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57 Perfect Gifts for Women in 2024

Last Updated on Oct 3rd 2024
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Looking for the perfect gifts for women for any occasion? From birthdays and anniversaries to housewarmings, holidays and more casual gift-giving occasions like thank you gifts, there are a wealth of options. From unique items to rich experience gifts that create memories.

What gift do women like most? What are the most popular gift items? We’ve rounded up a few perfect for any occasion. They are perfect for recipients with a variety of interests, including art, beauty, cooking and more. Many gifts are available at various price points to fit any gift-giving budget. 

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Unique Gift Ideas for Women

1. Paint and Sip

Paint and Sip Class Gift for Women
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Paint and sips give participants a chance to socialize while exercising their creativity by making a piece of art. They make a great group activity for a birthday or bachelorette party or a one-on-one outing complete with fun, conversation and tasty cocktails. Find paint and sips near you, including: paint and sips in Austin, paint and sips in Nashville and paint and sips in Tampa. You can also get a Classpop! gift card for paint and sip, or any other class for that matter.  

2. Art Classes

On the more structured side, art classes can be a great way to learn new creative skills or brush up on old ones. Learn about artistic techniques, materials and mediums in one-off or regularly scheduled classes. Look for art classes near you for a great gift for women, including art classes in Columbus, art classes in Houston and art classes in New Jersey. These also make great gifts for children or teens who have a budding interest in art.

3. Museum Passes

A unique gift idea for women who are art or culture lovers is a pass to a local museum. Spring for one day passes or gift the recipient a season pass that permits accompanying guests and return visits. You can make the visit part of the special day or for a future date. Combine it with a gift card for visit to the museum gift shop for a fun memento of the visit.

4. Custom Jewelry

For a perfect personalized unique gift idea for women, find her a piece of jewelry that is engraveable or designed specifically for her on Etsy, where you can include messages, initials or custom gem selections.

5. Wine Tastings and Tours

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Visit a local vineyard for a day of touring the fields, tasting and entertainment. Many vineyards also include overnight accommodations in bed and breakfast type lodgings for the perfect getaway. If they prefer liquor or beer, swap this idea for a brewery visit or a tasting at a local distillery.  

6. Food Tour

Passes for a local food tour make a great gift for women, allowing them to sample everything from locally renowned burgers to Michelin-starred cuisine with a focus on geographic location, type of food and specific dishes. 

7. Artwork

Support a local artist and get an amazing gift for women by purchasing paintings, drawings and pottery from local artists and artisans. Options range from less expensive prints and paper goods to large paintings and multimedia works that make great luxury gifts. 

8. Name a Star 

For a special gift that is memorable and enduring, check out the Official Star Registry, which allows you to choose and name a star after your giftee. They get a certificate and image of the celestial object granted their name. 

9. Candle Making Workshop

Candle making workshop gift for women
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If your giftee loves candles, enroll them in a local candle making workshop, where they will get a chance to work with various waxes and scents to create the perfect custom candle, as well as learn about the art of candle making. You can combine this gift with a basket of candlemaking supplies for home like soy or beeswax, scented oils, wicks and glass containers.  

10. Custom Art

Commission a local artist or Etsy seller to create a custom piece of art after your giftee's likeness. These artists usually use photographs to create custom works in watercolor, acrylic, ink or other materials. This is also a great idea for getting custom paintings and drawings of favorite pets. 

11. Personalized Puzzle

Turn an ordinary photo into a large puzzle image as a great gift for women that is both fun to put together and a great keepsake afterward that can be hung on the wall as a large-scale photo. 

12. Haunted History or Ghost Tours

A great gift for women with a spirit of adventure is exploring local haunts and legends with a guide. Walking and bus tours are hosted in various cities, historic sites and regions. You can also schedule stays in haunted hotels and other locations not for the faint of heart. 

13. Theater Tickets

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A great gift for women or a celebration is a night out at the theater. Gift passes or season subscriptions to everything from tiny storefront theaters to big budget touring Broadway shows.  Combine a theater outing with a nice dinner out or post-show cocktails.

14. Art Supplies

Creative folk can never have too many tools to make the things they love. These makes great gifts for crafters or artists. Consider giving them specific items they love to work with like paint sets or skeins of yarn or give them a gift card to their favorite art or craft emporium. For younger artists, try a beginning watercolor set or a paint-by-numbers set.

15. Language Lessons

A great gift for women with an educational bent are language lessons available from places like Skillshare and DuoLingo, which offer easy language courses for adults at all levels. Learn Spanish, Italian or French at your own pace in the comfort of your home. You can also combine lessons with a book on culture or cuisine or for a luxurious and expensive gift, a trip to an exotic locale.

16. Fandom Conference Passes

If your giftee is a fan of pop culture, movies and entertainment, give them day passes to a local conference celebrating their favorite characters, franchises and genres. These conferences offer the chance to meet celebrities and casts, attend panel discussions and purchase merchandise related to their passions. 

