She's been there for you through thick, thin, and every consistency in between, right? Naturally, you really want a gift that'll make her smile, laugh, cry, or just generally get all up in her feelings. From hilarious books and customizable items to heartfelt pieces she'll cherish for years, these gift ideas are guaranteed to be a hit.
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$20 from TeePublic
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Your ultimate, ride-or-die friend knows who she is, and you can let the world know, too, with this hilarious tee. The design also comes on a hoodie, mug, or mask. If your sense of humor isn't quite so dark — or you just like to keep your secrets hidden — we're pretty certain you'll find something else to love and share at this great little shop.
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Price varies from Cameo
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Give your best fangirl a gift she will never forget: a personal video message from her favorite actor, musician, reality TV personality, or other celeb — which can then be shared on her social media platform of choice. There are literally thousands of famous (and not-so-famous) people to choose from on Cameo, and prices vary accordingly.
$31/month and up from Cratejoy
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TheraBox is a subscription box that reminds your closest friend that you're not only thinking about her but hoping she's taking care of herself, too. Each box includes six to eight "wellness goodies" plus a "happiness activity" that, if you live near each other, you can do together.
$40/month and up from The Bouqs Co.
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What could be better than filling up your BFF's space with gorgeous fresh flowers? Have monthly bouquets sent to her around the themes of farmer's market, classics, roses, or seasonal.
$60 from Singing Machine
With this wireless microphone, Carpool Karaoke fans can recreate their favorite James Corden moments on their next road trip. It pairs with an FM station on a car's radio, and raucous roadtrippers can rock out for hours of fun and singing. With the latest 2.0 version, the mic's been given a boost with new voice changing effects, sound effects, and the option to add a second microphone for duets. Choose from either gold or rose gold.
$250 from Gravity
Send her a virtual squeeze with Gravity’s Chunky Knit Blanket, a 10-pound hug hand-knitted from breathable bamboo fleece. Customers rave about the weighted blanket’s warmth and durability, along with the added benefit of improving sleep quality. Choose from four different colors — soft gray, deep forest, sapphire blue, and clay — and, for the ultimate in total relaxation, pair it with Gravity’s new deep tissue massager.
$85 and up from Oak & Luna
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This Oak & Luna bestseller comes in a luxe-looking script and will likely hold up longer than more inexpensive versions you can find elsewhere online. It's available in seven finishes, from sterling silver to 10-karat gold, and five chain lengths.
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$25 from Amazon
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Here's one gift that won't fizzle: A set of organic bath bombs in vibrant hues that can make her bath as colorful as it is relaxing. Each bath bomb features different scents and natural ingredients, from lavender and coconut to rose.
$28 and up from Etsy
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Has the pandemic made it hard to see your far-away bestie? If that's the case, she will certainly appreciate this gift set, which includes a number of sweet, cute items that will let her know you've been thinking about her and love her.
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$20 from Amazon
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If the best friend in question loves plants, this book will make a lovely gift that's sure to inspire her nurturing nature.
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$13 from Etsy
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Best friends are often called our "soul sisters" — the ones we get to choose, not inherit. This pendant honors the special nature of that relationship and comes in packaging that reads: "Not sisters by blood, but sisters by heart. Thank you for being my unbiological sister."
$10 from Amazon
These super-soft socks will keep the feet of any wine-loving lady warm (and let someone nearby know when she needs a refill). They come in cute cupcake-like gift packaging.
$10 from Amazon
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This customizable book asks the questions and lets you "fill in the love." It has the capacity to be both heartwarming and hilarious — in other words, exactly the reasons you treasure your relationship with your BFF to begin with.
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$22 and up from Etsy
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Is she the Monica to your Rachel (or vice versa)? Don't worry — even if your answer is "Who are these Rachel and Monica people," chances are this Etsy seller has a set of mugs that will make sense to you. The Gayle to your Oprah, for example, or the Tina to your Amy.
$29 from West Path
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We promise — these blankets are the bomb-diggity, and your best friend will thank you again and again for getting her one because she'll use it everywhere. They're super soft, come in lots of different colors and patterns, and are incredibly reasonably priced.
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$55 from Uncommon Goods
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This heartfelt and chic necklace "alludes to the quiet consistency of friends." It includes a rock crystal, gold vermeil charm, and a pendant that reads: "Good friends are like stars, you don't always see them but you know they are always there."
