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The best gifts for women that won’t be followed by a request for the receipt
GQ's best gifts for women guide will take the stress out of birthday gift shopping this year
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The best gifts for women: a topic we revisit with dizzying regularity. Blink and it's Valentine's Day, blink again and it's Mother's Day, then Easter, then — sooner than you know it — Christmas is upon us. And that's not even getting into birthdays and anniversaries which, if you're unlucky, will both land within the same six weeks as one of the aforementioned occasions. Thankfully, whether it's gifts for your girlfriend, treats for your wife, something small for your sister or a whopping present for your mum that you're after, we're more than well-versed in the things that will delight them most.
Covering everything from the classic (lingerie, flowers, jewellery) to the unusual (capybara teddy, colour-your-own Tarot, LED face mask), the following guide should have everything you're looking for. And remember: if all else fails and you've left it eye-wateringly late, you’ve always got flower delivery services to fall back on.
What are GQ's best gifts for women?
- Best overall gift for women: Lounge Lingerie Set, £55 at lounge.com
- Best fragrance for women: Diptyque Eau Rose Hair Mist, £58 at harrods.com
- Best haircare gift for women: Gisou Hair Oil, £35 at cultbeauty.co.uk
- Best food gift for women: Hotel Chocolat Dipping Adventure, £39.95 at hotelchocolat.com
- Best jewellery gift for women: Mejuri Patra Hoops, £128 at mejuri.com
- Best loungewear for her: Adanola sweats, at adanola.com
- Best sex toy for women: Lelo Dot, £159 at lelo.com
- Best practical gift for women: Antler Chelsea Backpack, £140 at antler.co.uk
- Best unusual gift for women: Animalist Personalised Pet Print, £56 at animalist.art
How do we choose the best gifts for women?
Our in-house gift guide expert Jessie Atkinson looks after this guide alongside 24 others as part of her ongoing quest to make buying presents an easier and overall more enjoyable experience. She regularly attends product release events and tries things out herself in order to make sure the presents she recommends are worth your money. She even picks her absolute favourite finds for videos on TikTok. Where products haven't been directly tried and tested by a member of the GQ team, we rely on customer reviews and tend to stick to brands we've used — and loved — before. You'll find gifts that err on the cliché — flowers, sex toys, chocolates — as well as more unusual ideas — viral T-shirts, habit-making notes, books about witches — that you might not have thought of below.
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- 1/75
Lounge
Lace Lingerie Set
While Birmingham-born label Lounge continues to expand into clothing and loungewear, its lingerie will always be our first port of call for gifting emergencies. Here, the best-selling Blossom set gets a two-tone update in stunning powder blue.
Pros & ConsPros- Beautifully made and beautiful quality
- Very reasonably priced
Cons- Fewer sizing options than some other brands
- 2/75
Laurent-Perrier
Rosé Champagne
Laurent-Perrier Rosé Champagne
A perennial favourite among those British GQ team members who know nothing about champagne (me) and those who know a lot (Lela), Laurent-Perrier's rosé expression is close to unbeatable in the category of sparkling wine. Lela might call it a symphony of berries and cherries achieved through the use of exclusively black grapes. I say it's just damn good.
Pros & ConsPros- Our favourite champagne
- Crisp and fruity
- A luxurious gift
Cons- There are cheaper champagnes (though we would argue almost none as good)
- 3/75
Papier
Monogram Leather Notebook
Papier Monogram Leather Notebook
The high street stationer for people who like to scribble, highlight, sticky note and illustrate their way to a more organised life, Papier is replete with such Type-A goods as reading journals, recipe logs and sleep notebooks. There is always the option to buy something a little more universal, though: its leather monogrammed notebook is an all-timer.
Pros & ConsPros- Thoroughly sectioned
- Excellent quality and design
Cons- Your giftee will have to be consistent writing in it
- 4/75
Adanola
Hoodie
Remember how big Gap hoodies and sweaters were in the noughties? Well, that style is back in a very, very big way, only this time it’s 'ADA’ that’s being sewn onto grey marl. In and out of stock with almost as much frequency as the tides, get this page bookmarked for a birthday or anniversary gift shoo-in.
Pros & ConsPros- Comfy and premium
- Viral, sought-after brand
Cons- Most popular designs frequently sell out
- 5/75
Mejuri
Patra Hoops
To Mejuri we go once again for our gifting needs: one of our top picks of jewellery brands to head when buying for her on a relative budget, Mejuri’s designs are consistently high quality and deliciously simple. These angular hoops scream Carrie Bradshaw and are loved by your other half's latest crush Reneé Rapp.
