July 4th is Alice in Wonderland Day, so we’re celebrating all things Alice here. Below, you’ll find 11 perfect gifts for Alice in Wonderland fans. Keep scrolling to learn more about Alice in Wonderland Day and the history of Lewis Carroll’s novel for children.
Canonically speaking, May 4 is the day Alice slips down the rabbit hole and winds up over her head. So why do we celebrate Alice in Wonderland Day on July 4th? That goes back to July 4, 1862, when Charles Lutwidge Dodgson—a.k.a. Lewis Carroll—first told his story to the Liddell sisters: Lorina, Alice, and Edith. Three years later, in November 1865, Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland appeared on store shelves. Through the Looking Glass followed in December 1871.
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland was an immediate hit. To date, the book has never been out of print. It has been translated into 175 languages—including Appalachian English, Cockney rhyming slang, Pitman shorthand, and Carroll’s own nyctography. Alice has been the subject of countless adaptations, including film and television, literary and stage plays, and even video games.
So a toast to Alice, for bringing us all the whimsy and delight of Wonderland. Here are the goods you need to celebrate.
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Alice in Wonderland Merch for Alice in Wonderland Day
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This Alice in Wonderland rocks glass features the opening lines of Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland and illustrations by John Tenniel. $20
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Have yourself a gay old time with this “eat me, drink me” cup and saucer. Available separately or as a set. $15+
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Remind yourself how to get to Wonderland with this handmade “Follow the White Rabbit” sign. $34
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Want to smell like books? That’s what this Mad Tea Party perfume promises. $38+
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This beautiful, hand-thrown Alice in Wonderland mug features illustrations of Alice and the flamingo, the White Rabbit, and the Playing Cards. Available in three colors. $46
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The Wonderland Tarot set is perfect for any witchy Wonderland fans out there. $20
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Want to wear your Alice fandom on your sleeve—literally? Check out this Mad Hatter’s Tea House sweatshirt, available in seven colors and sizes S–5XL. $45+
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Another great piece of wearable merch is this Humpty Dumpty belt buckle, complete with a Through the Looking Glass quote. $38
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Consider picking up this gorgeous coin purse, which features the gardener Playing Cards who paint the roses red. $17
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Another lovely accessory: this Through the Looking Glass infinity scarf. $44
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Consider adding this sleek acrylic book vase to your bookshelf or reading nook. $37
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Finally, for the indecisive Alice fan, there’s this decision coin. $26
Want more great Alice content? Check out this list of Alice in Wonderland quotes and take this ranking of the best Alice adaptations.
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