Choosing the perfect gift for the woman in your life can be tough.
What can you give her that she’ll truly appreciate?
If you think about it, you rarely find the best gifts for her when you’re out shopping.
No, the best gift ideas happen when you just stop and think about her:
- What makes her happy?
- What is she passionate about?
- What makes her laugh?
- What gets her fired up?
- What does she love to do?
That’s when you come up with gift ideas that show you not only CARE, but that you’re also PAYING ATTENTION.
To give you a head-start, here are 51 unique gift ideas divided into different categories.
Gifts for Women By Interest
After thinking about your special lady, use the links below to jump to the sections that fit her best:
Sporty
“Ladies Who Gym” Bag
Just because she likes to go from the gym to work doesn’t mean she wants everyone to notice her gym bag. This low-profile bag looks smart but still has all the features she needs for her workout gear.
Better Than Yoga Pants
She’ll feel so comfortable in these Lululemon yoga pants that she may never want to wear anything else. With a soft no-dig waist band and huggable fit, they’ll feel like a second set of skin.
Glamping Waterproof Outdoor Picnic Blanket
For the woman who likes the outdoors but wants to be comfortable. This waterproof folding blanket is perfect for picnics, concerts, and camping trips.
Activite Steel Watch
Believe it or not, this sleek and stylish-looking watch actually doubles as an activity tracker. Perfect for the active woman who wants to measure her steps but doesn’t want to wear a piece of rubber on her wrist.
Foodie
Gourmet Oil Dipping Spice Kit
A feast for the senses, this spice set is perfect for the woman who wants to explore different food flavors and combinations.
MiniPresso GR Espresso Maker
She’ll be wowed by this compact, handheld espresso maker, which makes amazingly tasty espresso on the go. If the pre-caffeine version of your lady-friend is as scary as my wife in the morning, you may need this for your own safety.
The Hell’s Kitchen Cookbook
If your special lady can’t resist the sound of Gordon Ramsay’s yelling then she’ll love a chance to cook some of the signature dishes from his show, Hell’s Kitchen.
The Complete Guide to Sushi and Sashimi
It turns out sushi isn’t that hard to make if you learn some of the fundamental techniques. This book includes easy-to-follow recipes from two leading sushi chefs.
Mason Jar Measuring Cups
By now you know that that everything looks more charming if it’s a mason jar. This set of ceramic measuring cups stacks together for easy storage…and hey, it’s a mason jar!
Fashionista
Fossil Preston Cross-Body Bag
A casual yet elegant purse she’ll love for everyday use. It simultaneously says “don’t mess with me, I mean business” and “why of course, I’m still a lady.”
Dipseas Sunglasses
Sophisticated and smart eyewear to complete the rest of her outfit.
Floral Cashmere and Silk Scarf
It’s hard to go wrong with this beautiful and comfortable scarf with its tasteful floral pattern. She won’t believe you picked it out (you’re welcome).
Lori Colorblock Tote
This extremely versatile tote will be her go-to bag, whether she’s flying around the world or just heading to and from work. Big enough for a submarine sandwich and a 22 oz beer. But I’m guessing she’ll probably store lady stuff in it instead…
DIY-er
Mason Jar Fermentation Kit
This kit includes everything a DIY enthusiast needs to make her own homemade pickled veggies and explore the world of fermented foods. Get ready for a brine-tastic 2017!
DIY Lip Balm Kit
Give her the gift that keeps on giving, with this kit that lets her make her own lip balm from all-natural ingredients like beeswax and essential oils.
142-Piece Art Set
Encourage her inner artist with this set, which includes colored pencils, crayon pastels, and watercolors in a handsome wood case.
Geek
Superhero Bookend
Faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive, able to hold falling books with a single bound…
Tetris Stackable LED Desk Lamp
A fun and interactive light fixture that will remind her of her favorite classic video game…without the anxiety-inducing sound track.
Star Wars Plush Chewbacca
Who can resist Chewbacca? Now in a huggably soft size.
Bubblewrap Calendar
This clever poster-size calendar lets her pop her way through an entire year.
