10 Splashy Birthday Gifts That Are Sure to Make Waves

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Oh to be relaxing by the poolside with a good book, a fruity drink, and music softly coming from your portable speaker. That’s the feeling of summer and it’s here to stay! Summer is all about getting outside, enjoying the warm weather, and spending time going on adventures with your loved ones. There is a lot to love about summer and one of those things is your favorite person’s birthday!

That’s right, with the summer season comes plenty of birthdays and if your loved one has a summer birthday that’s right around the corner then you’re probably in the market for a gift. Getting a gift for someone can be a bit stressful, especially if you aren’t sure what they like. With so many choices out there it’s only fair that you’re looking for some gift ideas for a summer birthday from the internet. Luckily we’re here to help!

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1. Bath & Body Works

The fun summer seasonal scents are here, feel good and smell good with these products!

When you first walk into a Bath & Body Works you’re immediately hit with the pleasant aromas of many different smells. From fruity and light, to steel and suave, there are a bunch of scents from countless soaps, lotions, fragrance sprays, candles, and more at B&BW. You can spend a good hour in the store just testing out different scents and by the time you get to the back of the store you’ve got to go back and re-test everything to find your favorite. It definitely makes for a fun shopping trip and it’s even better now that the annual summer scents are out. Perfect for a summer birthday.

Check out Bath & Body Works products like their Strawberry Pound Cake Fine Fragrance Mist, Ocean Body Spray, Backyard Honeysuckle 3-Wick Candle, Summer Rain 3-Wick Candle, and Sun-Washed Citrus Gentle & Clean Foaming Hand Soap. You’ve got plenty to choose from and with a gift card you’ll have a chance to get multiple items.

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2. DSW

Get the latest sandals and running shoes to beat the heat and thrive in the sun!

When you’ve put away your winter boots and heavy-toed shoes you’re finally ready to bring out the sandals, flip-flops, and athletic running shoes when the weather is finally consistently warm. But sometimes those shoes don’t fit quite as right as they did a year ago or they’re simply a bit more worn down then you remember. When that happens the time to go shoe shopping is apparent and the best place to do that is DSW (Designer Shoe Warehouse).

DSW has a wide variety of shoes in the brands you love. Find sneakers, sandals, running shoes, flip-flops, boots, heels, flats, slides, and loafers all in brands like Converse, New Balance, Crocs, Nike, Skechers, Vans, and plenty more. With a new pair of shoes you can pair your summer outfits with you’ll be the talk of the town and definitely the talk of a birthday party.

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3. Old Navy

Get the latest trendy clothes in a size that both fits you and feels good too!

And speaking of summer fashion, we couldn’t have made a gift guide list without talking about clothes. As the warm summer air beats down on you when you’re with your besties, you’re going to need clothes that both look good and are comfy enough to wear even when the temperature gets a bit too high for your liking. That’s where Old Navy comes in.

Old Navy is a famous retail chain that has your choice of skirts, shirts, shorts, pants, leggings, athletic apparel, jackets, tank tops, crop tops, dresses, shoes, jewelry, accessories, and swimming suits. What sets Old Navy apart from other clothing brands is their comfort, their clothes fit like no other and they last a long time, so you know the money you spend will be worth the trip. Plus they are constantly rotating clothing in and out so you can go in one weekend to shop and come back another to new clothes to pursue.

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4. TicketSmarter

Get tickets to see artists you’ve dreamed of seeing or go to see someone new!

When summer hits, that means more and more concerts are popping up from your favorite artists. There’s so many great musical artists out there with venues packed in cities near you. You’ve probably heard of these ticket sites before but TicketSmarter is trying to do things, well, smarter than the rest.

They are a company that’s all about making sure your ticket-grabbing and purchasing process is stress free as can be. They don’t want you to have to troubleshoot on something you’ve been looking forward to for months. They want you to get your tickets and check out all within a few minutes- how great does that sound? With a gift card to TicketSmarter your bestie can get tickets to a concert, sporting event, and/or theater in no time.

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5. Lyft

Go out to the local club and pub and get home safe with a ride from Lyft!

With warmer weather comes more time spent outside and that can lead to a lot of logistics to figure out when it comes to getting to and from your place of adventure. Especially if you and your friends are involving alcohol in the mix. It’s important that you and your party stay safe and the best way to ensure that is to get a ride from somewhere you trust and in this case it’s Lyft. 

