’t stock up on enough at the start of lockdown last year, use the Black Friday sales to take grab some more.
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15. Playboy x Missguided Pink Butterfly Poster Print A3- £30
Upgrade your uni room with some prints. Posters are a great way to add some personality to your space without having to go all out.
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16. Blue Butterfly 130x 150cm Throw- Skinnydip, £32
Fluffy blankets are the way forward. If you’re finding it way too cold in your uni room or just want to brighten the place up, treat yourself to this butterfly blanket from Skinnydip.
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17. Adidas Originals Adicolour Backpack- ASOS, 22.95
Invest in a sturdy backpack for uni to help you carry your heavy textbooks across campus.
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18. Instax x Skinnydip Mini 11 Cloud Bundle- Skinnydip, £94.99
Capture your uni memories on polaroids with an Instax Mini. This set from Skinnydip comes with a cute case to protect your camera and film too.
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19. Larsson & Jennings Lugano Milanese Silver Wrist Watch 40mm- Oliver Bonas, £179
If you have bad time management a watch is the perfect gift to splash out on yourself for this Black Friday. Treat yourself to this one from Oliver Bonas and never be late again.
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20. Makeup Obsession Angel Energy Gift Set- Revolution Beauty, £25
For dreamy makeup, this set from Revolution has everything you need to create an angelic makeup look.
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21. Google Nest Wifi- Google Store, £129
If you’re sick of slow wifi or you have multiple devices you want to connect to the wifi at once, a Google Nest Wifi could be the answer to all of your problems to help you keep your whole uni house easily connected.
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22. Organic Cotton Blend Script Logo Hoodie- Champion, £70
Champion has great loungewear and sportswear but it can be slightly out of a student budget. So, why not treat yourself to a new Champion hoodie this Black Friday?
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23. Metal Shaker- MyProtein, £10
If a plastic shaker won’t do, a metal shaker is a great way to ensure your protein shake is fully mixed. Plus you can also use it for water too, and it’s easy to fit into your bag to take to lectures.
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24. Huel Ready-To-Drink Delivery- £33 per box
If you struggle with vitamins and nutrients, Huel ready-to-drink is the answer to all of your problems. A subscription box will give you enough bottles of your fave flavour to drink whenever you’re thirsty throughout the day.
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25. Mini Notebook And Pen- Ted Baker, £15
If you like to take notes in lectures the good old fashioned way, rather than on a laptop or tablet you can never have enough notepads and pens.
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26. Green Flower Knit Jumper- Skinnydip, £32
It’s pretty cold outside so treat yourself to some new knitwear this Black Friday. We love this green flower jumper from Skinnydip to add a bit of colour into our winter wardrobes.
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27. Pink New York Varsity Bomber Jacket- Missguided, £50
Make sure you’re layering up this winter with this bomber jacket from Missguided. Layers are the key to staying warm, so make sure you’re stocked up with enough of them.
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28. Nintendo Switch- Nintendo Store, £259.99
A Nintendo Switch will literally bring you hours of entertainment. Whether you’re more of a Mario Kart or Animal Crossing type of person, if you’ve been eyeing up a Switch for a while but have been waiting for a sale, now’s your chance!
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29. Bose Smart Speaker 500- Bose, £329.95
Black Friday is the best time to treat yourself to some tech. We love this smart speaker from Bose for listening to study playlists and taking it to your pre drinks.
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30. New Balance 237 Trainers- ASOS, £75
Trainers are normally pretty pricey, so use the Black Friday sales to scoop up a pair like these New Balance 237 with a discount while you can.
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31. Black Cleated Sole Essential Chelsea Boots- Missguided, £30
It’s definitely boots season. If you need a pair or sturdy and practical shoes to see you through winter why not treat yourself to a new pair of Chelsea boots from Missguided, to dress up or down.
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32. Harlin Studded Purse Detail Shoulder Bag In Pink Faux Leather- EGO, £59.99
You can never own enough bags. EGO are well known for selling dupes of high end far more expensive bags, so if you want to live that luxury lifestyle on a student budget, add this one to your basket.
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33. iPhone 13 Pro Max- EE (various prices)
If you’ve been waiting for Black Friday to get yourself a new phone here’s your chance. The iPhone 13 Pro Max just launched but there are some really great deals you can customise on EE to help you save some serious cash.
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34. Bumble Bee Bracelet- Ted Baker, £34
Buying yourself jewellery is self-care. This cute bumble bee bracelet from Ted Baker would make an amazing gift for someone this Black Friday and that someone is you.
