This time of year is always exciting because 1) the weather is warming up for summer and 2) its graduation season. Whether you know someone who is crossing over into the next phase of their life or you’re the one graduating, it’s safe to say this is a pretty big milestone. My youngest sister will be graduating this weekend here in Texas, and I’ve procrastinated (per usual) with finding her the right graduation gift. What does a graduate really want (or need for that matter)?

No worries. At CNK, we have compiled a few lists of graduation essentials for everyone. Some the items even came right off our wishlists. From small business brands to larger retailers, we have the perfect gifts to shop for your grads. These lists include sneakHERs, books, cool tech items + more. Keep scrollin’ shawty.

Do you remember when you were a graduate? What were some items you just had to have as you tackled the next phase of life? Drop a comment and dive down memory lane with us.