It’s the best time of year, and that means you have to think of the best gifts to give your best friends. While it might feel like the pressure is on you to continually outdo yourself year after year, especially if you want to maintain that best-friend status, we’re here to help.We rounded up over 42 gift ideas for all types of friends — readers, creatives, binge-watchers, pilates princesses, wine moms, and everyone in between — so you can check off your gifting as soon as possible. Whether you’re on a budget or hoping to splurge on someone special this year, you’ll find both affordable and luxury options on the list.
This French press saves them trips to Starbucks
If your bestie spends way too much on coffee, they just need an easier way to make it at home. Enter: this stylish coffee maker. It’s made from stainless steel, keeping coffee four times as hot as glass and lasting for generations.
Chunky blanket for ultimate cozy vibes
This blanket checks every box: massive size, snuggly texture, machine-washable, and has plenty of color options to match your BFF’s vibe. And, no, nobody can ever have ‘too many’ blankets for their couch or bed.
She’ll feel like a Kardashian with these silk pajamas
What’s better after an everything shower than slipping into some silky PJs? Whether your bestie likes lounging around with a good book or is committed to having their beauty sleep, pick up their favorite color from black to pink to white.
Brighten under-eyes with these cooling patches
Tighten and hydrate your under-eyes with these cooling patches. They’re infused with electrolytes, glacial water, and minerals to boost your skin’s radiance.
Cookbook for the Trader Joe’s-obsessed friend
You listen to them talk about going to their favorite grocery store all the time, so show them you heard with a Trader Joe’s cookbook. It shows them how to turn popular ingredients into easy meals.
Lined notebook for those who want to journal
This leather journal is a thoughtful touch for someone who’s always talked about starting to write or chronicle their daily life. It has smooth, thick pages to prevent ink from bleeding through.
Tea gift set to make every morning special
You might not like tea, but they do, so get them this set for brewing and serving the perfect cup. Its electric kettle ensures every cup of loose-leaf tea is steeped to perfection — and it works for coffee.
This self-heating coffee mug is always at the right temperature
How many times have you gotten halfway through a cup of coffee or tea, just to find it’s already lukewarm and hardly drinkable? Give someone the Goldilocks of drinks with this temperature-controlled mug that makes every sip the perfect temperature.
Get trendy vibes with these slide sandals
Shoes really are a girl’s best friend, and these indoor-to-outdoor slides are trending on TikTok for a reason. Thousands of buyers compliment their arch support and comfort, making them a great everyday shoe.
This dog bed is human-sized
You might’ve seen this on TikTok, but now it’s easier to get your hands on. Whether your friend has a massive pet or wants a bean bag that’s big enough to nap in with their Kindle, this fits the bill perfectly.
Ice roller for skincare gurus
Anyone who loves skincare always seems to be looking for new ways to expand their routine. This face and eye ice roller is a good addition to mornings, helping shrink pores, tighten skin, and overall smoothen the skin surface.
These Italian wine glasses are 100% crystal
Need a gift for a wine lover that’s not, well, wine? Try this four-pack of glasses that are expertly crafted to highlight the natural, bold hues of wine. Great for movie nights or holiday hosting.
Alexander Del Rossa bathrobe that feels like a blanket
This plush robe is made for relaxing evenings post-everything showers, extending from head to toe for chilly winters and summer nights. With its hooded design and plushness twice as thick as a fleece throw, your friend will never want to take it off.
Add a pop of decor with these rose-gold candlestick holders
For the friend who loves cozy evenings or coquette decor, this set of rose-gold candle holders is a vintage dream. Designed to hold votives, tea lights, or tapers, they add a warm, stylish glow to any room.
Portable karaoke machine for the life of the party
We all know one friend who loves to sing even if they’re bad at it, so help them pump up the party from anywhere with this portable speaker and microphones. Any gathering can turn into a karaoke party with its colorful lights.
Witchy friends love essential oil diffuser sets
Help your friend channel Stevie Nicks’ energy with an essential oil diffuser and set of oils with scents like lavender, eucalyptus, and tea tree included. It brings earthly, magical vibes to living rooms or bedrooms.
Benevolence LA velvet jewelry box prevents tangled chains
Do they already have enough jewelry? Get them this velvet jewelry organizer. It’s designed to prevent tangled chains and keep pieces secure while traveling, but it’s also useful right on their dresser.
Notebook for junk journaling
If you’re on TikTok, you’ve heard of the junk journaling trend — a new form of scrapbooking using mementos from your days. This notebook could be the first piece of your friend’s new hobby.
Architectural Digest coffee table book
Is your friend always pointing out cool buildings and art pieces? Grab this book that covers a century of American architecture: celebrity homes, iconic architects, and gorgeous photography.