Pros & ConsPros- Lovely quality at a reasonable price
- Classic design
Cons- Gold vermeil not solid gold
- 6/75
Coach
Essential Card Case
Simple, elegant and as structurally and visually sound as anything three times its price, Coach can’t stop winning with its very reasonably priced leather goods. Though lauded for its handbags, spending less by picking up a card holder like this one instead is also on the level.
- 7/75
Diptyque
Baies Candle
A favourite brand for fragrances and gifting, Diptyque’s Baies candle has become a modern classic on par with a bottle of Chanel perfume or a new gold-plated pair of earrings. Fruity and floral both, Baies is likely to be on most people's wishlists.
Pros & ConsPros- Gorgeous scent; chic container
Cons- On the expensive side
- 8/75
Casio
MTP-1302PSG-7AVEF Watch
It boggles the mind how Casio — a brand that is as synonymous with the watch as it is the calculator — could still be selling its timepieces at such low prices. We're not complaining, though! At £65 for a grail watch, how could you?
Pros & ConsPros- Nifty and beautiful watch at a very low price
Cons- May be a gateway to a desire for something more expensive
- 9/75
Stone & Mason
Glass Letter Tumbler
Part of a delectably delicate series, these glass tumblers from Stone & Mason encase a sugarspun letter within. Select her first initial for a chic piece of tableware bespokery.
Pros & ConsPros- Beautifully delicate
- Can choose a personal initial
Cons- Small; won't fit much liquid inside
- 10/75
Cheesegeek
Sparkling Celebration Hamper
Cheesegeek Sparkling Celebration Hamper
Name a better duo than cheese and wine. We’ll wait! While you think about it, consider this hamper by one of our favourite ever gifting hotspots, The Cheesegeek. In it, she’ll find a bottle of sparkling wine, crackers, truffle honey and, the star of the show, a round of soft Tunworth cheese.
Pros & ConsPros- Delicious, premium cheese and wine selected by experts
- Freshly packaged
Cons- None that we know of
- 11/75
Lelo
Dot
Lelo continues to top our guides to the best sex toys for couples and best sex toys for men, while the brand's futuristic ‘Dot’ vibrator is our favourite gadget for women. A pinpoint vibrator designed to focus on the clitoris, this gadget’s elliptical movement minimises numbness and maximises the opportunity for multiple orgasms. A gift that will satisfy both of you in 2024 and beyond.
Pros & ConsPros- Minimises numbness with elliptical technology
- Subtle, good-looking design
Cons- Pricey for a sex toy (though we think worth it)
- 12/75
Monica Vinader
Lab Grown Solitaire Diamond Necklace
Monica Vinader Lab Grown Solitaire Diamond Necklace
Lab-grown diamonds aren’t only far kinder on the world, but much more accessible — and just as lovely to behold. In Monica Vinader’s laboratory: such sparklers as this solitaire chain necklace, also available in silver and rose gold.
Pros & ConsPros- Special semi-precious jewellery that goes with everything
Cons- For fans of delicate jewellery online
- 13/75
Lounge
Breakfast Club Pyjamas
It may have started as an affordable lingerie brand (and it’s still a top favourite as one of those) but Lounge also does sleep and athleisurewear. In the former category, this “Breakfast Club” set combines a cropped cotton pyjama top with the matching miniature floral print trousers. Pyjama quota: filled.
Pros & ConsPros- Cute, classic pyjama design
- 100% cotton
Cons- Pyjama top sold separately
- 14/75
Antler
Chelsea Backpack
As the popularity for socks at Christmas demonstrates, sometimes outwardly boring presents are actually the best received. This rule certainly extends to backpacks: a bag that’s really more of a practical choice than a fashion one. You can’t go far wrong with one of these Chelsea styles from Antler, which have been forensically designed to store as many things as humanly possible, making it perfect for even a weekender.
Pros & ConsPros- Large and thorough in pockets
- Sturdy and good-looking
Cons- None that we know of
- 15/75
Vagabond
Vivian Leather Mary Janes
Vagabond Vivian Leather Mary Janes
If you're thinking of adding a new colour pair of Adidas Spezials or Puma Palermos to her colourful sneaker collection then that’s still a sensible punt for the seasons to come, but if you think she’s fancying something a little different then the Mary Jane is back in a very, very big way. Go to Vagabond for comfort and cool.