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$100 from Amazon
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Do you and your friend take tons of photos together? This gadget will let you print your favorite digital shots onto color or black-and-white instant film. It's even small enough to throw in a backpack for those girls' trips and nights out on the town.
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$17 from Amazon
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If your BFF could use a heaping dose of positive energy, grab her a copy of "Untamed" by Glennon Doyle, who's been called "the patron saint of female empowerment." Nearly 9,000 Amazon readers have given it 4.7 out of 5 stars, and one reviewer wrote: "By page 16, I’d already sobbed, laughed, sobbed, reconsidered who I am, how I live my life, and what I’m doing next, and cried again."
$15 from Always Fits
Sure, you'd gladly walk over broken glass to see your dearest friend get betrothed, but did it have to be in such a hideous dress? This hilarious book pays tribute to the decades of bad bridal fashion that so many of our best friends have roped us into.
$100 from Lovebox
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There are friendship bracelets and lamps galore that communicate across time and space these days, but there's only one Pixel Lovebox. You send a message via an app, and the heart on the box will spin until your best friend opens the lid to view it.
$20 from Amazon
Got a friend who's a fitness fanatic? She'll get a full-body workout with these durable cotton fabric resistance bands that she can easily take anywhere she goes — even on the next girls' trip. The set comes with three bands of varying resistance in gray, black, and pink, access to video workouts using the bands, and a mesh carrying bag.
$30 from Amazon
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Sometimes you just want to get your best friend something pretty, and this magazine rack is definitely that (plus it embraces the making-a-huge-comeback macrame trend). If you want, you can even gift her with a magazine subscription she'll enjoy as a companion gift.
$20 from Amazon
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This gift is a wonderful idea (that you could also DIY on the cheap if you have the time). It includes a few words of positivity per day for that friend who knows your soul. Each note is meant to convey a message of "inspiration, laughter, motivation, and success."
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$22 from Amazon
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Yes, we already included a mug set in this gift guide, but what are best friends for if not chatting with while sipping a hot cuppa (perhaps with a little splash of something extra)? This set is for those BFFs who live far apart — there's no doubt you'll think of each other whenever you use these cups.
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$30 from Amazon
This bathtub tray has space for all the things a self-care devotee might want nearby. Made of water-resistant bamboo, it includes a built-in wine glass holder, tablet holder, and more.
$29 from Natural Life
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These are not your average wine tumblers. With three to choose from — and messages ranging from, "Thankful. Grateful. Blessed." to "Stay close to people who feel like sunshine" — these wine vessels from Natural Life are as colorful and vibrant as your friendship.
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$168 from Madewell
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If you'd like to splurge a bit on your bestie, this sumptuous leather tote works with just about any wardrobe, and you can monogram it for her in metallic gold, silver, or eight other colors. Comes in English Saddle and True Black.
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$20 from Amazon
Nothing promotes self-care more than a sound night's sleep, and this well-rated sound machine can help make that happen. It includes six sounds: rain, brook, thunder, white noise, ocean, and summer night. Can be powered by an included AC adapter or batteries and also features an auto-off timer function.
$27 and up from Amazon
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These French-made hand creams — available in seven options — will be a welcome gift for any great friend during the dry winter months.
Price varies from Birchbox
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If your friend likes to try new skincare and beauty products, she'll love this subscription box that will deliver five monthly curated product samples to her door.
$22 and up from Etsy
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Does your bestie feel a particular affinity for the big city? She can show her civic pride with one of these canvas tote bags. Designed in Brooklyn by artist Claudia Pearson and manufactured in Michigan, you can choose from over a dozen cities, each with hand-drawn icons and landmarks. There are cute pouches and other themes, as well.
$36 from Amazon
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This set of Joseph Joseph nesting bowls and measuring cups will help brighten any baking-enthusiast BFF's day and keep her cabinet of baking essentials colorful and organized, too. It includes mixing bowls, a colander, sieve, four measuring cups, and a tablespoon.
$17 from Amazon
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This highly acclaimed, New York Times bestseller by Samin Nosrat provides less in the way of specific recipes and more in the way of how to manipulate ingredients to achieve the results you are looking for. Nosrat provides a roadmap that will help amateur chefs put delicious dishes together with whatever they have lying around. An added bonus, her lessons in how to think like a chef are accompanied by delightful illustrations from Wendy McNaughton.
