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Gift giving can be stress-inducing, especially when you’re looking for something that’ll excite and delight. Many often believe that the bigger the price tag, the more worthy the gift, but that isn’t always the case! We’ve done the digging for you and have found unique, one-of-a-kind items perfect for every personality.
Whether it’s a girl friend, girlfriend, new flame, or twin flame, we have you covered. From specialty yoga guides to unique vintage botanical aprons, here are some options for affordable gifts under $50 for that special someone.
The 58 best affordable gifts for her under $50:
Lush
Relax Gift Set, available at Lush, $45
Best for: The woman who needs a night off
Pamper her with this Lush gift set filled with body scrubs, soaps, moisturizers, and more. She will appreciate the beautiful, reusable gift box and all the goodies inside.
Amazon
Waitu Wearable Blanket, available at Amazon, from $29.99
Best for: The coziness lover
The sherpa lining will keep her toasty no matter what she’s doing around the house. Don’t know her size? That’s not a problem with this oversized wearable blanket.
Cameo
Personalized video message, starting at $1, available at Cameo
Best for: The pop culture fanatic
Cameo has tons of famous people she might want a personalized video message from. There’s something for almost everyone on Cameo, with prices as low as $1. You can choose a category, like reality TV or athletes, and filter by price and how long it takes to get a response.
Read more about Cameo and how to use Cameo.
Amazon
Lagunamoon Essential Oils Gift Set, available at Amazon, $9.98
Best for: The soothing fragrance fan
Show her how much you know her by gifting her a custom essential oil set. Whether these are scents you know she’ll love or specific oils for stress relief or sleep, she’ll appreciate this thoughtful gift.
Getty Museum Store
Herbarium Apron, available at The Getty, $26.95
Best for: The chef who grows her own herbs
If she has a green thumb and/or is the captain of the kitchen, this apron is perfect. Featuring vintage botanical illustrations with handwritten names of the flora and fauna pictured, this apron also has a conveniently large front pocket and adjustable straps. Plus, the navy fabric is perfect for use in the garden or in the kitchen, capable of disguising the various splatters encountered in both areas.
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Custom Maps, available at Grafomaps, from $19
Best for: The nostalgist
A custom map of their hometown, college town, or favorite getaway is sure to brighten up the room (and make them tear up).
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Royal Craft Wood Luxury Bathtub Caddy Tray, available at Amazon, $22.97
Best for: The bathtime reader
Sometimes a bath is all anyone really wants, and what better than a tray to accommodate everything she could possibly need to enter full relaxation mode?
Mark & Graham
Palm-Leaf Clutch, monogrammed (or personalized), available at Mark and Graham, from $49
Best for: The one on the go
Buying accessories, especially something like a bag or purse, can be tricky, but an understated piece like this, with the added touch of a monogram, has a place in most wardrobes.
Warmies
Sheep Warmies Wrap, available at Warmies, $29.99
Best for: The one with a soft spot for stuffed animals
Give the gift of adorable warmth. Designed as a neck wrap but perfect for laying across your stomach (hello cramps), these Warmies are capable of being heated in the microwave or chilled in the freezer for hours of comfort. Stuffed with dried French lavender, the scent also helps in calming and soothing, adding an extra oomph to her new cuddle buddy.
Pasolivo
Classic Extra Virgin Olive Oil, available at Pasolivo, $47.95
Best for: The EVOO enthusiast
There may be no more versatile gift for the home cook than a bottle of good olive oil. Whatever they’re into cooking or prepping, this bottle’ll go to good use.
United By Blue
Ultimate Bison Socks, available at United by Blue, $44
Best for: The one who likes practical gifts
If these don’t help get her through the winter, nothing will. Made with a blend of wool, down, nylon, and spandex, they’re the perfect combination of warmth and stretch.
The Sill
Hoya Heart, available at The Sill, $48
Best for: The aspiring plant parent
For plant newbies, there’s nothing better than to start with tiny, low-maintenance plants. Marked by the brand as a great option for plant parenting beginners, this heart-shaped cutie will be delivered straight to her doorstep.
Amazon
Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer & Volumizer Hot Air Brush, available at Amazon, $32.49
Best for: The one who spends a fortune on blowouts
This all-in-one hairdryer from Revlon garnered a large following online. It rivals luxury hair tools at a fraction of the price and is a gamechanger for cutting down on time and heat damage to your hair without sacrificing your look.
Read our full review of the Revlon One-Step Hair Dryer and Volumizer Hot Air Brush here.
