Lifestyle
22 Cute Gift Ideas Perfect For All Your BFFs
Because your besties deserve the world. …
Honestly, what would we do without our best friends? They’re there for us in the best of times (like when you finally got that job promotion) and the worst of times (when your ex broke your heart for the third time this year, ugh). Our pals deserve the royal treatment, which is why these best friend gift ideas are the perfect way to say thank you this holiday season. Finding the perfect gift for your best friend can be difficult. After all, you want it to be something they’ll actually use, but you also want it to be surprising, unique and fun. Best friends are worthy of the best gifts, natch. Luckily for us all, there are so many gifts any type of best friend will love. Get ready to win the holidays this year.
I’m one of those people who loves to give gifts. I focus on what my friends are interested in throughout the year so that I make sure and give them a holiday gift that means something—and is catered to them specifically. Anyone can give you a gift card, but a real friend knows what you might actually want this holiday season.
When figuring the perfect gifts for my best friends, I always think about what excites them, what annoys them and what they’re always doing. If they’re constantly talking about a subject every time I see them, I try and find a gift that goes along with that subject. Paying attention to what your best friends say is key to finding the perfect gift for them.
In case you’re a little unsure about what to gift your BFFs this season, I’ve got your back. Below, you’ll find 22 perfectly-curated best friend gifts sure to please, some of which are splurges and others are small, thoughtful tokens. Whether your best friends are into home decor, beauty, self-care, music—you name it—there’s something on this list that will turn you into the best gift-giver this holiday season. You might even end up treating yourself to a little something, too. I won’t blame you. Happy gifting!
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Courtesy of Halluci.
For The Work-From-Homer
Slippers are the ultimate gift for 2020, and your BFF deserves an extra-fluffy pair.
Buy: Halluci Cross Band Slippers $23.99
Courtesy of Kitsch.
For The Astrology Nerd
We all have that one friend who wants to read your horoscope and tarot cards. Get them some crystals and make their day.
Buy: Kitsch Personal Power Pocket Crystals $28
Image courtesy of AllSaints.
For Your Friend Since Gradeschool
The adult version of the beloved friendship bracelet is sophisticated and refined—the perfect embodiment of a friendship that has grown stronger with age. And during AllSaints’ Black Friday promotion, it’s 30% off. So you can get two, in true friendship-bracelet style.
Courtesy of Ray-Ban.
For The Diva
If your friend throws on sunnies more often than a celeb avoiding the paparazzi, treat them to a new pair like this pick from Ray-Ban.
Buy: Ray-Ban Rb4306 Hexagonal Sunglasses $144
Courtesy of Stoney Clover Lane.
For the Packer
Consider gifting this useful and adorable sherpa pouch from Stoney Clover Lane. You can add colorful letters and cool patches—from lipsticks to city landscapes—to make this case feel truly unique. Or, get your BFF’s initials!
Courtesy of Happy Planner.
For The Gal With A Plan
Let’s be real: Everyone is looking forward to 2021 after this garbage fire of a year. Get your friend a brand new planner, which will inspire them to make the most of next year. Make sure you pencil in some BFF time before you gift it! Also, if your friend has #goals, there’s an extension pack that’ll help them reach them.
Courtesy of Maptote.
For The Friend Who Just Moved
Decor is a great gift when you really get someone’s personal style, and if your BFF has a place they love, something like this Los Angeles Wall Hanging is a great pick. Choose from tons of different cities via Maptote.
Courtesy of Gift Boutique.
For The Coffee Addict
Does your friend get lipstick on their mug every time without fail? This subtle lip stain mug has their name (and lipstick) written all over it. Mugs are always a safe choice for gifting, since you can never have too many!
Buy: Gift Boutique Women’s Reiko Kaneko Lip Tease Mug $25
Courtesy of Iphoria.
For The Tech Guru
Help your friend protect their delicate AirPods with this chic leopard-print case. The case connects to a keychain, so they can attach them to their key ring. So chic!
Buy: Iphoria Leo Print Airpod Case, Leo Print $33
Courtesy of Sunday Riley.
