- Getting your girlfriend a meaningful gift doesn’t require hours of internet research on your part.
- The reporters and editors on the Insider Reviews team spend every day covering the latest, greatest, and altogether best products you can buy, and we put together a list of thoughtful gifts for your girlfriend.
- Still looking for gifts? Find more gift guides broken down by interest, budget, and person here.
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For couples, gifting can be especially enjoyable. You know what your partner loves, what small daily annoyances of theirs that you can solve with a thoughtful gift, and how much they’ll appreciate knowing the gesture came from you.
Odds are you want to give them something wonderful – whatever your price range is. All you need is a little direction, and a few great options to choose from.
The top 5 best gifts for your girlfriend:
- A beautiful candle from Otherland, a cool startup ($36)
- A personalized gourmet coffee subscription from Driftaway Coffee ($44)
- An Aquis towel that makes her hair dry faster ($30)
- A video message from a celebrity she admires ($15)
- A pair of Apple AirPods wireless earbuds ($140)
Check out all 60 gifts for your girlfriend:
The best performance socks she’s ever worn
Women’s Performance Running Ankle Sock, 6-Pack, available on Bombas, $91.20
Bombas makes the best socks we’ve ever tried, and they’re a gift we find ourselves giving every year to loved ones. They’re lightweight, moisture-wicking, and built to circumvent annoyances like uncomfortable seams and heel slipping.
The best bathrobe that money can buy
Bathrobe, available on Snowe, $100
Snowe's unisex bathrobe has been called the best and most absorbent terry robe on the market, and I'm just one more fervent believer. The cotton fiber traps air for extra absorbency, is soft and plush, and the unisex sizing means it will feel like a blanket-turned-robe. Perfect functionality, and extra points for coziness.
A weighted blanket for better rest
YnM Weighted Blanket, available on from YnM, from $57
Weighted blankets help create more restful sleep by "grounding" the body, and YnM makes some of the most popular and affordable weighted blankets on the internet. There are multiple sizes and weights for the ideal fit and width (they recommend picking whichever is about 10% of your body weight), and the segmented design allows you to move around without displacing all the weighted beads inside.
The "world's most comfortable shoes"
Women's Wool Runners, available on Allbirds, $95
Allbirds' newest collection is a line of water-resistant shoes, but for the uninitiated (or anyone looking for comfortable sneakers for casual wear), the classic Wool Runners make a great gift.
A customized map of her favorite place
Custom Map Poster, available on Grafomap, from $49
Grafomap lets you design custom maps of anywhere in the world - like the first place you met, the best trip you ever took together, or the hometown she couldn't wait to show you. It's unique, thoughtful, and pretty inexpensive. You can find our full review here.
Her favorite specialty food straight from the source
Order her favorite specialty foods using Goldbelly, from $25
Goldbelly makes it possible to satisfy their most specific and nostalgic cravings no matter where they live in the US - a cheesecake from Junior's, deep dish pizza from Lou Malnati, and more. Browse the iconic gifts section for inspiration.
Festive matching underwear from one of the internet's favorite startups
Matching Underwear, available on MeUndies, $36
Get yourself and your girlfriend festive matching underwear - which also happen to be some of the most comfortable pairs we've ever found. MeUndies gives you the options to create your own personalized set - two styles listed for women, two styles listed for men, a mix, and whichever length or cut you and your partner prefer.
A large print on fine art paper of a favorite memory
Large Format Prints, available on Artifact Uprising, from $20
Artifact Uprising makes luxury prints at accessible prices - and they make especially thoughtful gifts that look like they should cost much more. Get one of their favorite photos printed on archival fine art paper for $20 and up, or thoughtful cards for as little as $1 per custom card. You can also make a color series photo book for $20, a set of prints for $9, and a personalized calendar on a handcrafted wood clipboard for $25.
A camera lens kit for her phone
Olloclip Lens Kit, available on Olloclip, from $19.99
If she loves taking photos and wishes her phone's camera could do more tricks, pick up an Olloclip lens kit with a fish-eye, wide-angle, and macro lens inside. They work well and they're easy to use. Plus, the company even has a universal mount in the works.
