5+ Best Gifts For Friends
By Elisabeth Narine And Katherine Pittman on 14 December 2022
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You and your BFF know each other better than anyone else, so there’s a lot of pressure to give a gift to your friend that perfectly captures the essence of your tight-knit relationship. It can be a daunting task, especially if you have a few years of gift exchanges under your belt and are running low on creative gift ideas. Whether you’re shopping for gifts for her, for him, or for a little something to encourage them, that special gift for your friend is out there.
If you need some inspiration, we’ve got you covered with over 40 gift ideas for friends that are the sweetest ways to show your besties just how much they mean to you. From surprise subscription boxes and plant-shaped candles to more practical purchases like a cold-brew coffee maker and even some sentimental options like a digital picture frame for a personal gift filled with photos of your favorite times together — our list of gifts for friends is sure to have something for everyone.
They’ve been with you through it all, so go all in and get your friends the gift they truly deserve.
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Personalized Best Friends Print
Surprise her with this personalized print. Simply, select the number of people in the photo and your desired format — print or digital, and send your favorite photo to the seller to create a memorable gift.
The best part: It’s printed on museum-grade paper, which means this gift for your best friend will last and be loved for years to come.
2
Knock Knock: ‘Why You’re My Bestie’ Fill in the Love Book
You can never say you love your bestie too much. This fill-in-the-blank book gives you plenty of opportunities to hype her up and tell her all the reasons why she’s your favorite friend in the world.
With each response you fill in, this little book becomes a little more personal, making it the best gift for friends if you’re looking for something truly meaningful.
3
Unbiological Sister Best Friend Necklace
This simple, handmade necklace is the perfect gift for your best friend, who’s basically your sister. It comes in three finishes — gold, silver, and rose gold — and the chain is 18 inches long with a lobster claw clasp.
Plus, it comes in a velvet pouch and a pretty gold box for easy storage.
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Knock Knock: ‘Why You’re My Bestie’ Fill in the Love Book
Celebrate your bestie landing her first job with a funny scented candle. This Anecdote candle is hand-poured, made with a coconut-soy wax blend, and features a cheeky phrase on the label to remind them what adulting is all about. It has notes of fig, lemon, and sandalwood for a satisfying scent.
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Custom Engraved Necklace
Customize this bar necklace with her name, birth date, or a personal message so it’ll always be close to her heart. You can choose the font, symbols, metal color, and length of the chain to make this an engraved gift just for her. It’s also waterproof for carefree wear.
6
1pt Cocktail Infusion Master Kit
If your friend loves trying out new and unique drinks, this infusion blend variety pack offers seven different all-natural blends that she can infuse into a spirit of her choosing. Each infusion batch makes up to six delicious cocktails.
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Journey Within Bubble Bath
Gift her endless rest and relaxation with this bubble bath scented with natural oils like macadamia nut oil, sweet almond oil, olive oil, and aloe. The aromatherapeutic fragranced bath oil is stored in a lovely large glass bottles perfect to reuse around the house.
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Gloss Bomb Universal Lip Luminizer
Add a finishing touch to her beauty look with Fenty Beauty’s Gloss Bomb. This best-selling lip gloss is made with shea butter to condition her lips while leaving them super shiny without a sticky finish. Choose from universal shades handpicked by the icon herself to give your friend a Rihanna-approved gift.
