MBTI is "hot" right now - open Instagram and you'll see everyone sharing their four-letter personality code: INFP, ESTJ, or ENFP... But it's not just about self-discovery anymore. Young people are now using MBTI for what? Choosing birthday gifts based on MBTI!

Instead of buying "safe" gifts that are easily forgotten, understanding someone's personality through MBTI helps you find birthday presents that are meaningful, unique, and make them feel truly understood. Because birthday gifts aren't just material things - they're your way of saying "I get you" through every little detail.

Each gift has its own story, you just need to find the right person

Each gift has its own story, you just need to find the right person

Creates connection, touches personal preferences

Have you ever given a gift and seen the receiver smile awkwardly, saying "thanks" but with no sparkle in their eyes? Maybe it wasn't because the gift was bad - it simply wasn't their "style." MBTI appears as a personality decoder, helping you better understand how that person sees the world.

MBTI helps you read needs correctly:

  • INFJ / INFP: Don't need flashy birthday gift boxes - just a beautiful notebook and a heartfelt message
  • ESTP / ESFP: Prefer experiences over material things - workshop vouchers, craft beer sets, or concert tickets
  • INTJ / ISTJ: Value practicality - tech gadgets, professional books, or minimalist decor

When gifts speak the receiver's "language," they're not just beautiful - they're right.

Understand the personality right, choose the gift right - simple yet meaningful

Understand the personality right, choose the gift right - simple yet meaningful

Unique gifts, avoiding repetition

Let's be honest - Gen Z and Millennials nowadays don't lack anything. They don't need another bottle of perfume or a box of chocolate that looks exactly like last year's. What they really want is the feeling of being seen - having someone notice their personality, interests, and even the small corners of their character.

Why MBTI birthday gifts help avoid the "boring safe zone":

  • Instead of scented candles for everyone → ISFP people like dried flower art, while ENTJ prefer strategy books
  • Instead of one-color teddy bears → Extroverts like gifts they can share, introverts prefer personal items
  • Instead of "just giving something" → You give because you truly understand who they are

That's the difference between a gift forgotten in a drawer and a birthday gift treasured every day.

A unique gift is one remembered forever, not the most expensive one

A unique gift is one remembered forever, not the most expensive one

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Selected Vietnamese gifts - When personality meets culture

The personalized gift trend isn't just about understanding MBTI - it's also about choosing the gift's origin. Young Vietnamese people are gradually returning to handmade products and local brands with strong cultural marks. Choosing MBTI birthday gifts combined with Vietnamese handmade products is becoming a beloved trend.

Added value when combining MBTI + Vietnamese gifts:

  • Story: Each handmade birthday gift from CHUS tells about artisans and natural materials
  • Personalization: Not only suitable for personality but also carries Vietnamese cultural marks
  • Sustainability: Supports local products, reduces soulless mass consumption

This isn't a temporary trend - it's how the new generation redefines the meaning of gift-giving: delicate, thoughtful, and truly touching emotions.

Vietnamese handmade gifts - Where affection meets culture

Vietnamese handmade gifts - Where affection meets culture

Gift suggestions by MBTI group

Extroverted group (E) - Love experiences and connections

People in the E (Extraversion) group are energetic souls who enjoy socializing and living in the moment. They don't hesitate to share emotions and usually prefer gifts they can share or that bring fun experiences with friends. If you're looking for MBTI birthday gift ideas for this group, think of things that help them connect, shine, and enjoy life.

Group E loves gifts they can share and create memories with

Group E loves gifts they can share and create memories with

Specific suggestions:

  • Handmade snack gift boxes: Butter cookies, fruit jam, or macadamia candy - all are easy-to-share treats at friend gatherings. Beautifully packaged, perfect for eating and taking photos.
  • Stylish accessories: Printed canvas tote bags with Vietnamese patterns, brocade silk scarves, or handmade bracelets - items that help them express personality in public.
  • Workshop experience sets: Vouchers for candle-making, pottery painting, or handmade leather crafting - gifts that are both interesting and leave memorable moments.

Introverted group (I) - Quiet, emotional

People in the I (Introversion) group prefer private, quiet, and deep spaces. They cherish gifts with depth rather than noise. Instead of big parties, they'd rather sit alone with a notebook, a cup of tea, and a space gentle enough for reflection.

Choosing MBTI birthday gifts for introverts helps you find gifts that touch their private space

Choosing MBTI birthday gifts for introverts helps you find gifts that touch their private space

Specific suggestions:

  • Handmade notebooks: Handmade dó paper, linen cover, hand-stitched binding - the ideal gift for them to write thoughts or sketch.
  • Scented candles: Gentle scents like lavender, jasmine, or sandalwood help create a private relaxation space.
  • Dried flower art: Small, cute frames, minimalist style, with quiet beauty - perfect for a workspace or bedside.