Pros & ConsPros- Comfortable and cool
Cons- Though an autumn shoe, it's not ideal in wet weather
- 16/75
Intimissimi
Pretty Flowers Lingerie
Intimissimi Pretty Flowers Lingerie
We try a lot of lingerie, and within the realm of the affordable, Intimissimi makes some of the most beautiful and, crucially, comfortable. From its year-round collection “Pretty Flowers”, then: this floral lace balconette set, which is also available in cream and navy.
Pros & ConsPros- Beautiful lingerie
- Very comfortable
- Reasonably priced
Cons- We recommend checking sizing: pieces can come up quite small
- 17/75
Aesop
Karst
True to its creative roots, Aesop’s line of unisex fragrances reflect figurative scenarios in a fantasy-like quest from sea to mountain. In Karst, incredible freshness of juniper and sandalwood reflect the herbaceous and marine, imitating the scent — and feeling — of disembarking a ship onto verdant shores.
Pros & ConsPros- Beautifully fresh scent
Cons- Doesn't last very long on the skin
- 18/75
Jellycat
Capybara
Anyone not chronically online might find this entry puzzling, but really the only thing to grasp is that both the soft toy brand Jellycat and the giant rodent capybara are extremely popular, we’d guess even with your partner. If she’s ever shown you a “which capybara is your girlfriend” slideshow then this is nailed on winner.
Pros & ConsPros- Impossibly soft
- Collectible as well as sweet
Cons- Does she have too many soft toys already?
- 19/75
Glamour Beauty Box Subscription
We've been proponents of the beauty subscription gift for some time, and now our sister publication Glamour has only gone and launched its own. Expect quarterly compilations of six full-size products in the categories of skincare, haircare, makeup and fragrance, worth £200-£300 per box.
- 20/75
Tala
Active Tote Bag
Not content with creating some of the most flattering gymwear and sustainable everyday lounge pieces, Tala has now focused its product-wizardry on accessories. Simple but large with a secret pocket and in a style that goes with everything, its canvas tote bag is practicality embodied — but cute enough to classify as a gift.
Pros & ConsPros- Practical and stylish
Cons- Only one pocket
- 21/75
Sculpd
Candle Making Kit
A cutesy addition to the DIY gifting universe, the Sculpd candle-making kit lets its owner craft a candle holder in the shape of their choosing, fill it with rose and peony wax and place/trim their own wick. Add a set of acrylic paints if they want to add some colour to their creation.
Pros & ConsPros- Quirky DIY gift at a reasonable price
- Candles useable when project finished
Cons- Paints not included
- 22/75
Urban Outfitters
DIY Colour Tarot Deck
If she’s yet to acquire her own Tarot deck, start her off with this set, which combines the mindful activity of colouring in with the basic principles of a Tarot deck’s major arcana and all of its suits. And since each card comes separate from each other, once it’s done she’ll have a complete deck ready for readings.
Pros & ConsPros- Unique DIY gift
- Beautiful, usable product when finished
Cons- Will require dedication to finish
- 23/75
The White Company
Cashmere Socks
The White Company Cashmere Socks
Pure cashmere socks are the ideal way to bring opulence to everyday dressing, whether inside with slippers or at Winter Wonderland with her new pair of Uggs. The White Company's signature pair — in white, baby blue, pale pink, grey or camel — are always a highly appreciated winter gift.
Pros & ConsPros- Unbelievably soft and cosy
- The best quality The White Company has to offer
Cons- Two pairs may be necessary for when one is in the wash…
- 24/75
Selfridges
Rosé Wine & Malt Ball Hamper
Selfridges Rosé Wine & Malt Ball Hamper
Selfridges has always stood for excellence, and that's whether you're in the market for a designer bag, or something as simple and perfect as a two-piece gift set. Budgeting more for the latter? This bottle of rosé, paired with blonde chocolate malt balls, is guaranteed to hit.
Pros & ConsPros- Excellent quality wine and chocolate treat
Cons- Fewer products included than some hampers
- 25/75
Alo Yoga
Claw Clip
The benefits of the claw clip — and, inversely, the problems with the standard hair tie — are threatening to make scrunchies redundant in no time. If your giftee is on the hype (and if they have long hair, they probably should be) they’ll no doubt love the vintage vibes of this pearlescent ‘90s throwback from Alo Yoga.
