The Psychology of Gifting Humour: Why Funny Gifts Create Lasting Memories

Some gifts tug at heartstrings. Others politely whisper "thank you." And then, there are the glorious few that make people snort, wheeze, and question your sanity - in the best possible way. These are unusual gifts, lovingly picked for maximum chaos and comedy. Because when it comes to gift-giving, humour might just be the most underrated superpower of them all.
Laughter Isn't Just a Reaction - It's a Connection
It's scientific, actually. When we laugh, we release dopamine, endorphins, and serotonin - a hormonal cocktail so potent it should come with a warning label. That sudden bark of laughter from unwrapping a Bad Alexus speaker shouting, "You can kiss my ass!" is more than just funny - it's bonding. Humour disarms, connects, and dislodges us from the daily grind. And when wrapped in the form of a Bluetooth speaker with the personality of an exhausted dinner lady? Even better.
Funny gifts are joy, weaponised. They're memorable. They're contagious. And they're exactly what you should be giving that impossible-to-buy-for friend who already has everything - except a mug the size of their caffeine addiction.
Because Size Matters (When It Comes to Mugs)
Let's talk hydration. Not the boring kind with water bottles, but the *important* kind - the one involving tea, coffee, and emotional stability. Enter the Size Matters Giant Mug. A colossal ceramic chalice designed for the person whose standard brew disappears in two sips. Gift it with a note that reads: "This is the only size that understands you." You'll get a laugh. Then you'll get begged for biscuits.
When Socks Pretend to Be Shoes
Socks are usually the death rattle of imagination. But not these. The Novelty Brogue Socks give the illusion of shoes without any of the effort. Ideal for the stylishly lazy, or anyone who wants to look like a 1920s gentleman from the ankles down while still lounging in joggers. They're hilarious, practical(ish), and guaranteed to be worn at every family gathering - just for the reaction.
Because Racing Pensioners Are Always Funny
We'd like to introduce the ultimate gift for big kids and real ones alike: the Racing Granny and Grandad wind-up toys. They waddle. They shuffle. They race across the table like their pension depends on it. Whether you're 8 or 80, this is the kind of gift that causes full-family belly laughs and turns dinner tables into racetracks. Bonus: no batteries required, just a willingness to cheer for Grandma's Zimmer frame like it's the Indy 500.
The Gift of Shared Laughter (And Maybe Sushi)
Funny gifts don't have to be objects - they can be *experiences*. Nights out that turn into stories. Like the Comedy Night for Two. It's the gift of live comedy, shared giggles, and possibly one or two wildly inappropriate punchlines. It's not just a laugh - it's a reset button. Perfect for birthdays, breakups, or those "we need a night out before we lose our minds" moments.
Want to turn things up a notch? Book the Inamo Comedy Night and 3-Dish Dinner. Sushi and stand-up: a match made in weird, wonderful heaven. It's ideal for couples, mates, or that date you're trying to impress with your excellent taste in food and ability to laugh at jokes that toe the line. Give them a night out they'll remember - especially when the waiter mistakes the edamame for table decor.
Funny Gifts for Everyone (Yes, Even That Guy)
Gifts for him often fall into the dangerous categories of "BBQ tools" and "whisky sets he'll never use." Break the cycle. Get him a farting teddy bear, a novelty toilet mug, or a speaker that shouts insults. In other words, something he'll actually talk about at the pub.
Gifts for her can - and should - be funny too. Not everything has to smell like lavender and come in rose gold. Give her a calendar full of hot hunks doing housework or a rude cross-stitch kit and watch her cackle all the way to the gift bag.
For the loved-up pairs in your life, gifts for couples don't need to be candles and bathrobes. Give them something that causes a shared laugh, like a couples' quiz game designed to expose just how little they agree on. Want to really spice it up? Send them out on a gift experience they didn't see coming - like axe throwing, gin tasting, or zorbing. Because nothing says bonding like rolling down a hill in a giant inflatable ball together.
Funny = Memorable. Every Time.
Sure, you could play it safe. You could buy a candle. A gift card. A lovely pen. But will they remember it? Will they laugh? Will they tell people, "Wait till you see what I got…"?
Give the gift they didn't know they needed. The one that gets passed around the room, photographed, posted, and possibly banned at the next family gathering.
Shop our full range of funny gifts now, and give them something to laugh about - for all the right reasons.