55 Best Gifts for Friends That Your BFF Will Love

A great present for your coworker friend who is always sharing their favorite books with you, this illustrated gem will take them on a tour of New York's most literary spaces.

This slim little card case will fit in the tiniest of clutches, keeping all her essentials in her bag for a night out.

Though you can't give them the gift of time, this journal will at least remind them to take a few minutes for themselves to jot down their thoughts, set their intentions (if they're into that sort of thing), and just breathe. What's better than that?

If she swears by her horoscope, gift her this pendant with her zodiac on it. Though it's under $15, it's actually great quality, and one of the best cheap gifts we've found.

Some people just like to sparkle all day long—if that’s your friend, these bejeweled huggie hoops will instantly be her fave for everything from Monday morning meetings to Saturday nights out.

For the one who’s obsessed with keeping up their water intake, TikTok’s most viral tumbler is sure to be on their wish list. It’ll hold up to 30 ounces of their favorite beverage and keep it cold all day long.

For when you’d do anything for each other and you want the world to know it, a ride-or-die friendship bracelet.

Remind her that she has a heart of gold with this meaningful Kate Spade bangle that comes inscribed with a sweet sentiment.

Give the gift of the world’s cutest individual breakfast. This mini waffle maker comes in six colors and makes every breakfast fun. If you want to make this a bigger gift, add a box of pancake mix, a bottle of good maple syrup, and put it all together in a cute basket with some fancy napkins.

Whether your friend has a 12-step skin care routine is more of the low-maintenance natural type, a satin pillowcase is the beauty secret they can appreciate. The smooth surface prevents hair breakage and minimizes creases on the face—plus, it feels great to sleep on.

Lululemon's best-selling fanny packs have a hard time staying in stock. Grab this sherpa version for your coziest friend so they don't have to worry anymore about carrying an open tote in the rain.

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Get the party started, indeed. A bottle opener is a party essential, of course, but this one isn’t just useful, it’s part of the party itself.

Monogram their initials onto this cute little canvas makeup pouch so she has an easy way to store her makeup on your next girls weekend.

Though this whimsical astronaut projector that'll blast stunning stars and constellations onto their ceiling might be best suited as a gift for your friend's three-year-old, we also happen to think it's pretty soothing for adults too. Consider this best-friend gift the equivalent of a trip to the planetarium without having to leave their bedroom.

A colorful bracelet like this one can be customized with their name, an inside joke, or date, in gold. Every time they look at their wrist, it'll be a nice reminder of your friendship.

Whether you’re a couple whose other half lives in another state or need to know that your long-distance bestie is just a tap away, a friendship lamp will help keep you close. When you touch your lamp, theirs will illuminate in the same color at the same time so that they know you’re thinking of them.

Here's a pretty gold jewelry piece that can feature their initial on a dainty chain. It's perfect for layering with other chokers or pendants.

A coloring book may not be the first thing that comes to mind when shopping for picky friends, but so many Amazon reviewers are obsessed with this book. The drawings are fun but not overly complicated, and there are quite a few coffee recipes to test out as well.

Sure, a scented candle is a common gift, but that’s because almost everyone loves them. This popular one includes a Lazy Sunday Morning (flora scent) candle, a Fireplace (warm and spicy scent) candle, and a Jazz Club (woody and spicy scent) candle. Talk about the perfect cozy gift.

Fashionable friends who love to accessorize even while on vacay will get plenty of use out of a travel jewelry box that holds earrings, rings, necklaces, and other trinkets. There’s even a useful little mirror inside. The beauty of this gift though is that the personalizable letter adds a nice personal touch.

Put their green thumb to work with one of these adorable mason jars that use a hydroponic water system to easily grow organic basil, cilantro, parsley, rosemary, or mint. It can live in a kitchen or on any sunny windowsill.

We've said it before and we'll say it again: This fan-favorite eye mask is the weighted blanket they never knew they needed. If they're working on improving their wellness routine, the first place to start is with a better night's sleep.

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Shoppers are obsessed with these buttery Amazon leggings that feel like second skin—and would make for a great gift for your friend who's been wearing the same black pair since March 2020.