A one-size-fits-all lid that instantly declutters the cabinets
Silicone Universal Lid Kit, available at Made In, $49
This was one of the gifts that professional chefs recommended to us for avid home cooks. If she loves to cook and has a plethora of differently sized pots and pans with all the corresponding lids, having one universal lid can declutter and streamline her space in a heartbeat.
Comfy, high-end sheets at the best price on the market
Luxe Hardcore Sheet Bundle, available on Brooklinen, from $228
Brooklinen is one of our favorite companies, point-blank. We think they make the best high-end sheets at the best price on the market, and most of the Insider Reviews team uses Brooklinen on their own beds.
The Luxe Hardcore Sheet Bundle comes in 14 colors and patterns, and you can mix and match them to suit your taste. Grab a gift card if you want to give her more freedom. If you opt for a sheet bundle, she'll receive a core sheet set (fitted, flat, two pillowcases), duvet cover, and two extra pillowcases in soft, smooth 480-thread-count weave.
Beautiful candles from a cool startup
The Beach Club Collection Candles, available on Otherland, $36
Otherland is a candle company started by Abigail Cook Stone, a former art buyer for Ralph Lauren. If you want to give your girlfriend a candle that burns for 55 hours, looks beautiful, and comes from a startup that she's probably seen (or coveted) before, this is a great option. Find our full review here.
A mug that keeps hot drinks hot for up to six hours straight
Hydro Flask Mug, 12 oz, available on Hydro Flask, from $29.95
This mug is a common desk companion for the Insider Reviews team. The 12-ounce coffee mug has the company's proprietary TempShield insulation that made its water bottles famous. This mug will keep hot drinks hot for up to six hours, and cold drinks cold up to 24 hours. Read our full review of it here.
The internet's favorite olive oil
Awake Olive Oil, available on Brightland, $37
Brightland's olive oils make great gifts for cooks and anyone who loves to entertain. The white bottles protect the EVOO from light damage and look nice displayed on a countertop. Find a full review here.
A video message from someone she loves almost as much as you
Cameo Video Messages, available on Cameo, from $15
Whether it's her favorite actor, comedian, or athlete, you're likely to find someone she admires on Cameo. Cameo allows celebrities to send custom video messages to recipients for nearly any occasion, and a personalized video is a gift that she'll never forget.
The convenience of Apple AirPods
Apple AirPods, available on Best Buy, $139.99 (originally $159)
When it comes to convenience, truly wireless earbuds are the best. And Apple's AirPods are very popular with iPhone and Android users alike. They look subtle compared to other bigger options, and they're incredibly easy to use. For the latest option, you can pick up AirPods Pro for $249.99 on Best Buy too.
A high-tech towel that keeps her from slipping around during yoga classes
Manduka Yogitoes Yoga Mat Towel, available on REI, $58
Manduka is known for making the best yoga products, and their Yogitoes towel is one of the most loved. It has tiny 100% silicone nubs on one side that grab yoga mats and keep yogis from slipping around during the exercise. Having a good towel can make a big difference.
It also comes in 19 great colors and gets eco-friendly points. Each Yogitoes towel is made from eight recycled plastic water bottles, and made with dyes free of azo, lead, or heavy metal.
A gift card to a popular wine subscription club
Gift Card, available on Winc, from $60
Winc is a personalized wine club - and we think it's the best one you can belong to overall. Members take a wine palate profile quiz and then choose from the personalized wine suggestions. Each bottle has extensive tasting notes and serving recommendations online, and makes it easy to discover similar bottles.
Gift her a Winc gift card, and she can take a wine palate profile quiz and get started with her own customized suggestions.