Pros & ConsPros- A practical and popular accessory
Cons- On the expensive side
- 26/75
Whittard
Hot Chocolate Hamper
Anyone who’s been into a physical Whittard store will know how delicious its hot chocolates are, and should therefore know how fortunate they would be to share in this hamper. As well as the luxury milk and luxury white hot chocolates, you’ll get a tub of mini marshmallows, a pair of glass tumblers and a couple of milk chocolate spoons for an even more decadent take on the hot drink.
Pros & ConsPros- Best hot chocolate ever!
Cons- Includes 2 glasses, so if your cupboards are already full then bear that in mind
- 27/75
Marshall
Emberton III Speaker
Marshall’s impossibly cool amps may take up a lot of space and a fair amount of dosh, but its equivalent speakers are far smaller and more affordable. That being said, they’re still powerful little things that work perfectly as home speakers or for small gatherings. The new Emberton III is still water and dust proof, but now with added battery life and bass.
Pros & ConsPros- Excellent sound in a water and dustproof speaker
- Gorgeous design
Cons- None that we know of
- 28/75
Missoma
Jelly Heart Gemstone Ring
Missoma Jelly Heart Gemstone Ring
Purple, pink or blue quartz, green or aqua chalcedony, or black onyx: these are the semi-precious stones available in these ‘Jelly’ raised bevel rings by Missoma. They may want one in every colour, but if we're pushed to choose just one, it's got to be rose pink.
Pros & ConsPros- Lovely quality for reasonable price
- Standout piece
Cons- Gold is plated not solid
- 29/75
One Line A Day Memory Book
The global phenomenon that is the One Line A Day memory book is unique as a diary in that, with dedication, one doesn’t only get to reflect on the day that just took place, but also look at what was happening on that day one, two, three and four years past.
- 30/75
Charlotte Tilbury
Pillow Talk Lipstick
Charlotte Tilbury Pillow Talk Lipstick
There are thousands of makeup brands out there, but Charlotte Tilbury is at the very top of the pile what with its backstage-tested odes to glamour. Our pick? The matte lipstick in Pillow Talk and the brand's unbeatable Airbrush setting spray.
Pros & ConsPros- Lovely, creamy formula
- Opulent packaging
Cons- Needs a reasonable amount of reapplication
- 31/75
Cartwright & Butler
Breakfast in Bed Hamper
Cartwright & Butler Breakfast in Bed Hamper
Except for local bakery sourdough and her iced coffee made precisely how she likes it, this Cartwright & Butler breakfast in bed hamper has it all. Prosecco and orange juice, coffee and tea mean she can enjoy four separate drinks (or three, if you make a buck's fizz), biscuits and honeycomb for an extra sweet kick, and marmalade and strawberry preserve to go with that fresh loaf you're going to buy.
Pros & ConsPros- All the trimmings for a luxury breakfast in bed
- Includes some of our favourite biscuits
Cons- Bread and eggs sold separately
- 32/75
Not Another Bill
Personalised Shell Dish
Botticelli’s Birth of Venus but make it for trinkets. Not Another Bill’s personalised section outdoes itself with this silver dish which is prepared to hold everything from olives to hair ribbons.
Pros & ConsPros- Personalisable
- Ideal for holding all sorts
Cons- Plated rather than solid silver
- 33/75
Animalist
Pet Print
Does she love the dog or cat more than you? Then it could be time to replace the framed photo of the two of you with an Animalist poster. Select breed, colour palette and style of painting (line, form or abstract) before finishing with some text at the bottom. Voila: a unique and bespoke gift without any of the effort.
Pros & ConsPros- Dozens of cat and dog breeds to choose from
- A unique gift
Cons- Only three choices of art style
- 34/75
Adidas
Firebird Tracksuit Bottoms
Adidas Firebird Tracksuit Bottoms
We have a lot to thank Billie Eilish for, and though most of it is the music she writes with her brother Finneas, we also have her to thank for almost single-handedly popularising comfy clothing. If your giftee's into fashion even a little bit, or she’s just a sucker for the comfy life, chances are she’d love a tracksuit by Adidas.
Pros & ConsPros- Comfortable and fashionable
Cons- They won't be in fashion forever
- 35/75
Horosoaps
Soap
The astrologically curious never tire of new ways to explore their star sign, and that’s why Horosoaps is going to make a killing this Christmas. A very fun initiative that selects ingredients via a healthy roasting of each sign, this is a top stocking filler for 2024.
