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76 Best Gifts for Women to Make Her Feel the Love

No matter her age or the occasion, treat her to something extra thoughtful.

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With so many special occasions and holidays that take place throughout the year, it can start to feel like you're always on the hunt for fresh gift ideas. From anniversaries to birthdays, Mother's Day to Christmas, shopping for all the women in your life is no easy feat — especially if the woman in question is someone who already has everything she needs.

That's where our gift experts come in: To help you out, we've curated this comprehensive guide to the most popular gifts
for women of all ages, whether you're shopping for your wife, your girlfriend, your grandma, your mom, your sister or your BFF.

And because we're big believers in staying on budget here at GH, we've made sure that there are plenty of affordable picks on this list too, including lots of gifts under $20 (you're welcome to splurge on a custom birth date necklace, though). From sentimental personalized items to practical, everyday gadgets, we're certain you'll find something here that she'll be thrilled to open. But if you're looking for even more great gift ideas for her, check out our guides to the best gifts for women in their 20s, women into their 30s and even women celebrating the big 6-0!

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Cute Graduation Gift Idea

Canvas Cell Phone Crossbody Bag

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Canvas Cell Phone Crossbody Bag
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Cute Graduation Gift Idea

Canvas Cell Phone Crossbody Bag

$40 at Amazon
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Her valuables will always be within reach with this handy crossbody bag. Its minimalist design is perfect for holding her cell phone and it comes in several different fabrics and fun colors.

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Mom Will Love This

Shiatsu Back Shoulder and Neck Massager

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Shiatsu Back Shoulder and Neck Massager
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Mom Will Love This

Shiatsu Back Shoulder and Neck Massager

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Soothe her sore neck and shoulders with this heated shiatsu massager. It offers eight different massage pressures depending on her preferences, and she can easily slip her arms into the front loops to hold the massager in place.

3
Birthday Gift for Your Girlfriend

Ekouaer Women's Satin Pajama Set

Amazon’s Choice
Women's Satin Pajama Set
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Birthday Gift for Your Girlfriend

Ekouaer Women's Satin Pajama Set

Now 20% Off
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If you're looking to splurge on her, genuine silk pajamas are the way to go. But if you're looking for a cost-effective alternative, consider this synthetic satin pajama set on Amazon — she'll never know they cost under $25! Choose from over 24 colors and patterns.

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4
A Practical Gift for Her

Degrees of Comfort Cooling Weighted Blanket

Cooling Weighted Blanket
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A Practical Gift for Her

Degrees of Comfort Cooling Weighted Blanket

One of the biggest complaints around weighted blankets is that they can be too hot to sleep under. Eliminate that drawback by gifting her this adjustable option that comes with two cover options: A cooling version for the summer and a fleece version for warmer months.

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Under $10

Scalp Massager Brush

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Scalp Massager Brush
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Under $10

Scalp Massager Brush

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Make her say "Ahhh," with this silicone scalp massager brush. Its deep bristles will deep clean and exfoliate her scalp, and it even claims to promote relaxation.

6
For the Traveler

BAGSMART Travel Jewelry Organizer

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Travel Jewelry Organizer
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For the Traveler

BAGSMART Travel Jewelry Organizer

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She can use this slim jewelry organizer that can be folded up into a small square for traveling. Thousands of Amazon reviewers are saying that it "has so much space" and keeps "everything secure."

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7
Best Last-Minute Gift

Headspace Subscription

Subscription
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Best Last-Minute Gift

Headspace Subscription

You can give her the gift of less stress with either a 3-month or 1-year subscription to the wellness app. She will have unlimited access to meditations, work-outs and mindfulness activities to help her cope with anxiety, feeling overwhelmed and interrupted sleep patterns.

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For Your Wife

Foldable Bathtub Tray

Amazon’s Choice
Foldable Bathtub Tray
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For Your Wife

Foldable Bathtub Tray

Now 40% Off
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Help her relax and unwind at the end of a long day with this foldable bamboo bathtub tray. "Love this product!" one Amazon reviewer wrote. "My wife has one in our bathroom and my daughter loved it so much, I had to buy her one."