Feeling group (F) - Put emotions first

Group F (Feeling) makes decisions based on emotions and personal values. They are people who cherish feelings, like being cared for, and are easily moved by small but sincere gestures. Birthday gifts for women or men in this group don't need to be expensive - they just need to show thoughtfulness and care.

For group F, small but sincere gifts always touch the heart

For group F, small but sincere gifts always touch the heart

Specific suggestions:

  • Personalized postcards: Handwritten messages, added memory photos - small gifts full of emotion.
  • Handmade bracelets: Natural stones, hand-braided strings, can be engraved with names or birthdates - personalized gifts.
  • Small keepsake gifts: Handmade keychains, yarn bookmarks, or bag charms - things they can carry every day.

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Thinking group (T) - Practical, like usefulness

Group T (Thinking) values logic, convenience, and functionality. They don't like "flashy but useless" gifts - instead, they want items they can use daily, solve practical problems, and ideally are durable. For this group, MBTI birthday gifts need clear usage value.

Group T treasures practical and sustainable gifts

Group T treasures practical and sustainable gifts

Specific suggestions:

  • Ceramics: Handmade bowl and plate sets, matte glaze ceramic cups, or ceramic vases - beautiful, practical, long-lasting.
  • Personal cups: Insulated tumblers, pour-over coffee sets, or minimalist designed glass cups - gifts that are both beautiful and reasonable.
  • Simple decor items: Small wooden shelves, handmade clothes hangers, or jewelry trays - neat and useful.

Intuitive group (N) - Love creativity and uniqueness

People in the N (Intuition) group live in a world of ideas and imagination. They love newness, difference, and non-conformity. Birthday gifts for women or men in this group should have surprise elements, high aesthetics, or artistic qualities - something that makes them feel "oh, this is interesting."

Group N loves artistic and creative gifts

Group N loves artistic and creative gifts

Specific suggestions:

  • Artistic decor items: Abstract paintings, abstract ceramic statues, or handmade lamps with unique designs.
  • Personalized gift boxes: Gift sets combining multiple small items with a unique concept - for example, a "creative work kit" with sketchbook, colored pens, washi tape, and handmade stickers.
  • Handmade artistic gifts: Clear resin keychains with dried flowers, metal bookmarks with hand-drawn engravings, or fabric bags printed with Vietnamese illustrations.

Sensing group (S) - Like familiarity and practicality

Group S (Sensing) lives in the present and trusts what they see and touch. They like familiarity, stability, and gifts that can be immediately sensed - like taste, texture, or clear function. Don't be too complicated; choose birthday gifts for men or women that are familiar and easy to approach.

Group S treasures gifts that are familiar and easy to sense

Group S treasures gifts that are familiar and easy to sense

Specific suggestions:

  • Food gifts: Handmade fruit jam, traditional butter cookies, or Vietnamese herbal tea boxes - gifts that can be enjoyed immediately.
  • Practical gift sets: Embroidered towel sets, stainless steel lunch boxes with fabric bags, or complete tea brewing tool sets.
  • Familiar handmade gifts: Linen aprons, multi-purpose storage bags, or decorative crochet items - familiar, warm, and easy-to-use things.

Tips for choosing the right MBTI birthday gift

MBTI is just a reference tool - what's more important is combining it with real-life observation to find gifts that truly touch the receiver's heart.

Quick checklist before choosing birthday gifts:

  • Daily observation: What do they often post stories about? Handmade items, snacks, or decor corners?
  • Prioritize personalization: Name engraving, embroidered letters, or handwritten cards - small details create big meaning
  • Choose Vietnamese handmade gifts: Each item carries an artisan's story, both unique and supporting local
  • Flexible budget: Gifts don't need to be expensive - what matters is the care in birthday gift box packaging and the message

Remember: the right gift for the right person is more important than an expensive gift 

Observe, listen, and understand - the secret to choosing the right gift

Observe, listen, and understand - the secret to choosing the right gift

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The right gift for the right person - When MBTI meets thoughtfulness

In the end, choosing gifts isn't about what you buy - it's about how well you understand them. MBTI is just the key that opens the door; affection and thoughtfulness are what transform an item into a memorable keepsake.

You don't need to guess or worry "what if I give the wrong thing" anymore. Because when you understand the personality correctly and combine it with handmade gifts carrying Vietnamese cultural marks - you're giving more than an item, but a whole message: "I see you, I understand you."

Discover selected Vietnamese gifts at CHUS - where each gift is selected from Vietnamese artisans, carries its own story, and suits each personality. Give MBTI birthday gifts to the right person with the right emotions - only at CHUS.

Thanh Trường

Thanh Trường

Content Writer

15:39 02/10/2025

Trường is a content writer at CHUS - a young creative who's absolutely obsessed with exploring and sharing Vietnam's handcraft scene. He's convinced that every single gift has its own story just waiting to be discovered, and honestly? These stories are way too good not to share with the world.

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