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Your besties; your squad; your lady gang, or perhaps they’re simply your girls. Whatever you call the ladies in your life, they deserve to know how much they mean to you, and February 14 is the perfect time to show them.
That’s right, February means it’s time to celebrate one of the best modern holidays around: Galentine’s Day! Thanks in no small part to the one and only Leslie Knope from Parks and Recreation, Galentine’s Day has become almost as widely celebrated and loved as Valentine’s Day, and we are here for it.
Here, we’ve put together a gift guide full of amazing ideas to help you tell the women you can’t live without, just how much you love them.
For the Energy Goddess
CHIJI Positive Vibes Crystal Energy Candle
Help her radiate positive energy with this crystal energy candle that has a fresh smell with notes of lemongrass, orange, lavender, rosemary and basil and is made with purple and green fluorite to clear energy as it burns. Added bonus? Larger crystals are layered within the candle and can be used to meditate with when they appear as it burns.
Pros:
- 100% natural soy wax
- 48-50 hours of burn time
- Burns clean
Cons:
- We’re not coming up with any.
$39.99 at Amazon.com
For the Entertainer of the Group
Graze: Inspiration for Small Plates and Meandering Meals: A Charcuterie Cookbook
We don’t have to tell you that cheese boards and charcuterie are an art, and your gal pal who takes that art to the next level will love an entire cookbook of inspiration and ideas.
Pros:
- You get to benefit from everything she learns.
Cons:
- This isn’t a cookbook, it is more of a food design guide.
$23.49 at Amazon.com
For Your BFF
A+O Friendship Necklace
Take the BFF necklaces of your tween years and give them a major upgrade with this gold, interlocking circle friendship necklace. Friendship never looked so pretty.
Pros:
- Hypoallergenic
- 14K Gold vermeil
- Available in sterling silver, gold and rose gold
Cons:
- This is only one necklace, not a set of two, so you have to buy a second if you want to match your bestie.
$28 at Amazon.com
For the Bridgerton (or Downton) Lover
VAHDAM Loose Leaf Tea Gift Set
Sip tea like a proper lady with this set of 24 varieties of tea. The sampler set was named one of Oprah’s favorite things in 2018 and 2019, so you know this is the good stuff.
Pros:
- Climate neutral brand
- Plastic neutral brand
Cons:
- Seasoned tea connoisseurs might find this set not complex enough for their experienced palettes.
$64.99 at Amazon.com
For the Fashion Maven
Kate Spade New York Staci Dome Saffiano Crossbody Bag
If you’re ready to splurge on a gal pal, this classically chic handbag is a great way to show how much you care. It’s a great size for keeping the essentials close at hand, and comes in five different colorways, so you can find the perfect option for your friend.
Pros:
- Made of saffiano leather
- Top zip closure
- Interior back zip pocket
Cons:
- Does not come with a dust bag.
Starting at $113.99 at Amazon.com
For the One who Always Has the Perfect Accessory
ProCase Large Jewelry Box
Giving the gift of organization and the gift of style = pro level gifting! This jewelry box has six customizable layers plus two side compartments to display and organize your jewelry with specialty spaces for necklaces, earrings, rings and watches. With removable inner dividers in the drawers, she can truly make it her own. If you want a wow gift, look no further.
Pros:
- Customizable internal design
- Velvet lining protects jewelry from scratches
Cons:
- None we can find.
Product Pricing: $62.99 at Amazon.com
For the Friends Lover
Paladone FRIENDS Peephole Frame
Show her you’ll be there for her with this fabulous nod to everyone’s favorite sitcom (don’t argue). Put a picture in this frame or hang it around your peephole for a real ode to Monica and Rachel’s purple apartment.
Pros:
- Officially licensed show memorabilia
Cons:
- Does not have front glass, so cannot protect photos
$15.99 at Amazon.com
How Much You Should Spend on a Galentine’s Day Gift?
It’s not the dollar amount, but the idea behind the gift that matters. As this gift guide shows, you can easily stay within a budget and still give a generous and thoughtful gift to your besties.
What to Consider When Buying a Galentine’s Day Gift
Your friend, of course! Does she love to get dressed; does she need to relax more often or does she thrive when she’s in the kitchen? We have options for every scenario to make your gift giving as easy as saying ‘yes’ to girls’ night.
How to Know What Makes a Good Galentine’s Day Gift?
Channel your inner Roxette and ‘listen to your heart’. What gift do you think will make her smile when she opens it and then again every time she uses it? Go with that one.
