20 Wonderful Christmas Present Ideas for Your Special Woman
Are you shopping for a special woman this holiday season and in need of some gift ideas? Your worries can rest easy here! We’ve put together a list of twenty of the best gift ideas ‘for her’. We’ll cover different areas of her life, including beauty and makeup, kitchen items, household luxuries, cute clothes and more. Hopefully you find something on this list that she’ll love to have and if not, at least get your brain moving in the right direction! Each person is unique, so every idea may not be a match. Nevertheless, we’re casting a wide net so hopefully something will stick!
Beauty and Makeup Items
Beauty items and makeup make great gifts for the special woman in your life. It shows her you care about her appearance; you want her to look great, and gives you something to look forward to on those special date nights! Here’s a few high-end items that she may want, ranging from mail polish to serum and perfumes!
A New Lipstick Color
Those special date nights the two of you do will be even more grand if she has a few items to look forward to! Consider a new lipstick color; perhaps something she wouldn’t normally buy, or something out of her regular price range! This shows you appreciate her beauty and the time it takes her to get ready – and she’ll likely remember this!
With lipstick, the options are nearly endless. Consider brands like Chanel, Armani and Pat McGrath. A few sneaky questions asked can also determine which color you think will she’ll love the most!
Nail Polish
If she likes painting her nails, nail polish is a great idea that varies in prices. Since this is a gift, you could go one of two options: get her a bigger bottle of nail polish you know she’ll like or small nail polish kit! Hands are delicate, and an elegant bottle or two of nail polish will help her beauty shine through!
On Olive and June, you can choose from single bottles or certain build-your-own kits like The Mani System. If you know her favorite brand, or sneak a look at her current nail polishes.
Perfume
Most woman love a good perfume for the day and have a different perfume for special occasions, date nights and the holidays. Buying her a lovely-smelling perfume that you’ll love and she’ll love is a great idea! After all, the two of you will be spending lots of time together, so pick one that you think is a good fit for her!
Here are four different perfumes that vary in price and scent from Ambery Vanilla Glossier You and Sol De Janerio. There’s no wrong perfume to choose for her!
Moisturizer and Serum
She probably has a favorite moisturizer already but pairing that with a new serum might be just what she needs for her face. If she has sensitive skin or dry skin, this is a great product for her, and one she’ll enjoy!
The C-Firma Fresh Day Serum by Drunk Elephant is a top-notch serum. Yes, it’s expensive, but it lasts a long time and is proven to work! The reviews speak for themselves. Consider the investment! Here’s an option for a Youth to The People Cleanser - this is a little better on the budget!
Five-Piece Essential Skin Care Set
If she doesn’t have a skincare routine already, maybe she would like a trial! There are many different sets out there with different options for her face and skin. Giving her a complete set might just help ease that barrier to entry for her!
This Tula Starter Pack has everything she needs to get started. If she likes it, there are full-size options available for her!
Household Items
There always seems to be a need for new items around the house. Whether it’s a new blanket, organizational tools, household comforts or something else, there’s likely at least one item she wishes she had. Below, we’ve compiled a few ideas she might love to receive this coming season!
Sherpa Blanket
She may have a few blankets already but a nice, high-end blanket for those cold winter nights might be just what she needs. Electric blankets are nice sometimes, but a good sherpa blanket can be used as a throw or on your bed!
Many good blankets can be found at stores like HomeGoods and Target but a luxury blanket that lasts from Minky Couture is a great idea! They have blankets that range in size and price; a cheaper blanket with style is this waffle honey blanket and a luxury blanket like this Macadamia and Putty blanket are both great options! This store also carries many seasonal blankets, including Christmas themed blankets.
A Plush Bath Robe
She might not need one, but she might need a bath robe. When she’s spent forever in the shower, she’ll want to come out in a nice, cozy bathrobe while she does her hair and makeup for the day. What better gift than the gift of comfort! Maybe she’ll love it so much, you’ll get a matching robe for your birthday!
There are plenty of options out there that differ in color, size, and price. Here's a few suggestions for you to pour over! This Nordstrom bathrobe comes in a few different colors and is priced at $80. This L.L. Bean bathrobe clocks in at $100 and comes in many colors and sizes. Other options include Pottery Barn and Plush.
