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80 Best Gift Ideas for Women That Are Perfectly Unique and Meaningful

Find just the thing for all the women in your life.

By Mekita Rivas, Hanna Flanagan and Daisy Maldonado
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Cristina Coppin

Women deserve the freaking world. We know this. But sometimes that's not possible to give. So, instead, here's the next best thing: A list of 80 unique and sentimental gift ideas that’ll make her heart sing, whether you're shopping for birthdays, bachelorettes, graduations, work anniversaries, or a holiday. Tbh, it seems like there's almost always some occasion to shop for, and you never wanna feel like you're stuck in a gift-giving rut. Instead of reaching for the same go-to's (like, ahem, last-minute gift cards), take a dive into this round-up of creative, meaningful gifts for the women in your life. As a profesh shopping editor, I know a thing or two about the best gift ideas for women.

Now, what can you expect to find in this handy-dandy lil gift guide? I've got relaxing, pampering gifts for that person who loves to unwind, cute travel presents for the one who’s always catching flights, plenty of housewarming and hostess gifts, like best-smelling candles, and soooo many pretty fashion pieces. In fact, these prezzies are so good, I wish someone would buy a few for me (jk... but not really).

If any of that sounds like it could work for the special lady in your life, keep scrolling because it's never too early to start your search. After all, no one wants to look for a last-minute gift in a stress-induced haze—or worse, buy a wilted bouquet of flowers from the grocery store.

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this chic diffuser

Vitruvi Stone Essential Oil Diffuser

Stone Essential Oil Diffuser
this chic diffuser

Vitruvi Stone Essential Oil Diffuser

Now 20% Off
$98 at Nordstrom$123 at Wayfair$123 at Anthropologie
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Treat them to the gift of a good-smelling space. The stone finish on this diffuser is really stylish, and you can snag it in several colors including black, white, eucalyptus, lavender, and cocoa.

this art-inspired watch

Swatch The Frame, by Frida Kahlo Unisex Watch

The Frame, by Frida Kahlo Unisex Watch
this art-inspired watch

Swatch The Frame, by Frida Kahlo Unisex Watch

Credit: Amazon

Speaking of badass women, Frida Kahlo is an icon, and the artists in your life will have serious heart-eyes over this one-of-a-kind watch. Not to mention, it's water resistant up to 100 feet!

this roomy travel bag

Béis The Weekender

The Weekender
this roomy travel bag

Béis The Weekender

Treat her to this cute carry-all bag for her next getaway. It’s got a ton of room to fit everything she’ll need for a quick trip, including a padded laptop sleeve, multiple interior compartments, and a separate space at the bottom for shoes or dirty laundry.

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this unique birth month necklace

Rellery Birth Flower Necklaces

Birth Flower Necklaces
this unique birth month necklace

Rellery Birth Flower Necklaces

Now 13% Off

They may already have a million zodiac necklaces, but do they have a birth flower necklace?! Introduce them to the concept with Rellery's cute birth flower pendants for each month of the year. You can even add on one of the brand's initial pendants or fun symbol charms to further personalize it!

this facial steamer

Vanity Planet Senia Hot and Cold Facial Steamer

Senia Hot and Cold Facial Steamer
this facial steamer

Vanity Planet Senia Hot and Cold Facial Steamer

Turn her home into a mini-spa with this luxe facial steamer. It can go from hot to cold to oil control and more with its six settings for a super personalized steam session.

these long-lasting roses

Venus et Fleur Petit Heart

Petit Heart
these long-lasting roses

Venus et Fleur Petit Heart

Chances are she’s seen these stunning boxes of long-lasting roses all over social media, and I’m sure she would absolutely love receiving one. When looked after properly, these stunning blooms can last at least a year. You can pick from classic rose colors like red and pink or surprise her with unique hues like yellow, lilac, or even baby blue.

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this pocket-sized safety alarm

She's Birdie The Original Personal Safety Alarm for Women

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The Original Personal Safety Alarm for Women
this pocket-sized safety alarm

She's Birdie The Original Personal Safety Alarm for Women

Now 10% Off
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Give the gift of safety and reassurance with this small but mighty safety alarm. It's super easy to use! To activate the alarm, just remove the top pin and a loud siren and strobe lights will go off. It's also small and compact, so you can bet it'll fit in their pocket, purse, or anywhere else that's discreet and easily reachable.

this pearl necklace

Joey Baby NYC Taylor Necklace

Taylor Necklace
this pearl necklace

Joey Baby NYC Taylor Necklace

Credit: Joey Baby

A freshwater pearl necklace is made even cuter with the addition of a gold lock on the front. This is one she'll wanna wear with every ensemble.

this personalized star chart

Birthdate Co. Birthdate Book

Birthdate Book
this personalized star chart

Birthdate Co. Birthdate Book

Now 17% Off

For the one on your list who's always been interested in getting her birth chart read, get her this stunning book that has 70-plus pages of detailed horoscope analysis.

