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We rounded up 79 thoughtful gifts to give your girlfriend, from keepsake jewelry to helpful tech and fitness accessories.
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Giving gifts as a couple is always a lot of fun. Not only is any gift that comes from you super special, but you also know your girlfriend better than anyone else: What brings them the most joy, what hobbies they want to get into, and which pet peeves they want to tackle.
No matter the occasion, it’s a safe bet that you’ll want to get her something she’ll cherish — whatever your budget. We put together a list of over 70 gift ideas to get the ball rolling, from personalized perfume to a cozy weighted blanket.
The 79 best gifts for your girlfriend in 2022
Urban Outfitters
We’re Not Really Strangers Card Game, available at Amazon, Target, and Urban Outfitters, from $22.90
This card game, from the popular Instagram account We’re Not Really Strangers, is designed to enhance connections between people with different levels: perceptions, connection, and reflection. Not only is it a card game you haven’t played before, but it’s also a thoughtful activity you can enjoy with your girlfriend.
Uncommon Goods
“Eat What You Watch Cookbook” by Andrea Rea, available at Uncommon Goods and Amazon, from $22.49
Dinner and a movie: a classic pairing. Inspire future date nights with the “Eat What You Watch Cookbook.” It has 41 as-seen-on-the-big-screen recipes — think hazelnut gelato from “Roman Holiday” and double-decker New York style pizza inspired by “Saturday Night Fever” that you can prepare together for movie night.
Williams Sonoma
Imperia Pasta Machine, available at Williams Sonoma and Amazon, from $59.99
Bring the pasta maker and the fixings to make a delicious meal together. It’s relatively easy to get the hang of, and you can enjoy quality time with the bonus of incredible ravioli or fettuccine on the other end of it.
Framebridge
Framed photo, available at Framebridge, from $45
Gift Card, available at Framebridge, from $25
Framebridge makes custom framing a bit more affordable. 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.
Grafomap
Custom Map Poster, available at Grafomap, from $19
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.
Our Place
Always Pan, available at Our Place, Anthropologie, and Goop, $145
If you’re spending more time at home cooking together — or re-organizing the kitchen — she may appreciate a good 8-in-1 cookware hack.
The Always Pan from startup Our Place is a frying pan, saute pan, steamer, skillet, saucier, saucepan, non-stick pan, spatula, and spoon rest in the space of a single pan. In other words, a clever generalist that’s extremely convenient for small spaces or minimalist cooks. You can read our review here.
Amazon
Anker Nebula Capsule Smart Mini Projector, available at Amazon and Walmart, $299.99
This is one of the most portable (and affordable) projectors. It’s about the size of a soda can, weighs one pound, and has crisp image quality and 360° sound. Use it at home or bring it with you on your travels. Find a full review of the Anker Nebula Capsule here.
Amazon
BestSelf Co. Self Journal, available at BestSelf and Amazon, from $31.99
The Self Journal is an undated, 13-week planner that’s designed for daily use and quarterly planning. It helps its owner break projects and goals into manageable chunks. We love it.
If she’s working towards a big goal, this could be a really thoughtful resource — especially if it’s the kind of goal you can’t help her achieve otherwise.
Amazon
YnM Weighted Blanket, available at Amazon, Target, and Walmart, from $49.99
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.
Uncommon Goods
Personalized Family Mugs, available at Uncommon Goods, from $32
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 if you’d like.
Urban Stems
Flower Bouquets, available at Urban Stems, from $32
Send flowers to her doorstep. We’re fans of UrbanStems; Its bouquets are one of the best things we’ve ever tested.
If you’re looking for something that won’t be gone after a couple of weeks, you’ll also find options for potted plants and low-maintenance, decor-friendly dried bouquets.
Etsy
Succession Cousin Greg Birthday Card, available at Etsy, from $4.29
You could pick up a card from Walgreens on your way to exchange gifts, but it’s so much more thoughtful if you think ahead. For that, we suggest heading to Etsy for affordable, creative, and unique gifts.
As Cousin Greg said, “if it is to be said, so it is…”
Cameo
Cameo Video Messages, available at Cameo, from $1
Whether it’s your girlfriend’s 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.
Leon & George
Silver Evergreen, available at Leon & George, from $149
Leon & George is a San Francisco startup that will send beautiful plants — potted in stylish, minimalist pots — to your girlfriend’s 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.
Amazon
Amazon Kindle Paperwhite, available at Amazon and Target, $139.99
If your girlfriend is a reader, we’d suggest looking at Amazon’s new Kindle Paperwhite; it’s the company’s 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.
