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Your bestie has your back, sides, and front, so they truly deserve something more meaningful than a run-of-the-mill gift. Whether your BFF is your mom, sibling, or chosen family, finding the perfect best friend gifts means tuning into their unique personality, tastes, and hobbies. After all, no one knows your best friend like you do—but all that familiarity can add a little pressure—how do you shop for best friend gifts that will feel truly special and memorable?!
The key is to choose something thoughtful and personal, a gift that reflects their essence and the bond you share. You want them to feel celebrated, cherished, and, of course, seen. To help you nail that perfect pick, we’ve curated a list of gifts tailored for every type of BFF—from childhood confidants and college roommates to work friends turned soulmates. No matter their style or interests, we’ve got you covered at every price point, so you can make them smile without breaking the bank.
Below you’ll find everything from white elephant-worthy gifts they’ll want to steal at their holiday swap, to editor-approved products and even heartfelt personalized items. No matter which gift you choose, it’s bound to bring a smile to their face—and remind them why having you as their best friend is truly a gift in itself.
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Best friend gifts $30 and under
If your bestie lives in athleisure, Well+Good contributing writer Hannah Singleton recommends Halara’s flare yoga leggings. “They’re one of the most comfortable pairs of travel ‘pants’ I own,” she writes in a review—and, not to mention, “elicits raving compliments every time you wear it.” The pair is available in 19 colors and in three lengths, so you’re bound to find their perfect fit.
A flameless candle like this pick promises the same cozy ambience without the safety concerns of a flame candle. (Plus, it’ll last longer.) It also doubles as a diffuser, dispensing a pleasant scent (based on the choice of oil) for up to 50 hours on a single charge. The LED light flickers like a real flame, and it’s a cinch to operate: “Light” it by removing the lid, and “blow” or “snuff” the candle to power it off.
This bag is a classic and has been loved by celebs like Katie Holmes and Reese Witherspoon for years. Made from heavyweight canvas, it’s a durable carryall for the tote-schlepping bestie you love. Better yet, you can personalize can customize it further with up to 10 letters in various fonts and styles for a few more dollars.
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Leave your bestie blushing with Saie’s Mini Dew Set. It comes with three shades of its best-selling blush. There’s Baby, a bright pink; Chilly, a cool mauve; and Flirty, a limited-edition coral pink. Each delivers a wash of buildable pigment that will lend your BFF’s skin a healthy-looking—and long-lasting—flush of color. Plus, the formula is fragrance-free and deemed safe for sensitive skin.
Skincare is the gift that keeps on giving. If your BFF’s skin is particularly sensitive, dry, or acne-prone, the Krave Great Barrier Relief Serum—as the name suggests—will offer relief. With a blend of nourishing oils and ceramides, as well as niacinamide, glycerin, and squalane, it soothes inflammation and moisturizes the skin without clogging pores or exacerbating irritation.
These leather keychain holders are both fun and functional. They’re sized to fit an Apple AirTag so your bestie can keep tags on her bag, but they make for a cute accessory on their own. They come as a pair and in a variety of designs—including the fruity options pictured above—which can be attached to a purse, a backpack, or a luggage handle. One for you, one for her!
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Give your BFF the gift of a professional-looking manicure with this press-on nail kit, which comes with the recommendation of Well+Good Senior Beauty Editor Aimee Simeon. Simeon wrote, “I get so many compliments when I wear Glamnetic’s press-on nails, mainly because they look like I got them done at the salon.” Choose from several French-tip colors, including red (pictured above), pink, purple, tan, and more.
If your bestie is in a long-term relationship with Trader Joe’s, this cookbook will make a perfect gift. The recipes call for ingredients from TJs, helping simplify the process of food shopping and meal planning, with options for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free lifestyles as well. With recipes like Crayon-Box Tomato and Candied Nut Salad and Champagne-Saffron Risotto, this cookbook will only solidify your BFF’s love for everyone’s fave grocery chain.
Best gifts $50 and under
The bestie who’s perpetually cold will love The Comfy; the Shark Tank-famous innovation is basically a blanket with a hood and sleeves. Is it a little kitschy? Sure. But what it lacks in style, it makes up for in comfort. It’s made from soft microfiber and lined with fluffy sherpa fleece for warmth. Take your pick from dozens of different colors.
If your bestie doesn’t leave home without H-2-O-T-O-G-O, this water bottle holder makes a practical but thoughtful gift. Its insulated interior keeps water cold, and the drawstring opening can accommodate bottles or tumblers up to 2.4 liters in size. A front zippered pocket offers extra room for essentials like a phone and wallet. It’s available in different designs, including solid colors and fun patterns.