17. Perfume Classes

A great gift for women is enrollment in a scent-mixing workshop offered virtually or in local perfumeries, where you can learn the science and practices that create favorite perfumes, as well as the history of perfume manufacturing over the ages. You also get to take home a bottle of custom perfume. 

Gifts for the Woman Who Has Everything

18. Pottery Classes

Pottery class gift for women
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Pottery classes offer participants a chance to create beautiful works of art that they can take home and use along with access to professional artisans and equipment necessary for the art like kilns and potter's wheels. You can find pottery classes in the Bay Area, pottery classes in Minneapolis and pottery classes in San Diego.

19. Wine Club Membership

A great gift for wine lovers who have everything is something they can enjoy on a regular basis. Wine club memberships deliver custom selected varieties each month that can be enjoyed by the giftee as well as information about the wine and suggestions for pairings with food chosen by wine wine professionals. This makes a great gift for neighbors who may invite you over to enjoy it with them.

20. Spa Day

Spa day Gift for Women
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Everyone can enjoy a relaxing day being pampered. A great gift for women who have everything is certificates and gift cards at local spas and wellness retreats. Offerings can include massages, yoga sessions, facials and more. 

Visit for a day or plan an entire spa weekend. For a more budget-friendly approach, set up a spa experience in your home with products, manicures and more. 

21. Style Consultation

A great gift for women who love beauty and style is learning to appreciate and cement their personal style, whether its makeup, fashion or hair styling. Book a professional shopper, stylist or makeup artist for the giftee to get excellent evaluation and recommendations. This also makes a great gift for teen girls to help them form their signature style. 

23. Scent Subscription

Companies like Scentbird will send your giftee monthly samples and custom chosen scents from a variety of classic and new perfume companies, allowing you to try on scents before committing to larger, more expensive bottles. You may find your newest favorite.

24. Dance Classes

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Dance classes make a great gift for women that allow them to learn new steps and techniques both individually and with a partner. Not only can you have a fun time moving your body, but you can learn skills in ballet, jazz dance, salsa and ballroom dancing from a trained professional dancer.

Wherever you are, there are sure tobe dance classes available nearby. Check out dance classes in Colorado Springs, dance classes in Nashville and dance classes in Orlando.

25. Meditation and Wellness Subscription

Give your giftee a subscription to programs like Headspace, which offer guided meditations and other mental health techniques that sooth the mind, increase cognition and contribute to overall well-being. Most allow monthly or annual subscriptions that can be enjoyed all year.

Useful Gifts for Women

26. Luggage

Whether you opt for a full matching set or a simple overnight bag, luggage makes a great useful gift for women that they will enjoy for years. Luggage sets and pieces are available for all budgets and in a variety of designs and materials perfect for every lifestyle. 

27. Cookware

A useful cooking gift for women that everyone can use is new cookware. You can get full sets as a luxury gift for special occasions or individual pieces at a variety of price points. Great options include the perfect stir-fry pan, a spatula set or a deep dish pizza pan set.  

28. Scent Diffuser

Scent diffuser gift for women
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Scent diffusers come in many types and designs, making them a great gift for women who love to have beautifully scented homes. They range from ceramic wax burners to essential oil diffusers. Combine a burner with an array of their favorite scents. 

29. Luxurious Bathrobe

A great gift for women they will use daily is a luxurious bathrobe made from silk or sumptuous terry cloth. Opt for cute novelty designs, lush florals or spa white hotel robe simplicity.

30. Streaming Subscriptions

A great gift for her is a monthly subscription to her favorite streaming services. You can buy yearly or monthly gift subscriptions to platforms like Netflix, Apple TV, Disney Plus and more.  Pay month to month or opt for annual subscriptions.

31. Tea or Coffee

A great useful gift for women is a supply of their favorite beverage. Try a tea or coffee subscription service to have old and new favorites delivered on the regular or give her a gift card for her favorite coffee shop. Tea tins and pounds of coffee also make great thank you or teacher appreciation gifts.

32. Meal Subscription Programs

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Companies like Blue Apron and Hello Fresh deliver regularly scheduled ingredients with chef-developed recipes that you can pull together in your home. Not only will they learn new skills and how to work with a variety of ingredients, but they’ll also get to enjoy the results when they’re done.

33. Mini Bluetooth Speaker

A great gift for her is a compact and portable bluetooth speaker, which can come in handy when working, exercising or relaxing. They easily connect to phones and other devices for instant vivid sound anyway you are.

34. Electric Kettle

Available at a variety of price points, electric kettles make a great gift for women, allowing instant access to hot water everywhere from your desk at work to the kitchen.

35. Sunrise Alarm Clock

A great way to wake up every morning, these cool clocks reproduce a gentle sunrise that results in smoother mornings, as well as soothing sounds that wake you up gradually. They make a great gift for women who have to be up early. 

