Gift Guide

11 Gifts for the Person Who Just Wants Stranger Things Season 3

Friends don't lie, and friends also give good gifts.

By Mary Cate Stevenson December 20, 2017

Mike Illuminidol Candle, $16 at Space Montrose

Okay, Mike was a total downer in Season 2, but just picture his face when he was reunited with Eleven—that’s the look of this candle, made in Austin. Give the gift of illuminated, lovestruck Mike this holiday season.

Photography by courtesy of Two Cats Communications

Farrah Fawcett Hairspray Pin, $8.29 on Etsy

One of the best moments in Season 2 was when we learned Steve Harrington’s beauty routine. You’re just four puffs away from perfectly-coiffed locks with this dreamy pin.

Photography by courtesy of Etsy

Eggo Crossbody Bag, $32.90 at Hot Topic

You don’t need a nosebleed to get Eleven’s look. Complete this gift with some actual Eggos (hey, H-E-B)—El would have wanted it that way.

Photography by courtesy of Hot Topic

Stranger Things Season 1 Collector's Edition, $24.99 at Target

Even if you still have Netflix, no true fan should be without the official goods. That’s how they did it in the ‘80s, friends.

Photography by courtesy of Target

Holiday Greeting Card by Winter Wallace, $5 at Space Montrose

Throw it back to Season 1 with this Houston artist-made holiday card, inspired by Joyce Byers’ ingenious twinkle light communication technique. Bonus: It comes with a little waffle on the back.

Photography by courtesy of Two Cats Communications

Combat Rock by The Clash (Vinyl), $15.99 on Amazon

Season 1’s anthem, “Should I Stay or Should I Go?” is best enjoyed on vinyl. This gift is Jonathan Byers-approved. Always worth calling Cactus Music to see if they have a copy.

Photography by Courtesy of Amazon

The Goonies "Never Say Die" Cookie Cutter, $9.95 on Etsy

Before he was Bob the Brain, he was Mikey. Pay tribute to the World’s Best A.V. Club Founder with this throwback to one of Sean Astin’s first roles. #BobForever

Photography by courtesy of Etsy

Ghostbusters Ghost Trap, $150 on Etsy

If you’re not as cool as Dustin and can’t build your own, don’t worry—we found one you can buy. Baby Demodog not included (thank goodness).

Photography by courtesy of Etsy

Paper Girls, Book One (Hardcover), $34.99 at Nan's Games and Comics Too

This bestselling comic book series has garnered many comparisons to Stranger Things. Set in ‘88, it’s a killer mash-up of suburban drama and mystery, with four 12-year-old newspaper delivery girls as protagonists. Go full-on vintage and pick it up at a local brick-and-mortar like Nan’s.

Photography by courtesy of Etsy

Dungeons and Dragons Starter Set, $19.99 at Asgard Games

Who didn’t kind of want to learn D&D after Season 1? Dive in with this starter set, and see if you can hang with the boys of Hawkins. We recommend picking it up at Asgard Games or another local shop—they have much knowledge, and can even help you find folks to play with.

Photography by Courtesy of Gameology

Polaroid Originals OneStep 2 Camera, $100 at Urban Outfitters

The Halloween scene in Season 2? Picture perfect. Even if you aren’t dressed up in Ghostbusters gear, your pictures will look vintage and awesome.

Photography by courtesy of Urban Outfitters

Waiting for season 3 is for mouthbreathers. Between now and our much-anticipated return to the Upside Down, tide over your Stranger Things cravings with these gems. There are 11, as there should be. We promise you won’t experience Byers’ remorse.

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11 Gifts for the Person Who Just Wants Stranger Things Season 3

Friends don't lie, and friends also give good gifts.

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