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Best Gifts for Girlfriend 2025

Forget Flowers & Chocolates — Here's What She Actually Wants This Holiday Season

November 27, 2025

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There are all kinds of relationships out there: casual ones, passionate ones, and ones destined to last a lifetime. But regardless of whether you've been together six months or six years, the holidays are a time to show your girlfriend a little affection (and no, not just the physical kind).

For some, shopping for Christmas gifts for their girlfriends — or just gifting for her in general — is a terrifying prospect. We get it. Figuring out exactly what she’d like while navigating what's appropriate for your stage in the relationship and staying within budget isn’t easy. Luckily, we’re here to help.

From indulgent holiday treats to sentimental jewelry, we’ve curated a selection of the best Christmas gift ideas for girlfriends.

The Best Gift Ideas for Girlfriends

Vintner’s Daughter Active Treatment Essence

Want to hear your girlfriend shriek and/or squeal with glee when she opens her gift? Something from skincare-brand-to-the-stars Vintner’s Daughter is a good bet. Their Active Treatment Essence, for instance, which is a whole bathroom’s worth of skincare products in one bottle and is suitable for all kinds of different skin types. You’re welcome for the pro tip.
$230 at VintnersDaughter.com

Vilebrequin Madrague Backless One-Piece Swimsuit

If you're planning on escaping to somewhere sunny during the winter months, surprise her with this vibrant one-piece swimsuit from Vilebrequin. Its '70s-inspired aesthetic will turn heads, while the backless design adds a bit of sizzle.
$325 at Vilebrequin.com

Pop Song by Larissa Pham

If your girlfriend is a reader and an appreciator of things like beauty, emotion, and introspection, we think she'll love this piercing essay collection by Larissa Pham. Pop Song: Adventures in Art & Intimacy is a journey through the writer's life that's at once lyrical, sharply rendered, deeply felt and not infrequently funny. It's a portrait of an author in rare form and sure to be appreciated by many a bookworm girlfriend.
$26 at Amazon.com

Theragun Prime Plus Massager

Modern living can be pretty stressful, and you might not always be around to give her the much-needed shoulder rubs she deserves. Help her have a less tense time with the beauty of technology, and get her the latest massage gun from Theragun. Not only does it vibrate and pound away tense knots, it's got a useful variety of modes and different head attachments to serve all of her anti-stress needs.
$369.99 at Therabody.com

2025 Phases of the Moon Calendar

Let's face it — the moon has an ineffable poetic beauty that's hard to resist. If your girlfriend has a bit of the poetic spirit — or a bit of astronomical curiosity — she'll love this gorgeous piece of wall art from the MOMA, which shows off the year 2025 according to the cycles of the moon. She'll know when it's waxing, when it's waning, and most importantly, when it's full — for illuminated romantic night-time strolls with you.
$28.39 at Pinkoi.com

Crane & Canopy Monogrammed Plush Cotton Bathrobe

An easy gift idea can be combining something useful with something personal, and this plush cotton bathrobe from Crane & Canopy offers the perfect example. It's an extremely cozy robe, made from 100% Turkish cotton with a shawl collar and turn-back cuffs for extra comfort, but you can elevate this gift by opting to have it monogrammed for some added personalization.
From $119 at CraneAndCanopy.com

Flint and Tinder Women's Flannel-Lined Waxed Trucker Jacket

If your girlfriend’s got a little country to her, she might not want a stereotypical pink and frilly gift. She might, for instance, want something that’s a little, well, tough. Luckily for you, the good folks at Huckberry are now making a women’s version of their iconic waxed trucker jacket, made to fit her body rather than yours. Congrats — now you can both look badass.
$298 at Huckberry.com

Sleep Reset 12-Week Subscription

Want to win Boyfriend of the Year? Don't just give her a gift she'll enjoy – give her a gift that will make her life better. Sleep Reset is the digital sleep clinic she didn't know she needed, offering personalized coaching to help her get better, deeper and higher quality sleep. Trust us: she'll be eternally grateful.
From $225 for a 12-week subscription at TheSleepReset.com

Joey Double-Wall Ceramic Mugs

Is she still drinking out of chipped cups that she's had since her college years? Show her what a little bit of adulting feels like with a pair of Joey Double-Wall Ceramic Mugs from Fellow. Not only are they super chic with a shiny copper bottom, but the the matte black or white exterior is double-walled to ensure you don't burn yourself on a scalding cup of coffee as you rush to get ready for work.
$30 at FellowProducts.com

Appointed – The Notebook

Who doesn't love stationery, especially when it's beautifully made (in America, no less!) and personalized with a monogram? Appointed is a female-founded company that specializes in "elevated paper products" that help boost creativity and aid inspiration, and their beautiful Notebook comes in a variety of colors and customizable options (lined, grid, or blank). Give your girlfriend the gift of productivity and she'll be reminded of you every time she opens this gorgeous notebook.
$25 at Appointed.co

Billecart-Salmon Brut Sous Bois

The holidays are a perfect excuse to pop a bottle or two. A blend of three different grape varieties — Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Pinot Meunier — the Billecart-Salmon Brut Sous Bois is absolutely perfect to sip on over a special date night meal or wrapped up in blankets on the couch. Don't forget to cheers!
From $99.98 at UberEats.com

Ticket Stub Book

Looking for a Christmas gift for your girlfriend that strikes a sentimental chord? Mission accomplished. From concerts to sporting events, you can fill this Ticket Stub diary with tickets from all special events you’ve attended together.
$17 at UncommonGoods.com

"Daisy Jones and the Six" by Taylor Jenkins Reid

A 2019 bestseller, this book tells the story of a fictional band in the ‘70s in a really unique format. Romance, drama rock 'n' roll, it’s got it all.
$30 at Amazon.com

Luca + Danni Candy Cane Bracelet

Holidays but make it fashion. Handmade in the U.S.A from brass and artisan metals, this bracelet is sure to hit the sweet spot.
$39 at LucaDanni.com

"All About Cake" by Christina Tosi

You might love David Chang, but odds are bae is more of a Christina Tosi fan. Filled with Tosi’s signature cake and truffle recipes, you’ll also find how-tos for simpler sweets like two-minute microwave mug cakes.
$35 at Amazon.com

Nespresso VertuoPlus

The newest launch from Nespresso offers five-cup sizes at the touch of a button. Everyone deserves a double espresso with the touch of a button.
$219 at Amazon.com

Venus et Fleur

Fleur is the best when it comes to “forever” flowers. Even hues like gold or silver that you might think would be tacky look fantastic. While these flowers are a big upfront investment, you’ll save a ton on buying flowers throughout the year.
Prices vary at VenusEtFleur.com

Satchel & Page Apple Watch Strap

The Apple Watch, in every iteration, is a fantastic piece of tech, but almost all of its proprietary bands and straps are more suited to a day on the beach or a at the gym than time spent at the office or in the boardroom. Upgrade her watch's aesthetic by giving it a more professional appearance with Satchel & Page's leather Apple Watch Strap, made from vegetable-tanned Italian leather that feels as good as it looks.
From $99 at Satchel-Page.com

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