Uncommon Goods
Birth Month Flower Grow Kit, available at Uncommon Goods, $36
Best for: The gardener
For a twist on the traditional bouquet, give her this flower kit that’s an easy and fun project. She’ll appreciate the personal touch of choosing her birth month flower, whether it be a sunflower, daisy, or marigold.
REI
“The Outdoor Adventurer’s Guide to Yoga: Practices for Strong and Balanced Hiking, Climbing, Paddling, and Cycling” by Jana Kilgore, available at Amazon and REI, from $19.52
Best for: The adventurous yogi
When we’re in the great outdoors, we want to BE in the great outdoors. No tech, no stress, just pure joy. This guide is the ideal companion to enjoy a tech-free yoga sesh before, during, and after any great outdoor adventures. Filled with 88 poses with instructive photos, tips, and detailed descriptions as well as 21 specific flows and postures all designed to cover core yoga concepts in relation to outdoor sports, this guide is perfect for the yogi in your life.
Catbird
Catbird Two Souls Bracelet in Baby Blue, available at Catbird, $24
Best for: The sentimental one
There’s nothing quite like pearls, and this simple but elegant bracelet has a couple nestled together.
Amazon
An Echo Dot (4th generation), available at Amazon, $34.99
Best for: The tech newbie
Maybe she needs something better than her phone or her laptop to play music. This isn’t exactly a booming sound system by any means, but it will more than suffice.
Mixbook
Photo Book, available at Mixbook, from $19.99
Best for: The photographer
Get a little sentimental by commemorating their life highlights with this custom photo book, which we ranked as the most user-friendly photo book service.
Uncommon Goods
History by Mail 6-Month Subscription, available at Uncommon Goods, from $40
Best for: The history buff
Once a month for six months, this mail subscription service will send detailed replicas of historical documents, like Albert Einstein’s correspondence with FDR. A team of archivists digs up fascinating historical documents, and graphic designers replicate them — handwriting, signatures, and all.
Nordstrom
Street Level Reversible Faux Leather Tote and Wristlet, available at Nordstrom, $49
Best for: The practical purse wearer
A plain tote may seem like a boring gift, but this one is reversible and features a detachable wristlet. You’re getting three different bags for $50. It’s a utilitarian gift with a fashion-friendly twist.
Under Armour
Women’s UA Tech Twist V-Neck, available at Under Armour, $19.98
Best for: The athlete
This bestselling workout shirt from Under Armour will keep them moving with four-way stretch construction and quick-drying, sweat-wicking fabric. Its looser fit makes it comfortable, and it comes in 15 colors.
Baggu
Standard Baggu, available at Baggu, from $14
Best for: The trendsetter
This tote is a convenient and sturdy way to store whatever she needs while she’s out on the town or running errands.
The Little Market
Chocolate Flight, available at The Little Market, $5 per bar
Best for: The chocolate lover
The chocolate connoisseur in your life will savor this gift box of four dark chocolate bars from Madagascar. She can indulge in flavors like Salted Almond, 80% Dark, Toasted Coconut, and Sea Salt, but you can also opt out of specific flavors to fit her taste preferences.
Uncommon Goods
New York Times Custom Front Page Puzzle, available at Uncommon Goods, from $55
Best for: The journalist
Celebrate her special day — birthday, anniversary, or milestone — with this interactive memento. Enter any date since 1851 and find the New York Times front page printed from that exact date.
Uncommon Goods
Birth Month Flower Paint-by-Number Kit, available at Uncommon Goods, $30
Best for: The artist
If she’s artistic — or strives to be — she’ll appreciate this painting kit that anyone can follow with ease. Creating her work of art will take up to three hours, but she’ll end up with a frame-worthy masterpiece.
Bean Box
A coffee and tea tasting box, available at Bean Box, from $19
Best for: The caffeine lover
For your favorite fan of both morning beverages, Bean Box offers a gift box with four coffees and four teas.
Amazon
KleverCase Kindle Paperwhite Case, available at Amazon, from $29.95
Best for: The one who customizes everything
You’ll find many classic book covers cleverly printed onto Kindle cases, along with one that looks like an unmarked leather-bound book. All she has to do is pop it on her e-reader.
Food52
Airtight Silicone Lids (Set of 5), available at Food52, $24
Best for: The stressed cook
If she enjoys cooking, chances are she’s probably spent a good amount of time trying to find the right container and lid for her leftovers. These silicone lids are a snap. All you have to do is pop one over a bowl or baking dish, and you get an airtight seal for easy storage in the fridge.
