There are night owls by choice, night owls by necessity, and night owls because their brains or aching joints just won't pipe down and let them get some sleep. We've rounded up gifts for all of the above. From products meant to ease worried minds and pangs to items that help foster that thriving after-dark creativity — and everything in between — here are gift ideas for your creatures of the night.
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$28 from Amazon
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Some people are night owls because that's when their aches, pains, restless legs, and other afflictions are at their worst. This extra-large heating pad will give them some comfort. It has fast-heating technology and a two-hour auto shutoff feature.
$35 from Amazon
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Whether they're binging shows, gaming, or reading late into the night, this incredibly soft and shaggy blanket will keep them feeling cozy. It's available in two sizes (largest size priced here) and many colors.
$14 from Amazon
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Night owls get the munchies, right? And this book pays homage to that, with 264 pages filled with recipes from some of the "world's best chefs."
$25 from Amazon
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If your late riser likes to stay up in order to get some work done, this nearly 24-by-16-inch desk will give them plenty of space to do so.
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$295 from The Grommet
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No matter when they hit the sack, there's nothing like a little CBD action to help them get relaxed. This luxe blanket is packed with cannabidiol-infused micro-beads and also comes with a salve that contains more of the good stuff plus lavender, coconut oil, and other sleep-aiding substances.
$15 from Amazon
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This sleek journal will help those daysleepers record the thoughts that might be keeping them up or jot down the creativity that might be fueling their unique circadian rhythms.
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Price varies from Amazon
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Blackout curtains make great tools for when the sun shines on that loved one who didn't go to bed until the wee hours, but lots of blackout curtains are pretty hideous. Not so with Deconovo's line, which includes lots of different colors and cool graphic styles.
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$70 from Calm
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This popular app claims to help users find a path to better sleep, relaxation, and mindfulness. It doesn't mean your night owl has to go to be early, but it'll help them attain drowsiness and calm when they finally do.
$30/month and up from Cratejoy
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If your night owl isn't necessarily one by choice, there's this subscription service that will send them four to six items each month meant to induce relaxation and an easier entry to the Land of Nod.
$13 from Amazon
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If your night owl likes to read in bed but the light keeps you up, give them one of these. It can be adjusted to shine away from your slumbering eyes and has three modes and 10 brightness levels.
$50 from Amazon
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This cool gadget can turn an entire room into a nebula cloud of drifting blue stars, which sounds pretty cool no matter whether they're trying to fall asleep or intending to stay up all night.
$24/month and up from Cratejoy
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If they're just not the type to whip something up in the kitchen at the witching hour, this monthly crate filled with snacks like candy, chips, crackers, and cookies will fill that gnawing late-night hole in their belly.
$20 from Death Wish Coffee Company
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Even a creature of the night occasionally has to get up at the crack o' dawn, and this coffee, which has about double the strength of your average java, can help usher them into the light.
$19 from Amazon
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At the very least, this 1,000 piece puzzle will give them something to do with their alone time. Or it could deaden their senses enough to make them contemplate an entirely new sleep schedule.
$16 and up from Etsy
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If your night owl has a good sense of humor, this hilarious candle will have them in fits of giggles. And bonus: The candle actually contains essential oils like lavender, chamomile, and vetiver meant for calm and anxiety relief (but not any actual chloroform, phew).
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$16 from Amazon
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Some people snack at night; others imbibe. This book touts "more than 40 cocktails to close out any evening" and includes recipes that are both classic and innovative.
$29 from Amazon
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A natural sleep aid they can spray on their pillow, this contains a "superblend" of lavender, vetiver, and chamomile.
$50 from Amazon
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And this memory foam pillow will ensure at least relatively decent ergonomics (they are in bed, after all) while they work. It comes in two sizes, five colors, and buyers say it's got a high back and is super comfy.
Price varies from DIFF Charitable Eyewear
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If your night owl is a gamer, a pair of stylish blue light blockers from this company will ensure an easier transition to sleep. Also cool? The company uses a portion of its proceeds to provide reading glasses and vision health services to folks all over the world.
$99 from L.L.Bean
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L.L.Bean calls this the "coziest robe" ever worn. It's made from fleece that won't shed or pill, has a hood, and comes in six colors and petite and plus sizes.
$30 from The Grommet
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This sleep mask will help your non-sleeper get some rest when the mood strikes. It has customizable eyepieces that help with fit, and its micro-velcro closure won't stick to or pull hair.
$55 and up from Etsy
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She can proudly proclaim her night owl status with this adorable pendant, which comes with a 16-, 18-, or 20-inch chain.
$3 from Etsy
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A gift doesn't have to be expensive to be well-loved, and this vintage-style illustration will make an adorable adornment for your favorite night owl's laptop.
$35 and up from Amazon
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This chic and simple cotton/poly blend sweatshirt will provide a comfy way to chill as they wait for the urge to nod off.