Artifact Uprising
Large Format Prints, available at Artifact Uprising, from $19
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 $1.45 per custom card. You can also make a color series photo book for $22, a set of prints for $9, and a personalized calendar on a handcrafted wood clipboard for $30.
Amazon
Dermal Sheet Mask Set, available at Amazon and Walmart, from $22.99
Grab 39 sheet masks to make it easier for your girlfriend 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.
Nordstrom
Kacey Musgraves and Boy Smells Slow Burn Candle, available at Boy Smells, Nordstrom, and Sephora, $46
Kacey Musgrave’s collaboration with Boy Smells, a popular emergent candle brand, is woody and dark, with hints of smoked papyrus and amber with ginger and black pepper.
We also love Otherland if you’re looking for a gift from another on-the-rise startup she may have seen ads for online. For traditional candles, we’d recommend going with Le Labo, Diptyque, and Byredo if they’re within your budget.
Amazon
Art 101 215-Piece Wood Art Set, available at Amazon, Walmart, and Staples, from $36.71
If your girlfriend loves to create art, this 215-Piece art kit includes everything she’ll need for projects: crayons, colored pencils, oil pastels, fine line markers, watercolor cakes, and acrylic paint.
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Order her favorite specialty foods using Goldbelly, from $28
Goldbelly makes it possible to satisfy your girlfriend’s 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.
Atlas Tea Club
Tea Subscription (6 months), available at Atlas Tea Club, $99
This subscription sends your girlfriend single-origin teas from the best tea-growing regions in the world for six months. She’ll get two delicious options sent to her home each month.
MasterClass
Annual Membership, available at MasterClass, from $180/year
We love MasterClass because it kind of feels like entertainment. Classes are short, there’s no homework, and she can listen to just the audio like it’s a podcast.
The site hosts classes taught by well-known celebrities and industry leaders — from Neil deGrasse Tyson teaching Scientific Thinking and Communication to Malcolm Gladwell on Writing, Shonda Rhimes on Writing for Television, and Bob Iger on Business Strategy and Leadership. You can read our full review here.
Hydro Flask
Hydro Flask Mug, 12 oz, available at Hydro Flask, REI and Amazon, $27.95
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.
MeUndies
Matching Underwear, available at MeUndies, $40
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.
Amazon
Tile Pro, available at Amazon, Target, and Walmart, $34.99
When your girlfriend can’t find her phone, all she has to do is click the Tile button to make her phone ring, even if it’s on silent. We’ve found them especially useful for travel.
Outdoor Voices
Outdoor Voices The Exercise Dress, available at Outdoor Voices and Nordstrom, from $60
Given the popularity of the Exercise Dress, we wouldn’t be surprised if this was on your girlfriend’s wish list. The Exercise Dress is comfortable, versatile, and cute — which has made it a cult-favorite item. If she’s a fan of dresses, Outdoor Voices, or clothes she can wear all day long, this may be a good option.
Glossier
Glossier You Perfume, available at Glossier, $64
Gift your girl another opportunity to indulge in her personal beauty with this unique perfume. I has notes of pink pepper, woodsy ambrette seeds, and fresh iris — but also produces a scent unique to the wearer, making it the ultimate personal fragrance.
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Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen) with Charging Case, available at Target, Amazon, and Apple from $239.99
We love Apple’s AirPods Pro for Apple users. They’re no-hassle, work with Apple products, have decent sound and noise cancellation, are water-resistant, have a wireless charging case, and feel more comfortable than standard AirPods. You’ll find more wireless earbuds we love here.
Amazon
Sony WH-1000XM4 Headphones, available at Amazon, Best Buy, and Target, from $348
If your girlfriend is into music, the best gift is the one that improves her everyday music-listening experience. For that, we recommend our favorite noise-canceling headphones — Sony’s WH-1000XM4 — that balance sound quality, noise cancellation, and comfort at a solid price.
You can find more good noise-canceling headphone options here.
Brooklinen
Luxe Hardcore Sheet Bundle, available at Brooklinen, from $245.03
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 plenty of 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 a soft, smooth 480-thread-count weave.
Fully
Fully Jarvis Bamboo Standing Desk, available at Fully and Amazon, from $483.65
If she’s working from home, your girlfriend might love a home office upgrade the most. We ranked the Fully Jarvis the best standing desk; it provides the right blend of features and reliable performance. Its customizations for style, height, and accessories make it adaptable to pretty much any need.
Milk Bar
Milk Bar Treats, available at Milk Bar, from $27
If your girlfriend has a sweet tooth, send her Milk Bar — the company delivers its iconic and decadent cakes, cookies, and truffles to her doorstep.