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35. Pillow Tabby Shoulder Bag 26- Coach, £495
If you’re thinking of treating yourself to a designer bag this Black Friday, the Coach Pillow Tabby is a timeless and elegant style that will never go out of fashion.
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36. Casual Belt In A Box- Ted Baker, £55
A belt is not only practical but something you’ll be able to keep and use forever so it’s worth investing in one that will last you a lifetime, rather than getting a cheap one from somewhere like Primark.
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37. Allie Leather Jacket- All Saints, £369
All Saints are famous for their leather jackets. If you’ve always wanted one but haven’t loved the high price point, Black Friday is your chance to scoop one up for less.
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38. Tommy Hilfiger Original Cotton Lingerie Set In Light Blue- ASOS, £46
Because everyone deserves a new lingerie set. Tommy Hilfiger underwear sets are super comfy and are perfect for lounging around or for early morning lectures when comfort is key.
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39. Asymmetrical Heart Hoop Earrings- Pandora, £40
Pandora sells the nicest jewellery, so why not spread the self-love and buy yourself a pair of heart-shaped earrings this Black Friday?
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40. Oversized Teddy Shacket- Nasty Gal, £49
A teddy coat is an essential winter item. Teddy coats have been on trend for a few years now, and don’t look like they’re going anywhere. The neutral tones mean that they match with pretty much anything, making it a winter wardrobe staple.
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41. Critical Zip Joggers- Gymshark, £35
No one wants to wear jeans to early morning lectures. These comfy joggers from Gymshark are perfect for lounging around or hitting the library.
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42. Amelia Perfume And Bath Bomb Gift Set- Ted Baker, £24
Self-care starts with smelling good and treating yourself to a nice relaxing bath. If you’re a firm believer in baths > showers, this duo bath bomb and perfume kit from Ted Baker would be perfect for you.
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43. Desktop Water Dispenser- Typo, £20
Make sure you’re staying hydrated while you’re working. If you struggle to drink water or you just don’t want to get up to go to the kitchen while you’re deep in concentration, this water dispenser from Typo would be the perfect addition to your uni room.
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44. Blue High Waisted Comfort Stretch Denim Mom Jeans- Missguided, £25
Everyone needs a pair of comfortable jeans that can go with everything. Whether you’re dressing them up or down, these stretch mom jeans from Missguided should be a staple in everyone’s wardrobe.
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45. Jelly Pop Lucious Lip Mask- e.l.f. Cosmetics, £6
Keep your lips fresh and moisturised through the colder months with e.l.f. Cosmetics Jelly Pop line. The products are designed for soft and healthy lips even when the weather isn’t on your side.
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46. Mylee The Full Works Complete Gel Polish Kit- Mylee, £129.00
If you love getting your nails done, you’ll know that the price seriously starts to add up. Why not treat yourself to a full gel nail kit from Mylee and become the nail tech yourself? The kit has everything you need to create salon-worthy and professional gel nails straight from your bedroom.
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47. Black Jadon 8 Eye Dr Marten Boots- schuh, £179
Dr Martens are a lifelong shoe. If you have a pair you’ll know that (once you’ve gone through the pain of breaking them in) they’ll last you for the rest of your life, so it’s definitely worth investing in a pair.
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48. Cool Down Full-Length Loose Fit Joggers With Branding In Purple- Oh Polly, £30
We’re not over loungewear yet. Even though we’re out of lockdown and can wear real clothes now, we still prefer to wear joggers and sweatshirts around the house.
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49. Grey Soft Touch Slim Fit Waffle Jumper- River Island, £30
Everyone needs that one super soft jumper to wear through winter. Splash out on some more expensive knitwear this Black Friday to help keep you cosy until spring.
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50. Beauty Works X Molly Mae Oval Bristle Brush- ASOS, £12.99
If your hair needs attention, you can start by treating yourself to a new hairbrush regularly. Molly Mae’s collaboration with Beauty Works has rave reviews, so this hairbrush is sure to make your hair super soft and shiny like never before.
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So, if you’re thinking about treating yourself this Black Friday hopefully we’ve given you loads of gifting inspiration of what to buy for yourself. Even if you don’t use Black Friday as a way to go all out, you definitely deserve something even if it’s small, so get adding to your wishlist now.
Don’t forget to check out our other Black Friday gift guides such as gifts for your mum, dad, tech, beauty and fashion right here!