For The Skincare Fanatic
This skincare gift set includes the Good Genes All-In-One Lactic Acid Treatment and Ceramic Slip Cleanser, two of Sunday Riley’s most popular products. Your friend’s skin will be brighter and their fine lines will be less visible—everyone deserves a set like this in their stocking.
Courtesy of National Geographic.
For The Amateur Chef
Boasting 135 recipes, this massive cookbook will not only give your BFF delicious meal options, but will advise you on when to eat them to help your friend live healthier. A perfect pick for the friend who is always talking about “optimizing” their life, or has just run out of lunch ideas while working from home.
Buy: The What to Eat When Cookbook $21.99
Courtesy of Uncommon Goods.
For the Bather
Does your friend complain about not having a place to put their wine? Here’s a cute (and funny) solution that’ll stick to the tub walls, within your friend’s reach for those hours in the tub.
Courtesy of Hat Attack.
For The Non-Stop Texter
Keep your friend’s hands warm with these chic (and practical) texting gloves—you know, for when they’re texting you some tea.
Buy: Hat Attack Women’s Basic Texting Gloves $43
Courtesy of Voluspa.
For The Candle-Obsessed
These coconut wax candles from Voluspa come in sweet-smelling scents like Macron and Prosecco Bellini, not to mention the gorgeous jar is basically built-in gift wrap.
Courtesy of KIRUNDO.
For The Loungewear Lover
Your friend will be stylish even while they’re snoozing with this comfy tie-dye set. If they didn’t buy one during quarantine, you pretty much have to get them one.
Buy: KIRUNDO Women’s Tie Dye Pajamas Set $31.99
Courtesy of Lele Sadoughi.
For The Fashionista
You know they want one!! Hair accessories are in right now, so help your BFF stay on trend with a cute Lele Sadoughi headband.
Courtesy of UGG.
For The Shearling Fan
So it’s not technically shearling, but this mini-backpack is super chic for friends who prefer to carry a lighter load, and it feels just as fuzzy and soft.
Buy: UGG Dannie Mini Backpack $81.91
Courtesy of ohii.
For The Lip Balm Addict
We all have that one friend that doesn’t leave the house without five lip balms in her purse, and she’ll love how cute these ohii Lip Jellies are. Choose from agave, rose, peach and mint. Or get all four. She’s your BFF, after all.
Courtesy of Anthropologie.
For The Friend Who’s Always Cold
If your friend already has their winter wardrobe down pat, gift her a cozy, cute accessory like this beautiful scarf, which will add a pop of color to their outfits on even the darkest days of winter.
Courtesy of Instax.
For The Shutterbug
If your friend loves snapping polaroid pictures, they’ll love this instant camera from Fujifilm.
Courtesy of Missoma.
For The Jewelry Collector
Your BFF deserves a gorg gold necklace, and Missoma’s pieces are affordable yet stunning. I love this pendant necklace from their collection with Lucy Williams.
Courtesy of Crosley.
For The Music-Lover
We all have that one friend that loves thrifting and controlling the music at the party, and there’s no better gift for them than an old-school turntable with a few of her favorite albums as records.
This article was originally published in November 2019. Updated October 2020.
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Shawn Mendes Gets Real About Mental Health in Eye Opening New Documentary
Shawn Mendes opens up about his mental health in his recent documentary, he takes that honesty to a whole new level. From the time he was a teenager becoming famous, to dealing with the huge pressures of being a global star, Mendes has talked openly about how it affects his mental well-being. Through his personal stories, fans get an even closer look at his journey, which is filled with ups and downs as he searches for genuine happiness. In his 2020 Netflix documentary, *Shawn Mendes: In Wonder*, the singer of hits like “Stitches” shares a touching portrait of his life at the height of his career.
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His readiness to share his story, no matter how complicated it may be, makes him relatable to his supporters. Through his documentary and candidness, Mendes encourages an important discussion about mental health in music. He’s showing that being vulnerable isn’t a weakness but a strength, a message that will likely inspire many others to be kinder to themselves. Though Shawn Mendes is a global superstar, at the end of the day, he’s just a young man trying to figure things out, just like everyone else. In his honesty, he’s discovered a connection with people.
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