Essential Oil Diffuser
Does she enjoy a good smelling home? If so, a good essential oil diffuser might be a great gift for her. These are great for making a rom have a sweet aroma, especially if you’re cleaning or trying to get rid of a less-than-desirable smell. There are many options when it comes to essential oil diffusers, with some being very cheap and some being a little too expensive. Here’s our recommendations!
If you’re wanting one on the higher price range, here’s one from Saje Natural Wellness. This one rings in at $93 when not on discount but as of the writing of this blog, it’s currently $74. Saje also offers many essential oils. If you’re looking for something less expensive, Amazon carries a ceramic version ($27) and Pura has a diffuser for $45 that you can control with your phone!!
New Décor or Wall Art
Does she like to hang art, photos or other items on her walls? If the answer is yes, maybe this is the perfect time to brainstorm what she might want on her walls! How many photos of the two of you does she have on the walls? This is always a wonderful present to receive because it’s intimately tied to the two of you!
If you’re looking for prints of the of you, CanvasPrints is a great site that allows for both canvas and print photos. If you want higher quality photos, Mpix is a great option that professional photographers use! They’ve got gorgeous metal prints, framed prints, and more. Take a look!
For The Kitchen
Kitchen items are a popular gift-giving item for Christmas! Think of those things that she always wishes she had. There are probably at least one or two items she’s mentioned she would love but doesn’t want to spend the money to buy it. Below are a few options she might find handy in the kitchen!
Ceramic Baking Set
Does she like baking brownie treats or making casseroles for dinner? Does she like making coffee cakes for special Sunday breakfasts? If so, she might really love some new baking dishes for those purposes! These will be wonderful to have on hand for her and she’ll appreciate the thought from you and quality of these items. If she has specific size requests, it’s a good idea to ask before you buy!
Some of these come in sets, so that’s what’s listed here. These WIlliams-Sonoma stoneware baking set is listed for $55 and comes with two dishes in multiple colors. Crate and Barrel carries a 2-pack as well, listed for $50 and in multiple colors.
Silicone Baking Mat
If she's a baker and goes through lots of parchment paper or wax paper, or constantly has cookies or bread sticking to her pans, this will help! With a silicone baking mat, her mind will be set to ease and she can bake without worry of her treats sticking to the pan. This is a great, eco-friendly option as it can be washed and reused! It can also be rolled up and stored with ease, so it won’t take up too much space in her baking cabinets.
One of the top baking mats comes from Williams-Sonoma with a few different sizes at different prices. However, all sizes are under $40, with the cheapest and smallest option ringing in at under $20.
Wooden and Marble Charcuterie Board
Does she like charcuterie or hosting charcuterie nights with her friends? If so, this might be a great option for her! She might already serve it on a cutting board or even a wooden platter, but it’s best to have marble mixed in to keep cheese and meats cold. So, this might be a fantastic option for her! This will be a special item for her to use.
Sur la Table sells this Acacia and Marble for $40 and Crate and Barrel sells this larger wood and marble board for $60. Do some shopping and find a board that is the right size for you and your charcuterie plans!
Electric Kettle or Teapot
Electric teapots are becoming more and more common in households! These kettles are fantastic for a few reasons: they don’t take up an extra space on your stove, they’re small and compact, and the heat water very fast! These electric kettles are great to keep in your kitchen for those cold winter days or those dreary rainy days where you just want to have a cup of tea.
Electric Kettles are so popular nowadays that your preferred company probably has made one already. So, here’s just a few options for you to choose from, least expensive to most expensive: Paris Rhone, Williams-Sonoma, Crate & Barrel. Consider her preferred style and decided from there!
Jewlery and Accessories
A small box with a beautiful piece of jewelry has excited women for ages and will continue to excite them for ages to come! They might not always admit it, but getting a new piece of jewelry from their lover is a beautiful moment for them. They’re often surprised, especially if it’s the first time, and they love that you notice those little charms she wears on her neck, her wrist or in her ears. It’ll be a special moment for the two of you, and more often than not, she’ll try it on immediately and feel her beauty with you right there in the room! Here’s a few options below to get you thinking!
