59 best gifts for your girlfriend in 2023

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.

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 our Style & Beauty team recommends the Shark FlexStyle 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.

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.

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.

Bombas Women's Performance Running Ankle Sock 3-Pack

Bombas makes the best socks we've ever tried, and they're a gift we find ourselves giving every year to loved ones. They're lightweight, moisture-wicking, and built to circumvent annoyances like uncomfortable seams and heel slipping.

Naadam The Essential Ribbed Cashmere Beanie

Because nothing says winter style like a cozy cashmere beanie. This seriously-soft pick from Naadam has a classic silhouette and luxurious feel that makes staying protected from the cold a chic pursuit. 

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

JoncAye Pickleball Paddle Set

If she's been looking to pick up a new hobby, treat her to her very first set of pickleball paddles. If you want to make the gift even more special, give her a lesson so she knows exactly how to wield them.

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.

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. 

Mosser Glass Colored Glass Cake Stand

If "The Great British Bake Off" is her favorite show, giving her a baking-related gift feels mandatory. This gorgeous colored glass cake stand should be an easy choice. Even when she's not using it to show off her homemade treats, it makes for a wonderful piece of kitchen decor.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

BaubleBar Annalise 18K Gold Earrings

Every woman should have a great pair of gold hoops. They dress up any outfit with ease and are still subtle enough for everyday wear. We love this chunky pair from BaubleBar, which is made of gold-plated sterling silver so it's a bit more affordable and won't irritate sensitive skin.

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.

"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.

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.

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.

West Elm Duck Polished Brass Trinket Tray

For the girlfriend that always misplaces her keys, cards, or anything, this trinket tray is a stylish and thoughtful way to help her keep those essentials from getting lost.

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.

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.

Estelle Colored Rocks Glass (Set of 6)

Beauty and function meet in these rocks glasses by Estelle Colored Glass, a Black-owned home decor brand specializing in luxury hand-blown glassware. Blending classic silhouettes with eye-catching contemporary colors, this 6-piece set is perfect for the host who wants her drinkware to wow as much as the drinks. If bubbly is more her style, we also love Estelle Colored Glass's Champagne Coupe Stemware.

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. 

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.

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.

Otherland Candle

Otherland makes some of our favorite luxury candles, and for $36 a pop, they offer unique scent combos in a really beautiful, reusable container. You can also mix-and-match your own gift sets or shop exclusive collections.

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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 $1.23 per custom card. You can also make a color series photo book for $22, a set of prints for $9, and a personalized calendar on a handcrafted wood clipboard for $35.

Aquis Rapid Dry Lisse Hair Towel

Aquis' cult-favorite hair towels can cut the amount of time it takes for her hair to dry in half — a claim we're happy to report holds up. The proprietary fabric also means there's less damage to wet hair while it dries. 

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.

BestSelf Co. Self Journal

The Self Journal is an undated, 13-week planner that's designed for daily use and quarterly planning. It helps its owner break projects and goals into manageable chunks. We love it.

If she's working towards a big goal, this could be a really thoughtful resource — especially if it's the kind of goal you can't help her achieve otherwise.

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.

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.

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.

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 of experts and celebrity guest judges.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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. 

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.

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.

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.  

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. 

Birkenstock Women's Arizona Slide Sandal

If your girlfriend wears the unbelievably comfortable Birkenstocks most days, she might appreciate a new, unblemished pair. They're also in style. 

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.

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.

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 price on 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.