Holiday shopping is about to begin (or probably already has for some). We want to find the perfect gift for our loved ones – that aren’t just a pair of socks, or a sweater, or something generic. In this article, we are going to list a few gift ideas for anyone who loves analog things (or is into anything retro)
If you have a special someone who has passion for vintage-inspired things that they can actually make use of in the digital age, keep reading.
Happy shopping!
Parker-Inspired Fountain Pen
We’ll start the list with something familiar here on Rediscover Analog – the fountain pen.
The Jinhao 51 is an affordable Chinese-manufactured fountain pen (yes, it’s a real fountain pen). If you feel that you’ve seen this pen before, it’s probably because the design is heavily inspired by the vintage Parker 51 fountain pen.
This fountain pen is a great gift for beginners not only because of the price but also because of its ease of use. Seasoned fountain pen enthusiasts will also love this gift because, truth be told, most fountain pen geeks would love to have another fountain pen in their collection.
Read more:
8 Fountain Pens That Won’t Break the Bank
Price: $
(Leather) Travelers Notebook
There’s just something about leather that makes it “vintage”. A Traveler’s Notebook (TN) is gift that any stationery lover will appreciate. The TN is a customizable notebook system that uses “inserts” (thin notebooks) that can be interchanged as often as desired. A lot of Traveler’s Notebook owners keep different inserts for different purposes (bullet journaling, scrapbooking, planning).
There’s also a passport sized one if you prefer to gift that instead.
Price: $$
Digital Flip Down Clock
Have you ever seen the retro clock screensaver on a Macbook? It’s pretty cool, right?
You can get an analog version of this clock with the WoneNice Flip Down Clock! It’s a nice little clock that looks great on a shelf or on a desk. You can opt for the classic black and aluminum look or choose the white version that has an LED nightlight.
Price: $$
Vintage Clock and Bluetooth Speaker
BEW Retro Alarm Clock is a nice night stand companion. The analog clock is designed with non-ticking second hands which is great for light sleepers. The clock is also equipped with an alarm that provides a loud enough beep to alert heavy sleepers. It’s coupled with a bluetooth speaker so that you can play music from your phone as you sleep.
Price: $
DW Wrist Watch
Daniel Wellington was one of the first brands to realize the potential of influencer marketing and rose to fame because of that. You’ve probably seen their watches on social media especially from Gen Y and Z audience.
While buzz was generated from social media marketing, the appeal comes from the classic and minimalist look of their watches.
DW watches are a great gift because they are elegant and relatively affordable.
Price: $$-$$$
Radio-Inspired Bluetooth Speakers
The Dosmix Wireless Retro Speaker allows you to get the best of both worlds. It’s designed like an AM/FM radio but is actually bluetooth-enabled and has a built-in mic (for calls). This model is also a 4″x2″ speaker that can last for 8-9 hours of playtime.
Price: $
Vinyl Coasters and Bookends
What’s more retro than vinyl records, right? These vinyl-inspired desk accessories are cool and functional. Give this to your loved one so that they can make a statement when they display these on their desk.
Price: $
Victrola Vinyl Record Player
Spotify is all the rage but there are still some who enjoy listening and collecting vinyl records. The Victrola Portable Vinyl Player is a nice gift for your music loving friend. It won’t take up much space and you can actually take this wherever you go.
Price: $$
Vinyl Records Case
If they already have a vinyl record player, why not give them a case for their records instead? Victrola also sells these gorgeous and minimalist records case!
Price: $$
Classic Shure-Inspired Unidirectional Digital Microphone
Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Elvis Presley – are one of the singers who have made this microphone iconic. When you search for a “retro microphone” this design will immediately be the first hit.
If you have the money to spare, you can buy the original model (55SH Series II) from Shure. However, if you want to get something that looks similar and “just for fun”, you can get a cheaper one from Pyle. This is great for friends and family who love singing but aren’t professionals. You could also give this to someone who sings covers of songs. Or maybe even someone who wants to record a podcast in style.
Price: $
Wireless Mechanical Keyboard
Lofree’s mechanical keyboard is fun and gives out real retro vibes – from its variety of colors to its design. A great gift for retro lovers who can’t keep their hands off their digital devices. You can connect this with your Mac/PC/Tablet/Smartphone via bluetooth.
Price: $$$
Typewriter-Inspired Mechanical Keyboard for Tablets
Qwerkytoys‘ typewriter keyboard is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. The black finish gives it an authentic look and will be a hit with the vintage lover in your life. It’s equipped for both wired and wireless connection (bluetooth) and is compatible with Mac/iOS/Windows/Android devices.
What’s fascinating about this keyboard is that parts of the keyboard aren’t just purely aesthetic, like the knob and the return bar on the side. The knobs can be used as a volume rocker and a page scroller while the return bar can be programmed for different shortcuts.
Also note that this has an integrated tablet stand which can hold tablets up to 10.5″ screens.
Price: $$$
Lomography La Sardina Film Camera
Film is not dead! Get your analog loving friend this 35mm film camera from Lomography. This camera is easy to use and is great for beginners or those who are getting reacquainted with film photography. The La Sardina also has a vintage look especially with the detachable external flash on the side. This specific model also allows the Lomographer to design the camera to their liking.
Price: $$$
Fujifilm Instax Mini 90
Another camera that an analog lover would appreciate is the Fujifilm Instax Mini 90 Neo Classic. The look itself already screams “vintage”. The Instax Mini 90 is actually a more advanced version of the classic Instax Mini – meaning this has more settings and extends the creative possibilities of the user.
Price: $$$
Fujifilm Instax Mini Link (Smartphone Printer)
Instax Mini Link is the newest product by Fujifilm this year. It’s much simpler to use and has more features than their old Instax SP printers. It comes in different colors too!
This printer is great for those who appreciate the look of the Polaroid films but do not want to carry an extra camera around. Best of both worlds, right?
Price: $$
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