Pros & ConsPros- Quirky and fun small gift
Cons- Star signs not written on the actual bar
- 36/75
Gisou
Hair Oil Gift Set
Though only a decade old, honey-focused hair oil beauty brand Gisou is already hitting the big time. As the South Asian practice of hair oiling becomes common around the rest of the world, the tinctures and masks of this bee-centric label become ever more enticing. Its original hair oil is the easiest pressie you'll buy all year.
Pros & ConsPros- Lovely scent
- Improves quality of hair
Cons- Takes a while to wash out
- 37/75
Hotel Chocolat
Chocolate Dipping Adventure
Hotel Chocolat Dipping Adventure
Dip everything she's ever wanted to sample smothered in chocolate (everything except Timothée Chalamaet, that is) in this dipping “adventure” from Hotel Chocolat. Try marshmallows, gianduja balls and more in molten milk and white chocolates. Augustus Gloop types to the front.
Pros & ConsPros- Luxury chocolate experience
- Excellent for gifting
Cons- Not suitable for nut allergy sufferers
- 38/75
Drowsy
Silk Sleep Eye Mask
Pillowy, opulently cool and soft to touch and totally blackout, a Drowsy sleep mask is the viral gjft that we've tried and absolutely back. Yes, it may be more pricey than your standard sleep mask fare, but having tried one of these, we can confidently say it's worth more than its weight in deep REM hours.
Pros & ConsPros- Luxurious to touch
- Incredibly comfortable and blackout design
- Great for reducing fine lines and frizzy hair
Cons- Pricey
- 39/75
Adidas
Gazelle Bold Sneakers
Another year, another Adidas takeover. If she’s already got enough Gazelles and Spezials to sink a ship, try her on this “Bold” style with stacked platform soles and vintage-inspired yellow/burgundy colouring.
Pros & ConsPros- Cult design ideal for fashion lovers
- Comfortable
Cons- A little less wearable than non-platform Gazelles
- 40/75
Sol de Janeiro
Bum Bum Cream & More Gift Set
The only things you need to know about Sol de Janeiro’s Bum Bum cream is that a) it’s viral and b) the hype is justified. In this summer set, find the original lotion alongside a scrub, (comparably viral) body spray and sweet-smelling factor 50 sunscreen.
Pros & ConsPros- Unrivalled scents
- Products last a good amount of time
- Crowd-pleasing cult gift
Cons- On the pricey side (though we think worth it)
- 41/75
Desmond & Dempsey
Poplin Pyjama Trousers
Desmond & Dempsey Poplin Pyjama Trousers
Gifting lore states that he who comes to an impasse with ideas must opt for a pair of pyjamas. It’s an age-old tradition we so often rely on, and one we turn to again here. Desmond & Dempsey shows multiple patterned designs across its site, but this timeless, classic poplin pair is good enough to wear in and out of the house.
Pros & ConsPros- Beautiful quality
- Classic and timeless
Cons- Expensive (though, we think, worth it)
- 42/75
The Row
Half Moon Leather Bag
The designer of the moment for the chicest, most desirable bags, The Row is where you should be heading if you have a big budget and a partner with an appetite for fashion mags. Loved by Vogue, this Half Moon shoulder bag is an investment, an heirloom and one-way route to being the best boyfriend of all time.
Pros & ConsPros- Lifelong purchase and heirloom
- An It bag
Cons- Very pricey
- 43/75
Happily Puzzles
90s Jigsaw
Anyone who was a child or tween in the ‘90s, or who was born up until 1994 (i.e. able to remember their time in the decade) ought to appreciate this illustrated jigsaw puzzle. One thousand pieces combine to create an illustrated picture of ephemera and snacks from the era, including a floppy disc, a game of Snake on a Nokia and a 25p pack of Wrigley’s chewing gum.
Pros & ConsPros- A unique challenge
- Beautiful finished design
Cons- Will be too simple for seasoned puzzlers
- 44/75
Blondie's Kitchen
Cookie Dough Roll
If your giftee is more of an unwrap-and-immediately-eat kind of foodie then this buy not be for her, but if she likes the ritual of baking her own treats then Blondie's cookie dough roll offers the best of both worlds. Since it's come straight outta our favourite London bakery's kitchen, we know it'll make the best cookies she's ever baked.