A nice gold vermeil and sapphire zodiac sign necklace
Zodiac Necklace, available on Mejuri, $90
Mejuri is a Canadian startup created in 2015 to make fine jewelry affordable to buy - and it has racked up waitlists with more than 40,000 people before. Their popular Zodiac Necklace is cool, minimalist, and something she can wear every day. It's made in gold vermeil with AAA quality white sapphires. Mejuri's affordable pricing means the estimated traditional retail price of the same necklace elsewhere would be closer to $235.
A cashmere crew from Everlane that she'll own forever
The Cashmere Crew, available on Everlane, from $75
For a closet staple she'll own for years to come, Everlane's $100 Cashmere Crew (available in a whopping 15 colors) is about the safest choice you can make. Everlane has tons of great gifts (you can find the Everlane basics we wear repeatedly here), so you can't really go wrong.
A popular fitness tracker
Fitbit Charge 3, available on REI, from $99.93
The Fitbit Charge 3 isn't the newest model the company has released, but it is perhaps the best and most popular. It has a lot of useful activity tracking features without a big, clunky screen or an exorbitant price. It has a built-in heart rate monitor, in-depth sleep tracking, advanced workout features, and real-time workout tracking on the screen. The battery life lasts around six days.
A small cold brew coffee maker
Airtight Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker, available on Walmart, $40.57
This small cold brew maker (available in 1-liter and 1.5-liter options) makes coffee's less acidic, smoother cousin cold brew in 12 hours in the fridge, so there's minimal hassle and always a treat ready in the morning on her way out the door to work.
A monogrammed jewelry case from a minimalist fashion startup
Leather Jewelry Case, available on Cuyana, $115 (+ $15 for monogram)
Keeping track of tiny and delicate jewelry is difficult - but jewelry cases are a pretty and useful solution. Especially if you've gotten her jewelry in the past, or plan to in the future, this is a thoughtful and personalized gift. It's made from premium leather, comes in six colors, and can be monogrammed with her initials. Cuyana is a cool leather bag startup she may have already heard of.
A surprisingly elegant headband
Lele Sadoughi Velvet Pearl Headband, available at Lele Sadoughi, $109
Sleek velvet is studded with faux-pearl accents for a headband that'll add a feminine touch to every outfit she pairs it with.
Plan a trip for the two of you to take together — and maybe use this online travel concierge to help
Journy Gift Card, available on Journy, from $50
Airbnb Gift Card, available on Airbnb, from $25
If you want to gift an experience for the two of you to enjoy together, grab a card, a gift card to Journy or Airbnb, and come with a few location ideas in mind.
If you haven't heard of Journy, it's a startup that matches you with an expert travel planner to design the ideal trip for $25 per day - complete with booking hotels, making restaurant reservations, and keeping landmarks and local haunts in mind. If you want to surprise her with a trip already planned, go through Journy yourself and present her with the full, detailed plan.
You can also book a hotel in your city on Booking.com or Expedia for a sweet staycation.
*This gift can be saved and used at a later date if you aren't comfortable given the current conditions related to COVID-19.
A new waterproof Kindle Paperwhite for reading anywhere
Kindle Paperwhite, available on Amazon, $129.99
Amazon's new Kindle Paperwhite is its thinnest and lightest yet, with double the storage. Perhaps the best features are that it's waterproof and has a built-in adjustable light for the perfect reading environment indoors or outdoors, day or night. If she loves a nice, relaxing bath, pair this with a caddy, bath bombs, and a glass of wine for a relaxing night in that you've already taken care of.
A cult-favorite hair towel that reduces damage and cuts drying time by 50%
Aquis Rapid Dry Hair Towel, available on Anthropologie, from $30
Aquis' cult-favorite hair towels can cut the amount of time it takes your hair to dry in half - a claim we're happy to report holds up. The proprietary fabric also means there's less damage to wet hair while it dries.
A funny and unique card
You Take My Breath Away, available on Etsy, from $4.02
You can pick up a card from Walgreens on your way to exchange gifts, but it'll mean more if you think just a few days ahead. Etsy has great options for cheap, unique, handmade gifts that are cool and thoughtful. This one is perfect for a couple who appreciates a "The Office" deep cut.