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this affordable bidet

TUSHY Classic 3.0

Classic 3.0
this affordable bidet

TUSHY Classic 3.0

Now 68% Off

Okay, I know… this isn’t exactly the sexiest gift to give. But! TBH, anyone would love having a great bidet in their home that’ll leave ‘em feeling fresh and clean after, uh, handling some business. And TUSHY’s bidets, in particular, are super easy to install. The spray nozzle cleans itself before and after every use and it can easily be adjusted to make sure it hits the bum at just the right angle and with the perfect amount of pressure. How’s that for a truly bespoke experience?

this cozy Sunday situation

Brooklinen Super-Plush Robe

Super-Plush Robe
this cozy Sunday situation

Brooklinen Super-Plush Robe

Looks like self-care Sunday is about to get even better. They’ll love wrapping themselves in a soft robe for a feeling of absolute serenity.

this celebratory set

The Sip Society The Classic Box

The Classic Box
this celebratory set

The Sip Society The Classic Box

Celebrate the best way—with a celebratory glass of champagne, of course! This gift set comes with three small bottles of bubbly and a cute lil flute to toast with.

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these cool kicks

Nike Women's Air Max Pre Day

Women's Air Max Pre Day
these cool kicks

Nike Women's Air Max Pre Day

Now 46% Off

If you’re shopping for a sneaker lover, these crisp white Air Maxes will be a great addition to their collection.

this styling tool

T3 T3 Micro Edge Heated Smoothing & Styling Brush

Editor’s Choice
T3 Micro Edge Heated Smoothing & Styling Brush
this styling tool

T3 T3 Micro Edge Heated Smoothing & Styling Brush

All right, this heated styling brush is the bee’s knees. There are heated ceramic plates on either side of the bristles to add volume to the roots while keeping the strands polished and straight. Plus, it works on all hair types.

this handheld massager

TheraGun Theragun Mini 2.0

Theragun Mini 2.0
this handheld massager

TheraGun Theragun Mini 2.0

Help her release some muscle tension and de-stress with this handy-dandy massage gun. It comes with three different attachments, has three different speed levels, and is the perfect size to keep in her gym bag or take on the go.

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this accessories organizer

mDesign Stackable Storage Jewelry Box

Stackable Storage Jewelry Box
this accessories organizer

mDesign Stackable Storage Jewelry Box

These stackable trays with 20 little compartments for jewelry, accessories, makeup, and more will bring your super-organized friend SO much joy.

this pot that can do it all

Our Place Perfect Pot

Perfect Pot
this pot that can do it all

Our Place Perfect Pot

Credit: Our Place

Whether they're a wiz in the kitchen or they're an air fryer girlie trying to up their cooking skills, this ~everything~ pot will rock their world. It can be used to boil, crisp, bake, braise, roast, steam, strain, pour, serve, and even store. They'll never have to deal with a crowded stove again thanks to this bad boy.

this shell necklace

OmiWoods THE COWRIE Infinity Necklace

THE COWRIE Infinity Necklace
this shell necklace

OmiWoods THE COWRIE Infinity Necklace

Credit: Etsy

Chain necklaces are all the rage right now, so they’ll definitely feel on-trend walking around in this pretty gift.

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this wool blend shacket

Springrain Womens Plaid Flannel Shacket

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Womens Plaid Flannel Shacket
this wool blend shacket

Springrain Womens Plaid Flannel Shacket

Now 23% Off

This perfect layering piece goes with everything, which is great because she'll want to wear it all year-round.

this cult-favorite dress

SKIMS Soft Lounge Long Sleeve Dress

Soft Lounge Long Sleeve Dress
this cult-favorite dress

SKIMS Soft Lounge Long Sleeve Dress

Credit: Nordstrom

The way this SKIMS dress has won the hearts of millions of people... and it's in stock!! (IYKYK, this is almost always selling out.) It looks like a simple black dress, but its cozy stretchy material is unmatched. Plus, it's such a versatile piece that they can style for any type of occasion. You'll be blessing their closet with this one!

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Mekita Rivas
Editor

Mekita Rivas is an editor at Cosmopolitan, where she primarily covers fashion, culture, and lifestyle. She writes about everything from the best leather totes and books she can't put down to plants, podcasts, and politics. Prior to joining Cosmopolitan, she was a senior contributing fashion editor at PopSugar and Bustle. Her writing has been published in dozens of publications including The New York Times, Vogue, Harper's BAZAAR, Women's Health, Refinery29, and others. She currently splits her time between New York City and Washington, D.C. Follow Mekita on Instagram, where you'll typically find a mix of her snapshots from fashion week and various editor travels.

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Hanna Flanagan is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan, sharing her recommendations for everything from denim and eye creams to coffee mugs and silk sheets. Before joining Cosmopolitan, she wrote fashion, beauty, and lifestyle content at People (so, yes, she’s basically a professional product tester at this point). Follow her on Instagram for photos of Timothée Chalamet and #OOTD mirror pics. 

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Associate Shopping Editor

Daisy Maldonado is an associate shopping editor at Cosmopolitan who loves writing about fashion trends, must-have beauty products, and digital culture. When she's not writing, you can almost certainly find her shopping (she knows her credit card numbers by heart) or obsessing over celebrity news. Although she’s acquired an extensive closet over the years, her favorite item she owns is a Harry Styles Love On Tour hoodie she purchased at his concert in Manchester. Daisy's work has appeared on Refinery29, The Daily Beast, E! News, Allure and more. Keep up with all of her chaotic travels, NYC life and fashionable moments on her Instagram. 

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