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46 Thoughtful Gifts for Your Girlfriend (Because She's Worth It!)

You can't go wrong with these cute and romantic presents.

By Cailey Lindberg and Cameron Jenkins
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Your girlfriend deserves the world. If you've been trying to find the perfect way to show just how much you appreciate her love and affection, browse these best gifts for girlfriends. After scouting tons of products online, we've gathered an assortment of cute presents to celebrate her, regardless of where you are in your relationship.

Surprising her with a sentimental gift (think a personalized necklace or wall art marking when you first moved in together) is a no-fail choice. But if you're shopping for her birthday, it might be better to find a special present that speaks to her passions. There's everything from an indoor herb planter to a beautiful tassel dress she can wear from the beach to dinner. And if your goal is to spend more quality time together, we've sprinkled in a bunch of great couples gifts and fun experiences both of you can enjoy.

The best part about this roundup is you don't have to wipe out your savings to find a romantic gift for your girlfriend. An affordable present can be just as meaningful as a luxury find.

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Gift to Surprise Her

I Wrote a Book About You

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Gift to Surprise Her

I Wrote a Book About You

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Let her know all the reasons why you love her with help from the simple prompts in this fill-in-the-blank book. Some pages will bring out your mushy, gushy side, while others will encourage you to take a walk down memory lane. "Don’t know what to get that special someone? This has you covered," one Amazon user wrote.

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Super Cute Gift for Girlfriend

Avocado Microwavable Heating Pad

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Avocado Microwavable Heating Pad
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Super Cute Gift for Girlfriend

Avocado Microwavable Heating Pad

This little avocado isn't just cute — it will also keep her warm and ease any of her aches and pains. It's also super soft to cuddle with when you're not around.

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A Great Gift for Couples

100 Date Ideas Scratch Off Poster

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A Great Gift for Couples

100 Date Ideas Scratch Off Poster

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Consider this a gift for both of you. This ready-to-hang poster invites you to step outside your comfort zone and try some new date ideas. The list includes everything from making dinner together at home to taking dance classes.

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For the Girlfriend Who Has Everything

Light-Up Rose In A Glass Dome

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For the Girlfriend Who Has Everything

Light-Up Rose In A Glass Dome

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Get ready for happy tears! Many of the thousands of five-star reviews on Amazon note how many people cried when they received this gift. The artificial rose comes in a glass case and gives off a warm and magical light when it's turned on.

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A Gift That Will Impress Her

Tri-Fold Lighted Vanity Mirror

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Tri-Fold Lighted Vanity Mirror
5
A Gift That Will Impress Her

Tri-Fold Lighted Vanity Mirror

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Equipped with 21 lights, a touch screen and mega magnification, her beauty game will instantly be upgraded with this mirror. It has over 16,000 5-star reviews on Amazon for being durable, bright and light enough for travel.

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It's Time To Get Creative

Minted Heart Snapshot Mix Photo Art

Heart Snapshot Mix Photo Art
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It's Time To Get Creative

Minted Heart Snapshot Mix Photo Art

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If a picture is worth a thousand words, then this heart-shaped collage must be priceless. Round up 30 photos that sum up your relationship: funny selfies, cute candids and Insta-worthy glamour shots.

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Pressed Flower Necklace

Pressed Flower Necklace
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Pressed Flower Necklace

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Romantic without going over the top, this wildflower pressed necklace is sure to make her smile. The gold-plated design comes in several flower options, each with their own meaning.

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A Cool Gift She'll Love

3D Moon Lamp Night Light

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3D Moon Lamp Night Light
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A Cool Gift She'll Love

3D Moon Lamp Night Light

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For her desk, her room, wherever! This cool lamp has 16 light colors, and she can adjust the brightness, all with a remote. One reviewer joked that his wife "Tells her work family, I gave her the moon."