Greenthumb
AeroGarden Harvest with Gourmet Herb Seed Pod Kit
With this kit, she’ll be able to grow herbs, vegetables, and flowers year-round, right on her countertop. You probably needed more salad greens in your life anyway, right?
Succulent Living Wall Planter Kit
This succulent living wall planter kit can turn any wall into a living, breathing work of art. Big bonus: succulents require very little watering.
The Vegetable Gardener’s Bible
For the woman who is serious about growing veggies, this best-selling book shares everything she needs to know for building a thriving and bountiful vegetable garden.
7-Piece Garden Tool Set
A complete tool kit she can use to start getting her hands dirty outside.
Arty
Art Prints
Get her some framed art to brighten up her walls. If thoughtfully chosen, art can also be one of the most personal gifts you can give someone.
Custom Framed Photos
A gift she’ll be sure to appreciate. If you want to earn major points, may I suggest custom-framing a picture of the two of you or another one of her favorite personal photographs?
Canvas Photo Print
To take things up a notch, consider getting a custom canvas print. They make any photo or painting more substantial and worthy of hanging on the wall.
Pantone Watch
For the woman who just has to have her watch in a specific color like “Tile Blue,” “Lemon Chrome,” or “Sulphur Spring.”
Drinker
Moscow Mule Copper Mugs
The only proper way to drink a Moscow Mule or Dark and Stormy.
Cocktail Mixing Glass
She’ll love preparing cocktails in style with this elegant cocktail mixing glass.
Insulated Wine Bottle Clutch Bag
A smart-looking and discreet way to keep her favorite wine chilled on the go.
Unique To Coffee To Go Cup
This might be the last travel mug she ever wants to own, with its unique glass and cork design.
Bookworm
Monthly Book Club
Refresh her reading material each month. Choose from several different genres depending on her interests.
Kindle Paperwhite E-reader
Bring her reading list into the 21st century.
Audible Subscription
Great for the woman on the go, the Audible subscription ensures that she always has an audiobook to listen to. I just got Audible a few months ago, and it’s been life-changing.
Personal Library Kit
For the book lover who still can’t stop loaning out her books even though her friends do a terrible job returning them. Extra credit: have her start charging late fees to the biggest offenders.
Audiophile
Bose SoundLink Bluetooth Speaker
Listening to music never sounded so good…and never looked so sleek.
Tickets to See Her Favorite Band
Sometimes the best gift is to give her an experience, like tickets to see her favorite artist. Maybe she’ll even let you join her.
Just the Ticket: Ticket Stub Organizer
Give her a fun way to relive all of her old concerts and shows.
Portable Stereo Turntable with Built-in Speakers
For the retro enthusiast who appreciates the classic sound of music on vinyl.
Homebody
Bell Jar Table Lamp
This lamp adds the perfect amount of industrial charm to brighten up the room.
Chikuno Charcoal Purifying Cube
Because you care so much you want every breath she breathes to be the purist. And it looks like some sort of alien communication device, which is an added bonus.
Spa Day Beauty Set
Pamper her with a spa day without her ever having to leave the house.
Umbra Trigg Hanging Container
Helps bring to life her walls with 3-dimensional art and plants. My wife and I got a few of these, and they look amazing with succulents.
Alessi Mediterraneo Fruit Holder
Maybe the sexiest fruit bowl ever.
3-Piece Ceramic Jar with Bamboo Lid Set
Elegant kitchen storage she’ll be sure to appreciate.
Aromatherapy Oil Kit
Give her the gift of relaxation with this kit of essential oils.
Writer
Pineapple Lasercut Wood Journal
She’ll truly appreciate the look and feel of this handmade, laser-etched journal.
Just Write: Creating Unforgettable Fiction and a Rewarding Writing Life
For the talented writer who just needs a little nudge to start crafting magical prose. I just started reading this, and I’ve very impressed with the tips and—no surprise—what an easy read it is.
Personalized Stationery
Give her an elegant way for her to express herself in correspondence. Choose from tons of custom options for the look that just screams “her.”
Book Cover Postcards from Penguin
A collection of 100 postcards, each featuring a classic Penguin book cover. Why would she just send a postcard of Cleveland or New York when she could send the cover of The Great Gatsby?
What other great gift ideas for women can you think of? Share your thoughts in the comments below!
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