Having a friend who's crafty yet hard to shop can make gifting quite the mission. However, this DIY pottery kit brings the studio to the ceramics enthusiast and allows pieces to air-dry for immediate use without needing to fire them up. Their creation makes for a great keepsake too.

If there’s one coffee-table book to gift this year, it’s this one. It covers three decades of Glamour’s Women of the Year—and their ceiling-shattering achievements that reshaped our world and continue to inspire millions of strong, ambitious women to do the work.

Showing up with an already refrigerated bottle is nice, but gifting a portable chiller alongside will certainly earn you bonus points with the host.

Because your bestie deserves some R&R! This soft knit robe in a pearly winter white is the chicest way for her to lounge around the house on her much-deserved days off.

A cool-girl set for your friend who likes to stay comfy but not sloppy. This waffle loungewear comes in eleven different colors and is ideal for a cozy day (or night) in.

Everyone loves a slipper, but they can often feel clunky and oversized. The sleek, ballet-inspired shape of these is inspired and elegant.

You two have a million photos together; pick a favorite and have it turned into a truly unique gift for your BFF. She'll cherish this personalized piece of art forever.

If you need a great gift for a book lover who is more of the read-in-bed type, this compact neon book light has three color modes and five brightness settings so they can read comfortably in a dark room.

Save her hair from holiday party breakage with this heatless curl set in a candy cane print that’ll go great with her Christmas pajamas.

A great thoughtful gift for crafters, this grown-up version of a paint-by-number kit lets your giftee learn about and paint their birth month flower with a kit of all the supplies they need.

For the friend with a sweet tooth, these chocolate bars will also give them a rush of nostalgia for their favorite childhood breakfast cereal.

We all have that one friend whose phone is always about to die. Rescue their battery with this lightweight best-selling portable charger with built-in cords that can charge them back up multiple times.

For any friend who could use a little morning motivation before they start their day, this pretty mug from Rifle Paper is the next best thing to you personally reminding them that they “got this.”

The ribbed pajamas are so soft and comfortable—but totally cute enough she could get away with wearing them on a Zoom meeting and no one would know.

Constant shiverers will appreciate this cute little bear that can be heated in the microwave and then popped in bed for the coziest sleep experience they’ve ever had.

For the friend who’s always up to pop a bottle of bubbly, she’ll be obsessed with wearing these Champagne glass earrings for New Year’s Eve, her birthday, and basically every party she goes to for the foreseeable future.

Cashmere blend tights, need we say more? These are a super-luxe way to keep legs warm in the winter.

The hair bow moment is still going strong this holiday season. This velvet headband is the perfect way to add a touch of whimsical elegance to any party outfit.

If she never has the patience to let a mani dry, let alone get complicated nail art, these Chillhouse Chill Tips will let her have the fun of a trendy nail design with none of the waiting around.

She’ll love pulling out this stunning crystal board for a charcuterie board the next time she has friends over for a game night—so in a way, it’s kind of a present for you too.

Any candle lover will appreciate this playful accessory: a ceramic cowboy boot that not only holds matches but can be used to strike them.

This party game is easy to learn and completely addictive. Everyone at their next game night will thank you!

Tea for two, anyone? Your tea-loving pal will love this sweet little infuser for making her daily cup. And it’s a set of two, so you can keep one for yourself so they’re matching, or just use them together when you join her at her house.

If she takes her jewelry collection seriously, she’ll appreciate this thoughtful way to store her favorite pieces. In a blue velvet, Liberty-print voile, this will look great on her dresser.

Coasters are the rare gift that’s both practical and fun—she can protect her carefully curated furniture from any stains but at the same time be reminded of her favorite travel adventures.

Mejuri's initial pendants are simple but gorgeous. The cursive letter in gold is a nice alternative to the full-name jewelry.

For your most fashionable friend, this cheeky evening clutch looks like an old-fashioned matchbox and will instantly elevate even the simplest of outfits.

There’s no greater gift to someone who loves writing than a fresh notebook. This gorgeous colorblock version comes in a dozen bold color choices, and you can personalize it with your friend’s name, initials, or even a meaningful phrase to inspire their musings.

Flowers are always a good idea, but an even better idea? Flowers that don’t require any maintenance and won’t have to be thrown away in a week. How pretty would this dried indigo arrangement look on a nightstand?