Amazon
Takeya Patented Deluxe Cold Brew Iced Coffee Maker, available at Amazon, $27.99
Best for: The every-day coffee brewer
Caffeine lovers who can’t get enough of their favorite drink tend to spend a lot of money at coffee shops to get their fix. Make it easier for her to drink cold brew at home with this simple-to-use brewing pitcher.
Read our full review of the Takeya Patented Deluxe Cold Brew Ice Coffee Maker here.
Uncommon Goods
Wine Soaps (Set of 4), available at Uncommon Goods, $30
Best for: The one who loves a nice bath soap
This all-natural vegan soap mimics red and white wines with its oils and scents, offering a unique way to wind down after a long day. The set includes chardonnay, cabernet, pinot noir, and pinot grigio.
Amazon
Alexa-Enabled Smart Plug, available at Amazon, $24.99
Best for: The techie
This voice-controlled smart plug allows her to control lights, chargers, and whatever else she wants through Alexa. She can also use the Alexa app to turn the outlets on and off if she doesn’t have an Echo.
Amazon
PopSockets, available at Amazon, from $9.97
Best for: The one always dropping her phone
PopSocket Grips are an inexpensive but extremely useful gift she’ll be happy to have. She can stick them on the back of her phone, Kindle, iPad, or any other device to create a comfortable grip that allows her to hold her device one-handed.
Scentbird
Perfume 3-Month Subscription, available at Scentbird $48
Best for: The fresh scent enthusiast
If she loves to switch up her scents, Scentbird is an affordable service that lets her choose a month’s supply of perfume from thousands of well-known and new fragrances. With a three-month subscription, she can try something new or stick to the ones she knows and loves.
Book of the Month Club
Book of the Month Subscription, available at Book of the Month, from $49.99
Best for: The avid reader
Each month, this service curates five book choices — some of them early release — and she’ll choose her favorite. The service will send the book directly to her. She can also skip a month if she’s behind on her reading.
The Grommet
Smart Handbag Light and Charger, available at Uncommon Goods, $35.95
Best for: The one with the dying phone
No more frantically searching for gum or lip balm at the bottom of her giant tote bag — this little light can be attached to her keychain or even a zipper on her bag so she can easily see everything in its depths. It can also charge her phone.
Rocksbox
Jewelry Subscription Box, available at Rocksbox, $21 per month
Best for: The noncommital accessorizer
It’s hard to gift jewelry she’ll love, so give her options. This monthly subscription box offers three pieces of jewelry for rent, according to her style. From a choker necklace to statement earrings, the choices are vast. The monthly membership allows her to wear and swap sets whenever she likes, with the option to buy them for an additional price.
Amazon
Joseph Joseph Adjustable Rolling Pin, available at Amazon, from $24.99
Best for: The baker
Anyone who loves to bake will appreciate this adjustable rolling pin that allows for more precision with dough thickness. All she’ll have to do is remove or add the different-sized rings and let them guide her.
Amazon
Felt Like Sharing Felt Letter Board, available at Amazon, from $20.95
Best for: The Instagrammer
Sporting events, holidays, parties — there are a ton of occasions during which these come in handy. She’ll also love being able to play around with it day to day at home with her favorite lyrics, phrases, or even messages to roommates.
Amazon
Vacu Vin Wine Saver, available at Amazon, $16.30
Best for: The one who barely finishes a glass
Sometimes you just can’t finish the bottle of wine. That’s when the Vacu Vin comes in. It’s a simple, small gadget that removes the oxygen from your open bottle and gives it an airtight seal to preserve freshness and prevent oxidation.
Otherland
Candles, available at Otherland, $36
Best for: The candle collector
An Otherland candle makes for one of the best gifts you can give for any occasion. They come beautifully packaged, and they feature scents that are complex and rich.
Uncommon Goods
My Life Story So Far, available at Uncommon Goods, $32
Best for: The enigma
This book is like a guided journal for her to record her memories, accomplishments, and experiences. No matter her age, it’s something she’ll undoubtedly enjoy keeping track of and sharing with others.
Herbivore Botanicals
Coco Rose Exfoliating Body Scrub, available at Sephora, $38
Best for: The one who loves a lux body scrub
Pamper her with this coconut-and-rose-infused body scrub that gently exfoliates. It’ll leave her skin feeling soft and moisturized – not to mention she’ll smell wonderful wherever she goes. You can read more about this product in our guide to the best body scrubs.