Pros & ConsPros- Our favourite cookie brand helps your giftee do DIY
Cons- Takes dedication to actually make
- 45/75
Not On The High Street
Couples Bucket List Journal
If you're not the romantic type then look away now, because we're about to fill the soppy quota that every gift guide requires. Head to Not on the Highstreet and you'll find Oakdene Designs has produced a personalisable bucket list journal for couples: a keepsake and manifesto for best friends and life partners.
Pros & ConsPros- Personalisable
- Perfect gift for couples
Cons- Couple illustration fairly rudimentary
- 46/75
Skims
Hoodie
Imagined by Kim Kardashian; backed by Lana Del Rey, Nicola Coughlan, Sabrina Carpenter et al., Skims has a cinematic universe all its own, and not all of it is lingerie. This cotton fleece hoodie deserves a home beside her other loungewear classics.
Pros & ConsPros- Beautiful to the touch
- Classic design
Cons- £10 shipping fee to UK adds to fairly pricey tag
- 47/75
111Skin
Eyelift Edit
If we had birthday present registers like those we have for weddings, we’d like to think that bits and pieces by 111Skin would be on it. Of course, “bits and pieces” at this world-beating dermatology brand means de-puffing, lifting, borderline-magical face masks and creams, three of which come in a pack here.
Pros & ConsPros- Efficient, must-have premium skincare
Cons- You pay for the benefits!
- 48/75
Mejuri
Diamond Letter Bracelet
Mejuri Diamond Letter Bracelet
Demi-fine jewellery refers to those brands that create trinkets far beyond the quality of trend-inspired costume pieces but are more attainable than your Cartiers or your Tiffanys. One of our favourites in the category is Mejuri, whose spectacular letter bracelet uses real diamonds and yellow gold but still costs under £300.
Pros & ConsPros- Stunning quality at an amazing price
- Choose their or your initial to make it personalised
Cons- May be too subtle for some
- 49/75
Stanley
Tumbler
The machinations of capitalism are a strange thing, and something we can't always explain them: the explosive popularity of an enormous stainless steel water tumbler by American camping company Stanley is one such example. Whether by marketing, influencers, dark magic or a cocktail of all three, one of these glorified water bottles is high on her wish list right now.
Pros & ConsPros- Keeps liquids hot/cold
- Status symbol/good-looking
Cons- Large and cumbersome
- 50/75
Laneige
Overnight Lip Mask
Korean skincare is the flavour of the month, and Laneige’s decadent lip mask is topping the wishlists of every beauty adherent. Built to be slathered on before sleep, this original berry tincture leaves lips incredibly soft come morning. Plus, one little pot lasts an eon.
Pros & ConsPros- Beauty grail that works as well as advertised
- One pot lasts a long time
Cons- None that we know of
- 51/75
Biscuiteers
DIY Butterfly Biscuits
Biscuiteers DIY Butterfly Biscuits
You never thought you'd be the kind of person who'd sit down and decorate a butterfly-shaped biscuit, did you? But that's before you fell in love. This excellent DIY gift provides a dozen ready-baked biscuits and the decorations to furnish them.
Pros & ConsPros- Gorgeous biscuits and lovely ingredients for decoration
- Collectible tin
Cons- Will require effort on behalf of giftee to use
- 52/75
Aesop
Majestic Melodies Gift Set
Aesop Majestic Melodies Gift Set
A top five bodycare brand on anyone’s list, Aesop is a one-stop shop for housewarming and wedding gifts, and is ideal for those people who seem to have absolutely everything: even if they’ve got a geranium leaf shower gel, resurrection hand wash and balm and rejuvenate body balm already, this set will replace them when they run out.
Pros & ConsPros- Gorgeous scents in irresistible packaging
- Crowd-pleasing gift
Cons- Pricey (but so worth it)
- 53/75
Glossier
You Perfume
It may look like a bottle of glow serum, but this chic bottle with delicate thumbprint design actually contains one of the most addictive eau de parfums of recent times. Glossier’s You is a cruelty-free and vegan riot of gentle scents and an easy choice for her next birthday.
Pros & ConsPros- Addictive scent
- Stylish bottle
Cons- None that we know of
- 54/75
Stackers
Makeup Organiser
Organisation has never been cooler, so if your other half's worst nightmare is a floordrobe and a mess of products on the dressing table, she deserves something that organises her stuff comprehensively. That's where Stackers' jewellery boxes and jumbo makeup organisers come in, the latter of which boasts 22 separate compartments plus pull-out drawer for more unsightly products.