Why get your bestie a generic friendship bracelet when you can get them this customizable bracelet? You can personalize it with one or up to 12 letters, which will be strung alongside Pisa beads. The result is something truly unique to your BFF. Alternatively, BaubleBar sells a Pisa Charm Necklace, which can be customized with up to seven charms of your choice.
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Cadence’s travel containers will help your best friend efficiently pack their skincare products when they’re on the move. Beyond preventing their potions and lotions from spilling in transit, they’re also TSA-friendly. You can select from five colors and various options, including a Haircare Set ($66), Bodycare Set ($66), and if you’re willing to shell out more than $100, the Daily Routine Set ($130).
The Maude Tub Kit will prompt your bestie to make “me-time” a daily indulgence. The set comes with the Soak, which is formulated with salt crystals from the Southern Dead Sea, and the Bath, which contains skin-moisturizing coconut milk powder. Both products in the No. 1 Kit are perfumed with warm amber and tonka bean, but you can select from the brightly scented No. 2 and No. 3, which smells fresh and clean.
Maison Margiela’s fragrance set includes 10 fan-favorite perfume samplers, including Lazy Sunday Morning, Jazz Club, Beach Walk, Sailing Day, and Autumn Vibes. Each scent is inspired by its name; For instance, Lazy Sunday Morning is reminiscent of fresh linen sheets, while Jazz Club has notes of whiskey and tobacco. Without limiting your BFF to a single perfume, they’re sure to find an option they like.
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For a beloved gardener in need of outdoor shoes, Sloggers’ clogs have earned a 4.6-star overall rating on Amazon after more than 17,000 reviews. It’s waterproof to protect your bestie’s feet from dirt, mud, and muck, and the lugged outsole will keep them steady on their feet as they tend to their plants. Many shoppers also proclaim that the “comfort” insole lives up to its promise. Select from dozens of prints, from floral to paisley patterns.
Best gifts $100 and under
Rumpl’s warm yet lightweight blanket is perfect for campers and road-trippers. It’s insulated with a synthetic polyester fill to add a layer of warmth to any outdoor situation, and its water-resistant shell resists moisture from wetness. As a bonus, the blanket features a “cape clip” to wear around the shoulders hand-free. Despite its lofty size, it’s lightweight (it weighs 11.2 ounces, to be exact) and packs down small for easy transportation.
The bestie who lives by the stars will love to unwrap a necklace displaying their unique star sign. The chain is strung with a pendant that bears the symbol of each zodiac sign, and it’s waterproof and tarnish-resistant so you can wear it while you shower, swim, or sweat. The option pictured above is made from 14-karat-gold vermeil, but it’s also available in sterling silver.
If your bestie is devoted to their beloved fur-baby, this pet-portrait sweatshirt will allow them to wear their love on their chest. It can be customized with their pet’s image, and you can select from various fonts and colors to make it truly personal. The sweatshirt is available in sizes S-XXL and in seven colors. Just keep in mind: It can take several weeks for delivery.
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A cozy gift is perfect for a homebody, and these slippers are the textbook definition of coziness. The pair’s memory foam footbed sits atop a fluffy sherpa fabric to keep your bestie’s feet toasty warm. Shop it in five colors—including mauve, sky blue, and Teddy-bear brown. As with all Bombas purchases, the brand will donate a pair of slippers for every one sold.
My bestie lives in London, where the sun doesn’t shine very often. She’s been shopping around for a light therapy lamp to stave off the winter blues, and I plan on giving her this one. I own the same model, which has seen me through the darkest days of the year. It features 10,000 lux of UV-free light, plus four brightness levels and three temperature settings to choose from. If I can’t bring my BFF the sunshine, I hope this will.
If you’re looking for a gift for the photographer in your life, consider this screen-free digital camera. It’s vetted by Well+Good digital designer Alyssa Gray. “I love the vintage aesthetic of the photos, and it is so easy to use,” writes Gray. “You can just connect it to your laptop and download the images to your desktop whenever you want.”
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Keep your bestie’s passport secure and protected with this leather passport case. It has a simple bi-fold design that can hold up to two passports, and it’s available in 12 colors, from classic neutrals to bright pops of color like lilac and robin’s egg blue. For $15, you can also personalize it with your BFF’s initials (which can be foil-debossed or printed) or up to 3 letters in a variety of fonts.
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