Retirement Gift Baskets
Retirement gifts look forward. The best baskets nod to what the person will finally have time for, such as golf, grilling, travel or slow mornings, rather than just the job they are leaving.
Ask the SI concierge
We’ve pre-filled it for this occasion. Edit the sentence with details about your person and hit the button for three picks, each with a reason it fits.
What makes a great retirement basket
- Theme it around a hobby they’ll have more time for.
- For a boss, consider a group gift so it can be more generous.
- Include a card signed by the team with specific memories.
- Upgrade the presentation; retirement is a milestone.
- Deliver to their home if the send-off is after their last day.
Mistakes to avoid
Avoid jokes about age, and don’t default to alcohol if you’re unsure; pairing snacks can deliver the theme without the bottle. Check whether the office is pooling for a gift first.
How the concierge makes this faster
Instead of scrolling hundreds of near-identical baskets, write one sentence the way you’d describe the person to a friend. The concierge pulls out who it’s for, the occasion, interests, dietary needs and budget, ranks basket styles against them, and tells you in one line why each pick fits. Then you buy from the retailer directly. It all runs in your browser and nothing you type is stored.
FAQ
What do you get a retiring boss?
A hobby-themed basket from the whole team, with a signed card.
How much should a team spend?
Group gifts often run $75 to $150.
Is a gift basket too impersonal?
Not when it’s themed to them and paired with a heartfelt note.