Nailing the perfect birthday gift for the gal who already has it all can feel next to impossible without some clever brainstorming. You don’t want to get her anything too cliché or anything she already has, but you do want to make sure it’s something she loves, something she’ll cherish, and something she’ll use. With your only clues being the things she already has, you may be left feeling a bit puzzled.
To guarantee her upcoming birthday is the best yet, give her a gift that brings a genuine smile to her face. For those in need of a little inspiration, consider these thoughtful birthday gifts for every type of woman out there!
1. For the perfume afficionado
For the woman who has an ever-growing collection of perfumes, consider getting her a new designer scent. Maybe she likes sharp floral scents or more delicate spiced aromas—whatever she likes, play to her senses.
Try out these unique perfumes:
- Amazing Grace Eau de Toilette by Philosophy
- Saint Eau de Parfum by Kat Von D
- Black Orchid by Tom Ford
- The One by Dolce & Gabbana
- Hypnotic Poison by Dior
2. For the aspiring interior designer
From custom canvas pictures to auction-purchased artworks and all other art forms in between, the feng-shui lover is bound to fall in love with anything she can display on her walls or coffee tables. Regardless of her personal tastes, there are plenty of universal gifts that will impress including:
- Mason jar wall sconces
- Baroque photo frames
- Jewelry boxes
- Throw blankets
- Reed diffusers
3. For the fashionista
If she’s all about embracing her personal style through her wardrobe, you may feel a bit intimidated going after a gift that matches her genre of fashion. Rest assured there are a few foolproof options that will knock her off her socks. Not only will she be able to pair these clever gift ideas with all of her favorite dressed-up or dressed-down looks, but she’ll be stunned by your exquisite taste!
Try out these fashion-forward birthday gifts:
- Huggie earrings by Adina Eden
- Personalized hair clips
- Custom iPhone case
- Patterned velvet scrunchies
4. For the music-lover
If she’s constantly got a song stuck in her head, humming the melody of her favorite pop hits, or curating a playlist for her next car ride, it’s a total no brainer to get her a gift that sates her audiophilia. From high-quality noise-canceling headphones to waterproof portable Bluetooth speakers, there are so many different gifts that allow her to get lost in her favorite tracks whenever the craving strikes.
Consider these birthday gifts for the music lover in your life:
- Bose Noise-Cancelling Headphones 700
- UE Boom 3 Bluetooth Speaker
- Anker Soundcore Flare Bluetooth Speaker
- Jabra Move Style Edition Headphones
5. For the foodie
If she’s just one Yelp review away from being elite status, it may be time for her to transition her taste for good food into a love for cooking. Not only will she be able to save money on those expensive brunches, lunches, and dinners, but she’ll also have plenty of reason to have friends and family over for a delicious meal, cooked all by herself!
With a little help from a good cookbook, she can learn how to make all of her favorite restaurant dishes within the comfort of her own kitchen.
Pick a cookbook that resonates with her taste buds and preferred cuisines. Consider these bestsellers:
- Jubilee: Recipes from Two Centuries of African American Cooking by Toni Tipton-Martin
- Bazaar: Vibrant Vegetarian Recipes by Sabrina Ghayour
- Smith and Daughters: A Cookbook That Happens to Be Vegan by Mo Wyse and Shannon Martinez
- Sababa: Fresh, Sunny Flavors From My Israeli Kitchen by Adeena Sussman
6. For the green thumb
For the lover of gardening, plants, flowers, and all things nature, giving her the gift of growth may be the way to her heart. A DIY herb garden is sure to perk up her days and bring a splash of color to her windowsills. In addition to being able watch those little seedlings grow into beautiful flowering plants, she’ll be able to harvest them and spice up her favorite dishes.
Make her birthday one to remember! Worry less about buying a gift she won’t love by using these creative ideas as your guide.
Thank you,
Glenda, Charlie and David Cates