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For Women of Any Age

She's Birdie Personal Safety Alarm

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Personal Safety Alarm
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For Women of Any Age

She's Birdie Personal Safety Alarm

Now 10% Off

When activated, the alarm will blast a siren sound, and set off a flash strobe light to help deter potential attackers. When we tested it in the Good Housekeeping Institute, our experts noted that it's easy to use, lightweight and can be used at a distance.

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For a Little Bit of Luxury

Stemless Wine Glass Chiller

Stemless Wine Glass Chiller
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For a Little Bit of Luxury

Stemless Wine Glass Chiller

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Her glass of vino will always stay cold with this stemless wine glass chiller. It's designed to keep her drink cold for over an hour indoors and fit a wide variety of glass shapes.

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For Coffee Lovers

Takeya Cold Brew Coffee Maker

Cold Brew Coffee Maker
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For Coffee Lovers

Takeya Cold Brew Coffee Maker

Warmer weather means switching from hot coffee to cold brews. Our product testing experts in the Good Housekeeping Institute gave this iced coffee maker top scores thanks to how simple it was to use.

RELATED: Best Cold Brew Coffee Makers

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For the Tea Lover

Tea Bomb Set

Tea Bomb Set
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For the Tea Lover

Tea Bomb Set

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If she appreciates a good cuppa in the afternoon, give her something new to try: tea bombs! Just drop one of these edible, herb-infused orbs into a mug of hot water and it will instantly dissolve for delicious sip.

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13
Luxury Pick

Birthdate Pendant Necklace

Birthdate Pendant Necklace
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Luxury Pick

Birthdate Pendant Necklace

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These birthdate pendants are just too cool. Each 14K gold or sterling silver necklace comes customized with stones that correspond to her specific birth date, and it can also be personalized with her initials.

14
Fun Idea for Women in Their 20s

Unicorn Snot Lip Gloss

Lip Gloss
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Fun Idea for Women in Their 20s

Unicorn Snot Lip Gloss

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Don't let the goofy name scare you off, we bet she'll want to use these shimmering lip glosses every day, whether she's a Millennial feeling nostalgic or a Gen Zer enjoying the revival of Y2K style.

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Farmhouse Herb Garden Planter

Amazon’s Choice
Farmhouse Herb Garden Planter
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Farmhouse Herb Garden Planter

She can grow any herbs she wants in these stylish planters. Each pot features a drain hole to prevent root rot, and they can be easily stored on a kitchen counter or by a window. Just don't forget the seeds!

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If She's Outdoorsy

Women's Ponytail Baseball Cap

Amazon’s Choice
Women's Ponytail Baseball Cap
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If She's Outdoorsy

Women's Ponytail Baseball Cap

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The design of regular baseball caps can be frustrating if she likes to wear her hair up. The unique cross back design of this canvas cap allows her to slide her ponytail right through the back with ease.

17
For Her 40th Birthday

The Five Minute Journal

Amazon’s Choice
The Five Minute Journal
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For Her 40th Birthday

The Five Minute Journal

Now 17% Off
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All she needs is five minutes a day to refocus and reset with this gratitude journal. It comes filled with prompts to help give her a daily pick-me-up.

18
Popular on Amazon

R.Vivimos Women's Long Sleeve Bohemian Midi Dress

Women's Long Sleeve Bohemian Midi Dress
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Popular on Amazon

R.Vivimos Women's Long Sleeve Bohemian Midi Dress

Available in so many styles, this dress is highly-rated on Amazon, with reviewers saying it's true to size, lightweight and just so pretty.

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Popular on TikTok

Stanley Quencher

Quencher
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Popular on TikTok

Stanley Quencher

This is the tumbler everyone is talking about on TikTok (the hashtag #StanleyQuencher has over 54 million views on the platform!). It's large, dishwasher-safe and the straw can be removed, depending on how she prefers to sip. It keeps drinks cold for hours, as well.

RELATED: We Found the Best Accessories for Your Stanley Cup

20
Great Gift Under $20

Urpower Essential Oil Diffuser

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Essential Oil Diffuser
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Great Gift Under $20

Urpower Essential Oil Diffuser

Now 20% Off

This diffuser is a great value for a few reasons: it includes seven different mood light colors, it has a compact design and it'll look so cute on her nightstand.

RELATED: The Best Essential Oil Diffusers to Fill Your Space With Spa-Like Scents

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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. 

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