54 best gifts for girlfriends in 2024 (2024)

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A mini waffle maker to spice up breakfast

Dash Mini Waffle Maker

Surprise her with a homemade breakfast using this small but mighty waffle maker. We found it the best waffle maker if you are short on cabinet space. It even comes in a version that makes heart-shaped waffles if you want to ramp up the romance.

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An ergonomic mouse for working from home

Logitech Lift Wireless Ergonomic Mouse

If she works from home, an ergonomic mouse is a thoughtful gift to help lessen wrist pain from repetitive clicking. This stylish wireless option places the user's hand in a "natural handshake position" to put less pressure on their wrist, and has customizable buttons to best fit their workflow. To really transform her WFH setup, Logitech also has matching mechanical keyboards in fun colorways.

Check out our guide to the best computer mouse.

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Duochrome eyeliners for a unique look

ColourPop Chrome Hearted Gel Liner Set

Duochrome makeup shifts between two colors for a hypnotic effect. For the girlfriend who loves to experiment with makeup, this set of eyeliners offers six fascinating color combinations. Each shade is super pigmented and boasts an 18-hour wear for long-lasting style.

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A world coffee tour

Driftaway Coffee Explorer Box

Level up her daily cup with this sampler pack of five coffees from around the world. Single-origin beans create a dynamic flavor profile for each sip. If she loves a certain option from the sampler, Driftaway also has a monthly subscription to get it shipped regularly.

Read our review of Driftaway's coffee subscription.

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A sunrise alarm clock for breezy mornings

Philips SmartSleep Connected Sunrise Alarm Clock

A sunrise alarm clock can help her to wake up easier by flooding the room with warm light and gentle sounds. This pick from our guide to the best alarm clocks can also charge and play music from your phone and comes paired with an app that helps to track your sleep patterns.

Find out more in our review of the Philips SmartSleep Connected Sunrise Alarm Clock.

A versatile styling tool for any hair type

Shark FlexStyle Air Drying & Styling System

The Dyson Airwrap is notoriously hard to obtain, whether because of stock issues or its $600 price tag, so as the closest multi-styling tool on the market. At half the price of the Airwrap, it's still more of a splurge, but well worth it for a girlfriend who's interested in upping her at-home hairstyling game.

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An instant camera she can also use with Bluetooth

Polaroid Now+ White (9062) Bluetooth Connected Instant Film Camera

For the girlfriend who loves snapping pics, give her the option of either using the camera or connecting her phone and directly printing from her camera roll. The Polaroid Now+ also comes with five creative lens filters to unlock even more artistic possibilities.

Delicious sweets from a famous NYC bakery

Milk Bar Treats

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.

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A weighted throw blanket for better rest

Bearaby Cotton Napper

Weighted blankets can encourage relaxation and improve sleep, and Bearaby's Cotton Napper is stylish enough to be thrown over any couch or bed. With multiple colors and weights for the ideal fit for her and her home, it's one of the best weighted blankets we've tested — and it's machine washable. At $200–300 depending on weight, it's one of the pricier gifts in this guide; for a more budget-friendly option, we recommend the Luna Weighted Blanket, which is typically under $100 and sometimes goes on sale for less than $50.

A convertible work and travel bag to keep her organized

Caraa Studio Tote

Caraa Sport makes some of the most functional and best-looking gym bags on the market. This one can transition from a tote to a 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.

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A bestselling lip mask

Laneige Lip Sleeping Mask

If your partner always complains of chapped lips (especially in the winter), this bestselling lip mask is a great, low-key gift that will leave their lips feeling smooth and nourished come morning.

A lamp that melts candles without lighting them

luzdiosa Candle Warmer Lamp

Aside from looking cute, this TikTok-famous lamp warms candles up without lighting them. It helps your girlfriend enjoy her candles' scents whenever she wants without worrying about smoke or accidentally forgetting to put them out.

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A tea subscription

Atlas Tea Club Subscription

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.

A customizable leather tote she'll use for years

Cuyana System Tote

She'll happily replace her canvas tote for this sleek, sturdy leather one from Cuyana. It comes in a few neutral shades and can be customized with a crossbody strap or matching laptop case.

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Cozy socks

Bombas Women's Holiday Calf Sock (4-pack)

If her feet are always cold, a nice pair of socks is a gift she'll use every day. Our team love Bombas socks for their durable designs and comfortable fit. These limited-edition designs are great for the holidays, but are versatile enough to wear all year long.

The trendiest new lip treatment

Rhode Peptide Lip Treatment

There's a reason Rhode's Peptide Lip Treatment has been all the rage lately. While it looks like a gloss, it works more like a nourishing balm with peptides for plumping and shea butter for hydrating her pout.

