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With so many special occasions and holidays throughout the year, you might feel, well, a bit burned out once Christmas arrives. From anniversaries to birthdays to Mother's Day, it might feel like you're always shopping for unique gifts for her. That's where our gift experts come in! To help you out, we've gathered the best gifts for women that are perfect for all ages, whether you're shopping for your wife, your girlfriend, your grandma, your mom, your sister or best friend.
Most Popular Gifts for Women
- Custom Leather Jewelry Box, $22 on Amazon
- Rechargeable Hand Warmer, $19 on Amazon
- Candle Warmer Lamp, $40 on Amazon
- Sling Bag, $28 on Amazon
- Cloud Slippers, $24 on Amazon
While we love bringing you the best of the best, we're also big believers in staying on a budget here at GH. You'll find plenty of affordable picks on this list, including gifts under $20, although you're welcome to splurge on a popular tote bag. Keep scrolling for sentimental items, useful everyday gadgets and much more that are perfect for the women who have everything.
If she gets a kick out of personalized items, she'll be thrilled to receive this faux leather jewelry box. Get it customized with her name and birth month flower for an extra special touch. Take your pick of eight colors.
If she's always cold or works outside, she'll love you for this one. After it charges, it'll keep her hands warm for up to four hours. It's even small enough to fit in her bag or pocket.
Compatible with all of her favorite candle brands, instead of using a match or lighter, she can get her favorite scent flowing with this candle warmer. Besides not having to deal with a flame, her candles should melt more evenly, too.
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Introduce her to the bag she didn't know she needed. This faux leather crossbody has two handy zip pockets and card slots to keep her essentials safe. It can also be worn as a fanny pack for extra versatility!
All the cool girls are wearing these hair clips right now, and for good reason. With their wide-tooth design, they're perfect for those days when she needs to style her hair in a pinch.
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Trust us, she'll be thanking you when she receives this gift. The beloved lip balm trio comes in tons of fun flavors like birthday cake, mango and rose. Plus, it's packed with ingredients, like castor seed oil, to keep her lips soft and supple.
Not only are these microfiber towels quick-drying — they'll completely dry her hair naturally to cut heat damage. They currently have more than 27,000 ratings on Amazon, too!
If she's a dedicated plant mom or just enjoys fresh herbs from the comfort of her home, this indoor garden is a no-fail gift. The LED glow will imitate sunlight and has a smart watering system to keep her plants hydrated.
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This ceramic catchall is a gift she'll use every day. It has a beautiful scalloped design that can be personalized with her initials and it's perfect for holding jewelry or essentials like her phone, wallet and keys.
Sephora is known for their perfume discovery sets, which include sample sizes of popular picks like Carolina Herrera Good Girl Blush Elixir and Valentino Donna Born in Roma Green Stravaganza. She'll get eight options, from floral to fruity notes. The best part? She can use the enclosed certificate to redeem a travel size of her favorite.
Quarter socks are in (to the delight of every millennial). This adorable pair is made of a soft cotton-poly blend and has arch support for extra comfort.
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Throw her straight back to Y2K with these custom neon signs, which were a huge hit with GH readers last year. With an acrylic backing, they can be customized with her name or a meaningful phrase.
Great for coffee or tea, this glass drinking cup can be personalized with the first letter of her name. It features a secure wooden lid to prevent spills and a stainless steel straw to cut down on waste.
She'll be snuggly all winter long with this cozy wearable Sherpa blanket. First seen on "Shark Tank," it's been selling lightning-fast on Amazon ever since and it's available in a convenient one-size-fits-all design.
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Give her what she really wants this year — a useful heating pad. This cute avocado design can simply be popped into the microwave for one minute to soothe painful cramps during that time of the month.
We weren't surprised when this travel backpack became a best-seller among Good Housekeeping readers. Available in different colors, she can easily go from the gym to the airport, thanks to the compartments (including one just for her shoes!). Another bonus? It features a detachable crossbody bag that she can wear on the go.
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She's likely been eyeing another version of this set, which costs a pretty penny. Luckily, you can get her a nearly-identical look (and fit, according to Amazon customers), for under $50.
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We can see her sporting this during every Hot Girl Walk (IYKYK). We love the bright pink puffer, but there are over 10 different colors to pick from. "I can't help but gush about how much I love it! If you're into chic and cropped styles, this vest is an absolute must-have," one Amazon reviewer said.
She's going to be obsessed with this makeup bag, whether she uses it for home or travel. The outside offers such a luxe look, while the inside has enough space and compartments for everything she needs.
Cailey Lindberg
Commerce Editor, Gifts & Lifestyle
Cailey Lindberg (she/her) is a writer and editor with over a decade of experience covering products, lifestyle, entertainment and food. Before joining Good Housekeeping in 2022, she was a staff writer at USA Today's shopping network, Reviewed.com.