Pros & ConsPros- Thorough unit that should fit most make-up and skincare
- Subtle design
Cons- Dusting it is a pain
- 55/75
Neom
Happiness Candle
You can’t buy happiness, but you can get somewhere close with Neom’s ‘Happiness’ scented candle, which is inspired by joy. “But what does joy smell like?” you may well ask. According to this organic London brand, the answer is threefold: neroli, mimosa and lemons. You heard it here first.
Pros & ConsPros- Uplifting and beautifully scented
- Organic
Cons- Too powerfully scented for some
- 56/75
Taschen
Pirate Tales
Tales of unicorns, fairies and monsters are all fun and games, but, being non-fiction, pirates have the edge in our book. Or, in Taschen’s, whose latest selection of coffee table tomes includes Pirate Tales, an illustrated romp through the history of the golden age of the mutineer — both real and imagined.
Pros & ConsPros- Unique item for every coffee table
Cons- None that we know of
- 57/75
Oodie
for Her
The Oodie has done that rare thing and transformed the standards society has around a simple piece of clothing. The hoodie is a streetwear staple, but an Oodie? Now that's an all-encompassing marshmallow-like cloud of fleece that fans of weekends rotting on the settee should never be without.
Pros & ConsPros- Impossibly comfortable and cosy
Cons- Too hot for summer
- 58/75
Bloom & Wild
Flower Subscription
Bloom & Wild Flower Subscription
You probably didn't seek help from a gift guide only to be told to buy a bouquet of flowers. However — and this is crucial — the kind of flowers you buy are absolutely key. A local independent florist always works, but if you've left it last-minute or want to gift a repeating subscription then it's Bloom & Wild to whom you must turn.
Pros & ConsPros- Great last-minute gifting option
- Flowers fresh and delivered intact
Cons- You won't be able to choose the bouquets
- 59/75
Diptyque
Eau Rose Hair Mist
The West may have only just discovered the benefits of hair oiling and scalp stimulation, but we've sure hit the ground running with it. For another way to treat the hair, we recommend gifting her a hair mist: an essential for scent layering, Diptyque's are a surefire way to give her an opulent glimpse of aroma every time she moves her hair.
Pros & ConsPros- Opulent scent; luxury bottle
- Excellent way to scent layer
Cons- More subtle than an eau de parfum
- 60/75
LSW London
Habit Notes
The only thing more difficult than breaking a habit is making one, which is why LSW's thorough Habit Notes looks at every psychology tactic in the book to help her along the way. Whether it's exercise, cooking, playing an instrument or going to the gym, this series of motivational goal-setting pages should help her on her way.
Pros & ConsPros- Mindset-changing
- Slick, user-friendly look
Cons- Will require dedication on your giftee's part
- 61/75
Coco & Eve
Hair Masque
Everyone’s hair gets thirsty, but if your gf has highlights or bleach in her tresses, she’s in even more need of follicular moisturisation. Coco & Eve’s lotions and potions promise deep treatment of frizz and dryness, and its specially-formulated masque is its mostly highly-rated.
Pros & ConsPros- Smells heavenly
- Deeply nourishing and conditioning
Cons- Cheaper (though less luxury) masks available
- 62/75
Apple
AirPods Max
You won't be surprised to hear this, but Apple really knows what its doing when it comes to audio. Like its iPhones, the ubiquity of AirPods Max are not only because of beauty in design, but also because of the extraordinary noise-cancelling capabilities they provide.
Pros & ConsPros- Excellent audio quality
- Viral, sleek design
Cons- Some find them uncomfortable
- 63/75
Not Another Bill
Leather Jewellery Case
All that jewellery you’ve bought her over the years needs somewhere to go, and just strewn on the sideboard isn’t going to do the trick. With your next trinket gift, pick up a leather and suede jewellery box too. Of course, this customisable collectible item is present enough all by itself.
Pros & ConsPros- High quality leather
- Personalisable
Cons- Quite pricey
- 64/75
Hendog Designs
12 Reasons Why I Love You Mini Love Letters
12 Reasons Why I Love You Mini Love Letters
“How do I love thee? Let me count the ways”... an original sonnet is a powerful thing, but does each line come enclosed in a miniature letter complete with decorated envelope? Checkmate, Elizabeth Barrett Browning.
Pros & ConsPros- Very cute gift idea
- Fully personalisable
Cons- May collect dust after initial gifting
- 65/75
Olivia & Pearl
Oh So Fine Bracelet
A tiny cultured pearl is the understated star of this fine bracelet, the perfect finishing touch to any of her favourite outfits. Available on a silver, gold vermeil or rose gold chain.