A fun, unique local date
Airbnb Experiences, available on Airbnb, from $5
Local pasta-making classes, wine tours, pottery workshops, secret concerts, nature outings - you can book from thousands of fun classes and experiences on Airbnb Experiences to make wherever you live feel new, exciting, and full of possibilities. It's also an under-utilized part of Airbnb, making it a thoughtful and unusual gift - and one you may keep using yourselves for out-of-the-box date nights in the future. Find out more here.
*Editor's note: Many in-person Airbnb experiences are paused right now, but you'll find plenty of memorable online experiences available here, too, some of which are even free.
A 100% silk pillowcase that reduces frizz and keeps skin hydrated overnight
100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase, available on Walmart, from $18.92
Silk pillowcases reduce frizz and damage to hair and make it look shiny and healthy. It also reduces the likelihood of wrinkles and keeps skin hydrated overnight by absorbing less of the moisture in the skin.
A houseplant that arrives already potted and is easy to care for
Silver Evergreen, available on Leon & George, from $109
Leon & George is a San Francisco startup that will send beautiful plants - potted in stylish, minimalist pots - to her door. All she has to do is to occasionally add water. Flowers are wonderful, but houseplants have a much longer shelf life, and most of Leon & George's options are very easy to care for.
We'd also recommend checking out Bloomscape for small plant trios under $70.
Beautiful earrings she'll own forever
Sparkle Diamond Cluster Huggies, $395
They're solid gold, conflict-free, and made locally. Plus, the style is versatile enough that she can wear them every day.
A membership to a popular skincare and makeup subscription that sends new, cool, and bestselling products once per month
Birchbox Gift Subscription, available on Birchbox, from $45
Birchbox is a skincare and makeup subscription that sends tons of samples of new and cult-favorite products to subscribers so they can find products they love without much commitment or cost upfront. Makeup and skincare products can be expensive, so this is a particularly helpful service.
A stylish leather makeup pouch that's thoughtful and easy to travel with
Lola Toiletries Pouch, available on Dagne Dover, from $79
Dagne Dover is quickly becoming one of the best women's handbag companies to know, and the Lola Toiletries Pouches are a great and relatively affordable gift. The small size ($75) is perfect for everyday makeup essentials, and the large ($105) can be used for toiletries, makeup, or as a small purse. It's made from beautiful pebbled leather, and you can pick from six foolproof color choices.
The new Sonos Move portable speaker
Sonos Move, available on Sonos, $399
The Sonos Move is one of the best speakers on the market. It's powerful, can be controlled by your voice or an app, and has Amazon Alexa built in so on WiFi you can play music, check the news, set alarms, get your questions answered, and more, without much effort.
A small skin-care tool that removes 99.5% of dirt, oil, and makeup residue
Foreo Luna Facial Cleansing Brush, available on Sephora, $49
Our team swears by these gentle yet effective cleansing brushes. They have hygienic silicone bristles and come in five different models for different skin types. The Luna is small enough to bring on the go, so they can maintain their skincare routine while traveling.
A leather wallet from the same manufacturer as Prada for a fraction of the price
Brynn Zip Around Wallet, available on Italic, $70
Italic is a startup that makes unbranded luxury goods from the same factories that produce designs for brands like Givenchy or scents for Le Labo - minus the markup. The Zip-Around Wallet is made from soft, calfskin leather and comes in four classic colors.
It comes from the same manufacturer as Celine and Prada, and Italic estimates it would cost $295-$300 in traditional retail. It's also good to note that the company plants one tree for every order. You can find a full review of the company's leather goods here, and of their candles here.
A subscription to a coffee service that sends coffees specifically for her taste preferences
3-Month Subscription, available on Driftaway Coffee, from $44
If she loves coffee, she'll probably love to try Driftaway. It's a gourmet coffee subscription that gets smarter the longer you use it, remembering your preferences and steering you towards increasingly accurate brews for your specific tastes. The first shipment will be a tasting kit with four coffee profiles, which she'll rate online or in the app to start getting personalized options.