Make bringing lunch from home easier with this bag
Everyone’s trying to eat healthier, but grabbing takeout for lunch is always more convenient. Get your friend this stylish lunchbox that looks more like a mini backpack to inspire them to bring lunch from home more often.
The spill-proof Owala water tumbler
One of TikTok’s favorite water bottles makes a good gift for anyone trying to drink more water, or those obsessed with Diet Coke. Reviewers say it keeps drinks cold all day, and it comes in cute color options.
MacBook case with a stylish twist
How do you make someone’s laptop even cooler? You get them a cute laptop case. On one hand, it makes work more exciting, and it also protects their device from wear and tear.
This AirPods case brings retro vibes
If there’s one thing about AirPod users, it’s that they can never have too many cases. Add to their growing collection with this earbuds case that looks more like a retro gaming console than a modern pair of headphones.
Upgrade their skincare routine with this massager
Some people on TikTok think these face and neck massagers are the secret to anti-aging. Friends who love skincare might want to add a facial massage to their routine to help tighten sagging skin — and maybe discover the fountain of youth?
Get a home chef this Le Creuset stoneware dish
Friends who love cooking may insist they already have all the tools they need, but they could use an extra cooking and serving dish. This one promises even heating, transitions to the table, and cleans up easily.
These preserved roses last years
For someone who loves getting flowers but hates watching them wilt and die, this handcrafted bouquet of roses that lasts up to three years might be the perfect gift to give.
This vase is in the shape of a face
Every home could use extra personality and a pop of modern art, and this ceramic vase delivers just that. Shaped like a woman’s face, it’s a conversation starter on bookshelves, desks, or side tables.
A phone charger that’s like two replacement batteries
Nobody likes lugging around a heavy portable charger, which is why this one that’s only half a pound and half an inch thick is so handy. It has built-in output cords with different connectors to work with iPhones and Androids.
The Highball & Chaser bartender kit can make any drink
Friends who always say that it’s five o’clock somewhere will love being able to play bartender. This set comes with a cocktail shaker, muddler, strainer, jigger, and more to be a mixologist’s dream.
This waffle iron is heart-shaped
Cooking breakfast just got cuter. This heart-shaped waffle iron makes five mini waffles or one large treat in minutes, all while creating less mess with its nonstick surface and space-saving design.
Have throwback game nights with this Monopoly board
We all have that friend who’s always bringing out board games, but at least you can play a cool version of Monopoly if you get them this. It has a wood cabinet, die-cast metal accidents, and premium faux leather details.
This smart garden grows plants indoors
A lot of people want to grow their own veggies or herbs but think it’s too intimidating. This indoor garden kit makes it much easier with everything included and the ability to be controlled by an app.
This makeup brush set is great for newbies
Many makeup lovers struggle to figure out which brush does what, but this luxury makeup brush set eliminates the guesswork. Each brush is numbered and comes with a guide to make application easier.
Get salon-worthy curls with this Remington hot roller set
Everyone on TikTok wants to achieve the perfect blowout, and this Remington curler set might be the answer. Dual-heating technology ensures long-lasting curls in just five minutes.
Tote bag for pilates princesses
Know a yoga or pilates enthusiast who’s always running around? This yoga tote is about to become their new best friend. It’s like a magic bag that fits their mat, blocks, water bottle, towel, etc. — seriously, everything but the kitchen sink.
These coffee mugs look vintage
If your friend loves vintage things, these glass coffee mugs will be their new favorite. With gorgeous sunflower and raindrop patterns, they’ll add a touch of elegance to every sip. Plus, they come with rose-gold spoons and bamboo lids — how cute is that?
Shake up their happy hour with cocktail mixers
These drink mixers are for anyone who loves cocktails but doesn’t always have the time (or ingredients) to make them from scratch. Made with real fruit, they’re low-sugar and vegan-friendly, so they can indulge without the guilt.
Give their feet these silly slippers
Slippers aren’t just for kids. These slipper socks have fun wine- and coffee-inspired designs and a soft lining for chilly nights or just lounging around the house. Plus, they have grippy bottoms, so no more slipping and sliding on hardwood floors.
A candle that’s sure to get a laugh
Sometimes, the best therapy sessions happen over coffee with a friend who just gets it. Show appreciation for their endless support with this clove-scented candle, complete with a funny yet heartfelt message.
These bath bombs smell like waffles
Bring dessert vibes to their bath time with scents like strawberry vanilla and maple sugar. Each handcrafted bath bomb delivers a bubbly, hydrating soak, thanks to natural coconut and other skin-loving ingredients — turn everything showers into everything baths.
This massage gun is pocket-sized
Friends who spend days hunched over their computers or hitting the gym need one of those viral massage guns from TikTok, but they might not want to carry around something that bulky. This massager is tiny so they can bring it anywhere, and it’s still powerful to bring relaxation.