50 Best Friend Gifts That Prove You Know Them Best
Celebrate your bestie with these unique finds.
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I love shopping for my best friend, because it's kind of like shopping for myself — we love all of the same things. Still, when shopping for someone that we understand so deeply, the nerves always set in. It's hard to find the perfect present for your BFF that proves how much they mean.
Whether it's their birthday, a holiday or they've just accomplished a major life goal, there's always a reason to celebrate your bestie. Before you panic: I've done all of the heavy lifting for you. I spent hours online shopping and scouring online reviews, plus I've tried (and gifted) a number of these items myself. I even asked my best friends about their most memorable gifts and tapped GH experts for their top-tested picks. You'll also find a number of this year's most popular gifts and some of the best gifts for women, according to GH readers.
For your best friend who's always traveling, this spacious makeup bag will be a game changer. The inner pockets, including a clear waterproof pouch for brushes, provide ample space and the bag's design will allow her to see everything when it's unzipped.
Stay connected with your long-distance best friend using an LED friendship lamp. Let your confidant know you are thinking about them by touching your lamp — hers will light up as well.
This minimalist bracelet lined with tiny hearts is a understated way to say "I love you." The lightweight design is made from 18K gold and looks great in an everyday stack.
Tree Hut Shea Sugar Body Scrub
This shea butter sugar scrub will encourage them to indulge in a little self care. According to thousands of online reviewers, the scrub leaves skin feeling soft and smells good (some call it "delicious"). It comes in several scents.
GH readers are obsessed with these portable hand warmers. They're small enough to fit in purses and pockets and heat up in less than two minutes. Not to mention, there are five pretty patterns to choose from.
As a home editor, trust me: Stained glass is back in style and these adorable flowers make gorgeous home decor. Whether it's her birthday or housewarming party, all you have to do is choose her birth month.
Popular on TikTok, these highly-rated shower bombs are designed for a relaxing experience, with scents like jasmine, eucalyptus and lavender. Not to mention, they're travel friendly.
Available in white and black, this dimmable lamp melts your candles without the need for fire. "I gifted it to one friend as a housewarming present and she still raves about it," says Emma Seymour, associate director of GH's Textiles Lab. "It adds a bit of luxury to your home while making your candles last way longer.
Buy your BFF a custom video from their favorite celeb — there's everyone from The Office's Kate Flannery, Jersey Shore's Sami Sweetheart and social media icons like The Rizzler. Prices vary, depending on the person, but there's a number of creators Under $50.
Adorned with small stars and moons, this simple stainless steel bangle will remind her how special she is. There are more than 20 sweet messages you can have engraved inside.
This personalized present is subtle and stylish. Customize the sweatshirt with a portrait of you and your bestie, then add your names or the word "besties" on the sleeve. It's available as a T-shirt, crewneck or hoodie, and it comes in a range of colors.
Nodpod Gentle Pressure Sleep Mask
Chances are, your BFF could benefit from better sleep and Good Housekeeping experts recommend the Nodpod eye mask. Like a weighted blanket for your eyes, it provides gentle pressure to help encourage sleep and alleviate anxiety.
Since going viral last year, the Owala remains one of the most popular presents. We tested it in the Good Housekeeping Institute's Kitchen Appliances Lab and testers love the versatile drinking options: sip from the spout like a straw or tilt to drink.
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They'll love capturing memorable moments — like a special night out — with this instant photo printer. Once they pair it with their phone, they can print straight from their camera roll. This set includes 58 sheets of photo paper.
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Sometimes your best friend needs emotional support and you can't physically be there — at least this 3-inch crochet pickle can be. Choose from more than 15 adorable dolls, from lemons, avocados and potatoes to succulent plants.
This rose gold compact mirror — the perfect size for her purse or makeup bag — is engraved with a message that'll cue the happy tears.
Make her dream of living in luxury a reality with this silk pillowcase that GH experts named one of the best. Sleep testers gave it high ratings for softness and the material was shrink resistant in our Lab's durability tests.
Fill it with photos of yourself for a laugh or images of the entire friend group. You can choose the shirt color, font color and upload anywhere from one to six images. It's available as a T-shirt, crewneck sweatshirt and hoodie.
Make sure she knows you're her soul sister with this beautiful necklace. Designed by a family business, it's sterling silver and the chain is easy to wear at 19 inches. It even has a five-year warranty!
I gifted this personalized tote to my best friend at her bachelorette party — filled with goodies, of course. I love that she can reuse it time and time again, whether she's heading on vacation or to the grocery store.
Alyssa Gautieri (she/her) is the associate lifestyle editor for Good Housekeeping, where she covers all things home and interior design. Prior to joining GH in 2022, she wrote for publications including ELLE Decor, Chairish, BobVila.com, Unique Homes Magazine and LODGING Magazine, in addition to crafting product copy for home brands like BrylaneHome and VIGO Industries.
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