A book of love letters written by history's great men
Love Letters of Great Men, available on Amazon, $13.92
It can be hard to do yourself justice in words - whether they're spoken or written in a card. This compilation of love letters written by great men can help you say it without actually technically saying it. Bonus points if you write your own, or mark the ones in the book that most closely resemble your own feelings.
A beautiful diamond necklace she'll have forever
Diamond Bezel Necklace, available on AUrate, from $320
A diamond necklace doesn't have to be thousands of dollars, as fine jewelry startups like AUrate are proving. This necklace is something she can keep and wear forever, and both the solid gold and conflict-free diamonds are of the highest quality.
Cozy fuzzy socks and the tools for a great night in
UGG Australia Chenille Crew Socks, available at Amazon, $20.86
Pair these with her favorite comfy products for an ideal "night in": bath bombs, sheet masks, candles, wine, and maybe a gift card to her favorite place to order take-out from.
A cooking class from one of the nation's top chefs
Gift Card, available on Cozymeal, from $10
With a Cozymeal class, they'll learn how to make anything from fresh pasta to Argentinian staple dishes from the nation's top chefs. In addition to cooking classes, Cozymeal offers food tours in various cities.
You can also book a cooking class through Sur La Table depending on your location.
Cute, quirky potholders that look like pasta
Monkey Business Pasta Shape Silicone Pot Holder Lid Lifters, available on Amazon, $16.95
If she loves to cook - really, even if she barely tolerates it - potholders that look like farfalloni pasta noodles are pretty cute. And the silicone mitts with inside ridges keep hands safe from hot pots and lids.
A pair of leggings from an eco-conscious startup
Girlfriend Collective High Waist Full-Length Leggings, available on Nordstrom, $68
Girlfriend Collective is an affordable, unique fitness startup making stylish workout gear that also happens to use eco-friendly materials like plastic water bottles.
Read our full review of the leggings here.
A personalized passport cover and luggage tag set
Passport Cover and Luggage Tag Set, available on Leatherology, $65
Beautiful passport sets are a great gift for plenty of reasons. They're useful, likely something she won't have already bought herself, and are often associated with the joy and excitement of travel. Sometimes, you want to own one thing for a long time - and luggage tags and the memories that accompany them are one of those items.
You can get this monogrammed starting from $20 for a bit more personalization, too.
A gift set of a dozen decadent bath bombs
Bath Bomb Gift Set, available on Walmart, $47.70
This bath bomb gift set comes with 12 handcrafted bath bombs that range from mango-papaya to lavender in scent, and some of which include flower petals. They're a great addition to a long bath, as is a bamboo bathtub tray.
A plug-in that adds voice-control to outlets
Wemo Mini Smart Plug, available on Best Buy, from $29.99
These plug-ins will turn a "dumb" outlet into a smart outlet. Plug in the WeMo Mini Smart Plug, download the free app, and that's it - you control your lights and appliances from your phone anywhere and your voice through Alexa, Google Assistant, and Apple Home Kit. It only needs WiFi - no expensive hub.
A subscription to a famous book club that sends her great hardcovers once per month
3-Month Subscription, available on Book of the Month, $49.99
If she loves books, Book of the Month is an especially thoughtful and unique gift - it's a book club that has been around since 1926, and it's credited with discovering some of the most beloved books of all time ("Gone with the Wind" and "Catcher in the Rye" to name a couple).
If you gift her a subscription, she'll receive a hardcover book delivered to her door once a month. Books are selected by a team of experts and celebrity guest judges.
If she's really more into audiobooks or e-reading now rather than hardcovers, check out a gift subscription to Scribd (full review here).
The best hair dryer ever invented
Dyson Blow Dryer, available on Sephora and Bed Bath & Beyond, $399.99
This gift may seem inexplicably expensive, but the Dyson blow dryer is lauded as the best one ever invented, and it's a cult-favorite in beauty. It prevents hair damage by measuring air temperature 20 times per second, has a specially designed Dyson motor for fast drying, and reduces static, breakage, and makes hair look smooth and shiny.