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Something Fun To Do Together

The Adventure Challenge Scrapbook

The Adventure Challenge Scrapbook
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Something Fun To Do Together

The Adventure Challenge Scrapbook

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This scrapbook is a bucket list of sorts: Flip through the pages until you find an activity type that interests you, then scratch off the hidden challenge and get to work. Snap a photo and tape it to the page to mark it complete.

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Amazon Users Are Obsessed

Waffle Knit Lounge Set

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Amazon Users Are Obsessed

Waffle Knit Lounge Set

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Available in so many different colors (although the neutrals are very big right now), the set can be worn as pajamas or outside as casual loungewear. She'll especially love that it has pockets!

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The Perfect Personalized Present

Wooden Keepsake Box

Wooden Keepsake Box
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The Perfect Personalized Present

Wooden Keepsake Box

Give her a place to store evidence of your best moments, from ticket stubs to handwritten notes. There are a few wooden box designs to pick from, including one that contains paper for handwritten love letters.

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If She Likes DIY Projects

Hand Casting Kit

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If She Likes DIY Projects

Hand Casting Kit

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She'll want to do this as soon as she opens it. This kit comes with everything needed to make a beautiful sculpture of your hands holding.

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Perfect for Valentine's Day or Christmas

Wallet Card Love Note

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Perfect for Valentine's Day or Christmas

Wallet Card Love Note

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You don't have to spend a lot of money for a romantic gift. This card's message is so heartfelt that every time she opens her wallet, she'll be reminded of just how much you love her. And since it's made of aluminum, she'll have it for a long time.

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An Unexpected Gift

Birth Month Flower Grow Kit

Birth Month Flower Grow Kit
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An Unexpected Gift

Birth Month Flower Grow Kit

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More personal than a standard flower bouquet, this ready-to-grow kit comes with soil, seeds and a glass bottle that can be used as a vase once the flowers bloom.

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Perfect for a Long-Distance Girlfriend

You Are My Compass Necklace

You Are My Compass Necklace
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Perfect for a Long-Distance Girlfriend

You Are My Compass Necklace

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So many Amazon users say that their girlfriends absolutely love this handcrafted necklace. The silver-plated design offers a sweet message and can be worn every day if she'd like.

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Cloud Slippers

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Cloud Slippers

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Over 13,000 Amazon customers have tried these comfortable EVA foam slides, which feature a sole that's 1.6-inch thick. "I love the fit and how your feet fall right into them. It’s like you're walking on pillows," one Amazon reviewer gushed.

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Tassel Dress

Tassel Dress
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Tassel Dress

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This tassel dress will be her go-to outfit all summer long. The bohemian style is available in tons of flattering colors, and it's versatile enough to wear to dinner, a beach adventure, you name it.

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Best For The Skin-Care Obsessed

Fenty Skin Start’rs Full-Size Bundle

Start’rs Full-Size Bundle
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Best For The Skin-Care Obsessed

Fenty Skin Start’rs Full-Size Bundle

Everything Rihanna puts out is amazing, and her skincare line is no exception. In just three easy steps, your girlfriend will be on her way to brighter and softer skin thanks to this coveted bundled. But act fast: Fenty products tend to sell out quickly!

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Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag

Everywhere Belt Bag
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Lululemon Everywhere Belt Bag

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Just like the name says, this belt bag is everywhere. Made of water repellent fabric, it's available in several designs that she'll happily wear from the gym to the grocery store.

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Honestly, The Best Birthday Gift

Shiatsu Back And Neck Massager

Shiatsu Back And Neck Massager
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Honestly, The Best Birthday Gift

Shiatsu Back And Neck Massager

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When aches and pains kick in, she can stick this kneading massage pillow wherever her body needs it most: tense shoulders, strained back muscles, tight hamstrings, you name it. Beats your sub-par back rub, no?

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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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Staff Writer

Cameron (she/her) is a staff writer for Good Housekeeping, where she covers everything from holidays to food. She is a graduate of Syracuse University, where she received a B.A. in magazine journalism. In her spare-time she can be found scrolling TikTok for the latest cleaning hacks and restaurant openings, binge-watching seasons of Project Runway or online shopping.

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