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A dainty nameplate necklace

Catbird Tiniest Name Necklace

Nameplate necklaces consistently stay in style, so this piece is bound to become an everyday staple. You can pick her name, nickname, or even just a place she loves.

The best bathrobe money can buy

Parachute Classic Turkish Cotton Robe

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.

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Slippers that can go indoors or outdoors

UGG Tasman Slippers

Ugg slippers are iconic, and for good reason. The brand's shearling-lined footwear is revered for being seriously durable and supremely comfortable. The Tasman Slippers are a cult-favorite for the grippy sole that makes them well-suited for indoor and outdoor wear, and they look super cute too.

A stylish leather makeup pouch

Dagne Dover Hunter Toiletry Bag

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.

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A gratitude journal to start her days on a high note

Autumn Creek Press "3-Minute Morning Journal: Intentions & Reflections For a Powerful Life"

For the girlfriend that's obsessed with reading self-help books and creating an airtight morning routine, this book is a thoughtful gift that works to improve her mood and boost positive thinking. This journal features a gratitude practice that will push her to recognize what she's grateful for, discover how she can move closer to her goals and bring joy to others, and at the end of the day reflect on it all.

A better way to take care of clothing

The Nori Press

If she takes great pride in her sense of style and loves nothing more than putting together an outfit for any occasion, give her a gift that will help her take better care of her clothing. The Nori Press is a compact, easy-to-use gadget that's a steamer and iron wrapped into one– and it's a gamechanger for ensuring her clothing is always wrinkle-free.

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A timeless pair of sunnies

Le Specs Outta Love Sunglasses

Has she misplaced her favorite pair of sunglasses again? Win the best partner award by gifting her a new pair of stylish sunnies. The Outta Love Sunglasses from Le Specs are relatively affordable for how high quality they are. They come in over 10 colors and look great on every face they adorn.

Everyday makeup essentials

Tower 28 Essentials Kit

The Tower 28 Essentials Kit was made for those who love the "no makeup" makeup look, It includes a selection of the dermatologist-approved, clean beauty brand's best-sellers: the SunnyDays SPF 30 Tinted Sunscreen, BeachPlease Tinted Balm, ShineOn Lip Jelly, MakeWaves Mascara, and a travel-size SOS Daily Facial Rescue Spray. The kit is customizable too; you get to pick the shades of each product so they match her skin tone just right.

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A set of fancy, fun pajamas

Printfresh Bagheera Long Sleep Set

Getting ready for bed is always more fun in a matching pajama set. These 100% organic poplin PJs from Printfresh are not only seriously comfortable, but seriously stylish. We love that they also have pockets, because everyone needs pockets.

An engraved ring they'll never take off

Mejuri Signet Ring

Whether she's a jewelry minimalist or has an ever-growing collection of baubles, there's always room for a sweet and simple signet ring. This one from Mejuri can be engraved with one initial for free. Emblazon it with her initial, yours, your pet's– there are so many options to make this gift feel personal.

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A luxurious moisturizer worth the splurge

SkinCeuticals Triple Lipid Restore

Spending $150 on a face cream may sound unnecessary, but isn't that what gifting is all about? Treat your favorite skincare lover to this jar of ultra-nourishing goodness; a little goes a long way so it will last them months and is sure to make them feel radiant.

A phone case for the 90's obsessed

Lisa Frank x CASETiFY Phone Cases

If your girlfriend is stuck in the '90's, give her a gift that takes her back to the days of boy bands, Britney, and butterfly clips. CASTETiFY's Lisa Frank Collection, with a variety of phone cases boasting the brand's bold, whimsical style, is an easy way to infuse some 90's magic into her everyday routine.

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A belt bag suited for festivals, mountains, and more

Patagonia Ultralight Black Hole Mini Hip Pack

Whether she's looking for a bag that can survive some rough wear or aiming for a trendy dressed-down look, Patagonia's hip pack can rise to the occasion. It's one of our favorite belt bags, made from recycled fabric and available in a variety of colors, and with an adjustable strap to suit diverse body types and ways to wear it.

A coffee table book for sneakerheads

"Sneaker Freaker: The Ultimate Sneaker Book" by Simon Wood

Other than a new pair of sneakers, the best gift for your favorite sneakerhead is this coffee table book that traces the evolution of the sneaker industry. From Jordans to Yeezys and everything in between, this book documents the sneakers that have shaped our culture over the past 100 years.

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A chic new workout accessory

Bala Bangles

For the girlfriend with a passion for all things fitness, Bala Bangles are a beautiful and practical accessory. The light, weighted bangles can be wrapped around her wrists or ankles to add an extra burn while she moves through yoga flows, takes leisurely walks, or practices pilates. Bala Bangles come in ½-, 1-, and 2-pound options, in a range of monochromatic hues.

