The Best Gifts For Women
Once you've decided on the perfect gift, finding a good price can be hard enough. But what if you have no idea what to get the woman in your life? To help make your search a little bit easier, we rounded up a diverse array of gifts that might appeal to the lucky lady.
What to Look For
When it comes to choosing the right gift, it’s hard to give universally applicable advice. But we think that a well-chosen gift should be at least three things: useful, considerate, and surprising. If you can catch your giftee off-guard with a present that’s equally practical and relevant to their life, you’ll be golden. With that in mind, we selected a few gifts that are fairly different from each other. For example, if you’re looking for cozy gift ideas, we’d point you to the pure silk pillowcase made by Zimasilk as well as the wool blanket offered by Wooly Mammoth. But for more practical options, look to She’s Birdie’s personal safety alarm and Theragun’s lauded mini massage gun. To learn more, keep on reading.
Zimasilk 100% Mulberry Silk Pillowcase
Sweet dreams
When it comes to pillowcases, silk is often considered the superior material. That’s because it can help mitigate acne, prevent frizzy hair, and reduce skin irritation. Plus, it feels absolutely luxurious. This silk pillowcase from Zimasilk is our favorite option because it offers the high-quality silk we look for despite costing a fraction of the price of name-brand options.
Pros:
- Huge variety of colors and sizes to choose from
- The colors don’t fade easily over time
- Made of pure mulberry silk rather than a cheap blend
Cons:
- Stitching isn’t the most secure, so it’s best to wash by hand
Woolly Mammoth Woolen Co. Extra-Large Merino Wool Camp Blanket
Snuggle up
Wool has the marvelous ability to insulate heat while remaining breathable. Though that may seem impossible, somehow wool manages to do that, and it’s evident as soon as you wrap yourself up in a wool blanket. Capable of keeping you nice and toasty without making you overheat, these blankets from Woolly Mammoth are our favorite at this price point.
Pros:
- Extreme versatile for beds, picnics, camping, etc.
- Double-stitched to ensure longevity
- Utilizes Merino wool, which is considered the best type
Cons:
- Not made of 100% wool; 20% of the blend comes from polyester, nylon, and other fibers
She’s Birdie The Original Personal Safety Alarm
Even if she never uses it, the woman who you buy this for will likely feel a lot safer knowing she has this safety device on her key ring. When the alarm is activated, a blaring siren resounds while the device emits flashing lights to help disorient potential attackers and catch the attention of people nearby. It’s easy to activate, too — all she needs to do is pull out the top pin to do so.
Pros:
- Unlike pepper spray and similar defense tools, this one can be taken anywhere
- Offered in a variety of colors
- Small enough to bring along while going for a run
Cons:
- We wish it were louder, though this is an understandable limitation considering its compact size
XXXFLOWER Plant Terrarium with Wooden Stand
Greener pastures
Who says you need a green thumb to nurture some thriving greenery? With a set of plant terrariums like this, your recipient can introduce plant cuttings, flowers, and other plant life into the glass bulbs and let the water inside the bulbs feed them. Though the plants might not grow as rapidly here as they would in soil, they can still develop complex root systems inside the terrariums and look beautiful while doing so. Whether your giftee enjoys bringing plant cuttings to adulthood or she would simply enjoy a decorative piece like this one, we say go for it.
Pros:
- Won’t take up much space
- Plants are easy to maintain in these terrariums, so this even works for those who aren’t great with plants
- Beautiful wood
Cons:
- Each bulb’s opening is fairly small, so these may not work for larger plant cuttings
Theragun Mini Handheld Electric Massage Gun
Sweet release
Theragun’s massage guns have been all the rage for a while now, and this mini massager is no exception. Rather than having to pay for a masseuse’s services, this nifty contraption will give your giftee the ability to take matters into her own hands. Featuring a mighty powerful motor, easy-grip handle, and long battery life, this massage gun can get the kinks out and loosen up those knots in no time.
Pros:
- Available in different sleek colorways
- Not as loud as comparable massage guns, so it can be used more discreetly
- Very easy to use
Cons:
- It is costly, but we think it’s well worth it given its power and high-quality construction
What other tips can help me buy a better gift?
Here’s one: It’s always a good idea to buy a gift that can be returned. Even if you put a lot of thought into your gift, there’s a chance the recipient won’t like it. Rather than being stuck with something they don’t like, it’s good if they can have the option of returning it so that it doesn’t go unused.
Should I avoid buying expensive gifts?
This depends on your relationship with the recipient and what “expensive” means to you. If you overspend, your giftee might feel uncomfortable. Plus, it may put added pressure on them to reciprocate, which they may not have the ability or desire to do.
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