The Best Music Merch Gifts of 2021

From Caroline Polachek thongs to Megan Thee Stallion nail tattoos to Squid socks to Kacey Musgraves condoms, here are unique gift ideas for every type of music fan.
Graphic by Callum Abbott

Unless you were Adele, 2021 was another tough one for musicians, whose traditional revenue streams were left dry for much of the year by venue and vinyl plant closures. But many artists found creative ways to support themselves with exciting new merch offerings, thinking way beyond just simple t-shirts to things like puzzles, rolling papers, face masks, coasters, Jibbutz, hot sauce, and perfume oil. As you finish up your holiday shopping, take a look at our virtual merch table, featuring items from some of our favorite acts.


Caroline Polachek thong ($20)


Arooj Aftab perfume oil ($50)


Yasmin Williams sticker ($1.50)


Dolly Parton puzzle ($40)


Megan Thee Stallion nail tattoos ($7.50)


Taylor Swift ring ($45)


Chvrches makeup mirror ($5)


Charli XCX keychain (£10)


Bad Boy Chiller Crew rolling papers (£4)


Squid socks (£15)


Tyler, the Creator face mask ($38)


Dawn Richard floppy disk coaster ($10)


CHAI bowl ($18)


Kacey Musgraves condoms ($6)


Cannibal Corpse Nalgene water bottle ($25)


Faye Webster shoe charms ($10)


Spirit of the Beehive dice ($13)


Lucy Dacus nail polish ($15)


Billie Eilish holiday stocking ($25)


Olivia Rodrigo candy hearts ($6)