Personalized cartoon couple mugs
Personalized Family Mugs, available on Uncommon Goods, from $30
These cute mugs can be personalized for what you're like as a couple, making for a special weekend morning coffee routine or just a nice reminder in the kitchen cabinet. On the back, you can add a family name and the year the couple was established.
Lush, subtly scented body wash
Necessaire - The Body Wash, available on Sephora, $25
New startup Necessaire formulates its body care products with nourishing vitamins and clean ingredients. The subtly scented Body Wash will leave their skin feeling clean, soft, and nourished.
A stylish, savvy carry-on with an external battery pack
Carry-On, available on Away, $225
Away's hyper-popular suitcases deserve their hype. Their hard shell is lightweight but durable, their 360° spinner wheels make for seamless traveling, and the external (and ejectable and TSA-compliant) battery pack included can charge a smartphone five times over so she never has to sit behind a trash can at the airport for access to an outlet again. It's also guaranteed for life by Away. Find our full review here.
A stylish weekender to keep her organized on the go
Caraa Studio Tote Large, pre-order now $250
Caraa Sport makes some of the most functional and best-looking gym bags on the market. This one can transition from tote to backpack by adding straps, has a hidden shoe compartment, and has a waterproof and antimicrobial lining.
An award-winning but pricey at-home facial
Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial, available on Sephora, $80
This is an award-winning mask with a big following in the beauty and skincare community. It's $80, but it's an at-home pro-quality facial she can use anytime - which is a fraction of the price required for regular facials.
A framed keepsake of a favorite memory
Framed photo, available on Framebridge, from $39 Gift Card, available on Framebridge, from $25
Framebridge makes custom framing for not-custom-framing prices. You can print or paint something on your own and have it framed, or have them print and frame it, and you can take advantage of the team of designers for help deciding what frame to get.
A gift card for delicious healthy meals she can make in about 30 seconds
Gift Card, available on Daily Harvest, from $25
Daily Harvest is a food startup that makes it possible to eat healthy, delicious meals for less than $10 each even if you only have 30 seconds to spare for prep time. Meals are pre-portioned, delicious, and designed by both a chef and a nutritionist to make sure they're tasty and good for you. It addressed all my healthy eating roadblocks.
16 highly-rated sheet masks
Sheet Mask Set, available on Walmart, $21.24
Grab her 16 sheet masks to make it easier for her to have a frequent and well-deserved "treat yourself" day. These are highly-rated and have both vitamin E and collagen included for healthy, happy skin.
Kitchen towels that rate wines by how well they pair with certain foods
Wine Pairing Towel Set, available on Wolf & Badger, $33
If she loves having a nice glass of wine and/or cooking, she'll appreciate the thought behind these unique wine pairing towels. Grab a bottle and some corresponding ingredients for a fun night in for the two of you.
Fancy popcorn and a movie night
Amish Popcorn Gift Set, available on Williams Sonoma, $29.95
Fandango Gift Card, from $15
Grab a movie night popcorn set and make some fancy popcorn for a movie night. Or, make a reservation at a nice restaurant, stock up on her favorite movie candy and some fun drinks ahead of time (wrap them for an extra wow-factor), get a Fandango gift card, and take her out for a dressed-up version of the classic movie date.
*This gift can be saved and used at a later date if you aren't comfortable given the current conditions related to COVID-19.
A gift card to ClassPass so she can go to tons of boutique fitness classes without the expense
Gift Card, available on ClassPass, from $1
Boutique fitness classes are expensive. ClassPass makes them less so. With ClassPass, she can drop into diverse exercise classes at tons of different specialized studios for $15 or less per class (about half their traditional cost). If she likes to stay active, is looking for a newfound favorite class, or likes yoga as much as barre classes, this is a great gift she'll actually use.
*This gift can be saved and used at a later date if you aren't comfortable given the current conditions related to COVID-19.