An Elegant Necklace
Necklaces with charms, necklaces with chains, necklaces with charms and chains – all of them hold their own unique, elegant beauty! Sometimes, buying a new charm for a necklace she already loves might do the trick. If she might want a new necklace as well, now’s the time to find a beautiful charm for her!
One of the most unique companies is Rocky Mountain Leaf Company! They use real leaves, acorns, pinecones, seashells, and needles to make their gold, silver, or copper dipped charms. This is perfect for autumn! Zales and Tiffany & Co. carries massive quantities of necklaces ranging in price, size, metal type, gem stone, and pendant.
Beautiful Bracelets
If she has a few bracelets already or keeps wearing the same bracelets constantly, a new addition to her collection might be well received! A new bracelet for those special date nights shows your appreciation for her and lets her show off her personality. It’s important to note that this bracelet should be something she wouldn’t normally buy for herself, whether it’s a slightly different style or on the more expensive side. This shows her you’re thinking about her style from your point of view, and how you like to see her.
Set of Earrings
Earrings are sometimes trickier as they contain metals that some women are allergic to or have adverse reactions. Make sure you check with her first before buying earrings on what types of metals are good! If you get the “okay” from her, search for what she loves most! That might be pendant, stud, or hoops. Or, get something she doesn’t have but you envision her loving to wear on your date nights.
This White Pearl and Turquoise Loop Earring from Chan Luu might give you an idea of what to start searching for. Or, consider the Crystal Hoop Stone Pendant Earring from Anthrolpologie!
Active Wear and Clothes
For the active woman, the woman who likes to be comfortable, or the woman who just loves clothes, these are some great options for her this holiday season! Nothing sets your gift apart quite like gifting clothes – it shows you care about her style, her interests and her wardrobe. Here’s some of our top styles and a few picks to go along with our suggestions!
Workout Leggings
If she likes to be active or works in an active profession like coaching, leggings might be a perfect option for her! They’re comfortable, flattering and easy to move around in for her physical activity or her job. She may already have a few brands she likes already, so it’s best to check her wardrobe (and sizes) before ordering!
One great option are these Never Better Leggings from Free People , ringing in at just under $90. They’re on the more expensive side for sure, so be sure to check out Athleta and Lululemon for some alternative options.
Tank Tops
To match her new leggings, a new tank top or cropped tank top would complete the look for her! These generally have more color options, so try to find something you think matches her style and her comfort levels. Again, go through her clothes if you can to find her preferred brand and size! She’ll love the new top and appreciate you for thinking of her needs!
This Free People Happiness Runs Crop Tank is available for $30 now and comes in over 20 colors! If this isn’t her style, Athleta has some alternative options for similar prices!
Running Layers
If she likes to workout early during those brisk autumn or chilly winter mornings, she might want a semi-warm layer to wear before taking it off when she gets too hot. Something that’s low profile, yet flattering is ideal! If she likes to workout during warmer spring and summer days, a sun hoodie might be a good option, too.
This Misty Morning Printed Layer from Free People might be just what she needs for those early mornings. A Solarfoil hoodie from Eddie Bauer will keep the sun off her skin and allow her to skin to breathe easily!
Sweaters
If she likes to cozy up on road trips, during camping or just around the house, a new sweater is a fantastic option. You can often get creative with styles here, as the options are endless! See what she generally prefers and choose from cardigans, buttoned sweaters, crew neck sweaters, or V-neck sweaters. Make sure you consider the functionality as well!
This crew-neck sweater from Smartwool is a good investment at her and comes in a few different colors. Other good options for sweaters are Lululemon and J. Crew.
That concludes our list of Christmas ideas for women this season. Hopefully, your mind is now turning with different ideas of what she would love to receive this coming season. Whether it’s something off this blog or an idea somewhat related to an item, we’re glad to have been part of your planning.
If you’re looking for ideas for ‘him’ this holiday season, you can find that blog right here!
Happy shopping and we’ll see you on the next blog!