Brightland
Awake Olive Oil, available at Brightland, Nordstrom, and Crate & Barrel, from $36.95
Brightland’s olive oils make great gifts for cooks and anyone else 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.
Mejuri
Amethyst Flat Sphere Studs, available at Mejuri, $148
If your girlfriend wears jewelry, birthstone earrings that she can keep forever are a thoughtful, personalized gift she’ll wear often.
Driftaway Facebook
Coffee Subscription (3-Month), available at Driftaway Coffee, from $54
If your girlfriend 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.
Lodge
Lodge Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven, available at Amazon, Walmart, and Target, from $72.90
Did your girlfriend get into baking bread and, miraculously, stay committed to it? If so, a really nice Dutch oven can help elevate her experience. You can get something great for under $100, or you can splurge on a beautiful Le Creuset. Other meaningful upgrades include a cooling rack, according to the famous baker Apollonia Poilâne.
Bombas
Women’s Performance Running Ankle Sock 3-Pack, available at Bombas, $49.50
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.
Daily Harvest
Gift Card, available at Daily Harvest, from $50
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 most of my healthy eating roadblocks.
Away
The Carry-On, available at Away, from $275
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.
Best Buy
Dyson Airwrap Complete Styler, available at Best Buy, Dyson, and Amazon, from $579.99
The Dyson Airwrap is a minor internet celebrity — so it might already be on your girlfriend’s wish list. It replaces three hair devices (blow dryer, straightener, and curling iron) and uses a technology similar to jet engines. In the end, it’s a way to get a salon-grade blowout at home, and different attachments let her achieve different styles. Find a Dyson Airwrap review with photos here.
But, the cost is a whopping $549, and there are some decent alternatives on the market for far less ($30-$150). If you’re looking for a less splashy gift, the Dyson Hair Dryer is also excellent.
Winc
Gift Card, available at Winc, from $50
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.
Stone and Strand
Elliptical Pearl Huggies, available at Stone and Strand, $250
Pearls are timeless, but they’re also one of the jewelry trends we’re keeping an eye on in 2022. This pair, from the women-led startup Stone and Strand, is made with 14K gold with freshwater pearls.
Cuyana
Leather Jewelry Case, available at Cuyana, $98 (+ $15 for monogram)
Keeping track of tiny and delicate jewelry is difficult — but jewelry cases are a pretty and useful solution. This is a thoughtful and personalized gift, especially if you’ve gotten your girlfriend jewelry in the past, or plan to in the future. It’s made from premium leather, comes in many colors, and can be monogrammed with her initials. Cuyana is a cool leather bag startup she may have already heard of.
Parachute
Classic Turkish Cotton Robe, available at Parachute, $109
We think the Parachute Classic Turkish Cotton Robe is the best robe on the market. It’s soft, fluffy, and absorbent like a towel. It’s also got nice deep pockets and a secure waist tie.
Felix Gray
Faraday Glasses, available at Felix Gray, from $95
If she’s ever complained about strain from constant screens, you can help mitigate it with a pair of blue-light-blocking glasses. They might even help with sleep.
Allbirds
Women’s Wool Runners, available at Allbirds, $110
The classic Wool Runners make a great gift for the uninitiated, though we’d also highly recommend the brand’s casual cup sole Wool Piper for everyday wear if that’s more your partner’s style. You can find our full review of the Runners here, and the Wool Pipers here.
Amazon
Amish Country Popcorn Gift Set, available at Amazon, $21.99
Pop some popcorn, stock up on your girlfriend’s favorite movie candy and some fun drinks ahead of time (wrap them for an extra wow-factor), and create your own in-house cinema experience. This set comes with six different types of popcorn, so you can make an experience out of trying each kind together.
Amazon
Sonos Move, available at Best Buy, Target, and Sonos, from $399
The Sonos Move is one of the best speakers on the market. It’s powerful, can be controlled by 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.
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Satin-Lined Beanie, available at Kink & Coil, $33.46
Most people with naturally curly hair avoid wearing hats to reduce frizz, but Kink and Coil’s satin-lined beanie solves that issue. Just like a silk pillowcase or a bonnet, the inside of the beanie is designed to protect your hair from frizz and damage. On top of that, the pom-pom can be removed, if she’d prefer to wear the hat without it.
We spoke with a trichologist to learn more about how satin- and silk-lined beanies can benefit anyone with curly or high-porosity hair.
Airbnb
Airbnb Gift Card, available at Airbnb, from $25
If you want to gift an experience you and your girlfriend can enjoy together, grab a card, a gift card to Airbnb, and come up with a few location ideas to choose from.
You can also book a hotel in your city on Booking.com or Expedia for a sweet staycation.