Lyft is a ride-sharing service that millions of people use, you can download the app and buy a ride home safe from vetted drivers. This way you all can get home safe from your summertime party with zero stress. Also with a Lyft gift card you’re able to pay for the ride so it’s free too! A great gift to receive and have in your back pocket the next time you need a ride somewhere.

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6. DoorDash

Need a break from the heat and don’t want to leave your air conditioned home? We got you!

As much as we love the hot weather from summer, it can get a little too hot to go outside comfortably. And when it comes time for the end of the week after working hard, the last thing you want to do is go back out in the heat to pick up food. DoorDash is here to be the solution.

DoorDash is an online food ordering and delivery service that can get you your favorite dish from your favorite restaurant delivered right to your door. From the comfort of your cool couch order from a restaurant or from your local grocery store- that’s right DoorDash also delivered groceries and convenience store essentials. That means if a week is on the rougher side you can have your shopping waiting for you on your doorstep instead of having to spend another hour out in the world when all you want to do is binge watch your favorite TV show with a snack.

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7. REI

Need new gear when you venture into the great outdoors? Get it from the best!

There are a lot of outdoor activities that involve equipment and tools for both safety and fun! And since it’s currently peak summer you’re bound to be going on a trip or have one in the works that involves some of these outdoor activities. At REI (Recreational Equipment Inc) you’ll find exactly what you need for any outdoor adventure. They’ve got stuff for climbing, hiking, camping, cycling, canoeing, kayaking, swimming, running, exercising, and even products for the cold like skiing and snowboarding if you decide you need a break from the heat and go somewhere cool for the summer. You’ll also be able to find athletic apparel and durable clothing perfect for any venture.

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8. Hotels.com

With the nice weather you’ll want to get out of town and go on a vacation, pick a hotel you love from a verified list!

Summer vacation is obviously on the horizon, it’s a time period everyone looks forward to as it’s a way to get out of our normal boring routine and go experience something new and most importantly: relax. And if your loved ones’ summer birthday happens to become a trip, then you can get them a Hotels.com gift card.

Hotels.com is a resource for all prospective vacation-goers, they have thousands of hotels from all over the world listed on their website for you to view and book. You can use their key tool to look for exactly what you need. For example, if you need a pet-friendly hotel or accessible rooms, Hotels.com will help you search for your needs with a few clicks of a button. Find deals and get discounts on your next hotel for your fun summer trip at Hotels.com.

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9. Chubbies

Get shorts and bathing suits that fit well and look good!

If you haven’t heard of Chubbies, let us introduce you to them. First created in 2011, Chubbies is a fashion brand that wants to “re-design” fashion for men and masculine presenting people. They mainly specialize in shorts and bathing suit bottoms that are fun-funky colors and stand out from the crowd. They fit well and make your summer fit come together in a really cool way. Chubbies also has collared shirts, tees, tanks, pants, joggers, and more. This clothing brand screams summer and ordering a package from them to open up would make for a great birthday gift.

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10. A Custom Visa Gift Card

Shop at one store and then go out to eat at a restaurant, then pay for it all with the same gift card!

Although having a gift card to your favorite store is pretty great, it can be limiting especially if you want to go on a big shopping spree as normally you can’t use the same gift card for multiple different businesses. But with a Custom Visa Gift Card you can use this card at not just one venue but multiple! You can use this Visa gift card at any business that accepts Visa cards. Go out to eat at a restaurant, pay for your meal, and then go out and get that new dress you’ve been eyeing at your favorite clothing store all using this Visa gift card.

And there you go, those are some gift ideas for a summer birthday that will definitely be used to highlight what summer is all about: fun in the sun and relaxation. Perfect to celebrate the warm weather.

This article originally appeared on GiftYa.com and was syndicated by MediaFeed.org.

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Trae Bodge

Trae Bodge is an accomplished lifestyle journalist and TV commentator who specializes in smart shopping, personal finance, parenting, and retail. Trae has been named a Top Voice in Retail by LinkedIn and a top personal finance expert by GoBankingRates and Flexjobs. She is a contributor at Millie Magazine and CNN Underscored, and her writing and expert commentary have appeared in Newsweek, Woman's Day, Forbes, USNews.com, Kiplinger, Marketwatch, MSN.com, Yahoo Finance and numerous others. She has also appeared on TV hundreds of times; including Good Morning America's GMA3: What You Need to Know, NBC Nightly News with Lester Holt, Inside Edition, CNBC and local network affiliates nationwide.