Amazon
Trtl Neck Pillow, available at Amazon, $44.99
Best for: The constant traveler
If she goes on a lot of trips (or has travel anxiety), the gift of comfort is one she’ll appreciate.
Uncommon Goods
Travel Cord Roll, available at Uncommon Goods, $20
Best for: The heavy packer
Frequent travelers need a way to keep all their cords and cables organized. This leather roll-up organizer has eight slots for cords and headphones, plus a pouch where your charger base can fit.
Uncommon Goods
Birthstone Wishing Balls, available at Uncommon Goods, $35
Best for: The goal-setter
These lovely, handblown glass balls have a small hole at the base. Your giftee writes a wish or achievement on one of the 52 included slips of paper. A year later, she’ll have a display piece full of meaning.
Anthropologie
“The Bucket List” by Kath Stathers, available at Amazon, $20.99
Best for: The adventurer
This worldwide bucket list won’t cure her wanderlust, but it’ll definitely provide her inspiration and fodder for planning her travels.
Nordstrom
Fresh Sugar Tinted Lip Treatment, available at Nordstrom, $24
Best for: The lipstick lover
If her beauty preferences tend to be more natural, she likely loves a good tinted lip balm. Fresh makes some of the best — the color options are universally flattering, and the formula is smooth, hydrating, and buttery. We’ve even named this the best option with SPF in our guide to the best tinted lip balms.
Amazon
TRIBE Water-Resistant Arm Band, available at Amazon, $14.98
Best for: The jogger
If she loves to run or spends a lot of time at the gym, this top-rated armband will be a lifesaver. Just make sure you know what model phone she carries, as the sizing may differ.
Birchbox
3-Month Gift Subscription, availble at Birchbox, $45
Best for: The makeup collector
Birchbox is a skincare and makeup subscription that sends tons of beauty samples to test out and play around with. If she loves any of them, she can easily buy the full-sized version through the service. You can opt to give a longer subscription if you’d like.
Maison Miru
Shooting Star Open Hoop Earrings, available at Maison Miru, $50
Best for: The minimalist
So many people on the Insider Reviews team have a pair of these open hoops. Their horseshoe shape is just different enough to set them apart, while tiny, twinkly cubic zirconias catch the light to add a bit of sparkle.
Piecework Puzzles
Power Lunch Puzzle, available at Piecework Puzzles, $13.30
Best for: The puzzler
This puzzle features a stunning photo that she’ll want to hang up when she’s done.
Amazon
PowerCore 10,000mAh External Battery, available at Amazon, $25.99
Best for: The one who likes to think ahead
A good external battery is one of those practical gifts she probably needs but won’t buy herself. Treat her to a good one that holds enough juice to charge her iPhone three times or her Galaxy twice.
L.L.Bean
Wicked Plush Throw, available at L.L.Bean, from $29.95
Best for: The couch cuddler
This blanket has been a fan favorite for a while, which is why L.L.Bean carries this new and improved version. The brand made the blanket even softer with 100% polyester that’s been brushed on both sides. It’s so soft she’ll want to be wrapped in it at all times, which is why we’ve also included it in our guide to the best throw blankets.
Sur La Table
Online Cooking Classes, available at Sur La Table, from $29 per household
Best for: The budding chef
With Sur La Table’s virtual cooking classes, she can follow along with expert chefs live from the comfort of her kitchen. These hands-on 90- to 120-minute classes cover everything from seasonal dishes to cocktails and desserts.
Pottery Barn
Wood Marble Wine Cooler, available at Crate & Barrel, $31.96
Best for: The dinner host
This elegant marble-wood bottle holder keeps her favorite wine cool for hours on end. When she isn’t staging it next to a charcuterie board, the holder is just a bouquet away from doubling as a vase.
We Are Knitters
Braille Beanie Knitting Kit, available at We Are Knitters, $30.80
Best for: The DIYer
Whether she’s new to knitting or a long-time pro, this crafty beanie kit has everything she needs — from the yarn, to the needles and, of course, the instructions.
Sugarfina
Custom Four-Piece Candy Bento Box, available at Sugarfina, $38
Best for: The one with the sweettooth
Satisfy her sweet tooth with a custom box of candy. Sugarfina’s candies are distinctly “adult” — but she’ll still feel like a kid when she digs into a box of rosé gummies.
West Elm
The Vintage Vogue Linea Coasters (Set of 4), available at West Elm, $29
Best for: The meticulous home decorator
A clever way to keep her home clean and stylish is with these minimalist, chic coasters.