An engraved chef's knife

Made In 8-Inch Chef Knife

Your girlfriend keeps you well-feed with her affinity for whipping up restaurant-quality meals at home, so help make her kitchen setup feel restaurant-quality too with a few cookware and prepware upgrades, like this Made In Chef Knife. It's razor-sharp and a workhorse for chopping, slicing, dicing, mincing, and more. The option to engrave it with her name or a small message makes it all the more giftable.

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A cute bag she'll use every day

Baggu Standard Baggu

For aspiring eco-warriors who want to say goodbye to plastic bags for good to Mary Poppins-like folks who are always stocked with anything you could think of, there's the Standard Baggu. This small, but mighty reusable bag can hold up to 50 pounds of stuff without faltering, thanks to its durable ripstop nylon construction. To boot, its machine washable, can be folded into a small pouch that can fit in your pocket, and comes in a variety of fun colors and patterns.

A record player that she can stream from her phone

Crosley Voyager Bluetooth Record Player

This record player has a vintage look and modern features, like bluetooth-compatibility so she can listen to all of her favorite vinyls right on her phone. It also works as a speaker so she can blast her Spotify playlists through the device too.

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A monogrammed jewelry case

Cuyana Leather Jewelry Case

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.

A Bluetooth speaker small enough to fit in her bag

JBL Go 3 Portable Speaker

If she doesn't like sacrificing space or sound quality, she'll love the JBL Go 3 Portable Speaker. Available in a variety of colors, the Bluetooth speaker is waterproof, measures 3.4 inches on its longest side, and has a loop that makes it easy to attach to a bag or belt. It's typically around $50, but keep an eye peeled during shopping holidays, when we've seen deals as high as 50% off.

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An affordable luxury watch

Breda Esther Square Metal Watch

Breda makes luxury watches that are usually just under or slightly over the $200 price range, and we love how they look for the price. This model comes in an 18K gold-plated case and stainless steel band.

A mug that always stays warm

Ember Mug 2

If your girlfriend takes forever to sip their tea or coffee, get them this ingenious mug that keeps their beverage for as long as it takes for them to drink it all. It's also app-controlled, so they can use their phone to find the right temperature and presets.

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A board game version of Wordle

Wordle: The Party Game

If your girlfriend sends you her Wordle score every day, she'll be thrilled with the physical board game version. You can play against each other or have up to four people racing against the clock to guess the word first.

A card game to deepen personal connections

We're Not Really Strangers Card Game

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.

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A large print of a favorite memory

Artifact Uprising Large Format Prints

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$1.16 per custom card. You can also make acolor series photo book for $22, aset of prints for $9, and apersonalized calendar on a handcrafted wood clipboard for $35.

A soothing bath salt set

Maude Tub Kit No. 3

If you love your girlfriend but hate to see her burn out, you can treat her to this luxe bath set, which comes with two types of soaking salts and a coconut milk bath. You can choose from three different scent profiles — this one has notes of eucalyptus, sandalwood, cassis, and Haitian vetiver.

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A mug for hot and cold drinks

Hydro Flask 12 oz. Coffee Mug

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.

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A monthly book subscription

Book of the Month 3-Month Membership

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 ofexperts and celebrity guest judges.

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A pasta maker you can use together

Imperia Pasta Machine

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.

An 8-in-1 pan that helps declutter her home

Our Place Always Pan

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.

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An elaborate charcuterie board

Compact Swivel Cheese & Tapas Board

For the girlfriend who loves entertaining, help them live their biggest hosting dreams with this cheese and charcuterie board. With fold-out sections and cheese knives included, it has everything to create a truly stellar spread. Plus, for an added $10, you can get it personalized.

A versatile exercise dress

Outdoor Voices The Exercise Dress

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.

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The comfiest sneakers

Allbirds Women's Wool Runners

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.

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A waterproof Kindle for reading anywhere

Amazon Kindle Paperwhite

If your girlfriend is a reader, we'd suggest looking at Amazon's Kindle Paperwhite — it's one of our favorite e-readers on the market. With its built-in adjustable light and waterproof rating, it's perfect for reading environments 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.

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A houseplant that arrives already potted

Leon & George Silver Evergreen

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.

A cashmere crew

Everlane The Cashmere Crew

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.

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Apple AirPods Pro for when she's on the move

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Gen)

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.

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Comfy, high-end sheets

Brooklinen Luxe Hardcore Sheet Bundle

Brooklinen is one of our favorite companies, point-blank. We think they make the best high-end sheets at the best priceon 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.