Dagne Dover
Hunter Toiletry Bag, available at Dagne Dover, from $45
Dagne Dover is quickly becoming one of the best women’s handbag companies to know, and its toiletry pouches are a great and relatively affordable gift. The small size holds a handful of go-to toiletries, and the large should have enough space for all of the grooming essentials.
Aurate
Diamond Bezel Necklace, available at Aurate, $320
This is something your girlfriend will wear and own forever. A delicate diamond necklace is an essential piece and will (probably) never go out of style. This option is from one of our favorite startups, AUrate — an ethical fine jewelry startup founded by two women from the Netherlands and Morocco, respectively.
Uncommon Goods
Granny Square Crochet Scarf, available at Uncommon Goods, $78
This classic, square-shaped accessory brings back everything we remember from Granny’s house. Each handmade cube features a detailed star pattern in shades of ivory, brown, and green — complete with yarn tassels to complement any look.
Amazon
Olaplex No. 3 Hair Repairing Treatment, available at Amazon, Ulta, and Sephora, $30
This is one gift that will have your girlfriend asking you, “how did you know about this?” If Olaplex isn’t already in her shower, it might be on her wish list. The Olaplex No. 3 is good for any hair type and is meant to reduce breakage and strengthen hair from within.
Everlane
Perform Leggings, available at Everlane, $68
Everlane’s Perform Leggings are some of our all-time favorites — they’re breathable and silky, like a slightly less expensive version of Alo leggings. You can read a full review of the Everlane Perform Leggings and see pictures of them here.
Everlane
The Cashmere Crew, available at Everlane, $145
For a closet staple she’ll own for years to come, Everlane’s $120 Cashmere Crew (available in various colors) is about the safest choice you can make. Everlane has plenty of great gifts (you can find the Everlane basics we wear repeatedly here), so you can’t really go wrong.
Patagonia
Patagonia Women’s Better Sweater, available at Patagonia, REI, and Dick’s Sporting Goods, $149
Patagonia makes our favorite athleisure options overall, and that definitely includes the Better Sweater. It works in pretty much any environment — in the office, at home, on a hike, or on a casual night out — and has zippered pockets to keep hands warm in the cold months. We’re also big fans of the 1/4 Zip option.
Fitbit
Fitbit Inspire 2, available at Best Buy, Amazon, and Walmart, from $62.25
Fitbit’s affordable Inspire 2 tracker has no shortage of useful features to keep someone informed about their physical activity — tracking calorie burn, resting heart rate, and heart rate zones.
Caraa Sport
Studio Tote, available at Caraa, $248
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. It also has a hidden shoe compartment and a waterproof and antimicrobial lining. You can read our full review of this bag here.
Classpass
ClassPass Gift Card, available at ClassPass, from $5
Boutique fitness classes are expensive, which can make trying new workouts — either for variety or to figure out what we like — less appealing.
ClassPass solves both issues. It’s relatively affordable, and members can access a neverending catalog of great workouts with small class sizes. If your partner is getting back into fitness after over a year of at-home workouts, we’d highly recommend a gift card here for whenever they’re ready to use it.
Nordstrom
Birkenstocks, available at Nordstrom, Birkenstock, and Zappos, from $110
If your girlfriend wears the unbelievably comfortable Birkenstocks most days, she might appreciate a new, unblemished pair. They’re also in style.
Amazon
Foreo Luna Play Plus 2, available at Foreo, Ulta, and Amazon, from $49
In the category of things your girlfriend may love but hasn’t asked for yet: Foreo facial brushes. Our team swears by these gentle yet effective cleansing devices. 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 your partner can maintain their skincare routine while traveling.
Aquis
Aquis Rapid Dry Lisse Hair Towel, available at Amazon, Anthropologie, and Bergdorf Goodman, from $29.99
Aquis’ cult-favorite hair towels can cut the amount of time it takes for her 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.
Sephora
Drunk Elephant T.L.C. Sukari Babyfacial, available at Sephora, Ulta, and Amazon, from $64.94
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 your girlfriend can use anytime — which is a fraction of the price required for regular facials.
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3-Month Subscription, available at Book of the Month, $49.99
If she’s a bookworm, 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).
Manduka
Manduka Yogitoes Yoga Mat Towel, available at Amazon, Manduka, and Dick’s Sporting Goods, from $48.84
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.
TB12
Vibrating Pliability Roller, available at TB12, $160
If your girlfriend is very physically active, a foam roller is a nice gift to aid in her workout recovery and soreness. This one is our favorite because it has four levels of vibration, a pattern that targets muscle groups, and a durable exterior. But, if your budget doesn’t fit a $160 foam roller, never fear — we like some under-$50 options too.