Pros & ConsPros- Stunning quality at an amazing price
Cons- May be too subtle for some
- 66/75
Salomon
Running Belt
Running has rarely seen such a popular period, with clubs and lone wolves swarming parks and pavements every weekend. If this particularly healthy habit has captured your significant other, she’ll be in need of a belt to keep her things in order. Like its running vests, Salomon’s is among the best.
- 67/75
Givenchy
Irresistible Eau de Parfum
Marilyn Monroe may have insisted she went to bed wearing nothing but Chanel No.5, but those close to her say that she smelled of soap. Perhaps she would today have favoured Givenchy Irresistible, which uses woody base notes and a heart of rose for a thoroughly clean almost soap-like scent.
Pros & ConsPros- Clean, heavenly scent
Cons- A little subtle for an evening scent
- 68/75
Burga
Leopard Print Phone Case
Burga Leopard Print Phone Case
Mob wife may have turned out to be yet another micro-trend, but the leopard/cheetah prints associated with it are part of a lifestyle with far more longevity. A phone case in the wild print is ideal for the woman who already loves it on her mid-rise trousers this season.
Pros & ConsPros- Standout design
- Matching notebook/Mac cover/AirPods case etc. available
Cons- None that we can see
- 69/75
Nio Cocktails
Gin Box
Nio (Needs Ice Only) Cocktails is doing for cocktails what Bloom & Wild has done for flowers. That is: making a subscription model that delivers its goods through letterboxes without spoiling or compromise. In this gift set: a selection of the brand's four most popular gin mixes, from a gin sour to a negroni.
Pros & ConsPros- Excellent flavours close to freshly made versions of the cocktails
- Sustainable
Cons- Boxes provide short pours rather than long cocktails
- 70/75
Currentbody
LED Face Mask
Is is the pleasure of every person's life to frighten their partner with the Hannibal Lecter stylings of an LED face mask. Buy her one of these and putting the fear of god in you won't even be the best thing about it: an LED face mask works at the front-lines of skincare, targeting the dermal layers for some serious anti-ageing effects.
Pros & ConsPros- Cult, coveted beauty grail
- Generous gift
Cons- Requires dedication of use on the part of the giftee
- 71/75
Papier
Mini Photo Book
A miniature square-shaped photo book with space enough for 40 photos, this little hardback collectible uses high-gloss paper to present some of the best snapshots from your relationship together. A coffee table book with a bespoke twist, you don't need Valentine's Day as an excuse.
Pros & ConsPros- Beautiful quality
- Fully customisable
Cons- Pricey to add additional pages
- 72/75
Uniqlo
Round Shoulder Bag
The soft shell crossbody bag that changed the world of accessories forever, Uniqlo's ubiquitous round shoulder bag may have the word “mini” in its title but diminutive this certainly is not. From our own tests in the field, we've concluded that one of these can fit a small gym towel and water bottle or a standard 750ml wine and bar of chocolate. RIP Mary Poppins, you would have loved one of these.
Pros & ConsPros- Cult, subtle design
- Fits an impossible amount of things
Cons- Natural colourway shows dirt easily
- 73/75
SpaBreaks
Spa Break
How about a spa break? There are hundreds of hotels and country homes with saunas and treatment rooms both in and outside of the cities, and 500 of them are awaiting your booking over at Spabreaks. We love a gift for them that’s also for you — and this could be the best gift for couples of all.
Pros & ConsPros- Crowd-pleasing, generous gift
- Quality time together
Cons- Can be pricey
- 74/75
Slip
Silk Scrunchies
Though it’s been around for thousands of years, silk is having a bit of a moment right now. If you’ve already gotten her a pillowcase, a turban and an eye mask, next on the list is a set of scrunchies. The best come from Slip. Buy them in a set with a sleep mask if you’re feeling spendy.
Pros & ConsPros- Beautiful quality silk
- Better for hair than ordinary hair ties
Cons- None that we know of
- 75/75
Dyson
Airwrap
There are some truly great duplicates on the market in 2024, but if she won’t be satisfied with anything but the original then invest in a Dyson Airwrap. The full package for creating salon blow dries at home, its the Vinca Blue set that'll look smartest on her vanity table.
Pros & ConsPros- Cult, coveted beauty grail
- Quiet functioning
Cons- Very expensive