Birthday Gifts for Her

36. Floral Subscription

Floral Subscription Gift for Women
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Several florists and floral delivery companies offer monthly bouquets sent to your recipient that make a great ongoing birthday gift for her that arrives regularly long past the special day. From roses to wildflowers, these deliveries make a great gift for women. Check out Bouqs.Co. or Bloomsybox.

37. Skincare Sets

Luxury skincare can be expensive, so gifting your birthday celebrant some of their favorite moisturizers, cleaners and toners is a great way to give them something they may not purchase themselves. You can also give her a gift certificate to stores like Ulta and Sephora to shop.

38. Pajamas

What to buy her on her birthday? A perfect birthday gift for her is the ability to sleep in style. Give a cozy pair of flannel PJs during winter months or a luxe set of satin ones any time of year.

39. International Snack Subscription Box

What are the best gifts to give to a girl? Snacks of course! A great gift for women who love to snack is a chance to sample treats both savory and sweet from far off. Travel the world through taste, enjoying everything from Japanese Candy to European pretzels.

40. Makeup Palette

Makeup Palette Gift for Women
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Makeup palettes make a great gift for women who love cosmetics. They come in a variety of styles, colors and aesthetics, from high glam to daily casual makeup that barely looks like makeup. 

41. Afternoon Tea

Spend an afternoon with a formal tea as a fun birthday gift for her with an elevated feel. Tea servings usually include beverages, baked goods or lunch and entertainment.  

42. Bookstore Gift Card

If you’re not quite sure what to get for your favorite reader, give them a gift card to a local bookstore or chain. Many can also be used online to purchase e-books and audio books. 

43. Oversized Tote

For the woman who always seems to have everything in her purse, a tote bag makes an excellent gift for her. Available in luxe leather models and durable canvas, an expansive tote is perfect for lugging all her daily needs from books and supplies to workout gear. 

44. Mini Instant Camera

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Mini polaroid cameras are fun ways to preserve memories in a slightly more analog way, allowing you to print small photos out instantly. They are great for capturing birthday memories in the moment and creating keepsakes for display and photo albums.

45. Hand Cream Set

Get your birthday girl a set of luxuriously scented hand creams for a great birthday gift if you’re strapped for ideas. Small vials are perfect for keeping by the bed or stashing in a purse or the car for hydration during the winter months.

46. Sleep Mask

A great gift for her is the gift of soothing sleep. Masks come in a variety of soft materials like fleece and satin, with some bearing scents like chamomile and lavender that help you relax. Some also are cooling to reduce irritation and puffiness in the morning. 

47. Cocktail Kit

For a great birthday gift for her, buy her a cocktail box, which includes ingredients, recipes and tools to make delicious cocktails in your own home like the perfect old fashioned, chocolate martini or spicy bloody mary. 

48. Journal or Notebook

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Paper shops and online retailers have an amazing selection of journals and notebooks that vary from detailed planners and bullet journals to blank sketchbooks. Find one perfect for her writing needs, whether it's planning, journaling or writing daily reminders as a perfect birthday gift. As a paper gift, it also makes a perfect first anniversary gift.

49. Cashmere Sweater

The softness of cashmere never goes out of style, whether it’s a classic crew neck or a soft cardigan. Get one in her size and favorite color for a perfectly luxurious birthday gift for her. 

50. Charm Bracelet

Celebrate the special occasion with a customized charm bracelet encompassing all her favorite things or interests. You can have one made by a seller on Etsy or buy individual charms to add to a chain bracelet for an easy DIY birthday gift for her. 

51. Yoga Class

Enroll your birthday celebrant in a yoga class for a relaxing hour or movement and stretching to combat busy lifestyles and stress. For a fun gift, combine it with a new yoga mat, water bottle or workout wear. 

52. Magazine Subscription

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If your giftee loves magazines, consider giving them a subscription to their favorite read. They will get a new issue every month for a gift that keeps on giving. 

53. Astrology Consultation

Schedule a session with a natal chart reader for a fun birthday gift. They will offer a customized reading and consultation based on the date and time specific to their birthday. 

54. Bath and Body Treats

For an easy birthday gift, give her a selection of her favorite bath bombs, bath salts,face masks and bubble baths. Put them in a basket along with pretty bath scrubbers, loofahs and other accessories. 

55. Sunglasses

An important accessory that is often overlooked as a gift option, give your recipient a pair of stylish eyewear in their favorite style. They will think of you every time they pull them out to wear on a sunny day. 

56. Slippers

Slippers gift for women
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For a perfect birthday gift for women, get them a perfect pair of comfy slippers. From fleece and fuzzy slippers to massaging gel slippers that soothe tired feet, they will love this useful birthday gift they can enjoy regularly.

57. Winter Wear Set

No matter when their birthday is, a great gift for women is a luxurious set of gloves, scarf and hat for the colder months. Even if they can’t use them for months, they will love having them on hand to pull out when the weather turns chilly. 


Whatever the occasion, the options on this list are perfect gifts for her for your next special occasion. For even more fun gift ideas, check out other experiences happening on Classpop!